Chatterton, Lancashire | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Chatterton

Chatterton is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, in the north-west of England. It lies within the wider area of the Ribble Valley, known for its rural landscapes and agricultural heritage. The village is situated near the River Ribble and is close to the town of Clitheroe, which offers local amenities and a market square. Chatterton is part of the BL0 postcode area, which covers several surrounding villages and hamlets. The area is characterised by traditional stone and brick buildings, many of which date back to the 18th and 19th centuries. The local community is active, with regular events held at the village hall and nearby church. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and cycling, with footpaths connecting to nearby villages and the River Ribble. Chatterton remains a quiet, residential settlement with a strong sense of local identity.

School Ratings in Chatterton

Chatterton is served by 81 schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Chatterton

Property prices average £255K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £198K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chatterton

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Chatterton, with 1 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chatterton

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Chatterton falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Chatterton

There are 10 GP surgeries within three miles of Chatterton, the nearest being Ramsbottom Medical Practice (1 miles away).

Local Data for Chatterton

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Property Prices 2,870 sales

Average Price £255K

£250 , £3.28M

Detached £402K 566

Semi £255K 588

Terraced £198K 1,256

Flat £186K 289

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

51 Primary

9 Secondary

21 Other

Good 3

Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BL0 postcode area.

Ramsbottom Stubbins Primary School Primary 0.1 miles Woodlands Not applicable Requires Improvement 0.7 miles Edenfield Church of England Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Peel Brow School Primary Requires Improvement 1 miles St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Ramsbottom, a Voluntary Academy Primary 1.3 miles St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Ramsbottom Primary Good 1.3 miles Emmanuel Holcombe Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles Rossendale School Not applicable Good 1.4 miles Hazlehurst Primary Academy Primary 1.8 miles Darul Uloom Al Arabiya Al Islamiya Not applicable Good 1.9 miles Haslingden High School and Sixth Form Secondary Good 1.9 miles St Veronica's Roman Catholic Primary School, Helmshore Primary Good 1.9 miles

Household Income in Chatterton ONS 2023

The average total household income in Chatterton is approximately £53,684 a year before tax, 3% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £40,500. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Chatterton £53,684

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £40,500.

Businesses in Chatterton ONS 2025

There are approximately 819 active businesses based in Chatterton, around 49 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 92% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 11 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

819 Total businesses

49 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 92%

Small, 10-49 7%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Chatterton IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Chatterton in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation

6/10

Income

7/10

Employment

7/10

Education

8/10

Health

6/10

Housing

4/10

Living Environment

4/10

Children 0-15 17%

Working age 62%

Older 65+ 21%

2,931 Children (0-15) 17%

10,365 Working Age 62%

3,502 Older (65+) 21%

Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 22% of children in income-deprived families

Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.4% 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 Chatterton 5 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Chatterton falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

Violence & Sexual Offences 3

Criminal Damage & Arson 1

Other Theft 1

Local Policing

Lancashire Greenfield & Eden [email protected] 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

Entwistle Train Station 4.3 miles

Bromley Cross (Lancs) Train Station 5.3 miles

Hall-I-Th-Wood Train Station 6.3 miles

Accrington Train Station 6.7 miles

Darwen Train Station 6.9 miles

Church And Oswaldtwistle Train Station 6.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Edenfield 0 yards Stubbins 0.6 miles Bank Lane 0.6 miles Shuttleworth 0.9 miles Carr 0.9 miles Lumb 0.9 miles Turn 1.2 miles Irwell Vale 1.2 miles Ewood Bridge 1.2 miles Holcombe 1.4 miles Ramsbottom 1.4 miles Bent Gate 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Bury

County Lancashire

Ward Ramsbottom

Constituency Bury North

Parish Bury, unparished area

Region North West

Home Ownership in Chatterton

Of the 7,319 households in and around Chatterton, 75% are owned, 9% are socially rented and 15% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 75% Social rented 9% Private rented 15%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Chatterton

What is the population of Chatterton?

Chatterton has a population of approximately 16,791 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Chatterton?

The average property in and around Chatterton sold for about £255,067, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 27% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Chatterton a deprived area?

Chatterton sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Chatterton?

Chatterton is covered by the BL0 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Chatterton?

There are 12 schools within easy reach of Chatterton, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.

Where is the nearest train station to Chatterton?

The nearest railway station to Chatterton is Entwistle Train Station, about 4.3 miles away.

Streets in BL0 30 shown View all streets

A56 1 Acre Close 1 Ada Street 1 Adelaide Street 1 Aitken Close 1 Aitken Street 1 Ajax Street 1 Albert Street 1 Alderway 1 Alderwood Grove 2 Alfred Street 1 Annie Street 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashwood Avenue 1 Astley Hall Drive 1 Athol Street 1 Aviemore Close 1 Avondale Drive 1 Back Alfred Street 1 Back Bridge Street 1 Back Square Street 2 Baker Street 1 Balm Street 1 Bamford Road 2 Bank Street 1 Barnes Close 1 Beauly Close 1 Beechacre 1 Black Lane 1 Blackburn Road 4

Postcodes in BL0 50 shown View all postcodes

BL0 0AA BL0 0AB BL0 0AD BL0 0AF BL0 0AG BL0 0AH BL0 0AJ BL0 0AL BL0 0AN BL0 0AP BL0 0AQ BL0 0AR BL0 0AS BL0 0AT BL0 0AU BL0 0AW BL0 0AX BL0 0AY BL0 0AZ BL0 0BA BL0 0BB BL0 0BD BL0 0BE BL0 0BF BL0 0BG BL0 0BH BL0 0BJ BL0 0BL BL0 0BN BL0 0BP BL0 0BQ BL0 0BS BL0 0BT BL0 0BW BL0 0BX BL0 0BY BL0 0BZ BL0 0DA BL0 0DB BL0 0DD BL0 0DE BL0 0DF BL0 0DG BL0 0DH BL0 0DL BL0 0DN BL0 0DP BL0 0DQ BL0 0DR BL0 0DS

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