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East Whalley, Read & Simonstone

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About

East Whalley, Read & Simonstone ward is located in the Ribble Valley, Lancashire. The area includes the villages of Whalley, Read, and Simonstone, each with distinct characteristics. Whalley is known for its historic landmarks, including Whalley Abbey and St Mary's Church. Read and Simonstone are smaller settlements with a mix of residential and rural landscapes. The ward benefits from proximity to the River Calder and surrounding countryside.

The area has good transport links, with the A59 providing access to nearby towns like Clitheroe and Blackburn. Local amenities include shops, schools, and pubs, serving both residents and visitors. The ward combines a quiet, village atmosphere with easy access to Ribble Valley's wider attractions. Farming and small businesses contribute to the local economy, while the countryside offers walking and cycling routes.

Area overview

On average East Whalley, Read & Simonstone has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 44 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 1.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in East Whalley, Read & Simonstone is £47,455 per year. There are 2 schools in East Whalley, Read & Simonstone: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
44
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
1.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

East Whalley, Read & Simonstone Population
2,654
Population density
195.1 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,525
95.21%
Other White
32
1.21%
Irish
22
0.83%
Pakistani
17
0.64%
Indian
16
0.6%
Total population: 2,652

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
576
50.97%
Owns with a mortgage
374
33.1%
Private landlord or letting agency
122
10.8%
Other forms of private rent
24
2.12%
Other social rented
24
2.12%
Total households: 1,130

Property prices in East Whalley, Read & Simonstone

Based on 35 recent sales, the median property price is £299,550 in East Whalley, Read & Simonstone area, with individual transactions ranging from £107,500 up to £700,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for East Whalley, Read & Simonstone 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 Whalley, Read & Simonstone over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached17£405,000
Semi-Detached3£300,000
Terraced15£185,000

10 years median price trend in East Whalley, Read & Simonstone

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in East Whalley, Read & Simonstone.

All postcodes in East Whalley, Read & Simonstone

BB127QB

Waverley Close

BB127ST

Westminster Close

BB127PE

Fort Street

BB127QZ

Turner Fold

BB127RN

Tennyson Avenue

BB127SE

Meadow View

BB79DW

Whalley & Brockhall

Data Sources

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