The Bridle Path is in Salterforth, Barnoldswick and in Pendle district. BB18 5TY is located in the Earby & Coates electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pendle. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Bridle Path, Salterforth, Barnoldswick, BB18 5TY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB18 5TX, BB18 5TU, BB18 5TL, BB18 5TZ, BB18 5TN, BB18 5TF, BB18 5TQ, BB18 5BR, BB18 5TE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BB18 5TY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 50.7% | -0.8% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 48.5% | 49.3% | 0.8% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 BB18 5TY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.7% 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 | 16.4% | 24.5% | 8.1% | 37.9% | -13.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 70.1% | 58.7% | -11.4% | 44.2% | 14.5% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 7.1% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -2.0% |
| Widowed | 5.8% | 8.3% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 (85.5%) 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 | 41.4% | 54.8% | 13.4% | 48.4% | 6.4% |
| Good health | 38.2% | 30.7% | -7.5% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 11.9% | -5.6% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.4% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 | 26.6% | 16.1% | -10.5% | 18.2% | -2.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 8.7% | 0.7% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 13.6% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.4% | 9.4% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 20.7% | 10.1% | 16.9% | 3.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.4% | 29.2% | 1.8% | 33.8% | -4.6% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.3% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.7% | 100% | 2.3% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 97.4% | 96.7% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 96.7% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0.5% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.8% | 76.7% | 14.1% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North Africa | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.8% | 37.2% | -1.4% |
| Christian | 60.9% | 46.2% | 14.7% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Bridle Path was 39.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.9% lower than the Earby & Coates average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Bridle Path has the 6th lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Earby & Coates and the 63rd lowest crime rate of 298 local areas in Pendle .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 51.0%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 The Bridle Path, Barnoldswick, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £435,000 | 2023-10-27 | £475,707 |
| 7 The Bridle Path, Barnoldswick, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2023-09-26 | £139,036 |
| Slochd House, 6 The Bridle Path, Barnoldswick, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2019-07-24 | £392,130 |
| 5 The Bridle Path, Barnoldswick, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2017-09-11 | £153,969 |
| 9 The Bridle Path, Barnoldswick, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £24,500 | 1996-11-29 | £111,984 |
BB18 5TY area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BB18 5TY 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in BB18 5TY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 158 |
| Full-Time Employee | 130 |
| Self-Employed | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salterforth Primary School Cross Lane , Salterforth BB18 5UD | 3out of 4 | 118 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnoldswick Church of England Controlled Primary School Kelbrook Road , BB18 5TB | 3out of 4 | 1,216 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Kelbrook Primary School School Street , Kelbrook BB18 6UD | 3out of 4 | 1,771 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coates Lane Primary School Kirkstall Drive , BB18 6EZ | 3out of 4 | 1,903 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Gisburn Road Community Primary School Gisburn Road , BB18 5LS | 3out of 4 | 2,044 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 1,043 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Park High School Venables Avenue , BB8 7DP | 3out of 4 | 5,202 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 | 1,654 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sue's Pantry | West Craven Sports Centre, Kelbrook Road | 951 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Inn | 18 Salterforth Lane, Salterforth | 304 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Salterforth Playing Fields SALTERFORTH LANE | grass pitches | 198 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.