BB9 6LH is in Barley, Nelson and Pendle district. BB9 6LH is located in the Barrowford & Pendleside electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pendle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Barley, Nelson, BB9 6LH 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 BB9 6LH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 50.3% | 52.3% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 49.7% | 47.7% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BB9 6LH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.7% 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 | 27.1% | 23.8% | -3.3% | 37.9% | -14.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.9% | 59.7% | 0.8% | 44.2% | 15.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 8.9% | 1.5% | 9.1% | -0.2% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 6% | 2.1% | 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 (91%) 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 | 55.7% | 54.1% | -1.6% | 48.4% | 5.7% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 36.9% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 7.2% | -2.5% | 12.7% | -5.5% |
| Bad health | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 12% | 13.4% | 1.4% | 18.2% | -4.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 7.7% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 11.7% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.1% | 1.4% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.3% | 20.2% | 3.9% | 16.9% | 3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.6% | 39.7% | 2.1% | 33.8% | 5.9% |
| Other | 3.9% | 1.2% | -2.7% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98% | 100% | 2.0% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 100% 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 | 98.3% | 100% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 100% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 16.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.8% | 76.7% | 15.1% |
| No passport held | 8.2% | 13.5% | -5.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.7% | 37.2% | -12.5% |
| Christian | 71.3% | 46.2% | 25.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around BB9 6LH was 33.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 48.3% lower than the Barrowford & Pendleside average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
BB9 6LH has the 10th lowest crime rate of 35 local areas in Barrowford & Pendleside and the 50th lowest crime rate of 298 local areas in Pendle .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 5.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 54% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overhouses Lower Barn, Nelson, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £585,000 | 2018-10-19 | £727,481 |
| 1 Grange Cottage Barley Lane, Nelson, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £218,000 | 2016-08-02 | £326,347 |
| Grange Barn, Nelson, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 1999-05-28 | £1,062,857 |
| Grange Barn, Nelson, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £60,000 | 1998-10-02 | £271,781 |
| Grange Barn, Nelson, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £55,000 | 1998-01-20 | £231,186 |
BB9 6LH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% 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.
BB9 6LH area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Self-Employed | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newchurch-In-Pendle St Mary's Church of England Primary School Spenbrook Road , Newchurch-in-Pendle BB12 9JP | 1out of 4 | 1,732 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roughlee Church of England Primary School Blacko Bar Road , Roughlee BB9 6NX | 3out of 4 | 2,253 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wheatley Lane Methodist Voluntary Aided Primary School Fence , BB12 9ED | 3out of 4 | 3,789 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barrowford St Thomas Church of England Primary School Wheatley Lane Road , Barrowford BB9 6QT | 4out of 4 | 3,840 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blacko Primary School Blacko Primary School, Gisburn Road , Blacko BB9 6LS | 3out of 4 | 4,360 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 4,552 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Ikhlaas Primary School 35 Norfolk Street , BB9 7SY | - not rated | 4,974 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ghausia School 1-3 Cross Street , BB9 7EN | - not rated | 5,345 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pendle Inn | Pendle Inn, Barley Lane | 578 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cabin | The Kiosk Information Centre, The Avenue | 671 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 | 70.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 70.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 70.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 70.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 30.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 30.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 30.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 30.0% |
| Median download speed | 55 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 155 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.