BB4 8QY is a safe, established residential area on Burnley Road, 0.2km from Loveclough in Rawtenstall. Administratively it sits within Goodshaw ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.
For families considering a move, BB4 8QY represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £151k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 53.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for BB4 8QY are sourced from Output Area E00128723 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BURNLEY ROAD, BB4 8QY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BURNLEY ROAD, BB4 8QY.
302
44
£ 46,200 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BB4 8QY spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 53.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB4 8QY. The average age is 43.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 135,000
20 sales · Mean £ 140,912
Flat
£ 206,000
2 sales · Mean £ 206,000
Detached
£ 417,500
1 sales · Mean £ 417,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BB4 8QY has low crime rates — 22 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
Crawshawbooth Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Pleasant View Stores1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Fenners Bakes0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Cpa Social Club0.4 km
- Loveclough Working Mens Social Club0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hapton5.3 km
- Rose Grove5.4 km
- Huncoat5.5 km
Bus Stops
- Goodshaw Avenue North0.1 km
- Goodshaw Avenue North0.1 km
- Commercial Street0.2 km
- Commercial Street0.3 km
- Goodshaw Fold Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BB48QY · Data under Open Government Licence