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Location in LancashireBurnley Wood sits where the marker shows within the county.

27,053
Population
9,909
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£38,606
Avg. household income
885
Businesses
1,114
People per km²
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About Burnley Wood

Burnley Wood is a residential area located in the town of Burnley, within the county of Lancashire, England. It lies to the north of the town centre and is part of the BB11 postcode area. The area is primarily made up of terraced and semi-detached housing, with a mix of older and more modern properties. There are several local amenities, including shops, schools, and community centres, serving the needs of residents. The area is well connected by road and has regular bus services to nearby parts of Burnley and beyond. Burnley Wood is situated close to open spaces and green areas, offering residents access to parks and walking paths. It is a well-established community with a strong sense of local identity and a range of local services.

School Ratings in Burnley Wood

Families in Burnley Wood have access to 107 local schools. Broadfield Specialist School and Olive High are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Burnley Wood

Homes sell for an average of £114K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £71K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Burnley Wood

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Burnley Wood, with 140 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Burnley Wood

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Burnley Wood within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Burnley Wood

There are 22 GP surgeries within three miles of Burnley Wood, the nearest being Burnley Wood Medical Centre (0.3 miles away).

Local Data for Burnley Wood

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Property Prices 5,012 sales

Average Price £114K
£270 , £8.87M
Detached £263K 245
Semi £156K 893
Terraced £71K 3,214
Flat £90K 231

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

55 Primary
8 Secondary
44 Other
Outstanding 3
Good 10
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BB11 postcode area.

Rockwood Nursery School Nursery 0.1 miles Burnley Wood Children's Centre Good 0.3 miles Burnley St Stephen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Burnley Springfield Community Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Unity College Secondary Requires Improvement 0.6 miles Rosewood Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Burnley Brunshaw Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Burnley St Peter's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Christ The King Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.8 miles St Mary's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 0.9 miles Burnley Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Olive High Not applicable Outstanding 0.9 miles

Household Income in Burnley Wood ONS 2023

The average total household income in Burnley Wood is approximately £38,606 a year before tax, 30% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £30,803. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Burnley Wood £38,606
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £30,803.

Businesses in Burnley Wood ONS 2025

There are approximately 885 active businesses based in Burnley Wood, around 33 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 84% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 24 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

885 Total businesses
33 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 84%
Small, 10-49 13%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Burnley Wood IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Burnley Wood 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
3/10
Education
3/10
Health
2/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
3/10
Children 0-15 21%
Working age 63%
Older 65+ 16%
5,768 Children (0-15) 21%
17,034 Working Age 63%
4,255 Older (65+) 16%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 49% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 26.1% 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 Burnley Wood 960 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Burnley Wood 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 340
Anti-Social Behaviour 140
Shoplifting 126
Criminal Damage & Arson 78
Other Theft 48
Public Order 46
Burglary 45
Vehicle Crime 36
Drugs 35
Robbery 25
Other Crime 25
Weapons 9
Theft from Person 4
Bicycle Theft 3
Local Policing
Lancashire Rosehill with Burnley Wood 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

Burnley Manchester Road Train Station 0.6 miles
Burnley Central Train Station 1 miles
Burnley Barracks Train Station 1.5 miles
Rose Grove Train Station 1.9 miles
Brierfield Train Station 3 miles
Hapton Train Station 3.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Rose Hill 0.6 miles Burnley 0.9 miles Brunshaw 0.9 miles Brownside 1.4 miles Pike Hill 1.4 miles Walk Mill 1.4 miles Burnley Lane 1.9 miles Rose Grove 2 miles Lowerhouse 2 miles Mereclough 2 miles Worsthorne 2 miles Habergham 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Burnley
County Lancashire
Ward Daneshouse with Stoneyholme
Constituency Burnley
Parish Burnley, unparished area
Region North West

Home Ownership in Burnley Wood

Of the 11,513 households in and around Burnley Wood, 53% are owned, 19% are socially rented and 28% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 53% Social rented 19% Private rented 28%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Burnley Wood.

Frequently Asked Questions about Burnley Wood

What is the population of Burnley Wood?
Burnley Wood has a population of approximately 27,053 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Burnley Wood?
The average property in and around Burnley Wood sold for about £113,580, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 67% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Burnley Wood a deprived area?
Burnley Wood 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 Burnley Wood?
Burnley Wood is covered by the BB11 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Burnley Wood?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Burnley Wood, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Burnley Wood?
The nearest railway station to Burnley Wood is Burnley Manchester Road Train Station, about 0.6 miles away.

Streets in BB11 30 shown View all streets

A682 8 Accrington Road 23 Active Way 3 Adlington Street 1 Airdrie Crescent 1 Albert Street 3 Albion Street 7 Alwin Street 1 Andelen Close 1 Apex Close 2 Arnold Close 1 Arran Street 1 Ash Street 1 Athol Street North 1 Athol Street South 1 Ayr Grove 2 B6239 1 Bacup Road 5 Baker Street 1 Ballater Street 2 Bank Parade 19 Barclay Avenue 1 Bartle Green 2 Beechwood Avenue 1 Bentley Wood Way 4 Bergen Street 1 Berry Street 2 Bethesda Street 1 Beverley Street 1 Bevington Close 1

Postcodes in BB11 50 shown View all postcodes

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