Standroyd Drive is in Colne and in Pendle district. BB8 7BG 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 Standroyd Drive, Colne, BB8 7BG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB8 7HD, BB8 7BL, BB8 7BP, BB8 7BJ, BB8 7HY, BB8 7BH, BB8 7BN, BB8 7HE, BB8 7BZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BB8 7BG has a slightly higher male population, with 51.9% 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 | 49.8% | 48.1% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -2.9% |
| Male | 50.2% | 51.9% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 2.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BB8 7BG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 68.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.7% | 20.5% | -2.2% | 37.9% | -17.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.4% | 68.1% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 23.9% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 3.9% | 4.2% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -4.9% |
| Widowed | 4.6% | 6.3% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48% | 50.4% | 2.4% | 48.4% | 2.0% |
| Good health | 37.2% | 36.5% | -0.7% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 10.1% | -1.6% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 2.7% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 14.5% | 14.6% | 0.1% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 7.3% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 8.7% | -5.8% | 13.4% | -4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 13.1% | 10.8% | -2.3% | 5.3% | 5.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11% | 23.7% | 12.7% | 16.9% | 6.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.9% | 32.8% | 0.9% | 33.8% | -1.0% |
| Other | 3.5% | 2.1% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.1% | 99.1% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
In this area, 98.2% 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 | 98.5% | 98.2% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 98.2% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 15.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.9% | 76.7% | 16.2% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 6.2% | 13.5% | -7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27% | 37.2% | -10.2% |
| Christian | 68.5% | 46.2% | 22.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Standroyd Drive was 37.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 27.4% lower than the Boulsworth & Foulridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Standroyd Drive has the 11th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Boulsworth & Foulridge and the 59th lowest crime rate of 298 local areas in Pendle .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 34.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 53% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Standroyd Drive, Colne, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2025-02-07 | £264,474 |
| 21 Standroyd Drive, Colne, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2023-11-30 | £340,770 |
| 38 Standroyd Drive, Colne, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-06-30 | £183,119 |
| 69 Standroyd Drive, Colne, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £109,000 | 2023-02-02 | £115,921 |
| 2 Standroyd Drive, Colne, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £227,500 | 2022-10-28 | £240,418 |
BB8 7BG area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 BB8 7BG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 108 |
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Other | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 47 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newtown Nursery School West Street , BB8 0HP | 3out of 4 | 1,159 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton Lane Nursery School Walton Lane , BB9 8BP | 4out of 4 | 3,525 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradley Nursery School Bradley Road East , BB9 7QH | 4out of 4 | 5,152 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colne Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Bent Lane , BB8 7AA | 3out of 4 | 442 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Primary School Rutland Street , BB8 0QJ | 3out of 4 | 849 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Street Community Primary School West Street , BB8 0HW | 3out of 4 | 1,473 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Trawden Forest Primary School Dean Street , Trawden BB8 8RN | 3out of 4 | 1,670 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Laneshaw Bridge Primary Laneshaw Bridge Primary School , Emmott Lane BB8 7JE | 4out of 4 | 1,919 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 | 877 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Primet Academy Dent Street , BB8 8JF | 3out of 4 | 3,164 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 | 3,348 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pendle Vale College Oxford Road , BB9 8LF | 3out of 4 | 3,991 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 2,215 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Pendle View Primary School Gibfield Road , BB8 8JT | 4out of 4 | 3,505 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pendle Community High School & College Oxford Road , BB9 8LF | 4out of 4 | 3,844 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside Cafe | Ball Grove Recreation Centre, Ball Grove Drive | 155 yd | |
| Colne Youth Action Group | Colne Youth Centre, Byron Road | 1,002 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton Tree Inn | Rosley Street, Winewall | 462 yd | |
| Morris Dancers | The Morris Dancers, Byron Road | 622 yd | |
| Colne Cricket Club | Byron Road, Colne | 688 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Garden | 1 Trawden Road, Colne | 397 yd | |
| Cemetery Chippy | 75 Keighley Road, Colne | 973 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Colne Cricket & Bowling Club BYRON ROAD | grass pitches | 566 yd |
| Colne Park High School VENABLES AVENUE | grass pitches | 969 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 | 0.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 65.49 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 65.49 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.