BB8 0AE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Albert Road, 0.5km from Lenches in Colne. Administratively it sits within Vivary Bridge ward and the Pendle constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BB8 0AE is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 49% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 91 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £173k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for BB8 0AE are sourced from Output Area E00128017 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ALBERT ROAD, BB8 0AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALBERT ROAD, BB8 0AE.
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43
£ 0 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BB8 0AE falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
With 49% social renting, BB8 0AE is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. The 43-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB8 0AE. The average age is 43.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 192,500
12 sales · Mean £ 187,041
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BB8 0AE is above average at 91 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Colne Lord Street School
Newtown Nursery School
West Street Community Primary School
Colne Primet Primary School
Colne Primet Academy
Park Primary School
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Pendle View Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
29 nearby- Pavilion Cafe0.5 km
- Al Pacinos0.7 km
- Arcade Cafe Ltd0.6 km
- BB's Coffee Shop0.2 km
- Colne Citadel0.6 km
- + 24 more
Retailers - Other
32 nearby- Farmfoods Limited0.7 km
- Get By Bags - Food Bank0.5 km
- Go Local0.7 km
- Grahame's Poultry0.6 km
- Gregg's0.6 km
- + 27 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Stable Cross0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
21 nearby- Beesknees Colne0.5 km
- Boyce's Barrel0.3 km
- Colne Tacklers Club0.3 km
- Market Street Tavern (Wet Sales Only)0.6 km
- Masonic Hall0.1 km
- + 16 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Lidl Great Britain Limited0.2 km
- Poundland0.7 km
- Tesco0.7 km
- Sainsbury's0.7 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
23 nearby- Caked Up0.1 km
- China Garden0.2 km
- Cotton Mill Butties0.5 km
- Dixy Chicken0.6 km
- Domino's Pizza0.7 km
- + 18 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Colne0.3 km
- Nelson3.5 km
- Brierfield5.3 km
Bus Stops
- Municipal Hall0.1 km
- Municipal Hall0.1 km
- Lancaster Street0.2 km
- Crabtree Street0.2 km
- Princess Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BB80AE · Data under Open Government Licence