About Britannia

Britannia is a small settlement located in the county of Lancashire, within the north-west of England. It falls within the OL13 postcode area, which serves the surrounding rural communities. The area is characterised by its agricultural landscape, with open fields and scattered farmsteads typical of the Lancashire countryside. While not a large population centre, Britannia is part of a wider network of villages and hamlets that contribute to the region’s rural character. The local environment reflects the traditional farming heritage of the area, with a mix of arable land and pasture. There are no major landmarks or tourist attractions in Britannia itself, but it is situated within easy reach of larger towns such as Clitheroe and Blackburn. The community is quiet and residential, with a focus on local amenities and a close-knit atmosphere.

School Ratings in Britannia

Britannia is served by 83 schools. The Maden Community & Children's Centre and Bacup Nursery School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Britannia

Property prices average £158K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £99K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Britannia

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Britannia, with 33 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Britannia

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Britannia is among the more deprived areas nationally. The area sees higher levels of employment deprivation, with more residents excluded from the labour market. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Britannia

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Britannia, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,764 sales

Average Price £158K
£450 — £1.43M
Detached £268K 573
Semi £161K 507
Terraced £99K 1,414
Flat £90K 40

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

51 Primary
8 Secondary
24 Other
Britannia Community Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles St John With St Michael Church of England Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Bacup St Saviour's Community Primary School Primary Good 1 miles St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary Inadequate 1 miles The Maden Community & Children's Centre Outstanding 1.3 miles Bacup Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 1.5 miles Bacup Thorn Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Sharneyford Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles Our Lady and St Anselm's Roman Catholic Primary School, Whitworth Primary Good 1.7 miles St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Stacksteads, Bacup Primary 1.8 miles Bacup Holy Trinity Stacksteads Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Northern Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Britannia IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Britannia as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
3/10
4,238 Children (0-15) 20%
13,116 Working Age 62%
5,139 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 43.2% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 20.6% 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 Britannia 166 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Britannia is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

64 Violence & Sexual Offences
33 Anti-Social Behaviour
15 Criminal Damage & Arson
14 Shoplifting
9 Other Theft
8 Burglary
8 Public Order
5 Other Crime
4 Drugs
3 Weapons
2 Vehicle Crime
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Lancashire Britannia & Lee Mill 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

Walsden Train Station 3.1 miles
Todmorden Train Station 3.5 miles
Littleborough Train Station 4.5 miles
Smithy Bridge Train Station 4.8 miles
Rochdale Train Station 5.6 miles
Castleton (Manchester) Train Station 6.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Trough Gate 0 yards Higher Hogshead 0.6 miles Rockcliffe 0.9 miles Shawforth 0.9 miles Belgrave 1.2 miles Facit 1.2 miles Millgate 1.2 miles Bacup 1.4 miles Huttock Top 1.4 miles Greave 1.4 miles Broad Clough 1.8 miles Clough Foot 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Rossendale
County Lancashire
Ward Greensclough
Constituency Rossendale and Darwen
Parish Rossendale, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in OL13 30 shown View all streets

A681 5 Abbey Street 1 Acorn Street 1 Acre Avenue 1 Acre Mill Road 2 Acre View 1 Albert Terrace 4 Alder Street 1 Alma Street 2 Anderson Close 2 Anvil Street 2 Arthur Street 1 Ash Street 1 Ashworth Street 2 Atherton Street 1 Atherton Way 1 Back Hope Street 1 Back Rushton Street 1 Bacup Old Road 2 Baldwin Street 1 Bank House Lane 2 Bankfield Street 2 Bankside Close 1 Bankside Lane 7 Beaufort Road 2 Beaumont Close 1 Beaver Terrace 2 Beech Close 1 Beech Street 1 Birch Street 1

Postcodes in OL13 50 shown View all postcodes

OL13 0AA OL13 0AD OL13 0AH OL13 0AJ OL13 0AL OL13 0AR OL13 0AS OL13 0AT OL13 0AU OL13 0AW OL13 0AX OL13 0AY OL13 0AZ OL13 0BA OL13 0BB OL13 0BD OL13 0BE OL13 0BF OL13 0BG OL13 0BH OL13 0BJ OL13 0BL OL13 0BN OL13 0BQ OL13 0BT OL13 0BU OL13 0BW OL13 0BX OL13 0BY OL13 0BZ OL13 0DB OL13 0DD OL13 0DE OL13 0DF OL13 0DH OL13 0DL OL13 0DN OL13 0DP OL13 0DR OL13 0DS OL13 0DU OL13 0DW OL13 0EA OL13 0EB OL13 0EE OL13 0EF OL13 0EG OL13 0EH OL13 0EL OL13 0EN