About Cloughfold

Cloughfold is a village located in Lancashire, England, within the Rossendale borough. It is situated near the town of Rawtenstall and is part of the BB4 postcode area. The village features a mix of residential homes and local amenities, providing a community atmosphere for its residents. The surrounding area offers access to the natural landscapes typical of Lancashire, including hills and valleys that are ideal for outdoor activities. Cloughfold is well-connected by road, making it easy to travel to nearby towns and attractions. The village is also close to public transport links, allowing for convenient travel to larger cities in the region.

School Ratings in Cloughfold

There are 67 schools in and around Cloughfold. Staghills Nursery School and St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Haslingden are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 18 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cloughfold

The average property price is £203K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £135K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cloughfold

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Cloughfold, with 43 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cloughfold

Cloughfold sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Cloughfold

Broadband speeds in Cloughfold are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,263 sales

Average Price £203K
£100 £6.38M
Detached £361K 1,159
Semi £209K 1,351
Terraced £135K 2,943
Flat £151K 371

Deprivation and Employment in Cloughfold IMD 2025

Cloughfold sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
6/10
Health
4/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
3/10
8,576 Children (0-15) 19%
27,796 Working Age 61%
11,984 Older (60+) 26%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 31.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 17.2% 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 Cloughfold 221 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Cloughfold sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.

90 Violence & Sexual Offences
43 Anti-Social Behaviour
19 Shoplifting
15 Criminal Damage & Arson
13 Public Order
12 Other Theft
9 Vehicle Crime
8 Burglary
7 Drugs
3 Other Crime
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
Local Policing
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

Accrington Train Station 5.2 miles
Huncoat Train Station 5.7 miles
Church And Oswaldtwistle Train Station 5.8 miles
Hapton Train Station 6 miles
Rose Grove Train Station 6.2 miles
Entwistle Train Station 6.2 miles

Location

Local Government

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