Dobbin Court is in Rossendale and in Rossendale district. BB4 7PH 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 Dobbin Court, Rossendale, BB4 7PH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB4 7TA, BB4 7PJ, BB4 7TD, BB4 7LJ, BB4 7PT, BB4 7NY, BB4 7LH, BB4 7TE, BB4 7PX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BB4 7PH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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 | 50% | 49.6% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 50% | 50.4% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 27.3% | 27.4% | 0.1% | 37.9% | -10.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41% | 35.4% | -5.6% | 44.2% | -8.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 5.9% | 6.7% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 4.5% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 18.8% | 5.1% | 9.1% | 9.7% |
| Widowed | 12.2% | 10.8% | -1.4% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.3% | 45.9% | 6.6% | 48.4% | -2.5% |
| Good health | 28.2% | 28.2% | 0.0% | 33.6% | -5.4% |
| Fair health | 23.5% | 16.5% | -7.0% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 6.8% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 | 35.6% | 23.7% | -11.9% | 18.2% | 5.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.2% | 11.6% | -0.6% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.1% | 9.8% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 4.5% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 17% | 4.8% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.5% | 31.3% | 10.8% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 2.4% | 2.2% | -0.2% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 4.3% | 2.9% | -1.4% | 1.1% | 1.8% |
| Pakistani | 6% | 9.9% | 3.9% | 2.7% | 7.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.7% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 86.8% | 84.9% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 3.5% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 95.3% | 94.1% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 4.1% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -1.5% |
| 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 | 95.3% | 94.4% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.9% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0.4% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.2% | 76.7% | 3.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.9% | 13.5% | 4.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.3% | 37.2% | -1.9% |
| Christian | 49.8% | 46.2% | 3.6% |
| Muslim | 11.9% | 6.5% | 5.4% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dobbin Court was 80.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 64.1% higher than the Goodshaw & Cribden average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Dobbin Court has the 19th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Goodshaw & Cribden and the 100th highest crime rate of 224 local areas in Rossendale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% 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 Dobbin Court, Rossendale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £144,000 | 2024-08-30 | £141,765 |
| 16 Dobbin Court, Rossendale, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2020-01-17 | £86,286 |
| 7 Dobbin Court, Rossendale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2017-04-12 | £118,390 |
| 16 Dobbin Court, Rossendale, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2013-07-01 | £87,732 |
| 7 Dobbin Court, Rossendale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2011-10-21 | £118,660 |
BB4 7PH 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 BB4 7PH 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%.
| Retired | 69 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 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 | 1,072 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hillside Nursery School Cedar Avenue , Haslingden BB4 5NH | 3out of 4 | 3,148 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacup Nursery School Cowtoot Lane , OL13 8EF | 4out of 4 | 5,387 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,166 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Newchurch St Peter's Road , Newchurch BB4 9EZ | 4out of 4 | 1,196 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School Rawtenstall Haslingden Old Road , Rawtenstall BB4 8RZ | 3out of 4 | 1,363 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rawtenstall St Paul's Church of England Primary School Calder Road , BB4 8HW | 3out of 4 | 1,366 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James-the-Less Roman Catholic Primary School, Rawtenstall Unity Way , Rawtenstall BB4 8SU | 3out of 4 | 1,452 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alder Grange School Calder Road , Rawtenstall BB4 8HW | 3out of 4 | 1,302 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School Glen Road , Waterfoot BB4 7BJ | 4out of 4 | 1,961 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Valley Leadership Academy Fearns Moss , OL13 0TG | 1out of 4 | 2,427 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints' Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy Haslingden Road , Rawtenstall BB4 6SJ | - not rated | 2,482 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haslingden High School and Sixth Form Broadway , Haslingden BB4 4EY | 3out of 4 | 3,661 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont School Haslingden Road , Rawtenstall BB4 6RX | - not rated | 2,017 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Rawtenstall Cribden House Community Special School Haslingden Road , Rawtenstall BB4 6RX | 4out of 4 | 2,233 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley College Clod Lane , BB4 6LR | - not rated | 3,033 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tor View School Clod Lane , Haslingden BB4 6LR | 4out of 4 | 3,061 yd | Academy special converter | No | 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 | 420 yd | |
| Marl Pits Swimming Baths | Marl Pits Swimming Pool, Newchurch Road | 421 yd | |
| Casa Tapas | 93-95 Bacup Road, Rawtenstall | 650 yd | |
| Jacksons Bar | 32 Bacup Road, Rawtenstall | 912 yd | |
| North Street Restaurant | North Street Indian Restaurant, North Street | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cloughfold Conservative Club | 276 Bacup Road, Rawtenstall | 235 yd | |
| Red Lion | 437 Newchurch Road, Rawtenstall | 376 yd | |
| Rossendale Sports Club | Newchurch Road, Rawtenstall | 421 yd | |
| The Guzzling Pig | 30 Kay Street, Rawtenstall | 927 yd | |
| Northern Whisper Brewing Co. Ltd | 18 Newchurch Road, Rawtenstall | 971 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cottage | 242 Bacup Road, Rawtenstall | 235 yd | |
| Star Of India | 239 Bacup Road, Rawtenstall | 289 yd | |
| Lucky House | 221 Bacup Road, Rawtenstall | 289 yd | |
| Xeenaz Kebab And Pizza | 83 Bacup Road, Rawtenstall | 650 yd | |
| Kays Fish And Chips | 91 Bacup Road, Rawtenstall | 650 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marl Pits NEWCHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 468 yd |
| Marl Pits Track Newchurch Road | athletics tracks | 501 yd |
| Marl Pits Leisure Centre NEWCHURCH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 565 yd |
| T1 Health & Fitness Club MYRTLE GROVE MILL MYRTLE GROVE MILL LENCH ROAD | health and fitness suite | 686 yd |
| Rawtenstall Cricket Club WORSWICK GREEN | grass pitches | 768 yd |
| Golf Rossendale Driving Range And Academy GOLF ROSSENDALE DRIVING RANGE GOLF ROSSENDALE DRIVING RANGE NEWCHURCH ROAD | golf | 941 yd |
| Kay Street Baptist Church KAY STREET | 976 yd | |
| Newchurch C Of E Primary School DARK LANE | grass pitches | 1,062 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% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 184.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.