About Hey

Hey is a small village located in Lancashire, England, within the BB8 postcode area. It is situated near the larger town of Colne and offers a peaceful setting for residents and visitors alike. The village features a mix of residential homes and local amenities, providing a sense of community for those who live and work here. The surrounding countryside is characterised by rolling hills and fields, making it a suitable location for outdoor activities such as walking and cycling. Hey is also conveniently located near major transport links, allowing easy access to nearby towns and cities. The village serves as a quiet retreat while still being within reach of urban facilities.

School Ratings in Hey

There are 62 schools in and around Hey. Pendle View Primary School and Laneshaw Bridge Primary are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Hey

The average property price is £166K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £117K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Hey

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Hey, with 25 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Hey

Hey sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Hey

Broadband speeds in Hey 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 4,189 sales

Average Price £166K
£105 — £2.63M
Detached £321K 547
Semi £197K 747
Terraced £117K 2,520
Flat £111K 129

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

37 Primary
6 Secondary
19 Other
Foulridge Saint Michael and All Angels CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Kelbrook Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Salterforth Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 1.4 miles Barnoldswick Church of England Controlled Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles West Craven High School Secondary Requires Improvement 1.6 miles Colne Park High School Secondary 1.8 miles Blacko Primary School Primary 2 miles Park Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Colne Lord Street School Primary Good 2.2 miles Gisburn Road Children's Centre 2.2 miles Gisburn Road Community Primary School Primary 2.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Hey IMD 2025

Hey sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
2/10
9,495 Children (0-15) 19%
30,592 Working Age 61%
13,990 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 38.7% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 19.4% 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 Hey 115 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Hey sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

46 Violence & Sexual Offences
25 Anti-Social Behaviour
11 Public Order
10 Criminal Damage & Arson
5 Shoplifting
5 Other Crime
4 Burglary
4 Drugs
3 Other Theft
1 Weapons
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
Lancashire Boulsworth & Foulridge 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

Colne Train Station 2.3 miles
Brierfield Train Station 5.2 miles
Cononley Train Station 5.5 miles
Gargrave Train Station 7.1 miles
Burnley Central Train Station 7.1 miles
Burnley Barracks Train Station 7.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Foulridge 0.6 miles Park Close 0.6 miles Colne Edge 1.2 miles Salterforth 1.2 miles Kelbrook 1.4 miles Colne 2 miles Barnoldswick 2 miles Blacko 2.2 miles Higherford 2.2 miles Earby 2.2 miles Green End 2.2 miles Church Clough 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Pendle
County Lancashire
Ward Vivary Bridge
Constituency Pendle
Parish Colne
Region North West

Streets in BB8 30 shown View all streets

A56 1 Acresfield 1 Albert Road 10 Alkincoats Road 1 Allendale Street 1 Alma Avenue 2 Alma Road 3 Angel Way 1 Archery Avenue 1 Argyle Street 1 Ash Street 1 Ashburnham Road 1 Avondale Street 1 Ayrton Street 2 Back Atkinson Street 1 Back Bond Street 1 Back Boundary Street 1 Back Brown Street 1 Back Chapel Street 2 Back Derby Street 1 Back Duke Street 1 Back Lane 1 Back Lune Street 1 Back Zion Street 2 Ball Grove Drive 2 Bank Street 2 Bankfield Street 2 Bannister Close 1 Barcroft Street 1 Barn Field Close 1

Postcodes in BB8 50 shown View all postcodes

BB8 0AA BB8 0AB BB8 0AD BB8 0AE BB8 0AG BB8 0AJ BB8 0AN BB8 0AP BB8 0AQ BB8 0AR BB8 0AS BB8 0AX BB8 0AY BB8 0AZ BB8 0BA BB8 0BB BB8 0BD BB8 0BE BB8 0BF BB8 0BG BB8 0BH BB8 0BP BB8 0BQ BB8 0BS BB8 0BT BB8 0BU BB8 0BX BB8 0BZ BB8 0DB BB8 0DD BB8 0DE BB8 0DF BB8 0DG BB8 0DH BB8 0DJ BB8 0DL BB8 0DQ BB8 0DR BB8 0DW BB8 0DY BB8 0EB BB8 0EE BB8 0EF BB8 0EL BB8 0EN BB8 0EQ BB8 0ES BB8 0ET BB8 0EU BB8 0EX