Lime Road is in Accrington and in Hyndburn district. BB5 6BN is located in the Milnshaw electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Hyndburn. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lime Road, Accrington, BB5 6BN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB5 6BS, BB5 5AB, BB5 6BL, BB5 5AN, BB5 5AW, BB5 5AP, BB5 6AR, BB5 6BW, BB5 1DB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BB5 6BN, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 52.7% | 3.3% | 51.0% | 1.7% |
| Male | 50.6% | 47.3% | -3.3% | 49.0% | -1.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31.6% | 37.6% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -0.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47% | 38.6% | -8.4% | 44.2% | -5.6% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 6% | 11.9% | 5.9% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 14% | 10% | -4.0% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.3% | 37.5% | 1.2% | 48.4% | -10.9% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 40.2% | 7.5% | 33.6% | 6.6% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 17% | -2.9% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 9.2% | 4.6% | -4.6% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 18%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34% | 26.2% | -7.8% | 18.2% | 8.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 11.2% | -0.9% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.4% | 14.6% | 0.2% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.4% | 10.7% | 2.3% | 5.3% | 5.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 18.4% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.3% | 18% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -15.8% |
| Other | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 1.1% | 1.6% |
| Pakistani | 8.8% | 10.4% | 1.6% | 2.7% | 7.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 90.8% | 84.6% | -6.2% | 81.4% | 3.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
In this area, 95.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.2% | 95.4% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 3.1% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 95% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 3.4% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.5% | 76.7% | 6.8% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.1% | 37.2% | -2.1% |
| Christian | 46.3% | 46.2% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 12.4% | 6.5% | 5.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lime Road was 134.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.3% higher than the Huncoat average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lime Road has the 19th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Huncoat and the 101st highest crime rate of 269 local areas in Hyndburn .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 13.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62 Lime Road, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2024-09-27 | £103,226 |
| 31 Lime Road, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2024-06-28 | £124,724 |
| 66 Lime Road, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £97,000 | 2024-05-24 | £104,310 |
| 34 Lime Road, Accrington, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £2,018,892 | 2022-07-14 | £1,928,728 |
| 34 Lime Road, Accrington, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £1,505,435 | 2022-07-14 | £1,438,202 |
BB5 6BN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Royd Nursery School Royds Street , BB5 2LH | 3out of 4 | 1,733 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Nursery School Fairfield Street , BB5 0LD | 4out of 4 | 1,898 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accrington St Mary Magdalen's Church of England Primary School Devonshire Street , BB5 1DW | 3out of 4 | 329 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington St John with St Augustine Church of England Primary School Maudsley Street , BB5 6AD | 3out of 4 | 568 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Peel Park Primary School Alice Street , BB5 6QR | 4out of 4 | 999 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Hyndburn Park Primary School Park Road , BB5 1ST | 3out of 4 | 1,023 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas Church of England Primary School St Nicholas Road , Church BB5 4DN | 3out of 4 | 1,261 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accrington Academy Queens Road West , BB5 4FF | 3out of 4 | 383 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington St Christopher's Church of England High School Queen's Road West , BB5 4AY | 3out of 4 | 694 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn Wordsworth Road , BB5 0LU | 2out of 4 | 2,033 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rhyddings Haworth Street , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3EA | 2out of 4 | 2,464 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hollins Hollins Lane , BB5 2QY | 3out of 4 | 2,876 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heathland Private School Broadoak , Sandy Lane BB5 2AN | - not rated | 1,656 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle School Union Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3DA | 3out of 4 | 2,399 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadfield Specialist School Fielding Lane , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3BE | 4out of 4 | 2,933 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle White Ash School Thwaites Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 4QG | 4out of 4 | 3,473 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accrington Stanley Community Trust | Stanley Sports Hub, Thorneyholme Rd. Accrington | 538 yd | |
| Accrington Stanley Football Club | Livingstone Road, Accrington | 601 yd | |
| Daly's Sandwich Bar | 104 Burnley Road, Accrington | 622 yd | |
| Costa | Drive Thru, Hyndburn Road | 648 yd | |
| Vue Entertainment | Hyndburn Road, Accringtonton | 695 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grey Horse | 263 Whalley Road, Accrington | 333 yd | |
| Broadway | 1 Burnley Road, Accrington | 593 yd | |
| The Castle Hotel | 75 Whalley Road, Accrington | 615 yd | |
| Burnley Road Subscription Bowling Green Club | 188 Burnley Road, Accrington | 644 yd | |
| The Acorn | Hyndburn Road, Accrington | 648 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yuit Loung | 55 Marlborough Road, Accrington | 121 yd | |
| The Hungry Hedgehog | 228 Whalley Road, Accrington | 311 yd | |
| Whalley Road Fish Bar | 230 Whalley Road, Accrington | 314 yd | |
| York Street Chippy | 2 York Street, Accrington | 322 yd | |
| The Kebab House | 184 Haywood Road, Accrington | 407 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Limited | Argyle Street, Accrington | 514 yd | |
| Spar Store | 144 Burnley Road, Accrington | 644 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Hyndburn Road, Accrington | 648 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Hyndburn Road, Accrington | 737 yd | |
| Tesco | 2 Eagle street, Accrington | 809 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Accrington Academy Queens Road West | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 444 yd |
| Highams Playing Field Thorneyholme Road | grass pitches | 512 yd |
| Livingstone Road Sports Ground Livingstone Road | grass pitches | 603 yd |
| Accrington Stanley Fc (Wham Stadium) CROWN GROUND CROWN GROUND LIVINGSTONE ROAD | grass pitches | 696 yd |
| Jetts Fitness Accrington THE VIADUCT THE VIADUCT HYNDBURN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 744 yd |
| Peel Park Primary School ALICE STREET | grass pitches | 782 yd |
| St Christophers C Of E School QUEENS ROAD WEST | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 799 yd |
| Central Fitness Centre 98A 98A BLACKBURN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 803 yd |
| Accrington Cricket & Tennis Club THORNEYHOLME ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 824 yd |
| The Zone Hyndburn New Era Complex PARADISE STREET | health and fitness suite | 1,090 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 141.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.