Postcode Analysis Rossendale, North West

SWINSHAW COTTAGES, BB4 8RA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SWINSHAW COTTAGES, BB4 8RA.

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Population

302

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Avg Age

44

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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: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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3/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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7/10
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7/10
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Area Character

BB4 8RA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 77% 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 · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BB4 8RA is a safe, established residential area on Swinshaw Cottages, 0.5km from Loveclough in Rawtenstall. Administratively it sits within Goodshaw ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.

For families considering a move, BB4 8RA represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BB4 8RA are sourced from Output Area E00128723 (shared with 9 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 8RA. The average age is 43.6. 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 Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 41%
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.

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

BB4 8RA has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are vehicle crime and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Vehicle crime11
Violence and sexual offences9
Anti-social behaviour8
Other theft3
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Crawshawbooth Primary School

Good301 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Pleasant View Stores1.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Fenners Bakes0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Cpa Social Club0.6 km
  • Loveclough Working Mens Social Club0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hapton5.5 km
  • Rose Grove5.5 km
  • Huncoat5.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Greenfold Drive0.3 km
  • Goodshaw Avenue North0.3 km
  • Goodshaw Avenue North0.3 km
  • Commercial Street0.4 km
  • Commercial Street0.4 km