Area guide
Everything you need to know about buying property in the BB5 postcode area, covering Accrington and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.
Average price
£91,489
Median price
£80,000
5-year trend
+314.7%
Total sales
37,042
The BB5 area has 1,325 individual postcodes with 37,042 registered sales. Prices are +76.9% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Accrington. The five-year price movement is +314.7%.
BB5 is among the most affordable postcode areas with an average of £91,489, +76.9% below the national average. Entry-level markets appeal to budget-conscious buyers and landlords. The dataset includes 37,042 recorded sales across 1,325 postcodes.
The five-year price trend in BB5 is +314.7%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.
BB5 5XA
£147,717 avg · 190 sales
BB5 0HG
£48,486 avg · 164 sales
BB5 6PQ
£43,212 avg · 164 sales
BB5 4PH
£111,614 avg · 157 sales
BB5 5WT
£137,509 avg · 157 sales
BB5 0EN
£137,821 avg · 144 sales
BB5 5QP
£102,398 avg · 144 sales
BB5 0HH
£40,780 avg · 137 sales
BB5 5PG
£48,376 avg · 129 sales
This BB5 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.
Data last updated: July 2026 · View methodology
The average sold price in the BB5 postcode area is £91,489, based on 37,042 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Accrington.
Properties in BB5 average £91,489, which is +76.9% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.
The median price (£80,000) is 12.6% below the average (£91,489), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.
Prices in BB5 have moved +314.7% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.
No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.
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