Cribden Side, Lancashire | Local Guide & Postcodes

About Cribden Side

Cribden Side is a residential area located in Lancashire, England, within the BB4 postcode area. It is situated near the town of Rawtenstall, which offers a range of local amenities including shops, schools, and parks. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing styles that cater to various needs.

Surrounding Cribden Side, you will find several walking trails and green spaces, making it a suitable location for outdoor activities. The nearby Pennine hills provide opportunities for hiking and enjoying nature. The community is served by local transport links, allowing easy access to neighbouring towns and cities in the region. This area is ideal for those seeking a peaceful residential environment with convenient access to local services.

School Ratings in Cribden Side

Cribden Side is served by 92 schools. 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 Cribden Side

Property prices average £207K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £139K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cribden Side

Local crime rates sit broadly in line with national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Cribden Side, with 43 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cribden Side

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Cribden Side 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 Cribden Side

There are 10 GP surgeries within three miles of Cribden Side, the nearest being Haslingden Healthcare (1 miles away).

Local Data for Cribden Side

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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

55 Primary

10 Secondary

27 Other

Outstanding 3

Good 18

Requires improvement 2

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BB4 postcode area.

Hillside Nursery School Nursery Good 0.8 miles Haslingden St James Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles St John's Stonefold CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Haslingden Primary Outstanding 0.9 miles Haslingden Community Link & Children's Centre Good 1 miles Haslingden Primary School Primary 1.1 miles St James-the-Less Roman Catholic Primary School, Rawtenstall Primary Good 1.2 miles St Mary's CofE Primary School Rawtenstall Primary Good 1.2 miles Rawtenstall St Paul's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles Alder Grange School Secondary Good 1.2 miles Rawtenstall Cribden House Community Special School Not applicable Outstanding 1.3 miles Belmont School Not applicable Good 1.3 miles

Household Income in Cribden Side ONS 2023

The average total household income in Cribden Side 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.

Cribden Side £46,204

England & Wales avg. £55,302

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

Businesses in Cribden Side ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,617 active businesses based in Cribden Side, 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 Cribden Side IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Cribden Side 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

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 Cribden Side 253 crimes · May 2026

Average Crime Area

Cribden Side experiences crime rates that are roughly comparable to the national picture. Violence & sexual offences is the most reported category, consistent with broader patterns across similar communities. Day-to-day life here reflects the usual mix of challenges found in any established town.

Violence & Sexual Offences 104

Anti-Social Behaviour 43

Shoplifting 28

Criminal Damage & Arson 19

Drugs 12

Public Order 11

Other Theft 10

Vehicle Crime 9

Burglary 8

Other Crime 5

Weapons 2

Robbery 1

Theft from Person 1

Local Policing

Lancashire Haslingden [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 3.4 miles

Church And Oswaldtwistle Train Station 4 miles

Huncoat Train Station 4.2 miles

Hapton Train Station 4.6 miles

Rose Grove Train Station 5.1 miles

Burnley Manchester Road Train Station 5.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Reeds Holme 0.6 miles Hud Hey 0.6 miles Height End 0.6 miles Rising Bridge 0.9 miles Sherfin 0.9 miles Laund 0.9 miles Haslingden 0.9 miles Rawtenstall 1.2 miles Goodshaw 1.4 miles Crawshawbooth 1.4 miles Constable Lee 1.4 miles Goodshaw Fold 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 Cribden Side

Of the 18,453 households in and around Cribden Side, 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 Cribden Side.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cribden Side

What is the population of Cribden Side?

Cribden Side 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 Cribden Side?

The average property in and around Cribden Side 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 Cribden Side a deprived area?

Cribden Side 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 Cribden Side?

Cribden Side is covered by the BB4 postcode district.

How many schools are there in Cribden Side?

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

Where is the nearest train station to Cribden Side?

The nearest railway station to Cribden Side is Accrington Train Station, about 3.4 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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