Is BB5 6QT a nice place to live?

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Crime (Police.uk, 2026-07)

358 crimes recorded

Within roughly a mile of BB5 6QT. Most common: Violence & sexual offences.

Violence & sexual offences
137
Anti-social behaviour
82
Shoplifting
26
Criminal damage & arson
24
Other theft
19
Public order
19
Vehicle crime
12
Burglary
11

House prices

£138,818

Average price in Hyndburn (2026-06, UK House Price Index). Up 10.7% year on year.

Terraced
£120,546
Semi-detached
£162,436
Detached
£242,744
Flat / maisonette
£81,178

Local authority average from HM Land Registry — not a valuation for BB5 6QT specifically.

Flood risk

Official Environment Agency map for rivers, sea, surface water and groundwater risk near this postcode.

No active flood warnings within ~15km.

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GP & dentist ratings

CQC ratings near BB5 6QT on Check My GP

Food hygiene ratings

FSA ratings near BB5 6QT on Check Food Hygiene

Nearby postcodes

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