Postcode Analysis Rossendale, North West

WALES ROAD, BB4 9DN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WALES ROAD, BB4 9DN.

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Population

377

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 36,800 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BB4 9DN 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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4/10
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4/10
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2/10
workEmployment
6/10
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3/10
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5/10
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7/10
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5/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BB4 9DN's 64% ownership and 44-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending down 37.2% year-on-year.

home £38,175 median price shield Safety 4/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BB4 9DN is a safe, established residential area on Wales Road, 0.3km from Sissclough in Rawtenstall. Administratively it sits within Whitewell ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.

For families considering a move, BB4 9DN represents 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. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 30 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £38k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 37.2% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BB4 9DN are sourced from Output Area E00128866 (shared with 18 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 9DN. The average age is 44.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.1%
Asian / British Asian2.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 35%
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

£ 38,175

3 sales · Mean £ 53,279

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

BB4 9DN has low crime rates — 30 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 offences49
Anti-social behaviour32
Criminal damage and arson9
Other theft8
Other crime5

school Local Schools

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St Anne's Church of England Primary School

Good185 pupils0.4 km
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St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Newchurch

Outstanding152 pupils0.6 km
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Waterfoot Primary School

Good316 pupils0.6 km
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Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School

Inadequate1291 pupils0.6 km
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The Valley Leadership Academy

Inadequate525 pupils0.7 km
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Staghills Nursery School

Outstanding104 pupils0.7 km
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Rawtenstall Newchurch Church of England Primary School

Good109 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Emily's Delicatessen0.9 km
  • Jo's Butty Shop0.9 km
  • M & N's Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Revive Mind/Body0.5 km
  • Simply Local0.7 km
  • + 6 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-Op Late Shop0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

15 nearby
  • Choice0.9 km
  • Kiran Takeaway Ltd0.2 km
  • Jojo's0.8 km
  • A & D Great Quality Food0.8 km
  • Big Papa's0.9 km
  • + 10 more
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Pub, NightClub

9 nearby
  • Rawtenstall Cricket Club0.8 km
  • The Joliies Pub Ltd0.5 km
  • Newchurch & Dist.Conservative0.8 km
  • Waterfoot Social Club0.8 km
  • Ye Olde Boot & Shoe Inn0.6 km
  • + 4 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • The Old Library Waterfoot CIC0.8 km
  • Bacup And Rawtenstall Grammar School0.6 km
  • CoCo's0.2 km
  • Connections Cafe0.9 km
  • Good As Gold Child Care Centre0.5 km
  • + 3 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Walsden9.4 km
  • Burnley Manchester Road9.5 km
  • Todmorden9.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Masons Arms0.1 km
  • Masons Arms0.1 km
  • Tom Lane0.2 km
  • Crabtree Avenue0.2 km
  • Crabtree Avenue0.2 km