BB4 9QW is a safe, established residential area on Ormerod Street, 0.1km from Water in Rossendale. Administratively it sits within Whitewell ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.
For families considering a move, BB4 9QW represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for BB4 9QW are sourced from Output Area E00128862 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ORMEROD STREET, BB4 9QW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORMEROD STREET, BB4 9QW.
298
38
£ 46,200 /yr
52%
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 9QW spans multiple life stages — average age 38, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB4 9QW. The average age is 38.1. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
BB4 9QW has low crime rates — 24 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
Water Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Christine Thomas & Daughters Trekking0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Commercial Hotel0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- The Water Trough0.0 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Shiva's Community Fridge0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Burnley Manchester Road6.4 km
- Burnley6.8 km
- Rose Grove7.1 km
Bus Stops
- County Primary School0.0 km
- Dean Lane0.1 km
- Dean Lane0.1 km
- Dean Lane0.1 km
- Lower House Green0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BB49QW · Data under Open Government Licence