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Whalley Nethertown

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About

Whalley Nethertown is a ward in the Ribble Valley, Lancashire, known for its mix of residential and rural character. The area includes part of Whalley village, which has historic landmarks like Whalley Abbey and a medieval parish church. The ward is bordered by the River Calder and features open green spaces, including playing fields and walking paths along the riverbank.

The local economy is supported by small businesses, shops, and pubs, with some light industry on the outskirts. Housing ranges from older cottages to modern developments, catering to families and older residents. Public transport links connect the ward to nearby towns like Clitheroe and Blackburn, while the M65 motorway provides access to wider Lancashire. The area maintains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere with local events and schools serving the population.

Area overview

On average Whalley Nethertown has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 79 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Whalley Nethertown is £51,100 per year.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
79
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
4.1%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Whalley Nethertown Population
1,513
Population density
876.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
1,422
93.99%
Other White
36
2.38%
White and Asian (mixed)
17
1.12%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
7
0.46%
Chinese
6
0.4%
Total population: 1,513

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
267
49.72%
Owns outright
182
33.89%
Private landlord or letting agency
46
8.57%
Other social rented
20
3.72%
Shared ownership
12
2.23%
Total households: 537

Property prices in Whalley Nethertown

Based on 29 recent sales, the median property price is £429,500 in Whalley Nethertown area, with individual transactions ranging from £84,000 up to £715,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Whalley Nethertown 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 Whalley Nethertown over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached22£472,625
Flats2£152,000
Semi-Detached1£335,000
Terraced4£222,475

10 years median price trend in Whalley Nethertown

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Whalley Nethertown.

All postcodes in Whalley Nethertown

BB79GT

Whalley & Brockhall

BB79JR

Victoria Close

BB79UL

Fell View

BB79JT

Beech Drive

BB79XD

Lakeland Drive

BB79XE

Laneside Close

BB79RF

Ribbleton Grove

BB79XF

Oak Close

BB79GU

Mitton Road

BB79HW

Ridding Lane

BB79PA

Mitton Road

BB79RY

Mitton Road

BB79US

Willow Avenue

BB79UU

Alder Drive

BB79PG

Kingsmill Avenue

BB79GN

Whalley & Brockhall

BB79SB

Whittam Crescent

BB79UJ

Meadowfield Close

BB79YE

Mitton Road

BB79FW

Mitton Road

BB79JN

Chestnut Drive

BB79JP

Sandringham Close

BB79SF

Nethertown Close

BB79GQ

Whalley & Brockhall

BB79RD

Hawthorn Close

BB79PF

Kingsmill Avenue

BB79XB

Nightingale Close

BB79SA

Moor Field

BB79UT

Elm Close

BB79SH

Regency Close

BB79XG

West Drive

BB79JB

Calderstones Drive

BB79JY

Mitton Road

BB79JU

Mitton Road

BB79RA

Beech Drive

BB79JW

The Crescent

BB79SD

Whittam Crescent

BB79UW

Ash Grove

BB79RZ

Moor Edge

BB79SJ

Pasture Grove

BB79PE

Calder Avenue

BB79XA

Lynwood Close

Data Sources

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