Cotton Street is in Padiham, Burnley and in Burnley district. BB12 7AY is located in the Hapton with Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Burnley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cotton Street, Padiham, Burnley, BB12 7AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB12 7BA, BB12 7AZ, BB12 7AX, BB12 7AT, BB12 7AU, BB12 7AJ, BB12 7BD, BB12 7AS, BB12 7AH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BB12 7AY has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.6% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.6% | 56.6% | 5.0% | 51.0% | 5.6% |
| Male | 48.4% | 43.4% | -5.0% | 49.0% | -5.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30% | 40.3% | 10.3% | 37.9% | 2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.4% | 30.3% | -12.1% | 44.2% | -13.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 3.6% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 12.4% | 15.1% | 2.7% | 9.1% | 6.0% |
| Widowed | 11.5% | 10.1% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.4% | 50.4% | 9.0% | 48.4% | 2.0% |
| Good health | 27.3% | 30.1% | 2.8% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 19.9% | 11.5% | -8.4% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 8.6% | 5.6% | -3.0% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 2.4% | -0.3% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 | 36.4% | 19% | -17.4% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 11.2% | 0.1% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18% | 13.7% | -4.3% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 7% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 17.4% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.4% | 29.1% | 16.7% | 33.8% | -4.7% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.5% | -1.2% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.8% | 96.8% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.4% | 95.1% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 95.1% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.1% | 76.7% | 0.4% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.3% | 13.5% | 6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.8% | 37.2% | -0.4% |
| Christian | 58.9% | 46.2% | 12.7% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cotton Street was 167.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 6.1% higher than the Gawthorpe average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cotton Street has the 10th highest crime rate of 31 local areas in Gawthorpe and the 73rd highest crime rate of 302 local areas in Burnley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 66.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 39.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Cotton Street, Burnley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £87,500 | 2024-11-21 | £91,892 |
| 6 Cotton Street, Burnley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2024-05-07 | £94,175 |
| 4 Cotton Street, Burnley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2023-02-10 | £105,469 |
| 13 Cotton Street, Burnley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £70,500 | 2022-11-22 | £74,470 |
| 17 Cotton Street, Burnley, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2022-06-15 | £74,656 |
BB12 7AY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 144 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whitegate Nursery School Victoria Road , Padiham BB12 8TG | 4out of 4 | 928 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rosegrove Nursery School Havelock Street , BB12 6AJ | 4out of 4 | 2,659 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ightenhill Nursery School Lionel Street , BB12 6DY | 4out of 4 | 3,214 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Taywood Nursery Accrington Road , BB11 5AE | 4out of 4 | 3,967 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stoneyholme Nursery School March Street , BB12 0BU | 4out of 4 | 4,944 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Padiham Green Church of England Primary School St Anne's Street , BB12 7AX | 3out of 4 | 148 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Baptist Roman Catholic Primary School, Padiham St John's Road , Padiham BB12 7BN | 3out of 4 | 328 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Padiham St Leonard's Voluntary Aided Church of England Primary School Moor Lane , Padiham BB12 8HT | 3out of 4 | 891 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Padiham Primary School Burnley Road , Padiham BB12 8SJ | 3out of 4 | 954 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hapton Church of England/Methodist Primary School Manchester Road , Hapton BB11 5RF | 3out of 4 | 1,909 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shuttleworth College Burnley Road , Padiham BB12 8ST | 2out of 4 | 1,242 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burnley High School Byron Street , BB12 6NX | 3out of 4 | 1,676 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnley College Princess Way , BB12 0AN | - not rated | 4,854 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Park Hill School Park Hill , Padiham Road BB12 6TG | - not rated | 2,252 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Rose School Greenock Street , BB11 4DT | 3out of 4 | 4,188 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Coal Clough Academy Swindon Street , BB11 4PF | 3out of 4 | 4,226 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Heights Burnley Burleigh Street , BB12 0DU | - not rated | 4,822 yd | Free schools alternative provision | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspire Hub Burnley Chapel Place , Hammerton street BB11 1LE | - not rated | 5,129 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste Delicious | 21 Green Lane, Padiham | 253 yd | |
| Jaipur Restaurant And Takeaway | 90 Burnley Road, Padiham | 492 yd | |
| Mooch Cafe | 87 Burnley Road, Padiham | 557 yd | |
| Memorial Park Café | Knight Hill House, Blackburn Road | 645 yd | |
| Nazareth Unitarian Chapel | Church Street, Padiham | 672 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Inn | 68 Burnley Road, Padiham | 454 yd | |
| Shakespeare Hotel | Wytham Street, Padiham | 488 yd | |
| Flying Dutchman | 89 Burnley Road, Padiham | 539 yd | |
| Hand & Shuttle | Hand And Shuttle, 1 Eccleshill Street | 663 yd | |
| Molly Rigby's | 15-19 Mill Street, Padiham | 675 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daddy's Chicken & Pizza | 88 Burnley Road, Padiham | 488 yd | |
| W.H. Oddie Ltd | 92 Burnley Road, Padiham | 494 yd | |
| PK'S | 125 Burnley Road, Padiham | 530 yd | |
| Taj Gourmet | 133 Burnley Road, Padiham | 539 yd | |
| New Taste | 141 Burnley Road, Padiham | 550 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 10 Wyre Street, Padiham | 847 yd | |
| Lidl | Wyre Street, Padiham | 847 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fennyfold Playing Fields ST. JOHNS ROAD | grass pitches | 366 yd |
| Padiham Leisure Centre Park Road | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 404 yd |
| The Arbories Memorial Sports Ground - Padiham Sports Club ARBORIES MEMORIAL GROUND ARBORIES MEMORIAL GROUND WELL STREET | grass pitches | 849 yd |
| Padiham St Leonards C Of E School ST LEONARDS PRIMARY SCHOOL ST LEONARDS PRIMARY SCHOOL MEADOW STREET | grass pitches | 930 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 | 73.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 100.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.