Harrison Drive is in Colne and in Pendle district. BB8 9SF 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 Harrison Drive, Colne, BB8 9SF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB8 9SQ, BB8 9SG, BB8 9SH, BB8 9RS, BB8 9SW, BB8 9SE, BB8 9SJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BB8 9SF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.3% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.7% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
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 9SF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53% 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 | 49.2% | 53% | 3.8% | 37.9% | 15.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 28.5% | 30.1% | 1.6% | 44.2% | -14.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 4.8% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 2.6% |
| Divorced | 13.8% | 8.8% | -5.0% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 2.4% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -3.7% |
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 | 50.3% | 49.7% | -0.6% | 48.4% | 1.3% |
| Good health | 33.4% | 32.4% | -1.0% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 11.4% | 13.6% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 3.4% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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.
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 18.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28% | 22.4% | -5.6% | 18.2% | 4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 10.6% | -2.8% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.2% | 18.8% | -4.4% | 13.4% | 5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 6.9% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 18.8% | 5.0% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.4% | 18.4% | 5.0% | 33.8% | -15.4% |
| Other | 3.7% | 4.1% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.6% | 96% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 88.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.1% | 88.1% | -9.0% | 83.2% | 4.9% |
| European Union | 2% | 8.8% | 6.8% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 88.9% | -8.2% | 83.2% | 5.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.7% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 3.7% | 3.4% | 2.9% | 0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.5% | 76.7% | -11.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 7.1% | 1.3% | 5.8% |
| Romania | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 23.7% | 13.5% | 10.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.7% | 37.2% | 11.5% |
| Christian | 40.2% | 46.2% | -6.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Not answered | 8.2% | 6.0% | 2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harrison Drive was 79.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.1% higher than the Boulsworth & Foulridge average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Harrison Drive has the 22nd highest crime rate of 61 local areas in Boulsworth & Foulridge and the 138th highest crime rate of 298 local areas in Pendle .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 118 Harrison Drive, Colne, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2023-06-07 | £141,091 |
| 152 Harrison Drive, Colne, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £87,300 | 2021-12-17 | £103,830 |
| 126 Harrison Drive, Colne, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2019-03-25 | £129,628 |
| 114 Harrison Drive, Colne, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2016-05-18 | £114,577 |
| 128 Harrison Drive, Colne, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2014-06-24 | £118,429 |
BB8 9SF 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.
The percentage of student residents living in BB8 9SF area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Retired | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newtown Nursery School West Street , BB8 0HP | 3out of 4 | 1,556 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton Lane Nursery School Walton Lane , BB9 8BP | 4out of 4 | 2,924 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradley Nursery School Bradley Road East , BB9 7QH | 4out of 4 | 3,537 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| McMillan Nursery School Railway Street , BB9 9AG | 2out of 4 | 4,165 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colne Lord Street School Lord Street , BB8 9AR | 3out of 4 | 746 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, Colne Red Lane , BB8 7JR | 3out of 4 | 798 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Street Community Primary School West Street , BB8 0HW | 3out of 4 | 1,307 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Primet Primary School Tatton Street , BB8 8JE | 3out of 4 | 1,561 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Foulridge Saint Michael and All Angels CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School Skipton Road , Foulridge BB8 7NN | 3out of 4 | 1,598 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colne Primet Academy Dent Street , BB8 8JF | 3out of 4 | 1,717 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Park High School Venables Avenue , BB8 7DP | 3out of 4 | 1,856 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ss John Fisher and Thomas More Roman Catholic High School Gibfield Road , BB8 8JT | 3out of 4 | 2,070 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pendle Vale College Oxford Road , BB9 8LF | 3out of 4 | 2,568 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marsden Heights Community College Edge End Lane , BB9 0PR | - not rated | 5,240 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 3,625 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pendle View Primary School Gibfield Road , BB8 8JT | 4out of 4 | 2,051 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Nook School Knotts Lane , Colne BB8 8HH | - not rated | 2,056 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Pendle Community High School & College Oxford Road , BB9 8LF | 4out of 4 | 2,462 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Al-Ikhlaas Primary School 35 Norfolk Street , BB9 7SY | - not rated | 3,982 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edenfield Girls' High School Brunswick Street , Nelson BB9 0PQ | - not rated | 4,071 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pavilion Cafe | Pavillion, Alkincoats Park | 496 yd | |
| Bannisters Restaurant | Boundary Mill, Vivary Way | 601 yd | |
| Banny's Fish And Chip Restaurant | Bannys Restaurant, Vivary Way | 601 yd | |
| BB's Coffee Shop | Boundary Mill, Vivary Way | 601 yd | |
| The Hive | Boundary Mill, Vivary Way | 601 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Municipal Hall | Albert Road, Colne | 842 yd | |
| Rileys | 76 Albert Road, Colne | 856 yd | |
| Boyce's Barrel | 7 New Market Street, Colne | 878 yd | |
| Cask 'N' Keg | 5 New Market Street, Colne | 878 yd | |
| The Tapsters Promise | 9 New Market Street, Colne | 878 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | Mcdonalds, North Valley Retail Park | 591 yd | |
| North Valley Chippy | 69 North Valley Road, Colne | 627 yd | |
| Kirstys Baps | 41-43 North Valley Road, Colne | 629 yd | |
| 3 Kings | 75-77 North Valley Road, Colne | 630 yd | |
| Anaz Takeaway | 97 Albert Road, Colne | 891 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Unit 1, Glen Mills Retail Park | 713 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi, North Valley Road | 729 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarket, Windy Bank | 979 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holt House Playing Fields Harrison Drive | grass pitches | 172 yd |
| Utility Renewals Stadium (Colne Football Club) BIRTWISTLE AVENUE | grass pitches | 266 yd |
| Intershape Fitness (Colne, Albert Road) NORWAY HOUSE NORWAY HOUSE ALBERT ROAD | health and fitness suite | 860 yd |
| Pendle Leisure Centre CROWN WAY | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 909 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 | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.0% |
| 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 | 65.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.