Swaledale Avenue is in Burnley and in Pendle district. BB10 2LJ is located in the Brierfield West & Reedley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pendle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Swaledale Avenue, Burnley, BB10 2LJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB10 2AQ, BB10 2LL, BB10 2LG, BB10 2LQ, BB10 2LN, BB10 2LS, BB10 2LT, BB10 2LF, BB10 2LW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BB10 2LJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.3% | 51.2% | 4.9% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 53.7% | 48.8% | -4.9% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BB10 2LJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.2% | 25.6% | 6.4% | 37.9% | -12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.7% | 63.5% | -7.2% | 44.2% | 19.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 1.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 4.7% | 0.5% | 9.1% | -4.4% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 4% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 52.2% | 56.3% | 4.1% | 48.4% | 7.9% |
| Good health | 28% | 30.5% | 2.5% | 33.6% | -3.1% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 9% | -4.7% | 12.7% | -3.7% |
| Bad health | 5% | 3.1% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.8% | 21.7% | -2.1% | 18.2% | 3.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.4% | 7.2% | -1.2% | 9.6% | -2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.3% | 12.6% | 1.3% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 2.3% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.1% | 17.3% | 5.2% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.1% | 35.5% | 0.4% | 33.8% | 1.7% |
| Other | 5.9% | 3.3% | -2.6% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 31.1% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 6.2% | 6.8% | 0.6% | 1.1% | 5.7% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Pakistani | 43.5% | 56% | 12.5% | 2.7% | 53.3% |
| Other Asian | 3.7% | 1.2% | -2.5% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 3.4% | 1% | -2.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 42.2% | 31.1% | -11.1% | 81.4% | -50.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 75.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.7% | 75.5% | -1.2% | 83.2% | -7.7% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 20.2% | 20.7% | 0.5% | 5.6% | 15.1% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 76.7% | 75.3% | -1.4% | 83.2% | -7.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 18.8% | 18.5% | 9.8% | 9.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.4% | 1% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 18% | 2.4% | -15.6% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.3% | 76.7% | 10.6% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 3% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 6.6% | 13.5% | -6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 13% | 37.2% | -24.2% |
| Christian | 18.1% | 46.2% | -28.1% |
| Muslim | 63.9% | 6.5% | 57.4% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Swaledale Avenue was 121.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.3% higher than the Brierfield East & Clover Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Swaledale Avenue has the 10th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Brierfield East & Clover Hill and the 84th highest crime rate of 297 local areas in Pendle .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 59.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Swaledale Avenue, Burnley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2014-05-16 | £223,830 |
| 4 Swaledale Avenue, Burnley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2012-12-12 | £194,788 |
| 4 Swaledale Avenue, Burnley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £139,000 | 2007-07-05 | £212,445 |
| 3 Swaledale Avenue, Burnley, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2003-08-08 | £435,000 |
| 6 Swaledale Avenue, Burnley, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £59,500 | 2000-09-05 | £274,013 |
BB10 2LJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 127 |
| Part-Time Employee | 66 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 47 |
| Looking after home or family | 41 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 28 |
| Other | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Education | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodfield Nursery School Sefton Street , Brierfield BB9 5BE | 3out of 4 | 624 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barden Lane Nursery School Barden Lane , BB10 1HY | - not rated | 1,384 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Reedley Hallows Nursery School Burnley Campus , Barden Lane BB10 1JD | 3out of 4 | 1,439 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Street Nursery School Elm Street , BB10 1PQ | - not rated | 2,034 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Basnett Street Nursery School Basnett Street , BB10 3ES | - not rated | 2,146 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pendle Primary Academy Walter Street , Brierfield BB9 5AW | 3out of 4 | 556 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brierfield Walter Street Primary School Walter Street , Brierfield BB9 5AW | - not rated | 556 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Reedley Primary School Reedley Road , Reedley BB10 2NE | 3out of 4 | 673 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's RC Junior School Thames Avenue , BB10 2PZ | - not rated | 811 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Casterton Primary Academy Casterton Primary Academy, Thames Avenue , BB10 2PZ | 3out of 4 | 811 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marsden Heights Community College Edge End Lane , BB9 0PR | - not rated | 1,108 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brierfield Mansfield High School Elland Road , Brierfield BB9 5RX | - not rated | 1,108 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Marsden Heights Community College Edge End Lane , BB9 0PR | 3out of 4 | 1,391 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnley Barden High School Heald Road , BB10 1JB | - not rated | 1,426 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Nelson Edge End High School Hibson Road , BB9 0PZ | - not rated | 1,579 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Whitham Sixth Form Burnley Campus , BB10 1JD | - not rated | 1,439 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnley College Princess Way , BB12 0AN | - not rated | 2,894 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| East Lancashire Learning Group Scotland Road , BB9 7YT | - not rated | 3,321 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holly Grove School Burnley Campus, Barden Lane , BB10 1JD | 4out of 4 | 1,439 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Isaac Centre Harrogate Crescent , BB10 2NX | - not rated | 1,457 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnley Primrose Hill School Harrogate Crescent , BB10 2NX | - not rated | 1,509 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Farooq Private School Angle Street , BB10 1LT | - not rated | 2,040 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ridgewood Community High School Eastern Avenue , BB10 2AT | 3out of 4 | 2,047 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lighthouse Christian Centre | 15 Halifax Road, Brierfield | 705 yd | |
| 1955 Kitchen & Bar | Prairie Sports Village, Windermere Avenue | 717 yd | |
| Indulge | 19 Railway Street, Brierfield | 730 yd | |
| Brierfield Action In The Community | 1-3 Colne Road, Brierfield | 748 yd | |
| The Leisure Box | Northlight, Glen Way | 808 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brierfield WMC | Walter Street Working Mens Club, Walter Street | 559 yd | |
| Prairie Public House | Keswick Road, Burnley | 1,032 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baksh's Indian Kitchen | 49 Burnley Road, Brierfield | 295 yd | |
| Dixy Chicken | Unit 2, Cinema House | 507 yd | |
| Curry Munchers Ltd | 3 Burnley Road, Brierfield | 666 yd | |
| Mamas | 3 Railway Street, Brierfield | 703 yd | |
| Rau Senh | 6 Colne Road, Brierfield | 731 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al Madina Cash & Carry Limited | 14 Railway Street, Brierfield | 703 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Oaks Leisure Club COLNE ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 250 yd |
| Burnley Rufc HOLDEN ROAD | grass pitches | 321 yd |
| Walter Street Playing Field (Closed) Walter Street | grass pitches | 490 yd |
| Heyhead Park (Closed) Park Lane | tennis courts | 707 yd |
| Prairie Sports Village WINDERMERE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, golf, grass pitches | 715 yd |
| Bodies In Motion COLNE ROAD | health and fitness suite | 819 yd |
| Brierfield Methodist Church Colne Road | 843 yd | |
| The Leisure Box NORTHLIGHT NORTHLIGHT GLEN WAY | artificial grass pitch | 851 yd |
| Benthead Playing Field (Closed) Mansfield Cresent | grass pitches | 938 yd |
| John Bradley Playing Fields Off Higher Reedley Road | grass pitches | 992 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 197.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.