# OL13 9SG Area Summary
The OL13 9SG postcode falls within Bacup, a traditional Lancashire mill town in the Rossendale Valley. This area represents excellent value for money in the property market, with an average property price of £187,624 based on 63 properties – significantly below the national average. The postcode typically encompasses terraced housing stock characteristic of former textile industry towns, alongside some semi-detached properties and newer developments that have emerged as the area has evolved beyond its industrial heritage.
Bacup offers affordability that attracts first-time buyers, families seeking value, and buy-to-let investors drawn to rental yields in former industrial areas. The town benefits from its position within commuting distance of larger employment centres including Rochdale, Burnley, and Manchester, making it particularly appealing to budget-conscious buyers willing to travel for work. While property prices remain modest compared to Greater Manchester averages, the area provides access to the scenic Pennine countryside and maintains a strong sense of community identity rooted in its industrial past.
The average house price in OL13 9SG, Bacup is £187,624. Prices range from £139,450 to £320,000.
There are 63 properties in OL13 9SG, Bacup.
OL13 9SG contains 62 detached properties, 1 semi-detached properties.
Average house prices in OL13 9SG have risen by 7.5% from £234,950 in 2009 to £252,500 in 2024.
OL13 9SG is located in Bacup, Lancashire, England.