BB4 6EX is a mixed residential area on Crabtree Terrace, 0.1km from New Hall Hey in Rawtenstall. Administratively it sits within Longholme ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.
For families considering a move, BB4 6EX represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 71 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £235k.
Census 2021 statistics for BB4 6EX are sourced from Output Area E00128835 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CRABTREE TERRACE, BB4 6EX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CRABTREE TERRACE, BB4 6EX.
270
47
£ 46,300 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 68% owner-occupation and average age 47, BB4 6EX has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB4 6EX. The average age is 47.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 235,000
4 sales · Mean £ 233,750
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BB4 6EX is moderate at 71 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School
Rawtenstall Cribden House Community Special School
All Saints' Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy
St James-the-Less Roman Catholic Primary School, Rawtenstall
St Mary's CofE Primary School Rawtenstall
Tor View School
Alder Grange School
Rawtenstall St Paul's Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- B & M Retail Ltd0.7 km
- Bargain World0.9 km
- Greggs Plc1.0 km
- M Harrison Butcher0.7 km
- Mooreys Health Store0.9 km
- + 6 more
Restaurant, Cafe
21 nearby- Blossom0.7 km
- North Street Restaurant0.9 km
- The Chocolate Cafe0.9 km
- Nila0.7 km
- St Mary's Chambers0.5 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
9 nearby- Blind Tiger0.6 km
- Tiki Tiger0.5 km
- Casked Ale House & Ginporium0.6 km
- Boho1.0 km
- Rawtenstall Conservative Club0.9 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
11 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.3 km
- Freddy's Chicken0.6 km
- Rehmans0.1 km
- Bread Shed0.4 km
- Burgerville0.6 km
- + 6 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Home Bargains0.3 km
- Lidl Supermarket0.7 km
- Marks And Spencer PLC0.4 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Accrington8.2 km
- Church & Oswaldtwistle8.9 km
- Entwistle9.1 km
Bus Stops
- Andrew Avenue0.0 km
- Andrew Avenue0.1 km
- Cherry Cres Hall0.1 km
- Cherry Cres Hall0.1 km
- Lavender Hill0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BB46EX · Data under Open Government Licence