Postcode Analysis Pendle, North West

ALEXANDER STREET, BB9 8JF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALEXANDER STREET, BB9 8JF.

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Population

343

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 30,500 /yr

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Employed

40%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BB9 8JF 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.

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

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BB9 8JF's 60% ownership and 35-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending down 2.1% year-on-year.

home £95,000 median price shield Safety 3/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BB9 8JF is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Alexander Street, 0.7km from St. John's Place in Nelson (Pendle). Administratively it sits within Bradley ward and the Pendle constituency.

For families considering a move, BB9 8JF represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 35 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 32% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Pendle.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 51 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £95k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 2.1% year-on-year. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for BB9 8JF are sourced from Output Area E00127953 (shared with 8 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 8JF. The average age is 35.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British68.5%
Asian / British Asian27.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed3.8%

Economic Activity

40%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 85,000

17 sales · Mean £ 73,088

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

Crime around BB9 8JF is moderate at 51 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 offences105
Anti-social behaviour81
Criminal damage and arson34
Public order12
Other theft11

school Local Schools

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Pendle Community High School & College

Outstanding159 pupils0.2 km
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Pendle Vale College

Good1068 pupils0.2 km
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Ss John Fisher and Thomas More Roman Catholic High School

Requires Improvement783 pupils0.5 km
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Pendle View Primary School

Outstanding126 pupils0.5 km
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Castercliff Primary School

Good372 pupils0.6 km
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Bradley Primary School

Good416 pupils0.8 km
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Colne Primet Academy

Good746 pupils0.8 km
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Colne Primet Primary School

Good209 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

24 nearby
  • Marsden Park Cafe (Strawberry J & M)0.8 km
  • Asam0.9 km
  • Beer Hut1.0 km
  • Best One Convenience Store0.6 km
  • Colne Service Station0.2 km
  • + 19 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Asda Cafe0.7 km
  • Chunky Chicken0.4 km
  • Neerock Ltd0.4 km
  • Panku Colne0.5 km
  • Age UK Lancashire0.2 km
  • + 5 more
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Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Tasian City0.4 km
  • The Filling Station0.1 km
  • The China Chef0.9 km
  • Alfie's Takeaway0.4 km
  • Mayflower0.7 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Asda Stores Limited0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Short Homers Working Mens Club0.7 km
  • Spinning Mill0.2 km
  • Nelson Old Brass Band Club0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Nelson1.5 km
  • Colne1.6 km
  • Brierfield3.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Thorne Street0.1 km
  • Thorne Street0.1 km
  • Walton Lane0.2 km
  • Walton Lane0.2 km
  • New Street0.2 km