Postcode Analysis Rossendale, North West

LAWSON CLOSE, BB4 8FX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LAWSON CLOSE, BB4 8FX.

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Population

312

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 38,400 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BB4 8FX 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.

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3/10
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3/10
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5/10
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7/10
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2/10
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5/10
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3/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 63% owner-occupation and average age 44, BB4 8FX has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 11.3% year-on-year.

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

BB4 8FX is a safe, established residential area on Lawson Close, 0.3km from Constable Lee in Rawtenstall. Administratively it sits within Cribden ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 63% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £289k, up 11.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BB4 8FX are sourced from Output Area E00128691 (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 8FX. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.9%
Asian / British Asian5.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 199,000

7 sales · Mean £ 223,892

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

BB4 8FX has low crime rates — 42 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 offences48
Anti-social behaviour31
Public order11
Criminal damage and arson11
Burglary7

school Local Schools

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Rawtenstall St Paul's Church of England Primary School

Good279 pupils0.2 km
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Alder Grange School

Good846 pupils0.2 km
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St Mary's CofE Primary School Rawtenstall

Good191 pupils0.4 km
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St James-the-Less Roman Catholic Primary School, Rawtenstall

Good208 pupils0.5 km
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Rawtenstall Cribden House Community Special School

Outstanding90 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

26 nearby
  • Bank Street News0.6 km
  • Sweeties0.6 km
  • Market Fresh Fruit & Veg0.9 km
  • The Crust0.6 km
  • J & K Food And Booze0.1 km
  • + 21 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

26 nearby
  • Nila0.9 km
  • St Mary's Chambers0.9 km
  • Ninja Coffee Company Ltd0.7 km
  • St James The Less Parish Centre Luncheon Club0.1 km
  • The Stinky Chef Ltd0.8 km
  • + 21 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Pizza Box0.6 km
  • Old Man Greenwoods0.8 km
  • Incabab0.6 km
  • Crumb0.6 km
  • Fresh0.6 km
  • + 9 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Asda Stores Ltd0.5 km
  • Lidl Supermarket0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Casked Ale House & Ginporium0.9 km
  • Boho0.7 km
  • Hop0.5 km
  • Northern Whisper Brewing Co. Ltd0.6 km
  • Rawtenstall Conservative Club0.7 km
  • + 5 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Accrington7.3 km
  • Huncoat8.0 km
  • Church & Oswaldtwistle8.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Hollin Lane0.0 km
  • Prospect Road0.1 km
  • Holland Avenue0.2 km
  • Hollin Lane0.2 km
  • Rockcliffe Street0.2 km