About Accrington

Accrington is a town in Lancashire, England, located within the BB5 postcode area. It lies in the Rossendale Valley, surrounded by rolling hills and close to the Pennines. The town has a long history in the textile industry, particularly in cotton production, which shaped its development during the Industrial Revolution. Today, Accrington retains a strong sense of local identity, with a mix of Victorian architecture and modern amenities. The town centre features a variety of shops, cafes, and community spaces, including the Accrington Market Hall, which has been a focal point for local trade for many years. Transport links are well established, with Accrington railway station providing regular services to nearby cities such as Manchester and Preston. The town is also home to Accrington Stanley Football Club, a well-known local institution.

School Ratings in Accrington

There are 154 schools in and around Accrington. Sure Start Hyndburn - Accrington South and Oswaldtwistle White Ash School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 23 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Accrington

The average property price is £140K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £91K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Accrington

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Accrington, with 140 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Accrington

Accrington falls within the more deprived areas of England, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment deprivation is higher than average, with a larger share of working-age residents out of work. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Accrington

Broadband speeds in Accrington are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 9,317 sales

Average Price £140K
£105 — £10.07M
Detached £233K 1,047
Semi £165K 1,911
Terraced £91K 5,593
Flat £87K 137

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

87 Primary
16 Secondary
51 Other
The Alternative School Good 0.3 miles Accrington Hyndburn Park Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Accrington Spring Hill Community Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.4 miles Sure Start Hyndburn - Church & West Accrington Childrens Centre Good 0.5 miles Accrington St Mary Magdalen's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Accrington St John with St Augustine Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Mount Carmel Roman Catholic High School, Hyndburn Secondary 0.6 miles Accrington Woodnook Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Church Primary 0.6 miles Accrington Academy Secondary 0.6 miles Fairfield Children's Centre Good 0.6 miles Fairfield Nursery School Nursery Good 0.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Accrington IMD 2025

Accrington falls within the more deprived areas of England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities can be more limited and household incomes tend to sit below the national average. Investment in local services and regeneration continues to support the community.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
3/10
13,651 Children (0-15) 20%
40,855 Working Age 61%
15,702 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 45.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 24.9% 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 Accrington 669 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Accrington sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

266 Violence & Sexual Offences
140 Anti-Social Behaviour
45 Shoplifting
39 Vehicle Crime
38 Criminal Damage & Arson
38 Public Order
35 Other Theft
34 Burglary
15 Drugs
7 Other Crime
6 Weapons
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Robbery
2 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Lancashire Central - Hyndburn Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Accrington Train Station 0.1 miles
Church And Oswaldtwistle Train Station 0.8 miles
Huncoat Train Station 2.1 miles
Rishton Train Station 2.3 miles
Hapton Train Station 3.1 miles
Blackburn Train Station 4.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Scaitcliffe 0 yards Spring Hill 0.6 miles Milnshaw 0.6 miles Broadfield 0.9 miles Woodnook 0.9 miles Church 0.9 miles Dill Hall 0.9 miles Hillock Vale 0.9 miles West End 1.2 miles Green Haworth 1.2 miles Little Moor End 1.4 miles Oswaldtwistle 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Hyndburn
County Lancashire
Ward Central
Constituency Hyndburn
Parish Hyndburn, unparished area
Region North West

Notable & Famous People from Accrington 6 people

Harrison Birtwistle
Composer
English composer (1934–2022)
John Tomlinson
Politician
British opera singer (born 1946)
Jon Anderson
Composer
English musician
Mike Duxbury
Association football player
English footballer (born 1959)
Richard Chaplow
Association football player
British footballer (born 1985)
Ron Hill
Marathon runner
English former runner and clothing entrepreneur (1938–2021)

Streets in BB5 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Street 14 Abbeydale Way 2 Accrington Bypass 2 Acorn Avenue 1 Addison Street 1 Adelaide Lane 2 Adelaide Street 1 Aitken Street 1 Albert Street 3 Albion Street 1 Alder Grove 1 Alexander Close 1 Alexandra Street 1 Alice Street 3 All Saints Close 1 Alleytroyds 1 Alliance Street 1 Altham Lane 3 Ambleside Close 1 Anglian Close 1 Annie Street 1 Apple Tree Way 1 Appleby CLose 1 Arago Street 1 Argyle Street 2 Arncliffe Avenue 1 Arnold Street 1 Arnside Close 1 Ascot Way 1 Ashley Court 1

Postcodes in BB5 50 shown View all postcodes

BB5 0AA BB5 0AB BB5 0AD BB5 0AE BB5 0AF BB5 0AJ BB5 0AL BB5 0AP BB5 0AQ BB5 0AR BB5 0AS BB5 0AW BB5 0AX BB5 0AY BB5 0AZ BB5 0BA BB5 0BB BB5 0BH BB5 0BJ BB5 0BP BB5 0BS BB5 0BT BB5 0BW BB5 0BY BB5 0DA BB5 0DB BB5 0DE BB5 0DH BB5 0DJ BB5 0DL BB5 0DN BB5 0DP BB5 0DQ BB5 0DR BB5 0DS BB5 0DT BB5 0DU BB5 0DW BB5 0DX BB5 0DY BB5 0DZ BB5 0EA BB5 0ED BB5 0EE BB5 0EF BB5 0EG BB5 0EH BB5 0EJ BB5 0EL BB5 0EN