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East Colne, Foulridge & Trawden

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About

East Colne, Foulridge & Trawden form a distinct cluster of settlements on the western fringe of Pendle. The landscape is defined by the transition from the urban edge of Colne into the open moorland and farmland of the South Pennines. Foulridge is notable for its large reservoir, a focal point for walking and local history, while Trawden sits in a valley with a strong community identity rooted in its cooperative heritage.

The area's character is shaped by its mill town history and proximity to open countryside, with many footpaths leading directly onto the moors. Trawden retains its own community-owned shop and library, a direct continuation of its pioneering cooperative society. The Leeds and Liverpool Canal passes through Foulridge, including a long tunnel, linking the area's industrial past to the quieter rhythms of the waterway.

Area overview

On average East Colne, Foulridge & Trawden has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 31 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in East Colne, Foulridge & Trawden is £45,474 per year. There are 4 schools in East Colne, Foulridge & Trawden: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). East Colne, Foulridge & Trawden is home to around 6,932 people, with a population density of about 136.6 per km2.

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
31
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
4.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

East Colne, Foulridge & Trawden Population
6,932
Population density
136.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
15.29(-59%)
Anti-social behaviour
11.68(-37%)
Criminal damage and arson
3.89(-57%)
Burglary
3.17(-43%)
Vehicle crime
2.89(-52%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,705
96.71%
Other White
60
0.87%
White and Asian (mixed)
33
0.48%
Irish
25
0.36%
Pakistani
23
0.33%
Total population: 6,933

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,948
33.59%
Level 3 (A level)
1,146
19.76%
No qualifications
850
14.66%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
742
12.8%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
514
8.86%
Total 16+ residents: 5,799

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,349
44.06%
Owns with a mortgage
1,121
36.61%
Private landlord or letting agency
367
11.99%
Other social rented
107
3.49%
Other forms of private rent
67
2.19%
Total households: 3,062

Property prices in East Colne, Foulridge & Trawden

Based on 94 recent sales, the median property price is £191,750 in East Colne, Foulridge & Trawden area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £900,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for East Colne, Foulridge & Trawden in the 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 East Colne, Foulridge & Trawden over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached15£359,950
Flats2£107,500
Semi-Detached17£255,000
Terraced60£160,000

10 years median price trend in East Colne, Foulridge & Trawden

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in East Colne, Foulridge & Trawden.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.