Postcode Analysis Rossendale, North West

FAIRVIEW, BB4 8LD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FAIRVIEW, BB4 8LD.

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Population

387

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 46,200 /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 8LD 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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9/10
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6/10
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4/10
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5/10
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2/10
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7/10
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1/10
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9/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BB4 8LD combines high owner-occupation (88%), strong property values (£177k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £177k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

BB4 8LD is a sought-after residential area on Fairview, 0.3km from Reeds Holme in Rawtenstall. Administratively it sits within Cribden ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.

For serious buyers, BB4 8LD is a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 88% 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 17 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £177k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 8LD are sourced from Output Area E00128690 (shared with 17 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 8LD. The average age is 41.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.3%
Asian / British Asian7.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 32%
Unemployed: 2%
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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

Terraced

£ 177,099

1 sales · Mean £ 177,099

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

BB4 8LD has low crime rates — 17 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 behaviour5
Burglary4
Criminal damage and arson4
Vehicle crime4

school Local Schools

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Rawtenstall St Paul's Church of England Primary School

Good279 pupils0.8 km
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Alder Grange School

Good846 pupils0.8 km
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St Mary's CofE Primary School Rawtenstall

Good191 pupils1.1 km
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St James-the-Less Roman Catholic Primary School, Rawtenstall

Good208 pupils1.1 km
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Crawshawbooth Primary School

Good301 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Gate Of India1.0 km
  • Alder Grange Community & Technology School (Kitchen)0.8 km
  • Bumba's Grill1.0 km
  • St James The Less Parish Centre Luncheon Club0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Spar Stores1.0 km
  • J & K Food And Booze0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Heng Ju1.0 km
  • Spicemaster1.0 km
  • Subway Rossendale1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • White Lion1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Accrington6.7 km
  • Huncoat7.4 km
  • Hapton7.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Thorn Street0.1 km
  • Thorn Street0.1 km
  • Lime Tree Grove0.2 km
  • Lime Tree Grove0.3 km
  • Spring Side0.4 km