Nora Street is in Barrowford, Nelson and in Pendle district. BB9 8NS 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 Nora Street, Barrowford, Nelson, BB9 8NS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB9 8NX, BB9 8NN, BB9 8NZ, BB9 8NP, BB9 8NJ, BB9 8PA, BB9 8NB, BB9 8ND, BB9 8PF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BB9 8NS has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.3% of the population 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 | 59.6% | 56.3% | -3.3% | 51.0% | 5.3% |
| Male | 40.4% | 43.7% | 3.3% | 49.0% | -5.3% |
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 | 33.6% | 36.8% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.2% | 37.7% | 0.5% | 44.2% | -6.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4% | 2.7% | -1.3% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 17.3% | 14.8% | -2.5% | 9.1% | 5.7% |
| Widowed | 8% | 7.2% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.1% | 44.1% | 4.0% | 48.4% | -4.3% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 31.4% | -0.8% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 20.2% | 17.2% | -3.0% | 12.7% | 4.5% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 6.5% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 19.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.1% | 21% | -5.1% | 18.2% | 2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 16.5% | 1.5% | 9.6% | 6.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 11.2% | -2.5% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 5.8% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.4% | 23.2% | 6.8% | 16.9% | 6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.9% | 19.6% | -0.3% | 33.8% | -14.2% |
| Other | 3.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| White | 98.9% | 95.4% | -3.5% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 95.8% 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% | 95.8% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 95.8% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.5% | 76.7% | 3.8% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 16.9% | 13.5% | 3.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.6% | 37.2% | 7.4% |
| Christian | 45% | 46.2% | -1.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nora Street was 42.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.4% lower than the Barrowford & Pendleside average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nora Street has the 15th lowest crime rate of 35 local areas in Barrowford & Pendleside and the 71st lowest crime rate of 298 local areas in Pendle .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 3.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Nora Street, Nelson, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2025-07-24 | £89,820 |
| 41 Nora Street, Nelson, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £132,500 | 2024-07-19 | £144,022 |
| 21 Nora Street, Nelson, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2023-10-16 | £121,212 |
| 31 Nora Street, Nelson, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2022-12-16 | £94,070 |
| 27 Nora Street, Nelson, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £106,000 | 2022-03-11 | £120,867 |
| Full-Time Employee | 84 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley Nursery School Bradley Road East , BB9 7QH | 4out of 4 | 1,149 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| McMillan Nursery School Railway Street , BB9 9AG | 2out of 4 | 1,759 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton Lane Nursery School Walton Lane , BB9 8BP | 4out of 4 | 2,920 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Nursery School Sefton Street , Brierfield BB9 5BE | 3out of 4 | 3,063 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newtown Nursery School West Street , BB8 0HP | 3out of 4 | 4,305 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barrowford School Rushton Street , Barrowford BB9 6EA | 3out of 4 | 580 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barrowford St Thomas Church of England Primary School Wheatley Lane Road , Barrowford BB9 6QT | 4out of 4 | 583 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Saviour Roman Catholic Primary School, Nelson Holland Place , Off Reedyford Road BB9 8HD | 3out of 4 | 628 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradley Primary School Dover Street , BB9 7RF | 3out of 4 | 1,035 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lomeshaye Junior School Norfolk Street , BB9 7SY | 3out of 4 | 1,143 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pendle Vale College Oxford Road , BB9 8LF | 3out of 4 | 1,791 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ss John Fisher and Thomas More Roman Catholic High School Gibfield Road , BB8 8JT | 3out of 4 | 2,296 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Primet Academy Dent Street , BB8 8JF | 3out of 4 | 2,348 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marsden Heights Community College Edge End Lane , BB9 0PR | - not rated | 2,415 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Park High School Venables Avenue , BB8 7DP | 3out of 4 | 5,104 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 | 335 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 | 954 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ghausia School 1-3 Cross Street , BB9 7EN | - not rated | 1,309 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Edenfield Girls' High School Brunswick Street , Nelson BB9 0PQ | - not rated | 1,718 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Pendle Community High School & College Oxford Road , BB9 8LF | 4out of 4 | 1,913 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pendle View Primary School Gibfield Road , BB8 8JT | 4out of 4 | 2,077 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taste Of India | 7 Gladstone Terrace, Gisburn Road | 121 yd | |
| Heron Cafe | Unit 2, 80 Gisburn Road | 568 yd | |
| Bombay Lounge | The Bombay Lounge, Church Street | 609 yd | |
| Will's | Unit 1A, The Fountains | 641 yd | |
| Mellows Of Barrowford | 79-81 Gisburn Road, Barrowford | 641 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thatch & Thistle | Thatch And Thistle, Surrey Road | 541 yd | |
| Westfield Bowling Club | Scott Street, Nelson | 544 yd | |
| Nelson Cricket Club | Nelson Cricket And Bowling Club, Surrey Road | 655 yd | |
| Lamb Working Mens Club | 2-6 Church Street, Barrowford | 684 yd | |
| The Bankers Draft | 143 Gisburn Road, Barrowford | 898 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Bridge Chippy | 3 Nora Street, Barrowford | 5 yd | |
| Barrowford Catering | 6 King Edward Terrace, Gisburn Road | 99 yd | |
| Man Lee Chinese Takeaway | 1 King Edward Terrace, Gisburn Road | 99 yd | |
| Subway | Junction 13 Service Station, Westfield | 581 yd | |
| Swinnies Fish And Chip Bar | 117 Gisburn Road, Barrowford | 724 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar | Units 3 To 6, 80 Gisburn Road | 614 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons Supermarket, Pendle Street | 939 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson And Colne College SCOTLAND ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 315 yd |
| Bullholme Playing Field Off Wilton Street | grass pitches | 349 yd |
| Seedhill Athletics & Fitness Centre SURREY ROAD | athletics tracks, health and fitness suite | 517 yd |
| Nelson Cricket Club Surrey Road | grass pitches | 671 yd |
| Hodge House Playing Fields REGENT STREET | grass pitches | 905 yd |
| Swinden Playing Field Cravendale Avenue | cycling, grass pitches | 979 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 | 62.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.