Hazel Grove is in Bacup and in Rossendale district. OL13 9XT is located in the Bacup electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rossendale and Darwen. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hazel Grove, Bacup, OL13 9XT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OL13 9ET, OL13 9EU, OL13 9HB, OL13 9HA, OL13 9EX, OL13 9EY, OL13 9DJ, OL13 9HP, OL13 9ES.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OL13 9XT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.6% | 50.5% | -3.1% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 46.4% | 49.5% | 3.1% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 OL13 9XT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54% 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 | 28.5% | 25.4% | -3.1% | 37.9% | -12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.3% | 54% | 0.7% | 44.2% | 9.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 8.8% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 8.8% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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 | 47.6% | 46.8% | -0.8% | 48.4% | -1.6% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 35.8% | -0.9% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 12.5% | 0.3% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 3.4% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 11.9% | 15.4% | 3.5% | 18.2% | -2.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 8.1% | -10.4% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 16.1% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 7.7% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 19.4% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.9% | 30.4% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -3.4% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.9% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.1% | 97.8% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 97.8% | 95% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 2.5% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 94.4% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.4% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -6.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.2% | 76.7% | 7.5% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 13% | 13.5% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.3% | 37.2% | 7.1% |
| Christian | 46.7% | 46.2% | 0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hazel Grove was 98.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.2% lower than the Bacup average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hazel Grove has the 16th lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in Bacup and the 86th highest crime rate of 224 local areas in Rossendale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Hazel Grove, Bacup, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2025-02-20 | £353,306 |
| 8 Hazel Grove, Bacup, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2023-08-17 | £402,516 |
| 5 Hazel Grove, Bacup, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2023-01-27 | £363,905 |
| 18 Hazel Grove, Bacup, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2022-09-16 | £201,258 |
| 31 Hazel Grove, Bacup, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2022-06-17 | £538,919 |
OL13 9XT 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in OL13 9XT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 89 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Construction | 22 |
| Education | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bacup Nursery School Cowtoot Lane , OL13 8EF | 4out of 4 | 746 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Staghills Nursery School Top Barn Lane , Newchurch BB4 7UE | 4out of 4 | 5,107 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Tong Lane , OL13 9LJ | - not rated | 603 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacup Thorn Primary School Cowtoot Lane , OL13 8EF | 4out of 4 | 746 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sharneyford Primary School Todmorden Road , OL13 9UQ | 3out of 4 | 1,057 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northern Primary School Burnley Road , OL13 8PH | 3out of 4 | 1,592 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacup St Saviour's Community Primary School Lane End Road , OL13 9RR | 3out of 4 | 1,744 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 | 3,924 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School Glen Road , Waterfoot BB4 7BJ | 4out of 4 | 4,541 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 | 847 yd | |
| Nellie's | 4 Rochdale Road, Bacup | 1,021 yd | |
| Prohibition Bar And Eatery | 3 St James Street, Bacup | 1,041 yd | |
| Yano Cha | 27 St James Street, Bacup | 1,042 yd | |
| 1832 Barista | 7 St James Street, Bacup | 1,045 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crown Inn | Greave Road, Bacup | 201 yd | |
| Bacup Borough Football Club | Bacup FC Sports Club, West View Football Ground | 847 yd | |
| The Cornerstone | Unit 1 Alma Street, Bacup | 953 yd | |
| Queens Hotel | 12 Yorkshire Street, Bacup | 1,011 yd | |
| Bacup Cricket Supporters Club | Bacup Cricket Club, Greensnook Lane | 1,031 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sue Per Power Bakes | 3 Oakenclough Road, Bacup | 78 yd | |
| Tony's Pizzas & Kebabs House | 5 Yorkshire Street, Bacup | 1,011 yd | |
| Baked.Cakes | 24 St James Street, Bacup | 1,017 yd | |
| Smashies | 15 St James Street, Bacup | 1,045 yd | |
| Mamma Arifa | 17 St James Street, Bacup | 1,045 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sharneyford HAZEL GROVE | grass pitches | 119 yd |
| Pioneer Health Studio (Closed) Old Pioneer Buildings Old Pioneer Buildings Alma Street | health and fitness suite | 873 yd |
| Thorn Primary School THORN PRIMARY SCHOOL THORN PRIMARY SCHOOL COWTOOT LANE | grass pitches | 914 yd |
| Bacup Borough Football Club Brian Boys West View Stadium Brian Boys West View Stadium Cowtoot Lane | grass pitches | 930 yd |
| Bacup Cricket Club Lanehead Lane | grass pitches | 954 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 | 36.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 35.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 48.99 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 48.99 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17.51 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.