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Barnoldswick South

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About

Barnoldswick South is a residential district on the western edge of the town, characterised by a mix of post-war housing estates and older terraced homes. The area is largely defined by its proximity to the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, which forms a green corridor along its northern boundary. Local amenities are centred around the main thoroughfares, providing practical services for the community. The landscape gradually rises, offering views towards the surrounding Pennine foothills.

The area's industrial heritage is subtly present, with some former textile mills repurposed for modern light industry and storage. A notable local feature is the Bancroft Mill Engine Trust, where a preserved steam engine is occasionally in steam. Open spaces include the recreation ground off West Close Road, used for sports and leisure. The community is served by several primary schools, reinforcing its settled, family-oriented character.

Area overview

On average Barnoldswick South has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 51 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Barnoldswick South is £39,637 per year. There are 3 schools in Barnoldswick South: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Barnoldswick South is home to around 5,611 people, with a population density of about 298.8 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
51
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
4.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Barnoldswick South Population
5,611
Population density
298.8 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Anti-social behaviour
26.38(+47%)
Violence and sexual offences
26.2(-30%)
Criminal damage and arson
8.91(-1%)
Public order
4.81(-53%)
Other theft
4.1(-38%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,034
89.72%
Pakistani
228
4.06%
Other White
188
3.35%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
21
0.37%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
20
0.36%
Total population: 5,611

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,135
24.39%
No qualifications
971
20.86%
Level 3 (A level)
882
18.95%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
668
14.35%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
486
10.44%
Total 16+ residents: 4,654

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
999
39.9%
Owns with a mortgage
778
31.07%
Private landlord or letting agency
526
21.01%
Other social rented
90
3.59%
Other forms of private rent
64
2.56%
Total households: 2,504

Property prices in Barnoldswick South

Based on 90 recent sales, the median property price is £150,000 in Barnoldswick South area, with individual transactions ranging from £40,000 up to £434,500.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Barnoldswick South in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Barnoldswick South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached5£229,950
Flats2£120,000
Semi-Detached15£192,000
Terraced68£138,500

10 years median price trend in Barnoldswick South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Barnoldswick South.

All postcodes in Barnoldswick South

BB185RA

Sycamore Way

BB185BE

York Street

BB185UJ

Brook Street

BB186AU

Bank Street

BB185NZ

Manchester Road

BB186AJ

Railway Street

BB186FG

Raikes Hill

BB185BH

Park Road

BB185BB

York Street

BB185DZ

Rook Street

BB185NA

Station Road

BB186AZ

Valley Road

BB185XD

Gisburn Road

BB186BD

Long Ing Lane

BB186DB

Wellhouse Road

BB186BX

Langsford Close

BB185AB

Philip Street

BB185QW

Cavendish Street

BB185QG

Town Head

BB185SX

Malham View Close

BB185DT

Essex Street

BB185NR

Bessie Street

BB185PJ

Barnoldswick

BB186BW

Riding Close

BB186AQ

Fountain Street

BB186BG

Moss Side

BB186AY

Craven Street

BB185UT

Church Street

BB185UH

Orchard Street

BB185DE

York Street

BB185BS

Mosley Street

BB186AB

Rainhall Road

BB185RY

The Summit

BB185LP

Longfield Court

BB185SQ

Moorgate Road

BB185AL

Beech Street

BB185RE

Darnbrook Road

BB185PN

Castle View

BB185RB

Gillians Lane

BB186AS

Earl Street

BB185AJ

Cobden Street

BB186AE

Beech Grove

BB186BF

Rainhall Road

BB185DS

Sussex Street

BB185QA

Whernside Close

BB185DW

Fernlea Avenue

BB185QT

Manchester Road

BB185NY

Commercial Street

BB185AU

Park Avenue

BB185QL

Back Smith Street

BB185HG

Lane Bottom

BB185BX

Kelbrook Road

BB185UN

Market Street

BB186AL

Cooperative Street

BB186AA

Rainhall Road

BB185NG

Montrose Terrace

BB185HS

Taylor Street

BB185DP

Barnoldswick

BB185SD

Edge Lane

BB186JF

Rainhall Crescent

BB185BU

Park Hill

BB185UQ

Newtown

BB185BQ

Park Road

BB186AW

Wellhouse Square

BB185DA

York Fields

BB185XE

Brogden Lane

BD233JU

Banks Lane

BB185PB

Bethesda Street

BB185QY

Chestnut Drive

BB185PE

North Street

BB185QF

Westgate

BB185AN

Beech Street

BB186AD

Lower Rook Street

BB185PU

Parrock Street

BB185AZ

Wellington Street

BB185AX

Myers Street

BB185QR

Gillians Lane

BB185US

Jepp Hill

BB186AH

Unity Street

BB185RG

Rylstone Drive

BB185SE

Moorgate Road

BB185HQ

Manchester Road

BB185PD

Clough Terrace

BB185AR

Manchester Road

BB185UL

Garden Street

BB185SB

Esp Lane

BB185NJ

Far East View

BB185SA

Calf Hall Lane

BB185PW

Manchester Road

BB185BG

Park Road

BB185RF

Gordale Close

BB185NX

Green Street

BB185QQ

Esp Lane

BB185PH

Manchester Road

BB185NS

Alice Street

BB185PT

Manchester Road

BB185BA

Back Chapel Street

BB185PP

Cedars Close

BB186BU

Rankin Close

BB185UW

King Street

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/06/2026.