We have collated a series of socio-economic statistics for Spring Hill in Hyndburn from UK government sources such as the 2021 Census and the Index of Multiple Deprivation. They should give you a broad snapshot of the area and the surrounding locations. Are the residents of Spring Hill older than the national average or younger? What is the population of Spring Hill and Hyndburn? Is Spring Hill an unemployment hotspot? This page should provide you with the answers.
Spring Hill Unemployment Statistics
Since the introduction of Universal Credit, The Department for Work & Pensions have not issued any statistics (in our view) that can be used to ascertain the levels of unemployment or under employment in the UK, just meaningless geographic counts. However, the Office of National Statistics does publish claimant counts of people receiving out of work benefits, be that legacy Jobseeker’s Allowance or Universal Credit as a proportion of people over 16. These figures are usually updated once a month and are for Local Authority Districts and Unitary Authority Districts. So below are the figures of Hyndburn.| Area | Unemployed | Yearly Change |
|---|---|---|
| Hyndburn | 5.7% | 0.1% |
| North West | 4.3% | -0.3% |
| England | 3.8% | -0.3% |
| UK | 3.7% | -0.3% |
Source: Office for National Statistics (ONS), Last Retrieved: March 2023
| Economic Status | Proportion |
|---|---|
| In Employment | 54.15% |
| In Part-Time Work | 24.6% |
| Unemployed | 4.25% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How many residents own or rent their home in Spring Hill and Hyndburn
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census and calculated what proportion of people in Spring Hill either own or rent their home. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. 56.38 of residents own their home either outright or mortgaged. 43.62 of Spring Hill residents rent their home either privately or through a social landlord.| Area | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's (Hyndburn) | 56.38% | 43.62% |
| Hyndburn | 63.08% | 36.92% |
| North West | 62.33% | 37.67% |
| England | 61.31% | 38.69% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Spring Hill has a lower level of home ownership than than the national average.
Spring Hill compared to other wards in Hyndburn
| # | Ward | Owned | Rented |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Baxenden | 86.94% | 13.06% |
| 2 | St Oswald's (Hyndburn) | 86.58% | 13.42% |
| 3 | Overton (Hyndburn) | 70.57% | 29.43% |
| 4 | Altham | 70.29% | 29.71% |
| 5 | Huncoat | 70.28% | 29.72% |
| 6 | Clayton-le-Moors | 65.17% | 34.83% |
| 7 | Immanuel | 64.24% | 35.76% |
| 8 | Rishton | 64.15% | 35.85% |
| 9 | Milnshaw | 61.68% | 38.32% |
| 10 | Netherton | 60.19% | 39.81% |
| 11 | St Andrew's (Hyndburn) | 56.38% | 43.62% |
| 12 | Barnfield (Hyndburn) | 51.86% | 48.14% |
| 13 | Spring Hill | 50.61% | 49.39% |
| 14 | Central (Hyndburn) | 50.35% | 49.65% |
| 15 | Church (Hyndburn) | 47.74% | 52.26% |
| 16 | Peel | 46.55% | 53.45% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What are the occupations of the residents of Spring Hill?
The largest employment sector in Spring Hill is Caring, leisure & Other Services. The smallest employment sector is Managers, Directors & Senior Officials.| Sector | Proportion |
|---|---|
| Caring, leisure & Other Services | 14.26% |
| Skilled Trades | 14.06% |
| Professional Occupations | 12.47% |
| Associate Professional & Technical | 11.32% |
| Process Plant & Machine Operatives | 11.02% |
| Elementary Occupations | 10.17% |
| Administrative & Secretarial | 9.18% |
| Managers, Directors & Senior Officials | 8.58% |
Spring Hill Health Statistics
St Andrew's has a significantly lower proportion of residents (>5%) describing their health as very good than the national average for England.| Area | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's (Hyndburn) | 42.19% | 33.14% | 16.04% | 7.22% | 1.4% |
| Hyndburn | 43.92% | 34.3% | 14.77% | 5.33% | 1.66% |
| North West | 47.73% | 32.71% | 13.36% | 4.77% | 1.43% |
| England | 48.49% | 33.71% | 12.65% | 3.98% | 1.17% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
How has the health of residents in Hyndburn changed since 2011?
Hyndburn residents who describe their health as either good or very good has increased by 0.97% between the 2011 and 2021 census.| Year | VG | G | F | B | VB |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 43.05% | 34.2% | 15.14% | 5.95% | 1.66% |
| 2021 | 43.92% | 34.3% | 14.77% | 5.33% | 1.66% |
VG = Very Good, G = Good, F = Fair, B = Bad & VB = Very Bad
Source: Census 2011/2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Spring Hill Education Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 census to found of the level of education Spring Hill residents have in terms of formal qualifications as a percentage. The UK government breaks qualifications down into 7 levels. A detailed explanation of these levels can be found here. However, the Census groups these into just 4 \'levels\'. Here are some examples of the qualifications each census level represents when not stated;
- Level 1 - GCSE grades D, E, F, or G & below
- Level 2 - GCSE A*, A, B, C or O Level grades A, B or C
- Level 3 - A or AS qualification at any grade
- Level 4 - HNC, Bachelors Degree, Masters Degree or Phd
| Level | St Andrew's | England |
|---|---|---|
| No Qualifications | 22.47% | 18.08% |
| Level 1 | 10.07% | 9.69% |
| Level 2 | 14.94% | 13.32% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.72% | 5.32% |
| Level 3 | 18.12% | 16.92% |
| Level 4 | 23.99% | 33.92% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Spring Hill & Hyndburn Immigration Statistics
We have analysed the Census 2021 raw data on country of birth and compiled immigration statistics as percentages of the population. All percentages have been rounded to two decimal places. Below are the figures for Spring Hill in the Hyndburn local area district.
Spring Hill has a lower rate of immigrants than Hyndburn, the North West region and England as a whole.| Area | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's (Hyndburn) | 95.43% | 4.57% |
| Hyndburn | 91.05% | 8.95% |
| North West | 88.33% | 11.67% |
| England | 82.65% | 17.35% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Spring Hill compared to other wards in Hyndburn
| # | Ward | Born in UK | Born outside UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Central | 72.13% | 27.87% |
| 2 | Spring Hill | 80.59% | 19.41% |
| 3 | Church | 82.78% | 17.22% |
| 4 | Barnfield | 89.44% | 10.56% |
| 5 | Netherton | 90.07% | 9.93% |
| 6 | Peel | 91.34% | 8.66% |
| 7 | Milnshaw | 92.78% | 7.22% |
| 8 | Huncoat | 94.15% | 5.85% |
| 9 | Altham | 95.04% | 4.96% |
| 10 | St Andrew's | 95.43% | 4.57% |
| 11 | Rishton | 95.72% | 4.28% |
| 12 | Overton | 95.97% | 4.03% |
| 13 | Clayton-le-Moors | 96.25% | 3.75% |
| 14 | St Oswald's | 96.34% | 3.66% |
| 15 | Baxenden | 96.46% | 3.54% |
| 16 | Immanuel | 97.35% | 2.65% |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Spring Hill Age Distribution Statistics
We have taken the raw data from the 2021 Census and the calculated the proportion of age groups in St Andrew's.| Age Band | Proportion |
|---|---|
| 4 & under |  |
| 5 - 9 years | |
| 10 - 15 years | |
| 16 - 19 years | |
| 20 - 24 years | |
| 25 - 34 years | |
| 35 - 49 years | |
| 50 - 64 years | |
| 65 - 74 years | |
| 75 - 84 years | |
| 85 years & over | |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
What is the population of Spring Hill and Hyndburn?
The table below contains the populations figures for each ward in Hyndburn including Spring Hill. These population ONS figures are estimated are dated Mid 2020.
| Ward | Population |
|---|---|
| Altham | 5241 |
| Barnfield | 4453 |
| Baxenden | 4013 |
| Central | 5660 |
| Church | 5236 |
| Clayton-le-Moors | 4478 |
| Huncoat | 4704 |
| Immanuel | 4349 |
| Milnshaw | 4864 |
| Netherton | 4597 |
| Overton | 6436 |
| Peel | 4362 |
| Rishton | 6428 |
| Spring Hill | 5670 |
| St Andrew's | 4408 |
| St Oswald's | 6234 |
| Hyndburn Total | 81133 |
Source: Census 2021 (Nomis/ONS)
Last updated: 20/02/2024, Additional Sources: Office for National Statistics & Department for Work & Pensions.
