Constable Lee, Lancashire | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Constable Lee

Constable Lee is a small village located in Lancashire, England, within the BB4 postcode area. It is situated near the scenic countryside, offering various walking paths and outdoor activities for those who enjoy nature. The village has a few local amenities, including a small shop and a pub, which serve the community and visitors alike.

The surrounding area is characterised by rolling hills and farmland, providing a peaceful environment for residents and visitors. Constable Lee is well-connected to nearby towns, making it easy to explore the wider region. The village is a suitable base for those looking to experience the natural beauty of Lancashire while enjoying a quiet retreat.

School Ratings in Constable Lee

There are 71 schools in and around Constable Lee. 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 Constable Lee

The average property price is £207K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £139K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Constable Lee

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Constable Lee, with 46 recorded incidents in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Constable Lee

Constable Lee 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.

Healthcare in Constable Lee

There are 11 GP surgeries within three miles of Constable Lee, the nearest being Pes@david Gould Opticians, Lsc Icb (0.3 miles away).

Local Data for Constable Lee

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Property Prices 6,278 sales

Average Price £207K

£100 , £6.38M

Detached £364K 1,186

Semi £212K 1,344

Terraced £139K 2,923

Flat £149K 385

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

43 Primary

7 Secondary

21 Other

Outstanding 3

Good 18

Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BB4 postcode area.

Rawtenstall St Paul's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.1 miles Alder Grange School Secondary Good 0.1 miles St Mary's CofE Primary School Rawtenstall Primary Good 0.4 miles St James-the-Less Roman Catholic Primary School, Rawtenstall Primary Good 0.5 miles Rawtenstall Cribden House Community Special School Not applicable Outstanding 1 miles Belmont School Not applicable Good 1 miles Balladen Children's Centre Good 1.1 miles Rawtenstall Balladen Community Primary School Primary 1.1 miles Staghills Children's Centre Good 1.2 miles Staghills Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 1.2 miles St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Newchurch Primary 1.2 miles All Saints' Roman Catholic High School, a Voluntary Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 1.2 miles

Household Income in Constable Lee ONS 2023

The average total household income in Constable Lee is approximately £46,204 a year before tax, 16% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £35,053. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Constable Lee £46,204

England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £35,053.

Businesses in Constable Lee ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,617 active businesses based in Constable Lee, around 38 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 88% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 20 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,617 Total businesses

38 Per 1,000 residents

Micro, 0-9 88%

Small, 10-49 10%

Medium, 50-249 1%

Large, 250+ 1%

Deprivation and Employment in Constable Lee IMD 2025

Constable Lee 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

Children 0-15 19%

Working age 61%

Older 65+ 20%

8,220 Children (0-15) 19%

26,438 Working Age 61%

8,429 Older (65+) 20%

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 Constable Lee 234 crimes · April 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Constable Lee 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 91

Anti-Social Behaviour 46

Shoplifting 35

Criminal Damage & Arson 16

Public Order 16

Burglary 10

Vehicle Crime 10

Other Theft 3

Other Crime 3

Drugs 2

Robbery 1

Theft from Person 1

Local Policing

Lancashire Goodshaw & Cribden [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

Accrington Train Station 4.7 miles

Huncoat Train Station 5.2 miles

Hapton Train Station 5.4 miles

Church And Oswaldtwistle Train Station 5.4 miles

Rose Grove Train Station 5.5 miles

Burnley Manchester Road Train Station 5.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Laund 0.6 miles Cloughfold 0.6 miles Rawtenstall 0.6 miles New Hall Hey 0.9 miles Newchurch 0.9 miles Reeds Holme 0.9 miles Whitewell Bottom 1.2 miles Height End 1.2 miles Goodshaw 1.2 miles Crawshawbooth 1.2 miles Edgeside 1.4 miles Cribden Side 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Rossendale

County Lancashire

Ward Hareholme

Constituency Rossendale and Darwen

Parish Rossendale, unparished area

Region North West

Home Ownership in Constable Lee

Of the 18,453 households in and around Constable Lee, 69% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 16% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 69% Social rented 14% Private rented 16%

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Constable Lee

What is the population of Constable Lee?

Constable Lee has a population of approximately 43,096 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.

What is the average house price in Constable Lee?

The average property in and around Constable Lee sold for about £207,240, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 41% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.

Is Constable Lee a deprived area?

Constable Lee sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 5 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.

What postcodes cover Constable Lee?

Constable Lee is covered by the BB4 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Constable Lee?

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

Where is the nearest train station to Constable Lee?

The nearest railway station to Constable Lee is Accrington Train Station, about 4.7 miles away.

Streets in BB4 30 shown View all streets

A682 1 Acrefield Drive 1 Adelaide Street 1 Aitken Street 1 Albert Road 2 Albert Street 1 Alden Close 1 Alden Rise 1 Alden Road 2 Alder Avenue 1 Alder Bank 1 Alder Street 1 Alexandria Street 1 All Saints Close 1 Almond Crescent 1 Ambleside Avenue 1 Anderton Close 1 Andrew Avenue 2 Anemone Drive 1 Annie Street 1 Ash Avenue 1 Ash Grove 2 Ashworth Lane 1 Ashworth Road 1 Ashworth Street 2 Back Beehive Terrace 2 Back Church Street 2 Back Constable Lee 1 Back Elizabeth Street 2 Back Hill Street 2

Postcodes in BB4 50 shown View all postcodes

BB4 0AU BB4 0BN BB4 0DR BB4 0ED BB4 0EE BB4 0EJ BB4 0FT BB4 0FY BB4 0GE BB4 0GF BB4 0GP BB4 0HD BB4 0HE BB4 0HH BB4 0HJ BB4 0HL BB4 0HN BB4 0HQ BB4 0HS BB4 0HT BB4 0HU BB4 0HW BB4 0HZ BB4 0JA BB4 4AB BB4 4AE BB4 4AF BB4 4AG BB4 4AH BB4 4AJ BB4 4AL BB4 4AN BB4 4AP BB4 4AQ BB4 4AR BB4 4AS BB4 4AT BB4 4AU BB4 4AW BB4 4AX BB4 4AY BB4 4AZ BB4 4BA BB4 4BB BB4 4BD BB4 4BE BB4 4BF BB4 4BG BB4 4BH BB4 4BJ

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