Postcode Analysis Rossendale, North West

BB4 9RX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BB4 9RX.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

334

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 46,200 /yr

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Employed

51%

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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5/10
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1/10
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8/10
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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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1/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BB4 9RX spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

BB4 9RX is a safe, established residential area located 0.1km from Forest Holme in Rossendale. Administratively it sits within Whitewell ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BB4 9RX are sourced from Output Area E00128869 (shared with 16 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 9RX. The average age is 42.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.6%
Asian / British Asian3.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 36%
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.

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

BB4 9RX has low crime rates — 24 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.

Anti-social behaviour9
Violence and sexual offences6
Public order3
Criminal damage and arson2
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Water Primary School

Good133 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Christine Thomas & Daughters Trekking0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Hargreaves Arms Pub & Restaurant0.9 km
  • The Commercial Hotel0.2 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • The Water Trough0.2 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Shiva's Community Fridge0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Burnley Manchester Road6.6 km
  • Burnley7.0 km
  • Rose Grove7.3 km

Bus Stops

  • County Primary School0.2 km
  • Lower House Green0.2 km
  • Lower House Green0.2 km
  • Dean Lane0.3 km
  • Dean Lane0.3 km