Bracewell Street is in Nelson and in Pendle district. BB9 9RD is located in the Marsden & Southfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Pendle. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bracewell Street, Nelson, BB9 9RD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB9 0TH, BB9 0TJ, BB9 0TB, BB9 0JZ, BB9 0TN, BB9 0TF, BB9 0LA, BB9 0TG, BB9 0NR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BB9 9RD has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 48.3% | -0.7% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 51% | 51.7% | 0.7% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
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 | 40.4% | 40.8% | 0.4% | 37.9% | 2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.9% | 46.9% | 4.0% | 44.2% | 2.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 2.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 9.8% | 7.4% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 1.5% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
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 | 44.1% | 52.4% | 8.3% | 48.4% | 4.0% |
| Good health | 35% | 26.4% | -8.6% | 33.6% | -7.2% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 13.1% | 1.0% | 12.7% | 0.4% |
| Bad health | 8% | 6.2% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 BB9 9RD this area, 34.5% 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 17.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42% | 34.5% | -7.5% | 18.2% | 16.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 17.9% | 1.8% | 9.6% | 8.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 12.4% | -0.2% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 3.6% | 0.8% | 5.3% | -1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 6% | 10.3% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.5% | 17.3% | 8.8% | 33.8% | -16.5% |
| Other | 12% | 3.9% | -8.1% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 40.7% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 41% | 54.8% | 13.8% | 2.7% | 52.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 53.8% | 40.7% | -13.1% | 81.4% | -40.7% |
In this area, 64.3% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.2% | 64.3% | -11.9% | 83.2% | -18.9% |
| European Union | 5.8% | 10.5% | 4.7% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 17.3% | 24.7% | 7.4% | 5.6% | 19.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 76.2% | 64.2% | -12.0% | 83.2% | -19.0% |
| 10+ Years | 3.5% | 13.1% | 9.6% | 9.8% | 3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.7% | 9.7% | 6.0% | 2.9% | 6.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.2% | 6.2% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 4.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 11.4% | 6.9% | -4.5% | 1.9% | 5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56.9% | 76.7% | -19.8% |
| Italy | 7.5% | 0.6% | 6.9% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Romania | 4.3% | 0.9% | 3.4% |
| Southern Asia | 8% | 1.2% | 6.8% |
| No passport held | 18.3% | 13.5% | 4.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 18% | 37.2% | -19.2% |
| Christian | 22.5% | 46.2% | -23.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 54.6% | 6.5% | 48.1% |
| Other religion | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bracewell Street was 112.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.7% lower than the Bradley average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bracewell Street has the 39th highest crime rate of 96 local areas in Bradley and the 89th highest crime rate of 298 local areas in Pendle .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 Bracewell Street, Nelson, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £39,000 | 2018-03-23 | £50,585 |
| 53 Bracewell Street, Nelson, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2014-09-12 | £99,846 |
| 55 Bracewell Street, Nelson, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2013-06-28 | £174,216 |
| 51 Bracewell Street, Nelson, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2008-01-28 | £179,856 |
| 55 Bracewell Street, Nelson, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £21,000 | 1996-09-24 | £101,449 |
The percentage of student residents living in BB9 9RD 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 | 61 |
| Looking after home or family | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 30 |
| Other | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McMillan Nursery School Railway Street , BB9 9AG | 2out of 4 | 521 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradley Nursery School Bradley Road East , BB9 7QH | 4out of 4 | 758 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Walton Lane Nursery School Walton Lane , BB9 8BP | 4out of 4 | 1,674 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Nursery School Sefton Street , Brierfield BB9 5BE | 3out of 4 | 2,321 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newtown Nursery School West Street , BB8 0HP | 3out of 4 | 4,009 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walverden Primary School Bracewell Street , BB9 0TL | 3out of 4 | 86 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nelson St Philip's Church of England Primary School Leeds Road , BB9 9TQ | 3out of 4 | 571 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marsden Community Primary School Percy Street , BB9 0BE | 3out of 4 | 774 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bradley Primary School Dover Street , BB9 7RF | 3out of 4 | 973 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Marsden St John's Primary School A Church of England Academy Trent Road , BB9 0NX | 3out of 4 | 984 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,253 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marsden Heights Community College Edge End Lane , BB9 0PR | - not rated | 1,570 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 | 1,836 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Colne Primet Academy Dent Street , BB8 8JF | 3out of 4 | 2,146 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sir John Thursby Community College Eastern Avenue , BB10 2AT | 3out of 4 | 3,870 yd | Foundation 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 | 1,675 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edenfield Girls' High School Brunswick Street , Nelson BB9 0PQ | - not rated | 446 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Ghausia School 1-3 Cross Street , BB9 7EN | - not rated | 920 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Al-Ikhlaas Primary School 35 Norfolk Street , BB9 7SY | - not rated | 1,238 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Pendle Community High School & College Oxford Road , BB9 8LF | 4out of 4 | 1,370 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pendle View Primary School Gibfield Road , BB8 8JT | 4out of 4 | 1,784 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sovereign Group Ltd | Sovereign Frames, Chapel House Road | 183 yd | |
| Plaice On The Hill | 38 Larch Street, Nelson | 183 yd | |
| Samson's Cafe | 172-174 Smith Street, Nelson | 300 yd | |
| Curry On The Street | Railway Street Community Centre, Railway Street | 686 yd | |
| Chiefs Health Kitchen | 113 Leeds Road, Nelson | 723 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Georges Social Club | St Georges Social Centre, Vaughan Street | 395 yd | |
| Nelson Old Brass Band Club | 57-59 Barkerhouse Road, Nelson | 492 yd | |
| Nelson Carters And Motormens Club | 104 Leeds Road, Nelson | 698 yd | |
| Revival Bar & Club | 1-7 Walton Street, Nelson | 764 yd | |
| Station Hotel | Hibson Road, Nelson | 838 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamza Takeaway | 67 Larch Street, Nelson | 183 yd | |
| The China Chef | 73 Barkerhouse Road, Nelson | 405 yd | |
| Brunswick Street Chippy | 219 Brunswick Street, Nelson | 503 yd | |
| Curry House Nelson LTD | 151 Railway Street, Nelson | 578 yd | |
| Alice's Sandwich Bar | 253 Brunswick Street, Nelson | 585 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Bargains | 2 New Scotland Road, Nelson | 838 yd | |
| Super Fresh | 4-6 Manchester Road, Nelson | 888 yd | |
| APNA Store | 119-121 Bradshaw Street, Nelson | 943 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Superstore, Rigby Street | 1,019 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pendle Wavelengths LEEDS ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 726 yd |
| Ultimate Strength & Fitness BRUNSWICK HOUSE BRUNSWICK HOUSE BRUNSWICK STREET | health and fitness suite | 730 yd |
| Great Marsden St John'S C Of E Primary Academy TRENT ROAD | grass pitches | 879 yd |
| Pendle Health Studio (Closed) Bradley Hall Road | health and fitness suite | 902 yd |
| Ringstone Crescent RINGSTONE CRESCENT | grass pitches | 1,092 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 | 150 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 151.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.