Postcode Analysis Pendle, North West

HIGHGATE, BB9 0DU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHGATE, BB9 0DU.

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Population

560

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 34,300 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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7/10
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10/10
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5/10
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3/10
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5/10
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4/10
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9/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

51% of BB9 0DU's residents are from ethnic minority backgrounds — a richly multicultural postcode with diverse cultural ties and tight-knit community organisations. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.

home £157,031 median price shield Safety 7/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BB9 0DU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Highgate, 0.3km from Hill Place in Nelson (Pendle). Administratively it sits within Whitefield & Walverden ward and the Pendle constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The community skews young professional (average age 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Pendle.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £157k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for BB9 0DU are sourced from Output Area E00128029 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB9 0DU. The average age is 33.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British46.8%
Asian / British Asian50.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 125,000

11 sales · Mean £ 127,977

Detached

£ 145,000

5 sales · Mean £ 155,400

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BB9 0DU has low crime rates — 30 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences89
Anti-social behaviour75
Other theft31
Criminal damage and arson17
Public order14

school Local Schools

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Nelson St Paul's Church of England Primary School

Good419 pupils0.2 km
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St John Southworth Roman Catholic Primary School, Nelson

Good212 pupils0.4 km
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Marsden Heights Community College

Requires Improvement1048 pupils0.4 km
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Marsden Community Primary School

Good454 pupils0.5 km
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McMillan Nursery School

Requires Improvement72 pupils0.7 km
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Holy Trinity Roman Catholic Primary School, Brierfield

Good114 pupils0.7 km
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Whitefield Infant School and Nursery

Outstanding337 pupils0.7 km
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Lomeshaye Junior School

Good357 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

42 nearby
  • Euro Food Store1.0 km
  • The Liquor Store0.7 km
  • Whitworth Chemist1.0 km
  • Chaudhry Food Stores0.9 km
  • General Groceries (Previously Amis Mini Market)1.0 km
  • + 37 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

18 nearby
  • Cafe Express1.0 km
  • Mansha Sweet Centre0.7 km
  • Yum Yum1.0 km
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • Salvation Army0.7 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Lidl0.6 km
  • Global Food Nelson1.0 km
  • Home Bargains0.9 km
  • APNA Store0.4 km
  • Super Fresh0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

20 nearby
  • Gul Takeaway0.6 km
  • Lalas0.6 km
  • Texas Chicken & Pizza Limited0.7 km
  • Brunswick Street Chippy1.0 km
  • China Express0.4 km
  • + 15 more
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Lord Nelson0.9 km
  • Chalkers Snooker Club1.0 km
  • Nelson Poultry Club0.4 km
  • Station Hotel0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Nelson0.7 km
  • Brierfield1.2 km
  • Colne3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Causey Foot0.2 km
  • Causey Foot0.2 km
  • Lancaster Gate0.3 km
  • Hill Place0.3 km
  • St Pauls CEPS0.3 km