Pendle Avenue is in Bacup and in Rossendale district. OL13 9DW is located in the Bacup 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 Pendle Avenue, Bacup, OL13 9DW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL13 8EE, OL13 9DP, OL13 9DN, OL13 8ED, OL13 9DQ, OL13 8EA, OL13 9DL, OL13 9DX, OL13 9DG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OL13 9DW 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 | 50.5% | 51.3% | 0.8% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 49.5% | 48.7% | -0.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 30.1% | 34.8% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -3.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.7% | 45.2% | -7.5% | 44.2% | 1.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 8% | 10.1% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 6.4% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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 | 38.7% | 46.4% | 7.7% | 48.4% | -2.0% |
| Good health | 38% | 35.7% | -2.3% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 11.7% | -3.8% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 6% | 4.9% | -1.1% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 22.6% | 15.7% | -6.9% | 18.2% | -2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 9.6% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 0.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 14.9% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 5.3% | -1.9% | 5.3% | 0.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.2% | 18.4% | 5.2% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.1% | 33.6% | 9.5% | 33.8% | -0.2% |
| Other | 3.2% | 2.4% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.1% | 96.5% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 97% | 96.5% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 96.7% | 0.9% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 0% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.6% | 76.7% | 1.9% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.5% | 13.5% | 7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.5% | 37.2% | 10.3% |
| Christian | 46.9% | 46.2% | 0.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pendle Avenue was 63.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.5% lower than the Bacup average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pendle Avenue has the 12th lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in Bacup and the 99th lowest crime rate of 224 local areas in Rossendale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 77% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Pendle Avenue, Bacup, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2024-07-10 | £303,524 |
| 14 Pendle Avenue, Bacup, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2024-06-27 | £215,020 |
| 14 Pendle Avenue, Bacup, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2022-05-26 | £194,340 |
| 30 Pendle Avenue, Bacup, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2022-05-19 | £236,570 |
| 20 Pendle Avenue, Bacup, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2022-04-14 | £249,776 |
OL13 9DW 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 118 |
| Retired | 110 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacup Nursery School Cowtoot Lane , OL13 8EF | 4out of 4 | 95 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Staghills Nursery School Top Barn Lane , Newchurch BB4 7UE | 4out of 4 | 4,378 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacup Thorn Primary School Cowtoot Lane , OL13 8EF | 4out of 4 | 95 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Tong Lane , OL13 9LJ | - not rated | 979 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern Primary School Burnley Road , OL13 8PH | 3out of 4 | 1,217 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharneyford Primary School Todmorden Road , OL13 9UQ | 3out of 4 | 1,524 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacup St Saviour's Community Primary School Lane End Road , OL13 9RR | 3out of 4 | 1,759 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 3,264 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School Glen Road , Waterfoot BB4 7BJ | 4out of 4 | 3,882 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bacup Nursery School | C/O Thorn Primary School, Cowtoot Lane | 82 yd | |
| 2ND Rossendale Scout Group | Scout Headquarters, Burnley Road | 439 yd | |
| Zee Desserts Ltd | 11 St James Square, Bacup | 578 yd | |
| Prohibition Bar And Eatery | 3 St James Street, Bacup | 582 yd | |
| The Circle Cafe Bacup | Former St John The Evangelist, Burnley Road | 596 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bacup Borough Football Club | Bacup FC Sports Club, West View Football Ground | 82 yd | |
| Bacup Cricket Supporters Club | Bacup Cricket Club, Greensnook Lane | 397 yd | |
| Queens Hotel | 12 Yorkshire Street, Bacup | 522 yd | |
| Crown Inn | Greave Road, Bacup | 606 yd | |
| Rossendale Club Limited | 9 Princess Street, Bacup | 629 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pavillion Express | 78 Burnley Road, Bacup | 439 yd | |
| Fryer Goggins | 70 Burnley Road, Bacup | 439 yd | |
| Happy Valley Takeaway | 76 Burnley Road, Bacup | 439 yd | |
| Tony's Pizzas & Kebabs House | 5 Yorkshire Street, Bacup | 522 yd | |
| Bammys | King Georges Chambers, 2 St James Square | 557 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bacup Borough Football Club Brian Boys West View Stadium Brian Boys West View Stadium Cowtoot Lane | grass pitches | 127 yd |
| Thorn Primary School THORN PRIMARY SCHOOL THORN PRIMARY SCHOOL COWTOOT LANE | grass pitches | 127 yd |
| Bacup Cricket Club Lanehead Lane | grass pitches | 262 yd |
| Pioneer Health Studio (Closed) Old Pioneer Buildings Old Pioneer Buildings Alma Street | health and fitness suite | 594 yd |
| Sharneyford HAZEL GROVE | grass pitches | 858 yd |
| Bacup Golf Club Ltd MADEN ROAD | golf | 866 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 | 35.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 61.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.