L40 1BB is a sought-after residential area on Manor House Close, 0.1km from Rufford in Rufford (West Lancashire). Administratively it sits within Rufford ward and the South Ribble constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in L40, L40 1BB offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 51 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 76% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £314k, down 17.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for L40 1BB are sourced from Output Area E00129466 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MANOR HOUSE CLOSE, L40 1BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MANOR HOUSE CLOSE, L40 1BB.
357
51
£ 41,400 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: L40 1BB is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. L40 1BB's low deprivation rank, 76% ownership, and £314k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 17.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for L40 1BB. The average age is 50.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 305,000
3 sales · Mean £ 295,666
Semi-Detached
£ 452,500
1 sales · Mean £ 452,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
L40 1BB has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Rufford CofE School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- R Sephton & Son0.2 km
- Causeway Farm Shop1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Hesketh Arms0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Boathouse Brasserie0.1 km
- Manor House Farm Bed & Breakfast0.1 km
- Rufford Old Hall0.4 km
- Tastebuds0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Rufford0.5 km
- Burscough Bridge3.8 km
- Hoscar4.2 km
Bus Stops
- Church Road0.1 km
- Church Road0.1 km
- Hesketh Arms0.2 km
- Station0.2 km
- Rufford Station0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: L401BB · Data under Open Government Licence