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Briercliffe

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About

Briercliffe is a residential ward located in the northeastern part of Burnley, Lancashire. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of terraced homes and semi-detached properties. It includes the neighborhoods of Haggate and Lanehead, which are known for their quiet, community-focused atmosphere. The ward is bordered by open countryside, providing easy access to rural landscapes and walking routes.

Local amenities in Briercliffe include a few small shops, pubs, and community spaces like the Haggate Baptist Church. The area has good transport links to central Burnley, making it convenient for commuting. Briercliffe also has several green spaces, including Towneley Park nearby, offering recreational opportunities. The ward maintains a strong sense of local identity, with active community groups and events.

Area overview

On average Briercliffe has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 65 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Briercliffe is £41,460 per year. There are 4 schools in Briercliffe: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
65
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
8.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Briercliffe Population
5,563
Population density
323.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,266
94.64%
Pakistani
89
1.6%
Other White
42
0.75%
Irish
41
0.74%
White and Asian (mixed)
30
0.54%
Total population: 5,564

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,030
41.73%
Owns with a mortgage
928
37.6%
Private landlord or letting agency
325
13.17%
Other social rented
96
3.89%
Other forms of private rent
64
2.59%
Total households: 2,468

Property prices in Briercliffe

Based on 87 recent sales, the median property price is £155,000 in Briercliffe area, with individual transactions ranging from £72,500 up to £385,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Briercliffe 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 Briercliffe over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached12£265,000
Flats1£94,000
Semi-Detached29£180,000
Terraced45£120,000

10 years median price trend in Briercliffe

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

All postcodes in Briercliffe

BB102UA

Clockhouse Grove

BB103QA

Acre Street

BB102DX

Cornholme

BB102JS

Delamere Road

BB102JT

Tiverton Drive

BB102NT

Horning Crescent

BB102AL

Balderstone Lane

BB102EL

Burnsall Close

BB102HT

Cross Street

BB102RA

Granville Street

BB102FD

Standen Hall Close

BB102HR

Granville Street

BB102HU

Church Street

BB102JW

Harle Syke & Lanehead

BB102JZ

Harle Syke & Lanehead

BB103QN

Halifax Road

BB103QY

Halifax Road

BB102DS

Shore Avenue

BB102DZ

Westbury Close

BB102DP

Cornholme

BB102EH

Grassington Drive

BB102JB

Royal Court

BB102JN

Kimberley Close

BB102JQ

Douglas Road

BB102JP

Cobden Street

BB102TN

Widow Hill Road

BB102ER

Camp Street

BB102NS

Sutton Avenue

BB102TJ

Widow Hill Road

BB102ES

Camp Street

BB102HN

Finsley Street

BB102NU

Wroxham Close

BB102SA

Balderstone Lane

BB103PL

Monk Hall Lane

BB103QH

Acre Street

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.