Railway Terrace is in Rossendale and in Rossendale district. BB4 6HP is located in the Longholme electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rossendale and Darwen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Railway Terrace, Rossendale, BB4 6HP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB4 6HL, BB4 6HW, BB4 6HJ, BB4 6HQ, BB4 6EX, BB4 6DH, BB4 6DD, BB4 6ET, BB4 6EU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around BB4 6HP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.5% | 51.2% | -0.3% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 48.5% | 48.8% | 0.3% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of BB4 6HP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.2% | 27.7% | 2.5% | 37.9% | -10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.8% | 52.9% | -2.9% | 44.2% | 8.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 6.3% | -2.8% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 9.5% | 8.8% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 43.8% | 45% | 1.2% | 48.4% | -3.4% |
| Good health | 36% | 34.6% | -1.4% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 13.8% | -1.4% | 12.7% | 1.1% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 4.7% | 1.3% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.2% | 13% | -5.2% | 18.2% | -5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.6% | 6.7% | -6.9% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 14.7% | -0.2% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 22.7% | 11.1% | 16.9% | 5.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.4% | 35.7% | -0.7% | 33.8% | 1.9% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.1% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.5% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 5.4% | 2.4% | -3.0% | 1.1% | 1.3% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 1.7% | 4.7% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 90.2% | 90.5% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 9.1% |
In this area, 96.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.6% | 96.6% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 1.3% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 96.6% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0.3% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.2% | 76.7% | 12.5% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 8.4% | 13.5% | -5.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.4% | 37.2% | 0.2% |
| Christian | 51.2% | 46.2% | 5.0% |
| Muslim | 7.7% | 6.5% | 1.2% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Railway Terrace was 293.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 495.3% higher than the Goodshaw & Cribden average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Railway Terrace has the 3rd highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Goodshaw & Cribden and the 5th highest crime rate of 224 local areas in Rossendale .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 58.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Railway Terrace, Rossendale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-09-09 | £130,267 |
| 3 Railway Terrace, Rossendale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-06-16 | £164,463 |
| 13 Railway Terrace, Rossendale, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2015-08-25 | £100,588 |
| 15 Railway Terrace, Rossendale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £69,500 | 2014-12-12 | £122,562 |
| 17 Railway Terrace, Rossendale, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £83,000 | 2014-05-09 | £151,643 |
BB4 6HP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in BB4 6HP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillside Nursery School Cedar Avenue , Haslingden BB4 5NH | 3out of 4 | 1,677 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Staghills Nursery School Top Barn Lane , Newchurch BB4 7UE | 4out of 4 | 2,693 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School Linden Lea , Rawtenstall BB4 6DX | 4out of 4 | 693 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James-the-Less Roman Catholic Primary School, Rawtenstall Unity Way , Rawtenstall BB4 8SU | 3out of 4 | 868 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School Rawtenstall Haslingden Old Road , Rawtenstall BB4 8RZ | 3out of 4 | 933 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rawtenstall St Paul's Church of England Primary School Calder Road , BB4 8HW | 3out of 4 | 1,495 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Haslingden Lime Road , Haslingden BB4 5NP | 4out of 4 | 1,576 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints' Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy Haslingden Road , Rawtenstall BB4 6SJ | - not rated | 826 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Alder Grange School Calder Road , Rawtenstall BB4 8HW | 3out of 4 | 1,573 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Haslingden High School and Sixth Form Broadway , Haslingden BB4 4EY | 3out of 4 | 2,056 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar School Glen Road , Waterfoot BB4 7BJ | 4out of 4 | 3,481 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Valley Leadership Academy Fearns Moss , OL13 0TG | 1out of 4 | 4,019 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont School Haslingden Road , Rawtenstall BB4 6RX | - not rated | 495 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Rawtenstall Cribden House Community Special School Haslingden Road , Rawtenstall BB4 6RX | 4out of 4 | 577 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tor View School Clod Lane , Haslingden BB4 6LR | 4out of 4 | 1,469 yd | Academy special converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Valley College Clod Lane , BB4 6LR | - not rated | 1,475 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inside Out | Unit B, New Hall Hey Road | 72 yd | |
| Bobhead Ltd | Unit 30, New Hall Hey Business Park | 121 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Unit 4, Swanney Lodge Road | 126 yd | |
| The Fire Pit | Station House, New Hall Hey Road | 239 yd | |
| Buffer Stops | East Lancashire Railway, Bury Road | 239 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cobblers | The Cobblers, New Hall Hey Road | 311 yd | |
| Shepherd's Inn | Shepherds Inn, 225 Haslingden Road | 385 yd | |
| Tiki Tiger | 28 Bury Road, Rawtenstall | 457 yd | |
| Blind Tiger | 1 Brook Street, Bury Road | 541 yd | |
| Casked Ale House & Ginporium | 14 - 16 Bury Road, Rawtenstall | 546 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 6, Swanney Lodge Road | 113 yd | |
| Rehmans | 114 Bury Road, Rawtenstall | 232 yd | |
| Rio's Pizza | 110 Bury Road, Rawtenstall | 232 yd | |
| The Cafe Coach | East Lancashire Railway, Bury Road | 239 yd | |
| Bread Shed | 54 - 56 Bury Road, Rawtenstall | 332 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Bargains | Unit 7, Swanney Lodge Road | 94 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Unit 8, Swanney Lodge Road | 132 yd | |
| Marks And Spencer PLC | Unit 1A, Swanney Lodge Road | 254 yd | |
| Lidl Supermarket | Bacup Road, Rawtenstall | 636 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | Holly Mount Way, Rawtenstall | 967 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fit Therapy (Closed) New Hall Hey Road | health and fitness suite | 98 yd |
| New Hall Hey Cricket Ground New Hall Hey Road | grass pitches | 111 yd |
| Accrington And Rossendale College (Haslingden Road Campus) (Closed) Haslingden Road | 298 yd | |
| Riverside Health Club HURSTWOOD COURT HURSTWOOD COURT NEW HALL HEY ROAD | health and fitness suite | 358 yd |
| Barlowfold Recreation Ground BARLOW FOLD | grass pitches | 523 yd |
| Whitaker Park BARNES AVENUE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 577 yd |
| Balladen Community Primary School LINDEN LEA | grass pitches | 624 yd |
| Ski Rossendale HASLINGDEN OLD ROAD | ski slopes | 869 yd |
| Kay Street Baptist Church KAY STREET | 892 yd | |
| St Marys School HASLINGDEN OLD ROAD | grass pitches | 923 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 24.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 47.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.