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About

Rufford & Banks is a rural area in West Lancashire, known for its open countryside and small villages. The landscape is dominated by farmland, with fields and hedgerows typical of the region. The area includes the villages of Rufford and Banks, which have a mix of residential properties and local amenities. Rufford is home to the historic Rufford Old Hall, a Tudor-era manor house managed by the National Trust.

The River Douglas runs through the area, providing a natural feature that influences the local environment. The Leeds and Liverpool Canal also passes nearby, offering walking and cycling routes. Agriculture plays a significant role in the local economy, with dairy and arable farming common. The area has a quiet, residential feel, with easy access to larger towns like Ormskirk and Southport for more services and transport links.

Area overview

On average Rufford & Banks has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 46 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Rufford & Banks is £41,400 per year. There are 5 schools in Rufford & Banks: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

4/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Rufford & Banks Population

7,972

Population density

139.3 per km²

Demographics

British

7,606

95.43%

Other White

182

2.28%

Irish

0.35%

Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups

0.26%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.25%

Total population: 7,970

Housing

Owns outright

1,718

49.09%

Owns with a mortgage

1,073

30.66%

Private landlord or letting agency

299

8.54%

Other social rented

163

4.66%

Social rents from council

119

3.4%

Total households: 3,500

Property prices in Rufford & Banks

Based on 120 recent sales, the median property price is £247,450 in Rufford & Banks area, with individual transactions ranging from £91,000 up to £1,100,000.

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 Rufford & Banks over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	46	£390,000	£229,750	£300,000	£455,500	£728,750
Flats	9	£124,995	£97,800	£118,000	£124,995	£286,000
Semi-Detached	55	£210,000	£125,800	£191,250	£253,250	£400,000
Terraced	10	£186,000	£100,000	£158,000	£227,500	£253,805

10 years median price trend in Rufford & Banks

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

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