BB4 8DF is a sought-after residential area on Meadowcroft Close, 0.0km from Reeds Holme in Rawtenstall. Administratively it sits within Cribden ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BB4, BB4 8DF offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 96% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £457k. 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 8DF are sourced from Output Area E00128684 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MEADOWCROFT CLOSE, BB4 8DF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MEADOWCROFT CLOSE, BB4 8DF.
597
39
£ 46,200 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BB4 8DF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. BB4 8DF's low deprivation rank, 96% ownership, and £457k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB4 8DF. 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 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
£ 445,000
5 sales · Mean £ 433,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BB4 8DF has low crime rates — 15 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.
school Local Schools
Rawtenstall St Paul's Church of England Primary School
Alder Grange School
Crawshawbooth Primary School
St Mary's CofE Primary School Rawtenstall
St James-the-Less Roman Catholic Primary School, Rawtenstall
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Rossendale Convenience Store0.9 km
- Village Premier1.0 km
- Fruit N Veg Place1.0 km
- J & K Food And Booze0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Alder Grange Community & Technology School (Kitchen)0.9 km
- Crawshawbooth Methodist Church0.8 km
- Julie's Sandwich Shop0.9 km
- Lizzies Bar1.0 km
- Mondello's Ristorante0.9 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Black Dog0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Kays Food Ltd1.0 km
- Fry's Fish And Chips0.9 km
- KB's0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Accrington6.8 km
- Huncoat7.3 km
- Hapton7.6 km
Bus Stops
- Reeds Close0.2 km
- Thorn Street0.3 km
- Spring Side0.3 km
- Thorn Street0.3 km
- Spring Side0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BB48DF · Data under Open Government Licence