Postcode Analysis Rossendale, North West

FAIRBANK WALK, BB4 8FA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FAIRBANK WALK, BB4 8FA.

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Population

169

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 46,200 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BB4 8FA 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.

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10/10
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8/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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9/10
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1/10
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9/10
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10/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates BB4 8FA — age 39, 91% ownership, 3% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £387k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

BB4 8FA is a safe, established residential area on Fairbank Walk, 0.4km from Goodshaw Chapel in Rawtenstall. Administratively it sits within Goodshaw ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in BB4, BB4 8FA offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. An average age of 39 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 91% 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £387k.

Census 2021 statistics for BB4 8FA are sourced from Output Area E00128724 (shared with 11 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 8FA. The average age is 39.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.9%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.9%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 387,500

2 sales · Mean £ 387,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

BB4 8FA has low crime rates — 23 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 offences14
Anti-social behaviour12
Vehicle crime12
Public order4
Other theft3

school Local Schools

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Crawshawbooth Primary School

Good301 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Pleasant View Stores0.7 km
  • Riley's Butchers0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Fenners Bakes0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Loveclough Working Mens Social Club0.7 km
  • Cpa Social Club0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Hapton5.7 km
  • Rose Grove5.8 km
  • Huncoat5.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Greenfold Drive0.1 km
  • Goodshaw Avenue0.2 km
  • Goodshaw Fold Road0.3 km
  • Goodshaw Avenue0.3 km
  • Goodshaw Fold Road0.3 km