Postcode Analysis Rossendale, North West

BURNLEY ROAD EAST, BB4 9QS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BURNLEY ROAD EAST, BB4 9QS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

334

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 46,200 /yr

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Employed

51%

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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10/10
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5/10
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1/10
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8/10
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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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7/10
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1/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates BB4 9QS — age 43, 76% ownership, 10% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £117k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

BB4 9QS is a safe, established residential area on Burnley Road East, 0.4km from Water in Rossendale. Administratively it sits within Whitewell ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £117k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for BB4 9QS are sourced from Output Area E00128869 (shared with 16 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 9QS. The average age is 42.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.6%
Asian / British Asian3.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 36%
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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 188,000

1 sales · Mean £ 188,000

Terraced

£ 47,000

1 sales · Mean £ 47,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

BB4 9QS has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour8
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Water Primary School

Good133 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Christine Thomas & Daughters Trekking0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Commercial Hotel0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • The Water Trough0.4 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Shiva's Community Fridge0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Burnley Manchester Road5.9 km
  • Burnley6.4 km
  • Rose Grove6.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Stony Hill0.1 km
  • Stony Hill0.1 km
  • Dean Lane0.4 km
  • Dean Lane0.4 km
  • Dean Lane0.4 km