Is BB4 8FY a safe place to live?

Yes, BB4 8FY is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 30 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of BB4 8FY?

The population for the BB4 8FY area is approximately 365 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Rossendale, North West

BB4 8FY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BB4 8FY.

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Population

365

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 46,200 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BB4 8FY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10

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9/10

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1/10

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10/10

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1/10

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9/10

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1/10

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8/10

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4/10

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Area Character

BB4 8FY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 37, 90% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BB4 8FY is a safe, established residential area located 0.5km from Love Clough in Rawtenstall. Administratively it sits within Goodshaw ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.

For families considering a move, BB4 8FY represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BB4 8FY are sourced from Output Area E00128725 (shared with 14 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 BB4 8FY. The average age is 37.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.7%

Asian / British Asian0.5%

Black / African / Caribbean0.5%

Other / Mixed2.2%

Economic Activity

55%Active

FT: 40%

Unemployed: 0%

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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

BB4 8FY 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 offences6

Anti-social behaviour4

Criminal damage and arson1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby

Loveclough Working Mens Social Club0.5 km
Cpa Social Club0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Hapton4.7 km
Huncoat4.8 km
Rose Grove5.1 km