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BB8 7EA
Castle Road, Colne, Pendle, Lancashire
PendlePendle District (B)
BB8 7EA is a well-connected suburban area, Favoured by older residents with a high concentration of flats and starter homes, providing easy access to major roads and rail links, and is where security can be an issue. This postcode is offering standard grocery stores and small shops, where residents may need to travel for specialist care, and an area where employment rates fluctuate.
Colne, Pendle, Lancashire
Key Stats
Households
147
Male: 16, Female: 8
Household Income
£-Data not available for England
UK average: £38,100 (Jul 23)

Postcode Sector
Blackburn

Population
People

Population Density
People/km2

Average Income
Per household
Affordability
8 / 10
Crime & Safety
0 / 10
Amenities
6 / 10
Overview
What does Census 2021 data tell us about BB8 7EA?
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Where is BB8 7EA?
Approximate address:
Castle Road, Colne, Pendle, Lancashire
The postcode BB8 7EA is located in the Pendle area, part of the Pendle District (B) district, and classed as a Urban: City and Town area.
BB8 7EA is a neighbourhood in part of a smaller city or town, with a mix of residential and industrial zones.
Note: demographic statistics are based on LSOA (E01025206) and OA (E00127937) output area data from the Census 2021, published by the Office for National Statistics, and are based on a best-fit model.


Location
Pendle
Coordinates
53.867107, -2.142846
Easting/Northing
390704, 0441220
Grid Ref
SD907412
Parliamentary Constituency
Pendle
Local Authority
Pendle
Population Density
520 km²
Coordinates
53.867107, -2.142846
Easting/Northing
390704, 0441220
Grid Ref
SD907412
Parliamentary Constituency
Pendle
Local Authority
Pendle
Population Density
520 km²
Area Codes
Output area: E00127937
OA Code
E00127937
LSOA Code
E01025206
MSOA Code
E02007003
Ward
E05013202
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
E37000019
Rural/Urban Code
C1 - Urban: City and Town
OA Code
E00127937
LSOA Code
E01025206
MSOA Code
E02007003
Ward
E05013202
Parish
Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP)
E37000019
Rural/Urban Code
C1 - Urban: City and Town

Demographics
Who lives in the BB8 7EA neighbourhood? Our system analyses 100+ factors to determine who lives here.
AB Social Score
An AB Social Grade score of 4/10 indicates a balanced community, with a growing presence of residents in higher managerial or professional occupations.
AB social grade score is calculated from Census 21 data, reporting people who have higher and intermediate managerial, admin and professional occupations.
Education Score
An Education Score of 3/10 reflects a modest proportion of residents with higher educational qualifications, within a community with varied educational backgrounds.
This score is based on educational factors, including the highest level of qualifications per output area as reported in Census 2021 statistics.
Credit Status Score
A Credit Status Score of 4/10 suggests that residents in BB8 7EA have somewhat limited access to credit, with financial difficulties affecting the overall economic landscape.
Based on average credit rating by local authority, adjusted and weighted with factors including unemployment, crime, deprivation, and income.
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Property Scorecard
What types of properties are in the BB8 7EA neighbourhood, and how valuable are homes in this area?
Housing Affordability Score
Scoring 8/10 in Housing Affordability, this postcode offers very favourable conditions for buyers, where the cost of housing is comfortably matched by average household incomes.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus property prices.
Rental Affordability Score
Exceptional affordability characterises BB8 7EA, where renting is highly accessible due to low costs relative to household incomes, making it an ideal area for budget-conscious renters.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus rental prices in this local authority.
Yield Potential Score
Investors may find limited appeal here, as property yields are below average, making it challenging to achieve substantial returns on investment.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
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Transport Scorecard
How easy is it to travel to and from the BB8 7EA postcode?
Transport Score
Transport options are readily available in BB8 7EA, with frequent bus services, accessible parking, and convenient train stations, making travel relatively easy.
Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
Commuting Score
Commuting distances are fairly average, with many residents travelling moderate distances to work, though local job opportunities are available for some.
Score derived from Census 2021 data regarding commuting distances. Higher scores may indicate work hubs and major industries are closer, meaning shorter commuting times.
Car Ownership Score
This area sees relatively low car availability, with a significant portion of households managing without a car, perhaps due to proximity to public transport or urban conveniences.
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Amenities Scorecard
What amenities and leisure facilities are available near the BB8 7EA postcode?
Green Spaces Score
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Calculated by determining the number, size and population per park within the LSOA neighbourhood area.
Shopping Score
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Calculated by determining the availability of supermarkets, shopping centres and other amenities in this neighbourhood radius.
Fitness & Leisure Score
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Calculated by determining the ratio of household income versus
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Education Scorecard
What are the local schools and further education like?
Educational Attainment Score
Many in the BB8 7EA postcode have low levels of education, typically achieving no more than Level 1 qualifications, suggesting limited formal education.
Educational attainment scores are calculated from Census 2021 data by resident's (age 16+) highest level of qualification.
Childcare Score
While not abundant, childcare services are accessible to some extent, with a moderate number of options, though families may need to plan ahead.
Based on proximity, availability and accessibility of local childminders, pre-schools and childcare establishments within travel distance.
Further Education Score
The BB8 7EA area provides a decent range of further education options, including local colleges and sixth forms, offering an average level of access for residents.
Based on availability and proximity to further education establishments nearby, including six-forms, colleges and universities.
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