Sunny Bank Close is in Helmshore, Rossendale and in Rossendale district. BB4 4PS is located in the Helmshore electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rossendale and Darwen. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sunny Bank Close, Helmshore, Rossendale, BB4 4PS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB4 4NH, BB4 4LQ, BB4 4LX, BB4 4FE, BB4 4LR, BB4 4NG, BB4 4AB, BB4 4LG, BB4 4NZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BB4 4PS has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 51.2% | 50% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 48.8% | 50% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 | 32.3% | 32.5% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -5.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.5% | 50.4% | 5.9% | 44.2% | 6.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 2.3% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 8% | -4.6% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 5.7% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -0.4% |
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 (88.3%) 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 | 46.2% | 59.4% | 13.2% | 48.4% | 11.0% |
| Good health | 41.5% | 28.9% | -12.6% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 8.7% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -4.0% |
| Bad health | 1.7% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
In the area around BB4 4PS this area, 8.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 45.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.1% | 8.8% | -7.3% | 18.2% | -9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 6.3% | -5.1% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.8% | 9.1% | -4.7% | 13.4% | -4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 4.6% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.9% | 24.5% | 7.6% | 16.9% | 7.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.4% | 45.9% | 10.5% | 33.8% | 12.1% |
| Other | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| White | 99.3% | 93.3% | -6.0% | 81.4% | 11.9% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 97.7% | 96.9% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 96.9% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 9.8% | -6.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0.2% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.6% | 76.7% | 14.9% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 7% | 13.5% | -6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.3% | 37.2% | 8.1% |
| Christian | 50.2% | 46.2% | 4.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 1.8% | 6.5% | -4.7% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2% | 6.0% | -4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sunny Bank Close was 16.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.3% lower than the Helmshore average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Sunny Bank Close has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 19 local areas in Helmshore and the 9th lowest crime rate of 224 local areas in Rossendale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 12.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Sunny Bank Close, Rossendale, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2024-11-21 | £273,720 |
| 5 Sunny Bank Close, Rossendale, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-11-11 | £157,136 |
| 13 Sunny Bank Close, Rossendale, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2024-08-30 | £242,326 |
| 12 Sunny Bank Close, Rossendale, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £259,950 | 2024-08-27 | £257,113 |
| 2 Sunny Bank Close, Rossendale, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2022-04-29 | £311,074 |
BB4 4PS 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 | 175 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Education | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance 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 | 2,738 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 | 572 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Veronica's Roman Catholic Primary School, Helmshore Raven Avenue , Helmshore BB4 4EZ | 4out of 4 | 662 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haslingden Broadway Primary School Broadway , Haslingden BB4 4EH | 4out of 4 | 1,358 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haslingden Primary School Ryefield Avenue , Haslingden BB4 4BJ | 3out of 4 | 2,224 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edenfield Church of England Primary School Market Street , Edenfield BL0 0HL | 3out of 4 | 2,385 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 1,135 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy Haslingden Road , Rawtenstall BB4 6SJ | - not rated | 2,485 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alder Grange School Calder Road , Rawtenstall BB4 8HW | 3out of 4 | 4,647 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 | 1,729 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley College Clod Lane , BB4 6LR | - not rated | 1,752 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 | 2,702 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont School Haslingden Road , Rawtenstall BB4 6RX | - not rated | 3,056 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Rossendale School Bamford Road , Ramsbottom BL0 0RT | - not rated | 5,380 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 Cotton House | 533 Helmshore Road, Helmshore | 110 yd | |
| Village Stores Limited | 414 Holcombe Road, Helmshore | 143 yd | |
| The Refectory | St Thomass Hall, Rhodes Avenue | 403 yd | |
| The Loom Cafe Bar | Loom Cafe Bar, Park Mill | 573 yd | |
| The Mill Cafe | Helmshore Mills Textile Museum, Holcombe Road | 716 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunnybank Social Club | Helmshore Road, Helmshore | 110 yd | |
| Station Hotel | 505 Helmshore Road, Helmshore | 472 yd | |
| The Robin Hood Inn | Robin Hood Inn, 280 Holcombe Road | 716 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rabs Fish And Chips | 1 Broadway Crescent, Haslingden | 809 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Helmshore Park THE BUNGALOW THE BUNGALOW HOLME VALE | grass pitches | 226 yd |
| St Veronicas Rc Primary School Raven Avenue | grass pitches | 611 yd |
| Haslingden High School BROADWAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,060 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 | 56.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.48 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.48 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.