Postcode Analysis Rossendale, North West

ST MARYS TERRACE, BB4 8SQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST MARYS TERRACE, BB4 8SQ.

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Population

328

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 38,400 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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1/10
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3/10
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5/10
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9/10
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4/10
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6/10
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7/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

BB4 8SQ is an established family neighbourhood — 71% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters. Property prices are trending up 17.0% year-on-year.

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

BB4 8SQ is a mixed residential area on St Marys Terrace, 0.2km from Oakley in Rawtenstall. Administratively it sits within Longholme ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 39) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 71% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 71 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £183k, up 17.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BB4 8SQ are sourced from Output Area E00128840 (shared with 13 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 8SQ. The average age is 39.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.6%
Asian / British Asian8.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 138,500

8 sales · Mean £ 142,250

Semi-Detached

£ 165,000

1 sales · Mean £ 165,000

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

Crime around BB4 8SQ is moderate at 71 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour91
Violence and sexual offences87
Other theft33
Shoplifting31
Public order20

school Local Schools

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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 pupils0.4 km
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Alder Grange School

Good846 pupils0.9 km
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Rawtenstall St Paul's Church of England Primary School

Good279 pupils0.9 km
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Rawtenstall Cribden House Community Special School

Outstanding90 pupils0.9 km
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Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School

Requires Improvement184 pupils0.9 km
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All Saints' Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy

Good490 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

29 nearby
  • B & M Retail Ltd0.2 km
  • Bargain World0.3 km
  • Chicken Coop0.6 km
  • Greggs Plc0.3 km
  • M Harrison Butcher0.2 km
  • + 24 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

36 nearby
  • Blossom0.2 km
  • LA TURKA BAR & BISTRO0.4 km
  • Gate Of India0.6 km
  • McDonald's0.3 km
  • Alder Grange Community & Technology School (Kitchen)0.9 km
  • + 31 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

11 nearby
  • Casked Ale House & Ginporium0.1 km
  • Boho0.4 km
  • Hop0.4 km
  • Northern Whisper Brewing Co. Ltd0.6 km
  • Rawtenstall Conservative Club0.3 km
  • + 6 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

25 nearby
  • Incabab0.6 km
  • Bread Shed0.3 km
  • Burgerville0.4 km
  • Crumb0.6 km
  • Fresh0.4 km
  • + 20 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Lidl Supermarket0.2 km
  • Marks And Spencer PLC0.6 km
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.5 km
  • Home Bargains0.5 km
  • Asda Stores Ltd0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Accrington7.9 km
  • Church & Oswaldtwistle8.7 km
  • Huncoat8.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Fire Station0.1 km
  • Railway Station0.2 km
  • Bus Station0.2 km
  • Bacup Road Taxi Rank0.2 km
  • Magistrates Court0.2 km