Stratford Way is in Colne and in Pendle district. BB8 0QL is located in the Waterside & Horsfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pendle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stratford Way, Colne, BB8 0QL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB8 0QN, BB8 0QR, BB8 0BQ, BB8 0QW, BB8 0QP, BB8 0QJ, BB8 0BG, BB8 0LX, BB8 0RE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BB8 0QL, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 58.6% | 54.7% | -3.9% | 51.0% | 3.7% |
| Male | 41.4% | 45.3% | 3.9% | 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 | 36.5% | 41.6% | 5.1% | 37.9% | 3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.2% | 30.3% | -2.9% | 44.2% | -13.9% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.1% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 18% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 8.9% |
| Widowed | 13.9% | 9% | -4.9% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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 | 34% | 35.9% | 1.9% | 48.4% | -12.5% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 37.7% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 4.1% |
| Fair health | 23% | 18.4% | -4.6% | 12.7% | 5.7% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 5.8% | -0.8% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 0QL this area, 38.8% 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 19.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37% | 38.8% | 1.8% | 18.2% | 20.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.4% | 5.6% | -8.8% | 9.6% | -4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 13.5% | -3.8% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 7.3% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12% | 14.6% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -2.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.5% | 19.7% | 7.2% | 33.8% | -14.1% |
| Other | 1.4% | 0.6% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2% | 1.3% | -0.7% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 95.5% | 97.3% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 15.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 97.5% | 94.7% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3.6% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -2.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 97.1% | 94.7% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.9% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.7% | 76.7% | -10.0% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 29.8% | 13.5% | 16.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.4% | 37.2% | 7.2% |
| Christian | 45.7% | 46.2% | -0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.7% | 6.0% | 0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stratford Way was 198.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 284.8% higher than the Boulsworth & Foulridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stratford Way has the 11th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Boulsworth & Foulridge and the 37th highest crime rate of 298 local areas in Pendle .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 90.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Stratford Way, Colne, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2023-07-14 | £153,101 |
| 4 Stratford Way, Colne, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-07-08 | £145,730 |
| 11 Stratford Way, Colne, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2021-08-11 | £73,484 |
| 7 Stratford Way, Colne, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £57,000 | 2019-09-20 | £76,278 |
| 11 Stratford Way, Colne, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £54,500 | 2018-07-03 | £74,724 |
BB8 0QL 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 | 48 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newtown Nursery School West Street , BB8 0HP | 3out of 4 | 498 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton Lane Nursery School Walton Lane , BB9 8BP | 4out of 4 | 3,056 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradley Nursery School Bradley Road East , BB9 7QH | 4out of 4 | 4,443 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| McMillan Nursery School Railway Street , BB9 9AG | 2out of 4 | 4,925 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 | 167 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Street Community Primary School West Street , BB8 0HW | 3out of 4 | 713 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Colne Red Lane , BB8 7JR | 3out of 4 | 1,115 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Bent Lane , BB8 7AA | 3out of 4 | 1,215 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Lord Street School Lord Street , BB8 9AR | 3out of 4 | 1,373 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 | 582 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Primet Academy Dent Street , BB8 8JF | 3out of 4 | 2,421 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ss John Fisher and Thomas More Roman Catholic High School Gibfield Road , BB8 8JT | 3out of 4 | 2,661 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pendle Vale College Oxford Road , BB9 8LF | 3out of 4 | 3,300 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson and Colne College Scotland Road , BB9 7YT | - not rated | 4,797 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 | 1,754 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Pendle View Primary School Gibfield Road , BB8 8JT | 4out of 4 | 2,782 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pendle Community High School & College Oxford Road , BB9 8LF | 4out of 4 | 3,157 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Edenfield Girls' High School Brunswick Street , Nelson BB9 0PQ | - not rated | 4,830 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Al-Ikhlaas Primary School 35 Norfolk Street , BB9 7SY | - not rated | 5,007 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colne Youth Action Group | Colne Youth Centre, Byron Road | 114 yd | |
| Precious Meals | Unit 1, 27 Skipton Road | 347 yd | |
| Corner Kitchen | 11 Skipton Road, Colne | 366 yd | |
| Indulge | 6 Dockray Street, Colne | 576 yd | |
| Cake Hub | Cafe, Market Hall | 635 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colne Cricket Club | Byron Road, Colne | 231 yd | |
| Morris Dancers | The Morris Dancers, Byron Road | 319 yd | |
| Colne Legion Club | British Legion Club, Keighley Road | 409 yd | |
| Commercial Hotel | Skipton Road, Colne | 482 yd | |
| Union Exchange | Union Hotel, Market Street | 575 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cemetery Chippy | 75 Keighley Road, Colne | 212 yd | |
| Food 2 Go | 25 Skipton Road, Colne | 366 yd | |
| Lotus Chinese Take Away | 23 Skipton Road, Colne | 366 yd | |
| The Frying Pan | 38 Skipton Road, Colne | 379 yd | |
| Ho King | 56 Windsor Street, Colne | 538 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 52 Market Street, Colne | 639 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarket, Windy Bank | 679 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi, North Valley Road | 920 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Colne Cricket & Bowling Club BYRON ROAD | grass pitches | 352 yd |
| Intershape Fitness (Colne,Market Street) 80-82 80-82 MARKET STREET | health and fitness suite | 542 yd |
| Colne Park High School VENABLES AVENUE | grass pitches | 551 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields (Closed) Varley Street | grass pitches | 587 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 | 113.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.