Greens Lane is in Bacup and in Rossendale district. OL13 0JJ is located in the Britannia & Lee Mill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rossendale and Darwen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Greens Lane, Bacup, OL13 0JJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL13 0HP, OL13 0HQ, OL13 0HL, OL13 0HH, OL13 0HN, OL13 0JH, OL13 0HW, OL13 0HF, OL13 0HU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OL13 0JJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 53.7% | 49.8% | -3.9% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 46.3% | 50.2% | 3.9% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 OL13 0JJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.2% 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 | 38.4% | 46.2% | 7.8% | 37.9% | 8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.6% | 35.2% | -6.4% | 44.2% | -9.0% |
| Separated | 5.7% | 3.9% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 9.9% | -0.4% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 4.7% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 48.7% | 45.1% | -3.6% | 48.4% | -3.3% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 33.9% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 13.3% | 12.2% | -1.1% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 6.7% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.4% | 18.4% | -3.0% | 18.2% | 0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 16.5% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 6.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.1% | 17.8% | -4.3% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 5.2% | 2.0% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 12.6% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.8% | 26.2% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -7.6% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.2% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.1% | 0.2% | -1.9% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 93.9% | 95.1% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
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 | 94.1% | 94.1% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 3.9% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0.8% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.1% | 93.7% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 0.6% | -1.8% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0.8% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.2% | 76.7% | -8.5% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 27.9% | 13.5% | 14.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.2% | 37.2% | 15.0% |
| Christian | 42.4% | 46.2% | -3.8% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Greens Lane was 59.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 21.5% lower than the Britannia & Lee Mill average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Greens Lane has the 9th lowest crime rate of 41 local areas in Britannia & Lee Mill and the 89th lowest crime rate of 224 local areas in Rossendale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 23.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookside Bungalow Greens Lane, Bacup, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2022-10-24 | £278,376 |
| Brookside Bungalow Greens Lane, Bacup, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2016-10-31 | £306,246 |
| 2 Greens Lane, Bacup, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £316,000 | 2016-05-26 | £524,213 |
| Brookside Bungalow Greens Lane, Bacup, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2000-08-11 | £305,594 |
| Full-Time Employee | 115 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Looking after home or family | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Other | 19 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 15 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacup Nursery School Cowtoot Lane , OL13 8EF | 4out of 4 | 2,644 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Staghills Nursery School Top Barn Lane , Newchurch BB4 7UE | 4out of 4 | 2,891 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacup Holy Trinity Stacksteads Church of England Primary School Booth Road , Stacksteads OL13 0QW | 4out of 4 | 476 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Stacksteads, Bacup Huttock End Lane , Stacksteads OL13 8LD | 2out of 4 | 556 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacup St Saviour's Community Primary School Lane End Road , OL13 9RR | 3out of 4 | 1,669 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterfoot Primary School Wolfenden Green , Waterfoot BB4 9DA | 3out of 4 | 1,814 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's Church of England Primary School Ashworth Road , Waterfoot BB4 9JE | 3out of 4 | 2,545 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Valley Leadership Academy Fearns Moss , OL13 0TG | 1out of 4 | 1,556 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School Glen Road , Waterfoot BB4 7BJ | 4out of 4 | 2,005 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitworth Community High School Hall Fold , Whitworth OL12 8TS | 3out of 4 | 4,750 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alder Grange School Calder Road , Rawtenstall BB4 8HW | 3out of 4 | 5,067 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose 'N' Bowl | Rose N Bowl, Newchurch Road | 420 yd | |
| Piccalilly's | 93 Newchurch Road, Stacksteads | 860 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farholme Tavern | 218 Newchurch Road, Stacksteads | 464 yd | |
| Rosemount Working Mens Club | Huttock End Lane, Stacksteads | 541 yd | |
| Beaconsfield Conservative Club | 326 Newchurch Road, Stacksteads | 695 yd | |
| Hare & Hounds | Hare And Hounds, 391 Newchurch Road | 1,071 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Uno | 250A Newchurch Road, Stacksteads | 407 yd | |
| California Fried Chicken | 232C Newchurch Road, Stacksteads | 407 yd | |
| Pizza Costa | 316A Newchurch Road, Stacksteads | 429 yd | |
| Mamas Pizzeria | 316A Newchurch Road, Stacksteads | 452 yd | |
| Ashton's Fish And Chips Ltd | 101-103 Newchurch Road, Stacksteads | 814 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stacksteads Recreation Ground ACRE PARK | grass pitches | 245 yd |
| Bacup Holy Trinity Ce Primary School BOOTH ROAD | grass pitches | 528 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.