Market Place is in Clitheroe and in Ribble Valley district. BB7 2BZ is located in the St Mary's electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ribble Valley. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Market Place, Clitheroe, BB7 2BZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB7 2DA, BB7 2EP, BB7 2EL, BB7 2DD, BB7 1AS, BB7 2DP, BB7 1AA, BB7 2BX, BB7 2DG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BB7 2BZ has a slightly higher male population, with 52.8% 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 | 50.6% | 47.2% | -3.4% | 51.0% | -3.8% |
| Male | 49.4% | 52.8% | 3.4% | 49.0% | 3.8% |
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 | 29.4% | 36.3% | 6.9% | 37.9% | -1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.8% | 37.3% | -10.5% | 44.2% | -6.9% |
| Separated | 4.5% | 2.6% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 13.5% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 9% | 10.4% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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 | 56.4% | 51.2% | -5.2% | 48.4% | 2.8% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 29.8% | -1.3% | 33.6% | -3.8% |
| Fair health | 8.2% | 14.4% | 6.2% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 4.2% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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.
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 45.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.4% | 11.4% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10% | 7.3% | -2.7% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 14.5% | -0.9% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 7.8% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 13.5% | -1.9% | 16.9% | -3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 35.3% | 45.1% | 9.8% | 33.8% | 11.3% |
| Other | 3.5% | 0.5% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -2.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 100% | 99.5% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 96.5% | 95.8% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.3% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 95.8% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.6% | 76.7% | 15.9% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Other Europe | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 5.1% | 13.5% | -8.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.2% | 37.2% | -2.0% |
| Christian | 59.7% | 46.2% | 13.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Market Place was 195.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 110.9% higher than the Littlemoor average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Market Place has the 3rd highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Littlemoor and the 10th highest crime rate of 200 local areas in Ribble Valley .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 74.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 53.4%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Market Place, Clitheroe, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £122,000 | 2002-11-29 | £322,995 |
| 3 Market Place, Clitheroe, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 1998-12-31 | £344,885 |
| 9 Market Place, Clitheroe, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 1995-01-04 | £547,004 |
BB7 2BZ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
BB7 2BZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 67 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ribblesdale Nursery School Queens Road , BB7 1EL | 3out of 4 | 616 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael and St John's Roman Catholic Primary School, Clitheroe Lowergate , BB7 1AG | 3out of 4 | 348 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clitheroe Pendle Primary School Princess Avenue , BB7 2AL | 4out of 4 | 606 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Primary School, Clitheroe Greenacre Street , BB7 1ED | 3out of 4 | 718 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clitheroe Brookside Primary School Bright Street , BB7 1NW | 2out of 4 | 725 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edisford Primary School Edisford Road , BB7 2LN | 4out of 4 | 1,056 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clitheroe Royal Grammar School York Street , BB7 2DJ | 4out of 4 | 359 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ribblesdale High School Queens Road , BB7 1EJ | 3out of 4 | 761 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorland School Limited Ribblesdale Avenue , BB7 2JA | - not rated | 1,109 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESC.CC - Escape Coffee & Cocktails | 10 Market Place | 39 yd | |
| Clitheroe Health Shop and The Secret Garden | 3 New Market Street | 89 yd | |
| Colborne House Cafe | Colborne House, Wellgate | 94 yd | |
| Exchange Coffee Company Ltd. | 24 Wellgate | 94 yd | |
| Brioche | 8-10 Wellgate | 94 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Lion Hotel | 11 Market Place | 2 yd | |
| The Ale House | 12-14 Market Place | 39 yd | |
| So Bar | 1b King Street | 70 yd | |
| The Beer Shack | 22-24 King Street | 76 yd | |
| The Dog Music & Sports Bar | 3 Wellgate | 82 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CJ's Sandwich Shop | 1 Church Street | 88 yd | |
| The Canton Chef Limited | 3 Church Street | 88 yd | |
| Romeros Pizza | 35 Wellgate | 94 yd | |
| The Authentic Asian Street Food Stall | Cabin 31 & 32, Clitheroe Market | 120 yd | |
| Fenners Bakes | Cabin 20, Clitheroe Market, New Market Street | 189 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Stores Ltd, Waterloo Road | 222 yd | |
| E H Booth & Co Ltd | Booths Supermarket, Station Road | 227 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Plc, Moor Lane | 290 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl, Shawbridge Street | 415 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lee Carter Leisure (Closed) Lowergate | health and fitness suite | 145 yd |
| St. Michaels & St. Johns Rc Primary School LOWERGATE | grass pitches | 277 yd |
| Clitheroe Fc MEARLEY SYKE | grass pitches | 438 yd |
| Clitheroe Castle (Closed) Eshton Terrace | grass pitches | 551 yd |
| St James' C Of E Primary School GREENACRE STREET | grass pitches | 714 yd |
| Ribblesdale High School And Technology College QUEENS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 729 yd |
| Clitheroe Cricket Club CHATBURN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 740 yd |
| Clitheroe Leisure CHATBURN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 786 yd |
| Ribblesdale Wanderers Cricket And Bowling Club Brownlow Street | grass pitches | 912 yd |
| Clitheroe Rfc NORTHCOTE NORTHCOTE LITTLEMOOR ROAD | grass pitches | 1,068 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 48.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.33 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.33 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.