Broad Clough on the map

Location in LancashireBroad Clough sits where the marker shows within the county.

16,369
Population
6,611
Households
3 / 10
Deprivation decile
More deprived
12
Schools nearby
£42,074
Avg. household income
508
Businesses
723
People per km²
Create a free area profile for Broad CloughDownload or embed an infographic of these statistics →

About Broad Clough

Broad Clough is a small settlement located in the Ribble Valley district of Lancashire, England. It lies within the OL13 postcode area and is situated near the village of Whalley. The area is characterised by its rural setting, with open fields and scattered residential properties. The name 'Broad Clough' suggests a wide valley or hollow, typical of the local topography. The community is quiet and largely residential, with a mix of older and more modern homes. The surrounding countryside offers walking opportunities and is part of the broader landscape of the West Pennine Moors. While it does not have a large commercial centre, it benefits from proximity to nearby towns such as Clitheroe and Blackburn, which provide essential services and amenities. The area is accessible by road and is served by local bus routes.

School Ratings in Broad Clough

Families in Broad Clough have access to 60 local 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 Broad Clough

Homes sell for an average of £166K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £103K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Broad Clough

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Broad Clough, with 28 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Broad Clough

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Broad Clough within the more deprived parts of England. A higher proportion of working-age residents face employment challenges compared to the national picture. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Healthcare in Broad Clough

There are 4 GP surgeries within three miles of Broad Clough, the nearest being Irwell Medical Practice (0.6 miles away).

Local Data for Broad Clough

Dig deeper into the area around Broad Clough with our free postcode tools.

Food Hygiene Ratings Hygiene scores for cafes, takeaways and shops Nearest GP Surgery Find the GP surgeries closest to a postcode Compare Areas Put two areas head to head House Prices Recent sale prices and trends

Property Prices 2,648 sales

Average Price £166K
£450 , £4.41M
Detached £276K 518
Semi £160K 524
Terraced £103K 1,358
Flat £103K 31

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

35 Primary
7 Secondary
18 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 6
Requires improvement 1
Inadequate 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the OL13 postcode area.

Bacup Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.3 miles Bacup Thorn Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles The Maden Community & Children's Centre Outstanding 0.5 miles Northern Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary Inadequate 0.8 miles Bacup St Saviour's Community Primary School Primary Good 1 miles St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Stacksteads, Bacup Primary 1.1 miles Sharneyford Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Bacup Holy Trinity Stacksteads Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Britannia Community Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles The Valley Leadership Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 1.6 miles St Anne's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles

Household Income in Broad Clough ONS 2023

The average total household income in Broad Clough is approximately £42,074 a year before tax, 24% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,904. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Broad Clough £42,074
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £31,904.

Businesses in Broad Clough ONS 2025

There are approximately 508 active businesses based in Broad Clough, around 31 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 8 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

508 Total businesses
31 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 90%
Small, 10-49 7%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Broad Clough IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Broad Clough 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
3/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
3/10
Children 0-15 20%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 18%
3,342 Children (0-15) 20%
10,147 Working Age 62%
2,884 Older (65+) 18%
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 Broad Clough 189 crimes · April 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Broad Clough 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 87
Anti-Social Behaviour 28
Criminal Damage & Arson 23
Public Order 12
Other Theft 8
Vehicle Crime 7
Drugs 6
Shoplifting 6
Burglary 4
Theft from Person 3
Robbery 2
Other Crime 2
Bicycle Theft 1
Local Policing
Lancashire Bacup 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

Todmorden Train Station 4.4 miles
Walsden Train Station 4.4 miles
Burnley Manchester Road Train Station 5.7 miles
Burnley Central Train Station 6.1 miles
Littleborough Train Station 6.3 miles
Rose Grove Train Station 6.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Greave 0.6 miles Bacup 0.6 miles Huttock Top 0.6 miles Rockcliffe 0.9 miles Belgrave 1.2 miles Sharneyford 1.4 miles Higher Hogshead 1.4 miles Weir 1.4 miles Dean 1.4 miles Nun Hills 1.4 miles Rake Head 1.8 miles Stacksteads 1.8 miles

Local Government

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

Home Ownership in Broad Clough

Of the 7,056 households in and around Broad Clough, 63% are owned, 17% are socially rented and 20% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 63% Social rented 17% Private rented 20%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Broad Clough.

Frequently Asked Questions about Broad Clough

What is the population of Broad Clough?
Broad Clough has a population of approximately 16,369 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Broad Clough?
The average property in and around Broad Clough sold for about £166,219, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 52% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Broad Clough a deprived area?
Broad Clough sits among the more deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 3 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Broad Clough?
Broad Clough is covered by the OL13 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Broad Clough?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Broad Clough, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Broad Clough?
The nearest railway station to Broad Clough is Todmorden Train Station, about 4.4 miles away.

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