BB4 8NE is a safe, established residential area on Burnley Road, 0.2km from Rake Foot in Rawtenstall. Administratively it sits within Goodshaw ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.
For families considering a move, BB4 8NE represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £234k, down 12.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BB4 8NE are sourced from Output Area E00128721 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BURNLEY ROAD, BB4 8NE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BURNLEY ROAD, BB4 8NE.
282
42
£ 46,200 /yr
59%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BB4 8NE's 63% ownership and 42-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 12.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB4 8NE. The average age is 42.0. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 167,000
7 sales · Mean £ 186,685
Semi-Detached
£ 315,000
3 sales · Mean £ 326,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BB4 8NE has low crime rates — 41 incidents 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
Crawshawbooth Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Kays Food Ltd0.2 km
- Fenners Bakes0.8 km
- Fry's Fish And Chips0.0 km
- KB's0.0 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Fruit N Veg Place0.1 km
- Pleasant View Stores0.7 km
- It's Alive0.2 km
- Riley's Butchers0.4 km
- Rossendale Convenience Store0.0 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Black Dog0.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Crawshawbooth Community Centre0.3 km
- Crawshawbooth Methodist Church0.1 km
- Julie's Sandwich Shop0.0 km
- Lizzies Bar0.2 km
- Mondello's Ristorante0.0 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Accrington6.4 km
- Huncoat6.7 km
- Hapton6.8 km
Bus Stops
- Black Dog0.0 km
- Black Dog0.1 km
- Adelaide Street0.2 km
- Adelaide Street0.2 km
- Crawshaw Hall0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BB48NE · Data under Open Government Licence