Glen Street is in Colne and in Pendle district. BB8 9ER is located in the Vivary Bridge electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pendle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Glen Street, Colne, BB8 9ER and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB8 9DY, BB8 9EA, BB8 9DZ, BB8 9DX, BB8 9ES, BB8 9EY, BB8 9EP, BB8 9EW, BB8 9DU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BB8 9ER is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.5% | 51.9% | -2.6% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 45.5% | 48.1% | 2.6% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BB8 9ER, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 49.8% | 50.9% | 1.1% | 37.9% | 13.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29% | 24.8% | -4.2% | 44.2% | -19.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 4.7% | 2.0% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 13.1% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 6.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 | 41.1% | 38.4% | -2.7% | 48.4% | -10.0% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 35.9% | -3.8% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 17.3% | 5.2% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 4.2% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 4.2% | 2.5% | 1.2% | 3.0% |
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 9ER this area, 28.6% 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 20.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.1% | 28.6% | -3.5% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.3% | 16.6% | 0.3% | 9.6% | 7.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 12.9% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 3.2% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 16.1% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.6% | 20.3% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -13.5% |
| Other | 7.2% | 2.3% | -4.9% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.3% | 95.8% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 97.3% | 94.1% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 2% | 4.9% | 2.9% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.3% | 94.4% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 2.9% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0.3% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.5% | 76.7% | -11.2% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 31% | 13.5% | 17.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.7% | 37.2% | 9.5% |
| Christian | 44.6% | 46.2% | -1.6% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Glen Street was 390.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 681.1% higher than the Boulsworth & Foulridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Glen Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Boulsworth & Foulridge and the 11th highest crime rate of 297 local areas in Pendle .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 187.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 33.7%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 78 Glen Street, Colne, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £67,000 | 2025-09-19 | £70,827 |
| 74 Glen Street, Colne, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2025-01-24 | £92,163 |
| 57 Glen Street, Colne, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2024-09-19 | £171,429 |
| 100 Glen Street, Colne, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £45,000 | 2023-11-17 | £51,324 |
| 96 Glen Street, Colne, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £55,000 | 2023-05-19 | £65,343 |
| Full-Time Employee | 61 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Unemployed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newtown Nursery School West Street , BB8 0HP | 3out of 4 | 856 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton Lane Nursery School Walton Lane , BB9 8BP | 4out of 4 | 3,027 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradley Nursery School Bradley Road East , BB9 7QH | 3out of 4 | 4,101 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| McMillan Nursery School Railway Street , BB9 9AG | 3out of 4 | 4,654 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart RC Infant School Red Lane , BB8 7JR | - not rated | 477 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 | 477 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Colne Red Lane , BB8 7JR | - not rated | 477 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Street Community Primary School West Street , BB8 0HW | - not rated | 768 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Primary School Rutland Street , BB8 0QJ | 3out of 4 | 835 yd | Community school | 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 | 976 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Park High School Venables Avenue , BB8 7DP | - not rated | 976 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Primet Academy Dent Street , BB8 8JF | 2out of 4 | 2,106 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Primet High School Dent Street , BB8 8JF | - not rated | 2,106 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 | 2,409 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 | 4,336 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 | 1,855 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Pendle View Primary School Gibfield Road , BB8 8JT | 4out of 4 | 2,475 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Gibfield School Gibfield Road , BB8 8JT | - not rated | 2,476 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pendle Community High School & College Oxford Road , BB9 8LF | 4out of 4 | 2,880 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hendon Brook School Hendon Brook , Townhouse Road BB9 8BP | - not rated | 3,027 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KFC | Kfc, North Valley Retail Park | 251 yd | |
| North Valley Community Centre | Birtwistle Community Centre, Birtwistle Avenue | 267 yd | |
| Precious Meals | Unit 1, 27 Skipton Road | 542 yd | |
| Corner Kitchen | 11 Skipton Road, Colne | 561 yd | |
| Indulge | 6 Dockray Street, Colne | 572 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Jovial Hatters | Jovial Hatters, 8 Windy Bank | 503 yd | |
| The Red Lion Hotel | Red Lion Hotel, 31 Market Street | 587 yd | |
| Union Exchange | Union Hotel, Market Street | 620 yd | |
| Market Street Tavern (Wet Sales Only) | 8 Market Street, Colne | 628 yd | |
| Beesknees Colne | 1 Church Street, Colne | 638 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ho King | 56 Windsor Street, Colne | 311 yd | |
| Pronto Pizza | 10 Windy Bank, Colne | 503 yd | |
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds, North Valley Retail Park | 541 yd | |
| Food 2 Go | 25 Skipton Road, Colne | 561 yd | |
| Lotus Chinese Take Away | 23 Skipton Road, Colne | 561 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi, North Valley Road | 361 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarket, Windy Bank | 403 yd | |
| Tesco | 52 Market Street, Colne | 662 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Unit 1, Glen Mills Retail Park | 684 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George V Playing Fields (Closed) Varley Street | grass pitches | 534 yd |
| Utility Renewals Stadium (Colne Football Club) BIRTWISTLE AVENUE | grass pitches | 631 yd |
| Intershape Fitness (Colne,Market Street) 80-82 80-82 MARKET STREET | health and fitness suite | 675 yd |
| Intershape Fitness (Colne, Albert Road) NORWAY HOUSE NORWAY HOUSE ALBERT ROAD | health and fitness suite | 841 yd |
| Holt House Playing Fields Harrison Drive | grass pitches | 863 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 | 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 | 137.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.