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Longholme

About

Longholme ward is located in the Rossendale borough of Lancashire. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of terraced and semi-detached housing. It sits close to the town centre of Bacup, providing easy access to local amenities and transport links. The ward includes green spaces like Stacksteads Recreation Ground, offering recreational areas for residents.

Longholme has a strong sense of community, with local events often held at nearby venues. The ward is served by several schools and small businesses, contributing to its practical, everyday needs. Its proximity to the Pennine hills also makes it a convenient base for outdoor activities. The area maintains a quiet, suburban character while remaining well-connected to larger towns in the region.

Area overview

On average Longholme has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 87 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 13.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Longholme is £40,021 per year. There are 6 schools in Longholme: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Property prices in Longholme

Based on 106 recent sales, the median property price is £196,540 in Longholme area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £545,000.

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 Longholme over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	23	£390,000	£290,800	£345,000	£437,500	£489,495
Flats	9	£190,000	£93,980	£159,950	£200,000	£246,000
Semi-Detached	23	£252,500	£165,400	£212,500	£265,000	£310,745
Terraced	51	£153,000	£101,250	£135,000	£178,000	£311,500

10 years median price trend in Longholme

All postcodes in Longholme

BB47NH

Lever Street

BB47NY

Lever Street

BB48HA

St James Row

BB48JQ

Collinge Fold Lane

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