BB4 9TA is a safe, established residential area on Taylor Avenue, 0.1km from Piercy in Rawtenstall. Administratively it sits within Whitewell ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 66% 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. Property: With prices averaging £170k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for BB4 9TA are sourced from Output Area E00128865 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
TAYLOR AVENUE, BB4 9TA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for TAYLOR AVENUE, BB4 9TA.
278
39
£ 36,800 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BB4 9TA falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 66% owner-occupation and average age 39, BB4 9TA 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 9TA. The average age is 39.4. 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
Semi-Detached
£ 122,500
4 sales · Mean £ 132,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BB4 9TA has low crime rates — 24 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
The Valley Leadership Academy
Waterfoot Primary School
Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School
Rawtenstall Newchurch Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Revive Mind/Body0.7 km
- Simply Local0.8 km
- Mannings Bakers0.9 km
- Rowan's Butchers0.9 km
- The Old Tuck Shop0.8 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Kiran Takeaway Ltd0.2 km
- Strawz0.9 km
- FOODY PANTS0.9 km
- Indian Kitchen0.9 km
- Jasmine House0.8 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- The Joliies Pub Ltd0.8 km
- Ye Olde Boot & Shoe Inn0.9 km
- RAOB Club And Institute0.3 km
- The Boars Head0.6 km
- The Roebuck0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Bacup And Rawtenstall Grammar School0.9 km
- CoCo's0.5 km
- Good As Gold Child Care Centre0.8 km
- Frankie May's Cafe0.8 km
- The New Millenium Theatre0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Burnley Manchester Road9.3 km
- Walsden9.5 km
- Burnley9.7 km
Bus Stops
- Tom Lane0.1 km
- Tom Lane0.2 km
- Bridleway0.2 km
- Ashworth Lane0.2 km
- Baptist Church0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BB49TA · Data under Open Government Licence