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About

Rishton is a ward within the Hyndburn borough, situated to the north of Accrington. The area is primarily residential, featuring a mix of housing types from Victorian terraces to more modern developments. Its layout is centred around the main thoroughfares of Blackburn Road and High Street, which serve as the local commercial core for everyday shopping and services. The Leeds and Liverpool Canal runs along its southern boundary, providing a linear route for walking and cycling.

The local landscape is marked by the presence of Rishton Reservoir, a significant body of water to the east that contributes to the area's character. Rishton is also known for its historical railway infrastructure, including a notable viaduct. Community facilities include several parks and green spaces, such as those near the reservoir, alongside primary schools and local sports clubs that form focal points for residents.

Area overview

On average Rishton has high deprivation and low crime levels, with around 76 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, about 30% below the North West average of 109 per 1,000. Approximately 7.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Rishton is £41,787 per year. The median sale price in Rishton is £142,500 (around £148 per square foot), with typical sale prices between £105,000 and £209,500. There are 4 schools in Rishton: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Rishton is home to around 6,658 people, with a population density of about 601.1 per km².

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
76
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
7.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Rishton Population
6,658
Population density
601.1 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
43.11(+16%)
Anti-social behaviour
31.99(+78%)
Criminal damage and arson
10.81(+20%)
Other theft
4.66(-29%)
Public order
4.51(-55%)
North West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,290
94.47%
Other White
101
1.52%
Pakistani
49
0.74%
Other Asian
33
0.5%
White and Asian (mixed)
30
0.45%
Total population: 6,658

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
1,479
27.05%
No qualifications
1,105
20.21%
Level 3 (A level)
992
18.14%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
743
13.59%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
587
10.74%
Total 16+ residents: 5,468

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,083
36.15%
Owns with a mortgage
839
28%
Private landlord or letting agency
718
23.97%
Other social rented
204
6.81%
Other forms of private rent
90
3%
Total households: 2,996

Property prices in Rishton

Median price: £142,500
Price per sq ft: £148
Sales (last 12 months): 81
Typical range (middle 50%): £105K – £210K

Based on 81 recent sales, the median property price is £142,500 (about £148 per square foot) in Rishton area, with individual transactions ranging from £56,500 up to £356,500.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

Median sale price, median price per square foot, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Rishton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian£/sq ft
Detached8£267,000£232
Semi-Detached30£196,250£229
Terraced43£108,000£113

10-year price trendmedian sale price in Rishton

Sale price

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Rishton.
YearDetachedSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£192,500£151,000£75,000
2017£222,000£130,248£70,000
2018£158,495£127,995£68,500
2019£163,495£142,500£70,000
2020£210,000£178,000£77,000
2021£201,250£172,000£85,000
2022£265,000£172,500£90,000
2023£230,000£197,500£96,000
2024£271,500£190,250£90,000
2025£255,000£185,000£96,500
2026£277,000£195,000£115,000
Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Rishton.

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Rishton.
YearDetachedSemi-DetachedTerraced
2016£188£153£81
2017£180£157£77
2018£173£161£75
2019£177£161£78
2020£194£168£81
2021£197£191£94
2022£245£191£100
2023£216£212£100
2024£236£226£103
2025£226£221£110
2026£252£227£119
Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Rishton.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

Price distribution by property type for Rishton in the last year.

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for Hyndburn district.

Band A£1,644
Band B£1,918
Band C£2,192
Band D£2,466
Band E£3,014
Band F£3,562
Band G£4,110
Band H£4,932

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

Local government

Elected councillors for Rishton ward.

Local councillors

Lance Miles Lee Parkinson

Rishton - Elected 7 May 2026

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BB14DB

Cornwall Road

BB14EG

Windermere Drive

BB14AZ

Tomlinson Place

BB14LJ

School Street

BB14EX

Woodside Avenue

BB14ER

Blackburn Road

BB14NX

Wheatfield Street

BB14DZ

Harwood Road

BB14LR

Bridgefield Close

BB14JJ

Henry Street

BB14NZ

Talbot Street

BB14HZ

Haworth Street

BB14NP

Chapel Street

BB14LF

Rishton

BB54LS

Devon Avenue

BB14BS

Blackburn Road

BB14RD

Meadowhead Drive

BB14PH

Station Close

BB14NA

Danvers Street

BB14HL

Beech Close

BB14ET

Rishton

BB14AL

Rishton

BB14DU

Lord Street

BB14EF

Cliff Street

BB14EU

Blackburn Road

BB14ES

Shaw Brook Close

BB14JH

Hicks Terrace

BB13HT

Whitebirk Drive

BB14LA

High Street

BB14LL

Spring Street

BB14DH

Harwood Road

BB14LQ

High Street

BB14JU

Oak Close

BB14EH

Coniston Way

BB14JY

Sycamore Close

BB14JQ

Edward Street

BB14BQ

Cut Lane

BB13HP

Blakewater Road

BB14NW

Derby Street

BB14DT

Arundel Street

BB14NT

Parker Street

BB14DW

Clifton Street

BB14AN

Tottleworth

BB14RJ

Maple Crescent

BB14HD

Blackburn Road

BB14PD

Burton Street

BB14LD

High Street

BB14AR

Blackburn Road

BB14NL

Hermitage Street