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Hurst Green & Whitewell

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About

Hurst Green & Whitewell ward is located in the Ribble Valley, Lancashire, known for its rural landscapes and historic villages. The area includes the villages of Hurst Green and Whitewell, surrounded by rolling countryside and farmland. The River Hodder flows nearby, adding to the natural scenery. The ward is part of the Forest of Bowland, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, attracting walkers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Hurst Green is home to Stonyhurst College, a historic Catholic boarding school with extensive grounds. The village has a mix of traditional stone houses and local amenities, including a pub and a village hall. Whitewell is smaller, with its iconic Inn at Whitewell, a popular spot for visitors. The ward offers a quiet, rural lifestyle while remaining accessible to nearby towns like Clitheroe. Its combination of history, nature, and community makes it a distinctive part of the Ribble Valley.

Area overview

On average Hurst Green & Whitewell has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 42 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hurst Green & Whitewell is £47,500 per year. There are 2 schools in Hurst Green & Whitewell: 1 primary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
42
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
3.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Hurst Green & Whitewell Population
1,664
Population density
32.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
1,480
89%
Other White
48
2.89%
African
24
1.44%
Chinese
24
1.44%
Irish
21
1.26%
Total population: 1,663

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
228
41.38%
Owns with a mortgage
150
27.22%
Private landlord or letting agency
85
15.43%
Other forms of private rent
58
10.53%
Other social rented
20
3.63%
Total households: 551

Property prices in Hurst Green & Whitewell

Based on 7 recent sales, the median property price is £420,000 in Hurst Green & Whitewell area, with individual transactions ranging from £260,000 up to £1,450,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Hurst Green & Whitewell 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 Hurst Green & Whitewell over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached5£835,000
Terraced2£292,500

10 years median price trend in Hurst Green & Whitewell

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Hurst Green & Whitewell.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.