Coal Pit Lane is in Colne and in Pendle district. BB8 8NS 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 Coal Pit Lane, Colne, BB8 8NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BB8 8NS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.2% 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 | 49.2% | 52.2% | 3.0% | 51.0% | 1.2% |
| Male | 50.8% | 47.8% | -3.0% | 49.0% | -1.2% |
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 | 32% | 36.6% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -1.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.5% | 45% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 0.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3.6% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 11% | 8.7% | -2.3% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 6% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 (89.4%) 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 | 54.9% | 59.4% | 4.5% | 48.4% | 11.0% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 30% | -4.6% | 33.6% | -3.6% |
| Fair health | 7% | 9.2% | 2.2% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 1.5% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
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 8NS this area, 9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.2% | 9% | -5.2% | 18.2% | -9.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 11.1% | -5.7% | 9.6% | 1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 13.6% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 6.9% | 2.7% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.5% | 20.8% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.5% | 36.4% | 8.9% | 33.8% | 2.6% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.1% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.4% | 99.3% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 98.2% | 98% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 97.5% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.4% | 76.7% | 11.7% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.1% | 37.2% | 6.9% |
| Christian | 53.5% | 46.2% | 7.3% |
| Other religion | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 2.2% | 6.0% | -3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Coal Pit Lane was 33.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.6% lower than the Boulsworth & Foulridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Coal Pit Lane has the 10th lowest crime rate of 61 local areas in Boulsworth & Foulridge and the 48th lowest crime rate of 298 local areas in Pendle .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boulsworth View Coal Pit Lane, Colne, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2022-11-18 | £595,669 |
| Boulsworth View Coal Pit Lane, Colne, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2017-09-26 | £594,882 |
| Boulsworth View Coal Pit Lane, Colne, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £375,000 | 2013-09-03 | £656,577 |
| 2 Rings Farm Coal Pit Lane, Colne, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2004-09-02 | £415,681 |
| Boulsworth View Coal Pit Lane, Colne, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2003-08-27 | £375,244 |
BB8 8NS area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
BB8 8NS 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 133 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 50 |
| Self-Employed | 40 |
| Other | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 40 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Education | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newtown Nursery School West Street , BB8 0HP | 3out of 4 | 1,150 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton Lane Nursery School Walton Lane , BB9 8BP | 4out of 4 | 3,097 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradley Nursery School Bradley Road East , BB9 7QH | 4out of 4 | 4,876 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| McMillan Nursery School Railway Street , BB9 9AG | 2out of 4 | 5,221 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 | 1,024 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Primary School Rutland Street , BB8 0QJ | 3out of 4 | 1,041 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Trawden Forest Primary School Dean Street , Trawden BB8 8RN | 3out of 4 | 1,108 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Street Community Primary School West Street , BB8 0HW | 3out of 4 | 1,451 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Laneshaw Bridge Primary Laneshaw Bridge Primary School , Emmott Lane BB8 7JE | 4out of 4 | 2,211 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 | 1,414 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Primet Academy Dent Street , BB8 8JF | 3out of 4 | 2,971 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 | 3,092 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pendle Vale College Oxford Road , BB9 8LF | 3out of 4 | 3,719 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 | 5,408 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 | 1,849 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Pendle View Primary School Gibfield Road , BB8 8JT | 4out of 4 | 3,278 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pendle Community High School & College Oxford Road , BB9 8LF | 4out of 4 | 3,572 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Edenfield Girls' High School Brunswick Street , Nelson BB9 0PQ | - not rated | 5,131 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ghausia School 1-3 Cross Street , BB9 7EN | - not rated | 5,413 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | 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 | 621 yd | |
| Jackie & Francesca Old Rock Cafe And Cake Shop | Cafe, Old Rock | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotton Tree Inn | Rosley Street, Winewall | 587 yd | |
| Morris Dancers | The Morris Dancers, Byron Road | 1,026 yd | |
| Colne Cricket Club | Byron Road, Colne | 1,038 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Garden | 1 Trawden Road, Colne | 511 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Colne Cricket & Bowling Club BYRON ROAD | grass pitches | 955 yd |
| Trawden Recreation Ground Keighley Road | grass pitches | 1,053 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.