BB4 6QU is a mixed residential area located 0.2km from Oakley in Rawtenstall. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Longholme ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.
Day-to-day life in BB4 6QU has the character of a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 75 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for BB4 6QU are sourced from Output Area E00128840 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BB4 6QU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BB4 6QU.
328
39
£ 38,400 /yr
54%
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
Families dominate this postcode. With 71% owner-occupation and average age 39, BB4 6QU 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 6QU. The average age is 39.2. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BB4 6QU is moderate at 75 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.
school Local Schools
St Mary's CofE Primary School Rawtenstall
St James-the-Less Roman Catholic Primary School, Rawtenstall
Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School
Alder Grange School
Rawtenstall St Paul's Church of England Primary School
Rawtenstall Cribden House Community Special School
All Saints' Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
29 nearby- B & M Retail Ltd0.2 km
- Bargain World0.3 km
- Chicken Coop0.6 km
- Greggs Plc0.3 km
- M Harrison Butcher0.1 km
- + 24 more
Restaurant, Cafe
36 nearby- Blossom0.1 km
- LA TURKA BAR & BISTRO0.4 km
- Gate Of India0.6 km
- McDonald's0.3 km
- Alder Grange Community & Technology School (Kitchen)0.9 km
- + 31 more
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Casked Ale House & Ginporium0.1 km
- Boho0.4 km
- Hop0.4 km
- Northern Whisper Brewing Co. Ltd0.6 km
- Rawtenstall Conservative Club0.3 km
- + 6 more
Takeaway Shop
25 nearby- Incabab0.6 km
- Bread Shed0.2 km
- Burgerville0.4 km
- Crumb0.6 km
- Fresh0.4 km
- + 20 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Lidl Supermarket0.1 km
- Marks And Spencer PLC0.6 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd0.5 km
- Home Bargains0.5 km
- Asda Stores Ltd0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Accrington7.9 km
- Church & Oswaldtwistle8.8 km
- Huncoat8.8 km
Bus Stops
- Fire Station0.1 km
- Railway Station0.2 km
- Bus Station0.2 km
- Bacup Road Taxi Rank0.2 km
- Bus Station0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BB46QU · Data under Open Government Licence