Rugby Avenue is in Accrington and in Hyndburn district. BB5 6BW 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 Rugby Avenue, Accrington, BB5 6BW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB5 6BL, BB5 6BP, BB5 6BS, BB5 6BG, BB5 5BA, BB5 6BE, BB5 5AZ, BB5 6BJ, BB5 6AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BB5 6BW has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.1% of the population 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 | 57.9% | 57.1% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 6.1% |
| Male | 42.1% | 42.9% | 0.8% | 49.0% | -6.1% |
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 | 20.9% | 27.1% | 6.2% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.5% | 36.5% | -8.0% | 44.2% | -7.7% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Divorced | 14.3% | 16% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 6.9% |
| Widowed | 15.4% | 15.5% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 9.4% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.1% | 29.1% | -7.0% | 48.4% | -19.3% |
| Good health | 38% | 40.3% | 2.3% | 33.6% | 6.7% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 20.9% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 8.2% |
| Bad health | 8.3% | 7.7% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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.
In the area around BB5 6BW this area, 33.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 20.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.3% | 33.7% | -2.6% | 18.2% | 15.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.1% | 10.5% | 3.4% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 11.6% | 0.1% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.4% | 9.4% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 11.6% | -1.0% | 16.9% | -5.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.4% | 20.4% | -1.0% | 33.8% | -13.4% |
| Other | 6.6% | 2.8% | -3.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 7.9% | 6.6% | -1.3% | 2.7% | 3.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| White | 91.7% | 89.8% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 8.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 96.8% | 93.9% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 4.5% | 2.6% | 5.6% | -1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 94.9% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0.5% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.3% | 13.5% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.9% | 37.2% | -13.3% |
| Christian | 66.5% | 46.2% | 20.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 6.6% | 6.5% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 2% | 6.0% | -4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rugby Avenue was 93.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 0.4% lower than the Huncoat average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rugby Avenue has the 18th lowest crime rate of 40 local areas in Huncoat and the 126th lowest crime rate of 269 local areas in Hyndburn .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Rugby Avenue, Accrington, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £131,653 | 2025-03-18 | £131,280 |
| 9 Rugby Avenue, Accrington, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-11-30 | £168,340 |
| 24 Rugby Avenue, Accrington, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-11-29 | £173,770 |
| 24 Rugby Avenue, Accrington, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2022-11-04 | £102,913 |
| 14 Rugby Avenue, Accrington, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2018-11-16 | £191,823 |
BB5 6BW 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BB5 6BW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 78 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Royd Nursery School Royds Street , BB5 2LH | 3out of 4 | 1,807 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fairfield Nursery School Fairfield Street , BB5 0LD | 4out of 4 | 2,065 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 | 483 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 | 536 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Peel Park Primary School Alice Street , BB5 6QR | 4out of 4 | 926 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Hyndburn Park Primary School Park Road , BB5 1ST | 3out of 4 | 1,197 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Accrington Benjamin Hargreaves Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School Barnfield Street , BB5 2AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,333 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 | 497 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 | 824 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn Wordsworth Road , BB5 0LU | 2out of 4 | 2,187 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rhyddings Haworth Street , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3EA | 2out of 4 | 2,636 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Hollins Hollins Lane , BB5 2QY | 3out of 4 | 2,937 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 | 1,667 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle School Union Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3DA | 3out of 4 | 2,573 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Broadfield Specialist School Fielding Lane , Oswaldtwistle BB5 3BE | 4out of 4 | 3,089 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oswaldtwistle White Ash School Thwaites Road , Oswaldtwistle BB5 4QG | 4out of 4 | 3,647 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 | 365 yd | |
| Accrington Stanley Football Club | Livingstone Road, Accrington | 605 yd | |
| Daly's Sandwich Bar | 104 Burnley Road, Accrington | 630 yd | |
| The Jump Works | Sydney Street, Accrington | 712 yd | |
| Costa | Drive Thru, Hyndburn Road | 821 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grey Horse | 263 Whalley Road, Accrington | 424 yd | |
| Burnley Road Subscription Bowling Green Club | 188 Burnley Road, Accrington | 609 yd | |
| Accrington C C Clubhouse | Thorneyholme Road, Accrington | 652 yd | |
| Broadway | 1 Burnley Road, Accrington | 683 yd | |
| The Castle Hotel | 75 Whalley Road, Accrington | 711 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yuit Loung | 55 Marlborough Road, Accrington | 121 yd | |
| The Kebab House | 184 Haywood Road, Accrington | 360 yd | |
| The Hungry Hedgehog | 228 Whalley Road, Accrington | 380 yd | |
| Whalley Road Fish Bar | 230 Whalley Road, Accrington | 383 yd | |
| Penny House lane Deli | 15 Penny House Lane, Accrington | 437 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Store | 144 Burnley Road, Accrington | 609 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Limited | Argyle Street, Accrington | 656 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Hyndburn Road, Accrington | 821 yd | |
| Farmfoods | Hyndburn Road, Accrington | 887 yd | |
| The Food Warehouse | Eastgate, Accrington | 911 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Highams Playing Field Thorneyholme Road | grass pitches | 339 yd |
| Accrington Academy Queens Road West | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 551 yd |
| Livingstone Road Sports Ground Livingstone Road | grass pitches | 563 yd |
| Accrington Cricket & Tennis Club THORNEYHOLME ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 651 yd |
| Accrington Stanley Fc (Wham Stadium) CROWN GROUND CROWN GROUND LIVINGSTONE ROAD | grass pitches | 698 yd |
| Peel Park Primary School ALICE STREET | grass pitches | 699 yd |
| Jetts Fitness Accrington THE VIADUCT THE VIADUCT HYNDBURN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 893 yd |
| St Christophers C Of E School QUEENS ROAD WEST | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 927 yd |
| Central Fitness Centre 98A 98A BLACKBURN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 945 yd |
| Peel Park Avenue Parade | tennis courts | 1,019 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 | 73.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 107.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.