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Location in LancashireHolme Chapel sits where the marker shows within the county.

42,402
Population
15,694
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£39,934
Avg. household income
979
Businesses
664
People per km²
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About Holme Chapel

Holme Chapel is a small village located in Lancashire, England, within the BB10 postcode area. It is situated near the town of Burnley and is part of the wider Pennine region. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of local homes and a few amenities that serve the community. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape typical of this part of England.

The village is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those travelling to nearby towns and cities. Local transport options include bus services that link Holme Chapel to Burnley and other surrounding areas. While the village itself may not have extensive facilities, its proximity to larger urban centres provides residents and visitors with access to a wider range of services and attractions.

School Ratings in Holme Chapel

Holme Chapel is served by 87 schools. Holly Grove School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Holme Chapel

Property prices average £134K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £82K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Holme Chapel

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Holme Chapel, with 115 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Holme Chapel

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Holme Chapel is among the more deprived areas nationally. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Holme Chapel

There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Holme Chapel, the nearest being Brunshaw Pharmacy (2.5 miles away).

Local Data for Holme Chapel

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Property Prices 5,916 sales

Average Price £134K
£100 , £4.5M
Detached £275K 757
Semi £166K 1,387
Terraced £82K 3,421
Flat £108K 60

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

47 Primary
7 Secondary
33 Other
Outstanding 1
Good 13
Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BB10 postcode area.

St John's CofE Primary School, Cliviger Primary Good 0.1 miles Cornholme Junior, Infant and Nursery School Primary Requires Improvement 2.2 miles Unity College Secondary Requires Improvement 2.4 miles Northern Primary School Primary Good 2.4 miles Burnley Brunshaw Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Worsthorne Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Burnley St Stephen's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Rockwood Nursery School Nursery 2.6 miles Sharneyford Primary School Primary Good 2.7 miles Burnley Wood Children's Centre Good 2.7 miles Burnley Springfield Community Primary School Primary 2.8 miles Water Primary School Primary Good 2.8 miles

Household Income in Holme Chapel ONS 2023

The average total household income in Holme Chapel is approximately £39,934 a year before tax, 28% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,953. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Holme Chapel £39,934
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £31,953.

Businesses in Holme Chapel ONS 2025

There are approximately 979 active businesses based in Holme Chapel, around 23 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 16 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

979 Total businesses
23 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 88%
Small, 10-49 10%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Holme Chapel IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Holme Chapel as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
3/10
Health
3/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
4/10
Children 0-15 21%
Working age 60%
Older 65+ 19%
8,764 Children (0-15) 21%
25,652 Working Age 60%
7,986 Older (65+) 19%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 48.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 26.3% 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 Holme Chapel 772 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Holme Chapel 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 275
Anti-Social Behaviour 115
Shoplifting 115
Criminal Damage & Arson 54
Public Order 36
Drugs 34
Burglary 30
Other Theft 28
Vehicle Crime 28
Robbery 23
Other Crime 19
Weapons 8
Theft from Person 4
Bicycle Theft 3
Local Policing
Lancashire Cliviger with Worsthorne 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 3.2 miles
Burnley Central Train Station 3.6 miles
Burnley Barracks Train Station 4.1 miles
Rose Grove Train Station 4.4 miles
Todmorden Train Station 4.6 miles
Brierfield Train Station 5.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Over Town 0.6 miles Mereclough 1.2 miles Walk Mill 1.4 miles Portsmouth 1.8 miles Weir 1.9 miles Hurstwood 2 miles Pudsey 2.2 miles Cornholme 2.2 miles Dean 2.2 miles Worsthorne 2.5 miles Sharneyford 2.6 miles Brownside 2.6 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Holme Chapel

Of the 17,096 households in and around Holme Chapel, 64% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 22% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 64% Social rented 14% Private rented 22%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Holme Chapel.

Frequently Asked Questions about Holme Chapel

What is the population of Holme Chapel?
Holme Chapel has a population of approximately 42,402 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Holme Chapel?
The average property in and around Holme Chapel sold for about £133,800, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 62% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Holme Chapel a deprived area?
Holme Chapel 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 Holme Chapel?
Holme Chapel is covered by the BB10 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Holme Chapel?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Holme Chapel, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Holme Chapel?
The nearest railway station to Holme Chapel is Burnley Manchester Road Train Station, about 3.2 miles away.

Streets in BB10 30 shown View all streets

A682 1 Abinger Street 4 Acre Street 3 Ada Street 1 Admiral Street 2 Aickman Place 1 Ainsdale Avenue 1 Allen Street 1 Allendale Grove 1 Altham Street 1 Annarly Fold 1 Antley Court 1 Applecross Drive 2 Ardwick Street 2 Arncliffe Road 1 Aspen Drive 1 Athletic Street 3 Atkinson Street 1 Aylesbury Walk 1 Back Lane 3 Balderstone Close 1 Balderstone Lane 9 Bancroft Road 1 Bank Parade 1 Banks Street 1 Bar Street 1 Barcroft Green 2 Barden Lane 2 Barley Grove 1 Barnfield Avenue 1

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