BB4 9LQ is a safe, established residential area on Burnley Road East, 0.1km from Whitewell Bottom in Rawtenstall. Administratively it sits within Whitewell ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.
For families considering a move, BB4 9LQ represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 38 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 65% 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 £170k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for BB4 9LQ are sourced from Output Area E00128864 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BURNLEY ROAD EAST, BB4 9LQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BURNLEY ROAD EAST, BB4 9LQ.
433
38
£ 36,800 /yr
53%
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
Families dominate this postcode. With 65% owner-occupation and average age 38, BB4 9LQ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £170k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB4 9LQ. The average age is 37.7. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 123,000
17 sales · Mean £ 129,500
Detached
£ 353,000
1 sales · Mean £ 353,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BB4 9LQ 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.
school Local Schools
St Anne's Church of England Primary School
St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Newchurch
Staghills Nursery School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- AJ's Corner Shop0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- RAOB Club And Institute0.6 km
- The Roebuck0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Burnley Manchester Road8.3 km
- Burnley8.8 km
- Rose Grove8.8 km
Bus Stops
- Community Centre0.0 km
- Community Centre0.1 km
- West View Road0.2 km
- Foxhill Drive0.2 km
- West View Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BB49LQ · Data under Open Government Licence