About Cow Ark

Cow Ark is a small village located in Lancashire, England, within the BB7 postcode area. The village is situated near the River Hodder, providing a scenic backdrop for residents and visitors alike. Cow Ark is primarily a residential area, with a few local amenities catering to the needs of its inhabitants. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. The village is close to the Forest of Bowland, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which is ideal for outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling. Cow Ark is also conveniently located for those wishing to explore nearby towns and attractions in Lancashire. The community is known for its friendly atmosphere, making it a pleasant place for both locals and visitors.

School Ratings in Cow Ark

Families in Cow Ark have access to 16 local schools. Clitheroe Royal Grammar School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 17 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cow Ark

Homes sell for an average of £292K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £413K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cow Ark

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Cow Ark, with 22 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cow Ark

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Cow Ark among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Cow Ark

Cow Ark benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,490 sales

Average Price £292K
£275 — £5.86M
Detached £413K 2,186
Semi £247K 1,552
Terraced £181K 2,012
Flat £143K 308

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

10 Primary
1 Secondary
5 Other
Thorneyholme Roman Catholic Primary School, Dunsop Bridge Primary Good 3.1 miles Brabins Endowed School Primary Outstanding 3.5 miles St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Chipping Primary Good 3.6 miles Waddington and West Bradford Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Stonyhurst College 4.1 miles Edisford Primary School Primary Good 4.5 miles Moorland School Limited 4.5 miles St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Hurst Green Primary Good 4.7 miles Slaidburn Brennands Endowed Primary School Primary Good 4.8 miles Clitheroe Pendle Primary School Primary Good 4.8 miles Clitheroe Royal Grammar School Secondary Outstanding 4.8 miles St Michael and St John's Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Cow Ark IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Cow Ark experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
8/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
4/10
7,114 Children (0-15) 17%
25,324 Working Age 60%
13,344 Older (60+) 31%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.8% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.3% 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 Cow Ark 90 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Cow Ark are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

38 Violence & Sexual Offences
22 Anti-Social Behaviour
6 Other Theft
5 Burglary
4 Public Order
4 Shoplifting
3 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Vehicle Crime
2 Drugs
2 Other Crime
1 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
Lancashire Hurst Green & Whitewell 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 4 stations

Clitheroe Train Station 4.6 miles
Whalley (Lancs) Train Station 6.5 miles
Langho Train Station 7.2 miles
Ramsgreave And Wilpshire Train Station 8.9 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Whitewell 1.4 miles Bashall Eaves 1.8 miles Fair Oak 2 miles Walker Fold 2.5 miles Chipping 3.3 miles Waddington 3.3 miles Newton 3.3 miles Dunsop Bridge 3.3 miles Easington 3.6 miles West Bradford 4.4 miles Hurst Green 4.4 miles Low Moor 4.5 miles

Local Government

District Ribble Valley
County Lancashire
Ward Salthill
Constituency Ribble Valley
Parish Clitheroe
Region North West

Streets in BB7 30 shown View all streets

A59 11 A682 1 Abbey Farm View 1 Abbey Fields 1 Abbey Mews 1 Abbey Road 1 Abbot Walk 1 Abbots Croft 1 Accrington Road 2 Acorn Place 1 Albemarle Street 2 Albion Street 2 Alder Drive 1 Alder Prospect 1 Alderford Close 1 Alexandra Close 1 Alleys Green 1 Alma Place 4 Alston Close 1 Anne Close 1 Appleby Square 1 Ash Close 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashburn Close 1 Asland Crescent 1 Aspen Crescent 1 Audley Clough 1 Avenue Road 1 B6243 5 B6478 7

Postcodes in BB7 50 shown View all postcodes

BB7 0BU BB7 0BW BB7 0BX BB7 0BY BB7 0DL BB7 0ED BB7 0EN BB7 0ER BB7 0EY BB7 0FB BB7 0FE BB7 0FJ BB7 0FN BB7 0SA BB7 0SB BB7 0SD BB7 0SE BB7 0SF BB7 0SG BB7 0SH BB7 0SJ BB7 0SL BB7 0SN BB7 0SP BB7 0SQ BB7 0SR BB7 0SS BB7 0ST BB7 0SU BB7 0SW BB7 0SX BB7 0SY BB7 0SZ BB7 0TA BB7 0TB BB7 0TD BB7 0TE BB7 0TF BB7 0ZZ BB7 1AA BB7 1AB BB7 1AD BB7 1AF BB7 1AG BB7 1AH BB7 1AJ BB7 1AN BB7 1AP BB7 1AQ BB7 1AR