Living in BB4: Liveability Score 50/100
Rossendale, North West
Last updated 25 June 2026
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Score breakdown
Safety & Environment
Crime is around the national average. 4,056 offences recorded across 28 local areas in the past year.
Good conditions: clean air, low flood risk, and 459 green spaces within 2km.
Services
2 Outstanding, 21 Good out of 26 rated schools.
Healthcare ratings are broadly average. 2 GP surgeries and 1 hospital facility serve the area.
90% gigabit coverage; 96% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 5/10, around the national average.
Band D council tax £2,520/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are above average.
Transport
Limited public transport: primarily car-dependent.
Lifestyle
Relatively limited local amenities compared to the national average. Around 87 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
BB4 covers 1,336 active postcodes in Rossendale, North West.
Frequently asked questions
Is BB4 a safe area to live?
BB4 scores 47/100 for safety. Crime is around the national average. 4,056 offences recorded across 28 local areas in the past year.
What are the schools like in BB4?
Schools in BB4 score 56/100. 2 Outstanding, 21 Good out of 26 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in BB4?
Broadband in BB4 scores 63/100. 90% gigabit coverage; 96% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does BB4 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include OL13, BL0, BB5. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for BB4?
BB4 scores 50/100, rated "Average", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.
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