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Earby & Salterforth

About

Earby & Salterforth are neighbouring villages in Pendle, Lancashire, situated near the Yorkshire Dales. The area is known for its rural setting, with rolling hills and farmland surrounding the settlements. Earby has a small town centre with local shops, pubs, and amenities, while Salterforth retains a quieter, more agricultural character. The Leeds and Liverpool Canal runs through Salterforth, adding to the area's scenic appeal.

The villages have strong industrial heritage, particularly in textiles, with historic mills still standing. Nearby attractions include the Pennine Way and Skipton, just over the border in Yorkshire. The area offers a mix of residential housing and open countryside, making it popular with commuters and those seeking a quieter lifestyle. Local schools and community facilities serve the villages, which maintain an active sense of community through events and groups.

Area overview

On average Earby & Salterforth has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 55 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Earby & Salterforth is £39,300 per year. There are 3 schools in Earby & Salterforth: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

5/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

5/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Earby & Salterforth Population

6,193

Population density

292.3 per km²

Demographics

British

5,970

96.4%

Other White

107

1.73%

Pakistani

0.37%

Irish

0.34%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.23%

Total population: 6,193

Housing

Owns outright

1,199

43.18%

Owns with a mortgage

853

30.72%

Private landlord or letting agency

419

15.09%

Other social rented

169

6.09%

Social rents from council

2.66%

Total households: 2,777

Property prices in Earby & Salterforth

Based on 104 recent sales, the median property price is £165,000 in Earby & Salterforth area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £695,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Earby & Salterforth over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	13	£270,000	£204,040	£240,000	£425,000	£671,000
Semi-Detached	21	£200,000	£94,000	£165,000	£237,000	£318,000
Terraced	70	£135,000	£91,200	£117,250	£182,750	£258,228

10 years median price trend in Earby & Salterforth

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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