About Stanhill

Stanhill is a small village located in Lancashire, England, within the BB5 postcode area. It is situated near the town of Accrington and is primarily a residential area. The village features a mix of traditional and modern housing, providing a sense of community for its residents. Local amenities include a few shops and services that cater to the everyday needs of the inhabitants. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities, with walking paths and green spaces nearby. Stanhill is well-connected to larger towns, making it convenient for those who wish to enjoy both village life and access to urban facilities. The area is served by public transport, allowing for easy travel to nearby attractions and services.

School Ratings in Stanhill

Families in Stanhill have access to 162 local schools. Sure Start Hyndburn - Accrington South and Oswaldtwistle White Ash School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 23 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Stanhill

Homes sell for an average of £140K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £91K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Stanhill

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

Deprivation and Employment in Stanhill

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Stanhill 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Stanhill

Stanhill benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 9,317 sales

Average Price £140K
£105 — £10.07M
Detached £233K 1,047
Semi £165K 1,911
Terraced £91K 5,593
Flat £87K 137

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

95 Primary
17 Secondary
50 Other
Oswaldtwistle West End Primary School Primary 0.4 miles Oswaldtwistle White Ash School Outstanding 0.5 miles Knuzden St Oswald's Church of England Primary Academy Primary 0.6 miles Oswaldtwistle Moor End Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Oswaldtwistle St Andrew's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Oswaldtwistle Hippings Methodist Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Shadsworth Infant School Primary 1.1 miles Oswaldtwistle School Good 1.1 miles Oswaldtwistle St Paul's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Rhyddings Secondary 1.1 miles Shadsworth Junior School Primary Good 1.2 miles Intack Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Stanhill IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Stanhill 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
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
3/10
13,651 Children (0-15) 20%
40,855 Working Age 61%
15,702 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 45.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 24.9% 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 Stanhill 669 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Stanhill 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.

266 Violence & Sexual Offences
140 Anti-Social Behaviour
45 Shoplifting
39 Vehicle Crime
38 Criminal Damage & Arson
38 Public Order
35 Other Theft
34 Burglary
15 Drugs
7 Other Crime
6 Weapons
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Robbery
2 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Lancashire St Oswald's - Hyndburn 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

Church And Oswaldtwistle Train Station 1.2 miles
Rishton Train Station 1.5 miles
Accrington Train Station 2.1 miles
Blackburn Train Station 2.5 miles
Ramsgreave And Wilpshire Train Station 3.4 miles
Mill Hill (Lancs) Train Station 3.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Knuzden Brook 0.6 miles Little Moor End 0.6 miles Oswaldtwistle 0.6 miles West End 0.9 miles Shadsworth 1.2 miles Broadfield 1.2 miles Whitebirk 1.4 miles Intack 1.4 miles Spring Hill 1.4 miles Church 1.8 miles Dill Hall 1.8 miles Guide 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Hyndburn
County Lancashire
Ward Central
Constituency Hyndburn
Parish Hyndburn, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in BB5 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Street 14 Abbeydale Way 2 Accrington Bypass 2 Acorn Avenue 1 Addison Street 1 Adelaide Lane 2 Adelaide Street 1 Aitken Street 1 Albert Street 3 Albion Street 1 Alder Grove 1 Alexander Close 1 Alexandra Street 1 Alice Street 3 All Saints Close 1 Alleytroyds 1 Alliance Street 1 Altham Lane 3 Ambleside Close 1 Anglian Close 1 Annie Street 1 Apple Tree Way 1 Appleby CLose 1 Arago Street 1 Argyle Street 2 Arncliffe Avenue 1 Arnold Street 1 Arnside Close 1 Ascot Way 1 Ashley Court 1

Postcodes in BB5 50 shown View all postcodes

BB5 0AA BB5 0AB BB5 0AD BB5 0AE BB5 0AF BB5 0AJ BB5 0AL BB5 0AP BB5 0AQ BB5 0AR BB5 0AS BB5 0AW BB5 0AX BB5 0AY BB5 0AZ BB5 0BA BB5 0BB BB5 0BH BB5 0BJ BB5 0BP BB5 0BS BB5 0BT BB5 0BW BB5 0BY BB5 0DA BB5 0DB BB5 0DE BB5 0DH BB5 0DJ BB5 0DL BB5 0DN BB5 0DP BB5 0DQ BB5 0DR BB5 0DS BB5 0DT BB5 0DU BB5 0DW BB5 0DX BB5 0DY BB5 0DZ BB5 0EA BB5 0ED BB5 0EE BB5 0EF BB5 0EG BB5 0EH BB5 0EJ BB5 0EL BB5 0EN