About Barrowford

Barrowford is a small town in Lancashire, England, located in the Ribble Valley. It lies just off the A683, a road connecting it to nearby towns such as Clitheroe and Burnley. The town is known for its historic mill buildings, many of which date back to the 19th century and reflect its industrial past in the textile trade. The River Ribble flows through the area, offering walking paths and a peaceful setting for locals and visitors alike. Barrowford has a range of local shops, pubs, and cafes, contributing to a close-knit community atmosphere. The postcode area BB9 covers the town and surrounding rural parts of the valley. It is a practical and accessible location for those exploring the wider Lancashire countryside.

School Ratings in Barrowford

Families in Barrowford have access to 110 local schools. Walton Lane Nursery School & Children's Centre, Walton Lane Nursery School and East Lancashire Learning Group are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 19 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barrowford

Homes sell for an average of £129K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £83K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barrowford

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Barrowford, with 97 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Barrowford

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barrowford within the more deprived parts of England. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Barrowford

Barrowford benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,065 sales

Average Price £129K
£220 — £5.6M
Detached £285K 540
Semi £149K 1,197
Terraced £83K 3,869
Flat £105K 112

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

56 Primary
11 Secondary
43 Other
Pendleside Children's Centre 0.2 miles Barrowford School Primary Good 0.2 miles Barrowford St Thomas Church of England Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.2 miles Grow Independent School Good 0.3 miles East Lancashire Learning Group 16 plus Outstanding 0.5 miles Holy Saviour Roman Catholic Primary School, Nelson Primary Good 0.6 miles Bradley Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Bradley Nursery School Nursery Good 0.9 miles Lomeshaye Junior School Primary Good 1 miles Al-Ikhlaas Primary School Good 1 miles Roughlee Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Nelson St Philip's Church of England Primary School Primary 1.1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Barrowford IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Barrowford experiences higher levels of deprivation than much of England. Employment and income indicators fall below the national average, though the area benefits from targeted regeneration and community support programmes.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
3/10
Health
4/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
2/10
13,652 Children (0-15) 23%
34,591 Working Age 59%
12,837 Older (60+) 22%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 48.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 28.2% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Barrowford 459 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Barrowford are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.

193 Violence & Sexual Offences
97 Anti-Social Behaviour
29 Other Theft
28 Criminal Damage & Arson
23 Burglary
20 Public Order
19 Drugs
14 Shoplifting
13 Vehicle Crime
13 Other Crime
4 Robbery
3 Weapons
2 Bicycle Theft
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Lancashire Barrowford & Pendleside Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Colne Train Station 1.5 miles
Brierfield Train Station 2.1 miles
Burnley Central Train Station 4.1 miles
Burnley Barracks Train Station 4.5 miles
Burnley Manchester Road Train Station 4.6 miles
Rose Grove Train Station 5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Lowerford 0 yards Newbridge 0.6 miles Higherford 0.9 miles Roughlee 0.9 miles Blacko 1.2 miles Little Marsden 1.2 miles Wheatley Lane 1.4 miles Nelson 1.4 miles Lomeshaye 1.4 miles Church Clough 1.9 miles Newchurch in Pendle 1.9 miles Barley 2 miles

Local Government

District Pendle
County Lancashire
Ward Whitefield & Walverden
Constituency Pendle
Parish Nelson
Region North West

Streets in BB9 30 shown View all streets

Ada Street 1 Airton Garth 1 Albert Street 6 Albion Street 5 Alexander Street 1 Alpha Street 2 Andrew Road 1 Ann Street 2 Appleby Drive 2 Applegarth 1 Arncliffe Grove 1 Arnold Close 1 Arthur Street 6 Ash Tree Grove 1 Ash Tree Walk 1 Ashfield Close 1 Ashford Street 2 Ashton Drive 1 Avondale Road 1 Back Church Street 1 Back Clayton Street 2 Back Commercial Street 3 Back East Bank 1 Back Harry Street 3 Back Scotland Road 1 Baldwin Street 2 Balfour Close 1 Ball Street 1 Bamford Street 1 Bank Fold 1

Postcodes in BB9 50 shown View all postcodes

BB9 0AA BB9 0AB BB9 0AE BB9 0AG BB9 0AH BB9 0AJ BB9 0AL BB9 0AN BB9 0AP BB9 0AQ BB9 0AR BB9 0AS BB9 0AT BB9 0AU BB9 0AW BB9 0AX BB9 0AY BB9 0AZ BB9 0BA BB9 0BB BB9 0BE BB9 0BG BB9 0BH BB9 0BJ BB9 0BL BB9 0BN BB9 0BP BB9 0BQ BB9 0BS BB9 0BT BB9 0BU BB9 0BW BB9 0BX BB9 0BY BB9 0BZ BB9 0DA BB9 0DB BB9 0DD BB9 0DE BB9 0DF BB9 0DG BB9 0DL BB9 0DN BB9 0DQ BB9 0DR BB9 0DS BB9 0DT BB9 0DU BB9 0DX BB9 0DY