Postcode Analysis Rossendale, North West

PARK ROAD, BB4 4AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PARK ROAD, BB4 4AR.

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Population

348

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 43,600 /yr

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Employed

59%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BB4 4AR is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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2/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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7/10
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2/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. BB4 4AR's low deprivation rank, 81% ownership, and £460k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

BB4 4AR is a sought-after residential area on Park Road, 0.5km from Hill End in Rossendale. Administratively it sits within Helmshore ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BB4, BB4 4AR offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 81% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £460k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for BB4 4AR are sourced from Output Area E00128803 (shared with 17 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 4AR. The average age is 41.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.4%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 47%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 535,000

3 sales · Mean £ 541,666

Semi-Detached

£ 362,500

1 sales · Mean £ 362,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

BB4 4AR has low crime rates — 8 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 offences8
Anti-social behaviour6
Vehicle crime2
Other crime1

school Local Schools

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Helmshore Primary School

Outstanding413 pupils0.6 km
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St Veronica's Roman Catholic Primary School, Helmshore

Outstanding164 pupils1.0 km
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Haslingden High School and Sixth Form

Good1583 pupils1.4 km
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Haslingden Broadway Primary School

Outstanding209 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

5 nearby
  • The Cotton House Hotel0.9 km
  • Ninja Coffee The Adrenaline Centre0.9 km
  • Village Stores Limited0.9 km
  • The Refectory0.8 km
  • The Mill Cafe0.2 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Premier Helmshore0.9 km
  • Neary's0.8 km
  • Megg Makes0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Sunnybank Social Club0.9 km
  • Station Hotel0.8 km
  • The Robin Hood Inn0.2 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Rabs Fish And Chips0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Entwistle6.2 km
  • Accrington7.3 km
  • Church & Oswaldtwistle7.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Museum0.3 km
  • Museum0.3 km
  • Holcombe Road0.3 km
  • Holcombe Road0.4 km
  • Airtours0.5 km