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Blackburn (BB4)
The BB4 postcode area is located in the Blackburn postcode town region, within the county of Lancashire, and contains a total of 1767 individual postcodes.
There are 47 electoral wards in the BB4 postcode area, including Accrington, Barnoldswick, Blackburn, Burnley, Clitheroe, Colne, Darwen, Nelson, Rossendale which come under the local authority of the Rossendale Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 22% of people in BB4 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of BB4 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The BB4 postcode is in the Blackburn district of Lancashire, in the North West of England. It covers the area known as Rossendale Valley, roughly east of the M65 motorway, and extends into the neighbouring county of Greater Manchester.
The BB4 postcode area has an estimated population of 32,400 and is home to many notable landmarks, such as Stansfield Tower, a 14th century sandstone fortress, and Peel Tower, a 125-foot-tall structure built in 1848 to commemorate Lancashire's political reformer Robert Peel.
The BB4 postcode is mainly rural, with many small towns and villages, but is well connected to other parts of Lancashire, Greater Manchester and West Yorkshire.
The areas economy is principally based on the textile industry, with two cotton mills located in Whitworth and Bacup, which have been in operation since the 19th century. There are also a number of smaller businesses set up in some of the villages in the postcode area.
The BB4 postcode has recently seen an increase in housebuilding, with many new developments taking place in some of the more rural areas. However, this has also caused some tension between existing residents who fear the changes will have a negative effect on the area's character.
Education in the BB4 postcode is serviced by five primary schools and a secondary school, Haslingden High School. As well as this, there are several privately run nurseries and several further education establishments in the vicinity.
Transport links within the BB4 postcode are strong, with excellent bus and rail services. Buses go from Whitworth, Bacup and Rawtenstall to Manchester and Blackburn, and there is regular rail service from Rawtenstall to Manchester, Leeds and Bradford. There are also a few minor airports close by and Manchester International is under two hours away by car.
The area of BB4 is a mix of industrial and agricultural landscapes, as well as providing many recreational and leisure opportunities. The area is renowned for its scenic walks, with the Pennine Bridleway running through the area. There are also reserves and wildlife centres, including Ogden Nature Reserve in Haslingden, and several reservoirs and lakes.
BB4 postcode is a rich and varied area. Its proximity to other northern cities gives it a certain charm and its mixed landscape, from rural to industrial, gives it a unique character.
Demographics
Lancashire
BB4 is located in the county of Lancashire, in England.
Lancashire has a total population of 1,485,000, making it the 8th largest county in the UK.
Lancashire has a total area of 1187 square miles, and a population density of 482 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | BB4 |
| Postal Town | Blackburn |
| MSOA Name | Rossendale 004 |
| LSOA Name | Rossendale 004C |
| County | Lancashire |
| Region | Lancashire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Rossendale |
| Area Classification | Urban with City and Town |
BB4 Electoral Wards
The postal region of BB4, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Saturday, April 6, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 22% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.