Gregory Fold is in Helmshore, Rossendale and in Rossendale district. BB4 4JW is located in the Helmshore electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rossendale and Darwen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Gregory Fold, Helmshore, Rossendale, BB4 4JW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB4 4JN, BB4 4LA, BB4 4JH, BB4 4LB, BB4 4JP, BB4 4JQ, BB4 4LJ, BB4 4JE, BB4 4JL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BB4 4JW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 51.6% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 0.6% |
| Male | 49.6% | 48.4% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -0.6% |
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 BB4 4JW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.4% 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 | 16.3% | 24.9% | 8.6% | 37.9% | -13.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 68.8% | 60.4% | -8.4% | 44.2% | 16.2% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 3.8% | 5.5% | 1.7% | 9.1% | -3.6% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 9.2% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.2% | 47.6% | 2.4% | 48.4% | -0.8% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 30.7% | -3.6% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 15.4% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 4.7% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 | 17.3% | 15.5% | -1.8% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 9.6% | -1.0% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.3% | 14.2% | -4.1% | 13.4% | 0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 9.1% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 16% | 4.9% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.1% | 33.3% | -1.8% | 33.8% | -0.5% |
| Other | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.3% 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 | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| White | 98.8% | 95.3% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 13.9% |
In this area, 98.4% 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% | 98.4% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 98.4% | 0.8% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.2% | 76.7% | 13.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 8.6% | 13.5% | -4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.8% | 37.2% | -8.4% |
| Christian | 65.4% | 46.2% | 19.2% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gregory Fold was 17.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.5% lower than the Helmshore average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gregory Fold has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Helmshore and the 10th lowest crime rate of 224 local areas in Rossendale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Gregory Fold, Rossendale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £262,000 | 2024-10-18 | £254,966 |
| 39 Gregory Fold, Rossendale, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £262,000 | 2021-09-08 | £305,617 |
| 3 Gregory Fold, Rossendale, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2021-06-16 | £582,579 |
| Gregory Fold Barn Gregory Fold, Rossendale, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £12,000 | 2021-04-01 | £13,153 |
| 1 Gregory Fold, Rossendale, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £12,000 | 2021-04-01 | £13,153 |
BB4 4JW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 BB4 4JW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 46% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 66 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Education | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Nursery School Cedar Avenue , Haslingden BB4 5NH | 3out of 4 | 2,222 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helmshore Primary School Gregory Fold , Helmshore BB4 4JW | 4out of 4 | 179 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Veronica's Roman Catholic Primary School, Helmshore Raven Avenue , Helmshore BB4 4EZ | 4out of 4 | 495 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haslingden Broadway Primary School Broadway , Haslingden BB4 4EH | 4out of 4 | 1,088 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haslingden Primary School Ryefield Avenue , Haslingden BB4 4BJ | 3out of 4 | 1,668 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Haslingden Lime Road , Haslingden BB4 5NP | 4out of 4 | 2,111 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haslingden High School and Sixth Form Broadway , Haslingden BB4 4EY | 3out of 4 | 942 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy Haslingden Road , Rawtenstall BB4 6SJ | - not rated | 2,136 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alder Grange School Calder Road , Rawtenstall BB4 8HW | 3out of 4 | 4,275 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tor View School Clod Lane , Haslingden BB4 6LR | 4out of 4 | 1,520 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley College Clod Lane , BB4 6LR | - not rated | 1,585 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rawtenstall Cribden House Community Special School Haslingden Road , Rawtenstall BB4 6RX | 4out of 4 | 2,373 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont School Haslingden Road , Rawtenstall BB4 6RX | - not rated | 2,698 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Lower Pastures Broadhead Road , BB3 3QP | - not rated | 5,387 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Refectory | St Thomass Hall, Rhodes Avenue | 253 yd | |
| The Loom Cafe Bar | Loom Cafe Bar, Park Mill | 446 yd | |
| The Mill Cafe | Helmshore Mills Textile Museum, Holcombe Road | 448 yd | |
| The Cotton House | 533 Helmshore Road, Helmshore | 541 yd | |
| Ninja Coffee The Adrenaline Centre | Haslingden Sports Centre, Helmshore Road | 656 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Station Hotel | 505 Helmshore Road, Helmshore | 231 yd | |
| The Robin Hood Inn | Robin Hood Inn, 280 Holcombe Road | 448 yd | |
| Sunnybank Social Club | Helmshore Road, Helmshore | 540 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rabs Fish And Chips | 1 Broadway Crescent, Haslingden | 338 yd | |
| Flaxmoss Chippy | 275A Helmshore Road, Haslingden | 741 yd | |
| Relish | 261 Helmshore Road, Haslingden | 741 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Veronicas Rc Primary School Raven Avenue | grass pitches | 403 yd |
| Adrenaline Centre HELMSHORE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, tennis courts | 655 yd |
| Helmshore Park THE BUNGALOW THE BUNGALOW HOLME VALE | grass pitches | 745 yd |
| Haslingden High School BROADWAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 839 yd |
| Hv Fitness Suite (Closed) Holcombe Road | health and fitness suite | 986 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 | 59.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 40.5% |
| 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 | 78.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 78.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.97 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.97 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.01 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.