Gilbert Street is in Rawtenstall, Rossendale and in Rossendale district. BB4 7JP is located in the Hareholme & Waterfoot 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 Gilbert Street, Rawtenstall, Rossendale, BB4 7JP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB4 7JR, BB4 7AP, BB4 7JX, BB4 7JJ, BB4 7JY, BB4 7JZ, BB4 7JA, BB4 7UG, BB4 7JH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BB4 7JP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 48.6% | 49.1% | 0.5% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 51.4% | 50.9% | -0.5% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 | 33.7% | 34.4% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -3.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40% | 35.5% | -4.5% | 44.2% | -8.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 6.5% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 4.3% |
| Divorced | 14.7% | 16.1% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 7.0% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 5.4% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 32.3% | 33.3% | 1.0% | 48.4% | -15.1% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 34.7% | 2.0% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 25.5% | 16.7% | -8.8% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 8.6% | 13% | 4.4% | 4.0% | 9.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 2.3% | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 7JP this area, 28.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.8% | 28.6% | -8.2% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 14.1% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 4.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 11.9% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 5.4% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.4% | 15.1% | 7.7% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 22.2% | 4.8% | 33.8% | -11.6% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.7% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 1.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| White | 98.6% | 95.8% | -2.8% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 92.6% 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 | 98.6% | 92.6% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 2.3% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 92.6% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 9.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.5% | 6.5% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.5% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.7% | 76.7% | -11.0% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 29.6% | 13.5% | 16.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.4% | 37.2% | 5.2% |
| Christian | 46.5% | 46.2% | 0.3% |
| Buddhist | 3.7% | 0.5% | 3.2% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6% | 6.0% | 0.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gilbert Street was 132.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 119.4% higher than the Britannia & Lee Mill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Gilbert Street has the 13th highest crime rate of 41 local areas in Britannia & Lee Mill and the 53rd highest crime rate of 224 local areas in Rossendale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Gilbert Street, Rossendale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £81,000 | 2025-08-29 | £80,226 |
| 4 Gilbert Street, Rossendale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2023-02-24 | £87,484 |
| 2 Gilbert Street, Rossendale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £35,500 | 2018-08-07 | £53,508 |
| 6 Gilbert Street, Rossendale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £65,250 | 2015-10-01 | £113,531 |
| 8 Gilbert Street, Rossendale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £67,500 | 2015-09-10 | £118,640 |
The percentage of retired residents living in BB4 7JP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 15 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Education | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staghills Nursery School Top Barn Lane , Newchurch BB4 7UE | 4out of 4 | 507 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Nursery School Cedar Avenue , Haslingden BB4 5NH | 3out of 4 | 3,880 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacup Nursery School Cowtoot Lane , OL13 8EF | 4out of 4 | 4,880 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rawtenstall Newchurch Church of England Primary School Dark Lane , Newchurch BB4 7UA | - not rated | 428 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cloughfold Primary School Peel Street , Cloughfold BB4 7LJ | - not rated | 594 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Newchurch St Peter's Road , Newchurch BB4 9EZ | - not rated | 728 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterfoot Primary School Wolfenden Green , Waterfoot BB4 9DA | 3out of 4 | 1,392 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Church of England Primary School Ashworth Road , Waterfoot BB4 9JE | 3out of 4 | 1,438 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School Glen Road , BB4 7BJ | 1out of 4 | 1,200 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School Glen Road , Waterfoot BB4 7BJ | - not rated | 1,200 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School Glen Road , Waterfoot BB4 7BJ | - not rated | 1,200 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fearns Community Sports College Fearns Moss , OL13 0TG | - not rated | 1,735 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Valley Leadership Academy Fearns Moss , OL13 0TG | 2out of 4 | 1,735 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rossendale Education Centre Baltic House , 30 Burnley Road East BB4 9LB | - not rated | 1,722 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Leabrook School Burnley Road , Rawtenstall BB4 8HY | - not rated | 2,587 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont Special School Haslingden Road , BB4 6RX | - not rated | 2,708 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Belmont School Haslingden Road , Rawtenstall BB4 6RX | - not rated | 2,708 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rawtenstall Cribden House Community Special School Haslingden Road , Rawtenstall BB4 6RX | 4out of 4 | 2,861 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rossendale Valley Riding Club Cafe | Cloughfold Playground And Recreation Area, Hareholme Lane | 433 yd | |
| Horse & Bamboo | Victoria Works, 679 Bacup Road | 695 yd | |
| Connections Cafe | Horse And Bamboo Theatre, 679 Bacup Road | 727 yd | |
| Frankie May's Cafe | 39 Burnley Road East, Waterfoot | 834 yd | |
| The New Millenium Theatre | 69 Burnley Road East, Waterfoot | 892 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cloughfold Conservative Club | 276 Bacup Road, Rawtenstall | 473 yd | |
| Palatine Club | Bacup Road, Rawtenstall | 695 yd | |
| Red Lion | 437 Newchurch Road, Rawtenstall | 737 yd | |
| The Boars Head | Boars Head, 69 Church Street | 780 yd | |
| Newchurch & Dist.Conservative | 40 Burnley Road East, Waterfoot | 813 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jasmine House | 26 Top Barn Lane, Newchurch | 458 yd | |
| The Cottage | 242 Bacup Road, Rawtenstall | 473 yd | |
| Ross Chippy | 681 Bacup Road, Rawtenstall | 695 yd | |
| Hong Kong | 46 Burnley Road East, Waterfoot | 813 yd | |
| Jojo's | 24 Burnley Road East, Waterfoot | 813 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Op Late Shop | 695-699 Bacup Road, Waterfoot | 778 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| T1 Health & Fitness Club MYRTLE GROVE MILL MYRTLE GROVE MILL LENCH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 94 yd |
| Newchurch C Of E Primary School DARK LANE | grass pitches | 428 yd |
| Rossendale United Football Club (Closed) Dark Lane | grass pitches | 607 yd |
| Marl Pits NEWCHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,060 yd |
| Perform Centre (Closed) Unit 7-11 Unit 7-11 Hugh Business Park | health and fitness suite | 1,090 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 | 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.