About Bank Fold

Bank Fold is a residential area located in the town of Burnley, within the county of Lancashire, England. It lies just to the north of the town centre and is easily accessible from the A671 road. The area consists primarily of terraced and semi-detached houses, many of which were built during the 19th and early 20th centuries, reflecting the industrial heritage of the region. There are several local amenities nearby, including shops, schools, and a community centre, making it a convenient place to live. The postcode area for Bank Fold is BB1, which covers parts of Burnley and surrounding neighbourhoods. The area is well served by public transport, with regular bus services connecting it to the town centre and other parts of Lancashire.

School Ratings in Bank Fold

Bank Fold is served by 160 schools. Copperhouse Children's Centre, St Thomas's Centre and Pleckgate High School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 32 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bank Fold

Property prices average £191K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £105K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bank Fold

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Bank Fold, with 162 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bank Fold

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bank Fold falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bank Fold

Most properties in Bank Fold can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,426 sales

Average Price £191K
£500 — £30.7M
Detached £266K 982
Semi £163K 2,103
Terraced £105K 2,792
Flat £91K 138

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

93 Primary
18 Secondary
49 Other
Belthorn Academy Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Hoddlesden St Paul's Church of England Primary School Primary 1.3 miles St James' Church of England Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Lower Darwen Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Shadsworth Junior School Primary Good 1.6 miles Darwen St James CofE Primary Academy Primary 1.6 miles Darwen Aldridge Sudell Primary Primary Good 1.6 miles Lower Pastures Good 1.6 miles Newfield School 1.7 miles Darwen Children's Centre Good 1.7 miles Shadsworth Children's Centre Good 1.8 miles Higher Croft Children's Centre 1.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bank Fold IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bank Fold in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
4/10
21,103 Children (0-15) 23%
56,040 Working Age 61%
18,489 Older (60+) 20%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 46.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 35.2% 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 Bank Fold 833 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Bank Fold is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

318 Violence & Sexual Offences
162 Anti-Social Behaviour
64 Public Order
61 Criminal Damage & Arson
49 Shoplifting
45 Other Theft
38 Drugs
36 Vehicle Crime
21 Other Crime
20 Burglary
11 Weapons
6 Robbery
2 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Lancashire West Pennine 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

Darwen Train Station 1.8 miles
Blackburn Train Station 2.8 miles
Church And Oswaldtwistle Train Station 3 miles
Mill Hill (Lancs) Train Station 3.3 miles
Rishton Train Station 3.3 miles
Cherry Tree Train Station 3.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Belthorn 0 yards Grimshaw 0.6 miles Waterside 0.6 miles Guide 0.9 miles Hoddlesden 1.2 miles Chapels 1.4 miles Pickup Bank 1.4 miles Whinny Heights 1.8 miles Darwen 1.8 miles Earcroft 1.9 miles Knuzden Brook 1.9 miles Blacksnape 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Blackburn with Darwen
County Lancashire
Ward Blackburn Central
Constituency Blackburn
Parish Blackburn with Darwen, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in BB1 30 shown View all streets

A674 2 Abbott Clough Avenue 2 Abbott Clough Close 1 Aberdare Close 2 Aberdeen Drive 2 Accrington Road 11 Acorn Street 2 Addington Street 1 Agate Street 1 Ailsa Road 1 Ainsworth Street 8 Albany Drive 1 Albert Street 1 Alder Street 2 Allan Critchlow Way 1 Altom Street 2 Amber Avenue 1 Ambleside Close 3 Amethyst Street 1 Anderson Road 1 Appleby Street 1 Arran Avenue 5 Ash Close 1 Ash Street 4 Ashworth Street 1 Aspinall Fold 1 Audley Lane 1 Audley Range 9 Avondale Avenue 1 Ayr Road 1

Postcodes in BB1 50 shown View all postcodes

BB1 1AE BB1 1AF BB1 1AQ BB1 1BA BB1 1BB BB1 1BD BB1 1BG BB1 1BH BB1 1BJ BB1 1BL BB1 1BN BB1 1BQ BB1 1BS BB1 1BT BB1 1BU BB1 1BW BB1 1BX BB1 1BZ BB1 1DA BB1 1DB BB1 1DE BB1 1DF BB1 1DG BB1 1DH BB1 1DJ BB1 1DL BB1 1DN BB1 1DQ BB1 1DR BB1 1DS BB1 1DT BB1 1DU BB1 1DW BB1 1DY BB1 1DZ BB1 1EB BB1 1ED BB1 1EE BB1 1EF BB1 1EG BB1 1EH BB1 1EJ BB1 1EL BB1 1EN BB1 1EP BB1 1EQ BB1 1ER BB1 1ES BB1 1EW BB1 1EX