Main Street is in Kelbrook, Barnoldswick and in Pendle district. BB18 6TJ 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 Main Street, Kelbrook, Barnoldswick, BB18 6TJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB18 6TH, BB18 6UB, BB18 6TF, BB18 6UA, BB18 6TG, BB18 6TP, BB18 6TR, BB18 6TZ, BB18 6TE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BB18 6TJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 51% | 0.5% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 49.5% | 49% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 30% | 29.6% | -0.4% | 37.9% | -8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.3% | 44.6% | -3.7% | 44.2% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 3.8% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 12.4% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 3.3% |
| Widowed | 7.4% | 9.7% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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 (86.2%) 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 | 51.3% | 50.7% | -0.6% | 48.4% | 2.3% |
| Good health | 29.2% | 35.5% | 6.3% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 8.5% | -7.7% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 5.2% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 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 | 23% | 15.5% | -7.5% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 8% | -8.1% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 13.9% | -4.8% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 9.6% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.1% | 19.8% | 3.7% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.5% | 31.6% | 15.1% | 33.8% | -2.2% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.6% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
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 | 5.8% | 0% | -5.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 93.9% | 100% | 6.1% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 98.1% 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 | 96.4% | 98.1% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 98.1% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 14.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 1% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 11.4% | 13.5% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.8% | 37.2% | -2.4% |
| Christian | 59.5% | 46.2% | 13.3% |
| Not answered | 5.7% | 6.0% | -0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Main Street was 32.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.4% lower than the Earby & Coates average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Main Street has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Earby & Coates and the 44th lowest crime rate of 298 local areas in Pendle .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -81.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Main Street, Barnoldswick, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2024-07-23 | £206,432 |
| 14 Main Street, Barnoldswick, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2024-03-01 | £216,595 |
| 16 Main Street, Barnoldswick, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2023-12-20 | £203,083 |
| 16 Main Street, Barnoldswick, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2023-10-06 | £142,165 |
| 6 Main Street, Barnoldswick, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2023-06-16 | £211,636 |
BB18 6TJ 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 6TJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 60 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Education | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newtown Nursery School West Street , BB8 0HP | 3out of 4 | 5,194 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelbrook Primary School School Street , Kelbrook BB18 6UD | 3out of 4 | 204 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Salterforth Primary School Cross Lane , Salterforth BB18 5UD | 3out of 4 | 1,562 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Earby Springfield Primary School Bailey Street , Earby BB18 6SJ | 3out of 4 | 2,113 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barnoldswick Church of England Controlled Primary School Kelbrook Road , BB18 5TB | 3out of 4 | 2,809 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Coates Lane Primary School Kirkstall Drive , BB18 6EZ | 3out of 4 | 3,252 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 | 2,664 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Park High School Venables Avenue , BB8 7DP | 3out of 4 | 4,192 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 | 3,268 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Craven Heifer Inn | 400 Colne Road, Kelbrook | 110 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kelbrook Fisheries | 401 Colne Road, Kelbrook | 136 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kelbrook Primary School (Closed) School Street | grass pitches | 207 yd |
| Sough Park Colne Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 998 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.