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Altham

About

Altham ward is located in the borough of Hyndburn, Lancashire. It covers the village of Altham and surrounding rural areas, with a mix of residential and agricultural land. The ward is situated near the River Calder, with open fields and farmland shaping much of its landscape.

The area has a small population, with a focus on local community life. Altham Primary School serves the village, and there are a few local businesses and pubs. Transport links include the A678 road, connecting the ward to nearby towns like Accrington and Burnley. The ward retains a quiet, semi-rural character despite its proximity to larger urban areas.

Area overview

On average Altham has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 93 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Altham is £38,400 per year. There are 4 schools in Altham: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

5/10

Social housing

Connectivity

N/A

Property prices in Altham

Based on 90 recent sales, the median property price is £160,000 in Altham area, with individual transactions ranging from £38,500 up to £355,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £248,500; semi-detached at £181,500; terraced at £125,000;.

10 years price trend in Altham

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2025.