Meadow Street is in Barnoldswick and in Pendle district. BB18 5LF is located in the Barnoldswick electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pendle. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Meadow Street, Barnoldswick, BB18 5LF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB18 5LQ, BB18 5LD, BB18 5LB, BB18 5AS, BB18 5LG, BB18 5JZ, BB18 5JX, BB18 5LH, BB18 5LE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BB18 5LF has a slightly higher male population, with 52% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 48% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -3.0% |
| Male | 49.3% | 52% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 3.0% |
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 | 32.8% | 38.3% | 5.5% | 37.9% | 0.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.8% | 46% | -4.8% | 44.2% | 1.8% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 3.4% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 8% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 4.2% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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 (88.8%) 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 | 54.1% | 55.3% | 1.2% | 48.4% | 6.9% |
| Good health | 33% | 33.5% | 0.5% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 9.9% | 9% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -3.7% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 20.4% | 13.5% | -6.9% | 18.2% | -4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 11.2% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 14.2% | -3.0% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.4% | 8.5% | 0.1% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 19.6% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.2% | 30% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -3.8% |
| Other | 3.2% | 3.1% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 3.7% | 2.5% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 94.9% | 93.5% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 12.1% |
| Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 95.2% | 96.3% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 96.3% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.4% | 0.3% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.1% | 76.7% | 13.4% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 8.7% | 13.5% | -4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.6% | 37.2% | 9.4% |
| Christian | 45% | 46.2% | -1.2% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Sikh | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.8% | 6.0% | -3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Meadow Street was 18.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.3% lower than the Barnoldswick average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Meadow Street has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 39 local areas in Barnoldswick and the 17th lowest crime rate of 298 local areas in Pendle .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Meadow Street, Barnoldswick, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2006-05-12 | £208,651 |
| 5 Meadow Street, Barnoldswick, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2005-06-10 | £132,237 |
| 5 Meadow Street, Barnoldswick, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2000-06-16 | £274,091 |
| 3 Meadow Street, Barnoldswick, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £30,500 | 1996-08-02 | £153,263 |
BB18 5LF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 47 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 20 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Barnoldswick West Close Road , BB18 5EN | 3out of 4 | 561 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gisburn Road Community Primary School Gisburn Road , BB18 5LS | 3out of 4 | 756 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Coates Lane Primary School Kirkstall Drive , BB18 6EZ | 3out of 4 | 1,429 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnoldswick Church of England Controlled Primary School Kelbrook Road , BB18 5TB | 3out of 4 | 1,579 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Salterforth Primary School Cross Lane , Salterforth BB18 5UD | 3out of 4 | 2,851 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Craven High School Kelbrook Road , BB18 5TB | 3out of 4 | 1,749 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Alternative School The Old Library , Fernlea Avenue BB18 5DW | - not rated | 1,141 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Craven Warriors ARLFC | Cricket Ground, Victory Park | 448 yd | |
| Barlick Raj Balti | 5-7 Station Road, Barnoldswick | 930 yd | |
| Cafe M | Unit 1 To 2A, Majestic Buildings | 1,004 yd | |
| Cafe On The Square Ltd | 21 Albert Road, Barnoldswick | 1,004 yd | |
| Peking House | 2 Church Street, Barnoldswick | 1,007 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The George And Dragon | 217 Gisburn Road, Barnoldswick | 111 yd | |
| Barnoldswick Cricket Club | Cricket Ground, Victory Park | 448 yd | |
| Barnoldswick Town F C | Football Club, West Close Road | 555 yd | |
| Barnoldswick Conservative Club | Conservative Club, Station Road | 963 yd | |
| Barnoldswick WMC | Barnoldswick Working Mens Club, Green Street | 968 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mario's | 55-57 Gisburn Road, Barnoldswick | 517 yd | |
| Albert Road Fisheries | 19 Albert Road, Barnoldswick | 1,004 yd | |
| Barlic Bites | Unit 7, Majestic Buildings | 1,004 yd | |
| Usmaniyah Indian Takeaway | Unit 6, Majestic Buildings | 1,004 yd | |
| Yum Yums | 17 Church Street, Barnoldswick | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd (Bolton) | Aldi Stores Limited, 1 Crownest Road | 678 yd | |
| Co-op | Crs Limited, Wellhouse Road | 927 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Victory Park Westclose Road | grass pitches | 408 yd |
| St Joseph'S Catholic Primary School (Barnoldswick) WEST CLOSE ROAD | grass pitches | 455 yd |
| Silentnight Beds Stadium BRIDGE HOLME LAITHE BRIDGE HOLME LAITHE GREENBERFIELD LANE | grass pitches | 756 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.