About Besses o' th' Barn

Besses o' th' Barn is a residential area located in the metropolitan borough of Bury, within Greater Manchester, England. It lies just west of the town of Bury and is easily accessible via the A671 road. The area is known for its mix of terraced housing and modern developments, with a strong sense of community. The name itself is derived from the Old English term for 'barn', reflecting its rural origins before urban expansion. The local community is active, with several local groups and events taking place throughout the year. The postcode area M45 covers the surrounding region, including nearby villages and parts of Bury town centre. It is a convenient location for those commuting to Manchester or other nearby towns, with good transport links including bus services and access to the M62 motorway.

School Ratings in Besses o' th' Barn

Families in Besses o' th' Barn have access to 324 local schools. Elms Bank is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Besses o' th' Barn

Homes sell for an average of £254K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £242K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Besses o' th' Barn

Crime in the area is lower than the national average.

Deprivation and Employment in Besses o' th' Barn

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Besses o' th' Barn around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Besses o' th' Barn

Besses o' th' Barn benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,927 sales

Average Price £254K
£120 — £3M
Detached £488K 466
Semi £242K 1,113
Terraced £183K 881
Flat £162K 342

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

175 Primary
39 Secondary
110 Other
Whitefield Community Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Whitefield Children's Centre Hub Good 0.4 miles Ribble Drive Community Primary School Primary 0.4 miles St Michael's Roman Catholic Primary School, A Voluntary Academy Primary 0.4 miles Heaton Park Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Higher Lane Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Our Lady of Grace RC Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles St Margaret's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Parrenthorn High School Secondary 0.6 miles Mersey Drive Community Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Cloughside College Good 0.8 miles Unsworth Primary School Primary 0.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Besses o' th' Barn IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Besses o' th' Barn are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
9/10
Living Environment
4/10
6,225 Children (0-15) 19%
20,615 Working Age 62%
8,314 Older (60+) 25%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 18.5% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Besses o' th' Barn 1 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Besses o' th' Barn are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Clifton (Manchester) Train Station 2.2 miles
Swinton (Manchester) Train Station 3.1 miles
Moorside Train Station 3.5 miles
Kearsley (Manchester) Train Station 3.9 miles
Salford Crescent Train Station 4.1 miles
Farnworth Train Station 4.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Kirkhams 0 yards Oak Bank 0 yards Whitefield 0.6 miles Simister 1.2 miles Stand 1.2 miles Unsworth 1.2 miles Sunny Bank 1.2 miles Prestwich 1.2 miles Chapel Field 1.4 miles Blackford Bridge 1.4 miles Clifton Junction 1.8 miles Rhodes 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Bury
Ward Pilkington Park
Constituency Bury South
Parish Bury, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in M45 30 shown View all streets

Abingdon Close 2 Acorn Close 1 Agecroft Road 2 Albert Close 2 Albert Drive 3 Albert Road 2 Alden Close 2 Alexandra Avenue 1 Argyle Avenue 2 Arundel Avenue 1 Ashbourne Grove 1 Ashby Grove 1 Ashley Mews 1 Avondale Road 2 Balmoral Avenue 2 Barn Street 1 Barnard Avenue 1 Beech Avenue 2 Beeston Grove 1 Bellerby Close 1 Berwick Avenue 1 Beverley Close 1 Bill Lane 1 Billberry Close 1 Birch Avenue 1 Birkdale Avenue 2 Birkinbrook Close 3 Bleakley Street 1 Bollin Walk 1 Bosworth Close 1

Postcodes in M45 50 shown View all postcodes

M45 0BU M45 0DD M45 0DG M45 0DL M45 0EA M45 0EG M45 0ET M45 0FL M45 0FU M45 0GA M45 0GD M45 0GJ M45 0GL M45 0GQ M45 0GT M45 0GU M45 0GW M45 0HF M45 0HH M45 0HL M45 0HQ M45 0HS M45 0HT M45 0JB M45 0JD M45 0JE M45 0JG M45 0JH M45 0JJ M45 6AA M45 6AB M45 6AD M45 6AE M45 6AF M45 6AH M45 6AJ M45 6AL M45 6AN M45 6AP M45 6AQ M45 6AR M45 6AS M45 6AT M45 6AU M45 6AW M45 6AX M45 6AY M45 6AZ M45 6BA M45 6BB