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Location in LancashireBarley Green sits where the marker shows within the county.

48,843
Population
17,604
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£40,562
Avg. household income
1,536
Businesses
998
People per km²
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About Barley Green

Barley Green is a small settlement located in the county of Lancashire, in the north-west of England. It lies within the BB9 postcode area and is situated near the village of Whalley. The area is characterised by its rural setting, with open fields and scattered farmsteads typical of the Lancashire countryside. The name 'Barley Green' suggests a historical connection to agriculture, possibly referencing the cultivation of barley in the region. The surrounding landscape offers quiet countryside walks and views of the rolling hills that define much of the local terrain. While not a large community, Barley Green maintains a sense of local identity, with residents enjoying a peaceful, rural lifestyle. The area is accessible via minor roads and is within easy reach of larger towns such as Clitheroe and Blackburn.

School Ratings in Barley Green

Families in Barley Green have access to 105 local schools. Walton Lane Nursery School & Children's Centre, Walton Lane Nursery School and East Lancashire Learning Group are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 19 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barley Green

Homes sell for an average of £133K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £84K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barley Green

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Barley Green, with 92 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barley Green

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barley Green within the more deprived parts of England. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Barley Green

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Barley Green, the nearest being Barrowford Surgery (2.5 miles away).

Local Data for Barley Green

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Property Prices 6,156 sales

Average Price £133K
£220 , £5.6M
Detached £293K 599
Semi £155K 1,220
Terraced £84K 3,833
Flat £116K 132

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

56 Primary
9 Secondary
40 Other
Outstanding 5
Good 19

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BB9 postcode area.

Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Roughlee Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Wheatley Lane Methodist Primary School Primary 2 miles Barrowford St Thomas Church of England Primary School Primary Outstanding 2.4 miles Higham St John's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Grow Independent School Not applicable Good 2.6 miles Pendleside Children's Centre 2.7 miles Barrowford School Primary Good 2.7 miles East Lancashire Learning Group 16 plus Outstanding 2.7 miles Blacko Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Sabden Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Lomeshaye Junior School Primary Good 3 miles

Household Income in Barley Green ONS 2023

The average total household income in Barley Green is approximately £40,562 a year before tax, 27% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,871. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Barley Green £40,562
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £31,871.

Businesses in Barley Green ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,536 active businesses based in Barley Green, around 31 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 26 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,536 Total businesses
31 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 87%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Barley Green IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Barley Green experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
3/10
Health
4/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
2/10
Children 0-15 24%
Working age 61%
Older 65+ 15%
11,906 Children (0-15) 24%
29,696 Working Age 61%
7,231 Older (65+) 15%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 48.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 28.2% 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 Barley Green 581 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Barley Green are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

Violence & Sexual Offences 243
Anti-Social Behaviour 92
Criminal Damage & Arson 56
Public Order 34
Drugs 31
Shoplifting 31
Other Theft 29
Burglary 27
Vehicle Crime 16
Other Crime 12
Robbery 4
Weapons 3
Bicycle Theft 2
Theft from Person 1
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

Brierfield Train Station 3.1 miles
Colne Train Station 4 miles
Burnley Barracks Train Station 4.7 miles
Clitheroe Train Station 4.8 miles
Burnley Central Train Station 4.9 miles
Rose Grove Train Station 5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Barley 0.6 miles Newchurch in Pendle 0.9 miles Wheatley Lane 1.8 miles Roughlee 1.9 miles Twiston 1.9 miles Fence 2 miles Blacko 2.6 miles Lowerford 2.6 miles Barrowford 2.6 miles Higham 2.6 miles Lomeshaye 2.6 miles Newbridge 2.8 miles

Local Government

District Pendle
County Lancashire
Ward Whitefield & Walverden
Constituency Pendle
Parish Nelson
Region North West

Home Ownership in Barley Green

Of the 17,530 households in and around Barley Green, 60% are owned, 13% are socially rented and 27% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 60% Social rented 13% Private rented 27%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Barley Green.

Frequently Asked Questions about Barley Green

What is the population of Barley Green?
Barley Green has a population of approximately 48,843 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Barley Green?
The average property in and around Barley Green sold for about £132,993, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 62% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Barley Green a deprived area?
Barley Green sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Barley Green?
Barley Green is covered by the BB9 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Barley Green?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Barley Green, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Barley Green?
The nearest railway station to Barley Green is Brierfield Train Station, about 3.1 miles away.

Streets in BB9 30 shown View all streets

Ada Street 1 Airton Garth 1 Albert Street 6 Albion Street 5 Alexander Street 1 Alpha Street 2 Andrew Road 1 Ann Street 2 Appleby Drive 2 Applegarth 1 Arncliffe Grove 1 Arnold Close 1 Arthur Street 6 Ash Tree Grove 1 Ash Tree Walk 1 Ashfield Close 1 Ashford Street 2 Ashton Drive 1 Avondale Road 1 Back Church Street 1 Back Clayton Street 2 Back Commercial Street 3 Back East Bank 1 Back Harry Street 3 Back Scotland Road 1 Baldwin Street 2 Balfour Close 1 Ball Street 1 Bamford Street 1 Bank Fold 1

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BB9 0AA BB9 0AB BB9 0AE BB9 0AG BB9 0AH BB9 0AJ BB9 0AL BB9 0AN BB9 0AP BB9 0AQ BB9 0AR BB9 0AS BB9 0AT BB9 0AU BB9 0AW BB9 0AX BB9 0AY BB9 0AZ BB9 0BA BB9 0BB BB9 0BE BB9 0BF BB9 0BG BB9 0BH BB9 0BJ BB9 0BL BB9 0BN BB9 0BP BB9 0BQ BB9 0BS BB9 0BT BB9 0BU BB9 0BW BB9 0BX BB9 0BY BB9 0BZ BB9 0DA BB9 0DB BB9 0DD BB9 0DE BB9 0DF BB9 0DG BB9 0DL BB9 0DN BB9 0DP BB9 0DQ BB9 0DR BB9 0DS BB9 0DT BB9 0DU