Oak Street is in Colne and in Pendle district. BB8 0BA is located in the Boulsworth & Foulridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pendle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Oak Street, Colne, BB8 0BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB8 0BE, BB8 0QZ, BB8 7DQ, BB8 7DG, BB8 7RB, BB8 7DF, BB8 7DL, BB8 0BG, BB8 0BD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BB8 0BA has a slightly higher male population, with 52.7% 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 | 52.5% | 47.3% | -5.2% | 51.0% | -3.7% |
| Male | 47.5% | 52.7% | 5.2% | 49.0% | 3.7% |
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 | 24.9% | 28.4% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -9.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25.7% | 34.4% | 8.7% | 44.2% | -9.8% |
| Separated | 4.6% | 1.4% | -3.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 17% | 15.1% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 6.0% |
| Widowed | 27.8% | 20.6% | -7.2% | 6.1% | 14.5% |
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 (53.7%) 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 | 20.8% | 28.5% | 7.7% | 48.4% | -19.9% |
| Good health | 29.4% | 25.2% | -4.2% | 33.6% | -8.4% |
| Fair health | 32.5% | 31.8% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 19.1% |
| Bad health | 12.5% | 9.9% | -2.6% | 4.0% | 5.9% |
| Very bad health | 4.7% | 4.5% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 3.3% |
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 BB8 0BA this area, 38.6% 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 11.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 50.6% | 38.6% | -12.0% | 18.2% | 20.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.5% | 16.4% | 8.9% | 9.6% | 6.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.4% | 8.6% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -4.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 10.5% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6.2% | 10.9% | 4.7% | 16.9% | -6.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.7% | 11.8% | -1.9% | 33.8% | -22.0% |
| Other | 5.4% | 3.2% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.9% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.6% | 97.9% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 16.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 96.9% | 96.7% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 0.4% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.5% | 96.3% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.4% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.8% | 76.7% | -17.9% |
| North Africa | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 39.9% | 13.5% | 26.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.5% | 37.2% | 2.3% |
| Christian | 48.1% | 46.2% | 1.9% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 9.9% | 6.0% | 3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Oak Street was 190.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 280.9% higher than the Boulsworth & Foulridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Oak Street has the 10th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Boulsworth & Foulridge and the 41st highest crime rate of 297 local areas in Pendle .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 87.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about -1.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 116 Oak Street, Colne, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2024-05-30 | £83,381 |
| 116 Oak Street, Colne, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2024-03-05 | £78,822 |
| 84 Oak Street, Colne, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £53,000 | 2023-09-25 | £60,910 |
| 84 Oak Street, Colne, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2023-07-12 | £57,399 |
| 89 Oak Street, Colne, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £59,500 | 2023-03-30 | £68,981 |
The percentage of retired residents living in BB8 0BA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 53% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 116 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Human health and social work activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newtown Nursery School West Street , BB8 0HP | 3out of 4 | 748 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton Lane Nursery School Walton Lane , BB9 8BP | 4out of 4 | 3,309 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradley Nursery School Bradley Road East , BB9 7QH | 3out of 4 | 4,715 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| McMillan Nursery School Railway Street , BB9 9AG | 3out of 4 | 5,195 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Primary School Rutland Street , BB8 0QJ | 3out of 4 | 360 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Bent Lane , BB8 7AA | 3out of 4 | 978 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Street Community Primary School West Street , BB8 0HW | - not rated | 985 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart RC Infant School Red Lane , BB8 7JR | - not rated | 1,212 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Red Lane , BB8 7JR | 3out of 4 | 1,212 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colne Park High School Venables Avenue , BB8 7DP | 3out of 4 | 352 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Park High School Venables Avenue , BB8 7DP | - not rated | 352 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Primet Academy Dent Street , BB8 8JF | 2out of 4 | 2,693 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Primet High School Dent Street , BB8 8JF | - not rated | 2,693 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ss John Fisher and Thomas More Roman Catholic High School Gibfield Road , BB8 8JT | 2out of 4 | 2,933 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Lancashire Learning Group Scotland Road , BB9 7YT | - not rated | 5,063 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Nook School Knotts Lane , Colne BB8 8HH | - not rated | 1,999 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Pendle View Primary School Gibfield Road , BB8 8JT | 4out of 4 | 3,054 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Gibfield School Gibfield Road , BB8 8JT | - not rated | 3,069 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hendon Brook School Hendon Brook , Townhouse Road BB9 8BP | - not rated | 3,309 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hendon Brook School Townhouse Road , BB9 8DG | - not rated | 3,363 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colne Youth Action Group | Colne Youth Centre, Byron Road | 219 yd | |
| Precious Meals | Unit 1, 27 Skipton Road | 511 yd | |
| Corner Kitchen | 11 Skipton Road, Colne | 542 yd | |
| Indulge | 6 Dockray Street, Colne | 763 yd | |
| Cake Hub | Cafe, Market Hall | 834 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colne Cricket Club | Byron Road, Colne | 195 yd | |
| Morris Dancers | The Morris Dancers, Byron Road | 225 yd | |
| Colne Legion Club | British Legion Club, Keighley Road | 622 yd | |
| Commercial Hotel | Skipton Road, Colne | 683 yd | |
| Union Exchange | Union Hotel, Market Street | 770 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cemetery Chippy | 75 Keighley Road, Colne | 426 yd | |
| Food 2 Go | 25 Skipton Road, Colne | 542 yd | |
| Lotus Chinese Take Away | 23 Skipton Road, Colne | 542 yd | |
| The Frying Pan | 38 Skipton Road, Colne | 571 yd | |
| Ho King | 56 Windsor Street, Colne | 649 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarket, Windy Bank | 835 yd | |
| Tesco | 52 Market Street, Colne | 838 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi, North Valley Road | 1,056 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Colne Cricket & Bowling Club BYRON ROAD | grass pitches | 291 yd |
| Colne Park High School VENABLES AVENUE | grass pitches | 345 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields (Closed) Varley Street | grass pitches | 516 yd |
| Intershape Fitness (Colne,Market Street) 80-82 80-82 MARKET STREET | health and fitness suite | 745 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 | 96.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.3% |
| 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 | 79.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 163.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.