BB4 7SL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hurst Lane, 0.4km from Alder Grange in Rawtenstall. Administratively it sits within Cribden ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.
For families considering a move, BB4 7SL represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 44 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BB4 7SL are sourced from Output Area E00128686 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HURST LANE, BB4 7SL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HURST LANE, BB4 7SL.
363
41
£ 38,400 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BB4 7SL represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
BB4 7SL is an established family neighbourhood — 64% owner-occupation and an average age of 41 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB4 7SL. The average age is 41.4. 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)
BB4 7SL has low crime rates — 44 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.
school Local Schools
St Mary's CofE Primary School Rawtenstall
Rawtenstall St Paul's Church of England Primary School
Alder Grange School
St James-the-Less Roman Catholic Primary School, Rawtenstall
Rawtenstall Cribden House Community Special School
Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
29 nearby- Bank Street News0.1 km
- Sweeties0.1 km
- Market Fresh Fruit & Veg0.4 km
- The Crust0.1 km
- J & K Food And Booze0.6 km
- + 24 more
Restaurant, Cafe
32 nearby- Nila0.5 km
- St Mary's Chambers0.7 km
- Ninja Coffee Company Ltd0.8 km
- St James The Less Parish Centre Luncheon Club0.6 km
- The Stinky Chef Ltd0.4 km
- + 27 more
Takeaway Shop
22 nearby- Pizza Box0.1 km
- Old Man Greenwoods0.4 km
- Xeenaz Kebab And Pizza0.5 km
- Incabab0.1 km
- Bread Shed0.8 km
- + 17 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda Stores Ltd0.2 km
- Lidl Supermarket0.5 km
- Aldi Stores Ltd1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Rossendale Sports Club0.7 km
- Casked Ale House & Ginporium0.5 km
- Boho0.2 km
- Hop0.1 km
- Northern Whisper Brewing Co. Ltd0.1 km
- + 6 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Accrington7.8 km
- Huncoat8.6 km
- Church & Oswaldtwistle8.7 km
Bus Stops
- Crankshaw Street0.0 km
- Bank St0.1 km
- Bank Street0.1 km
- Market0.1 km
- Union Street0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: BB47SL · Data under Open Government Licence