BB4 8LB is a sought-after residential area on Hollin Way, 0.1km from Constable Lee in Rawtenstall. Administratively it sits within Cribden ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in BB4, BB4 8LB offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 93% 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 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £240k. 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 8LB are sourced from Output Area E00128685 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOLLIN WAY, BB4 8LB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLLIN WAY, BB4 8LB.
309
42
£ 46,200 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BB4 8LB 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 8LB's low deprivation rank, 93% ownership, and £240k 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 8LB. The average age is 42.4. 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 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
Semi-Detached
£ 202,500
3 sales · Mean £ 226,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BB4 8LB has low crime rates — 24 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
St Mary's CofE Primary School Rawtenstall
St James-the-Less Roman Catholic Primary School, Rawtenstall
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Bank Street News0.9 km
- Sweeties0.9 km
- The Crust0.8 km
- J & K Food And Booze0.4 km
- Bar Humbug0.8 km
- + 16 more
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Pizza Box0.8 km
- Incabab0.8 km
- Crumb0.8 km
- Fresh0.9 km
- Heng Ju0.6 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
14 nearby- St James The Less Parish Centre Luncheon Club0.4 km
- Gate Of India0.6 km
- Alder Grange Community & Technology School (Kitchen)0.3 km
- Asda Cafe (Compass Group (Eurest))0.8 km
- Bumba's Grill0.6 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Asda Stores Ltd0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Boho0.9 km
- Hop0.8 km
- Northern Whisper Brewing Co. Ltd0.8 km
- White Lion0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Accrington7.3 km
- Huncoat7.8 km
- Hapton8.1 km
Bus Stops
- Mitton Avenue0.1 km
- Mitton Avenue0.1 km
- Hollin Lane0.3 km
- Lime Tree Grove0.3 km
- Alder Grange CSS0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BB48LB · Data under Open Government Licence