Nelson (BB9) in Lancashire has demonstrated moderate property market activity over the past five years, with prices increasing at a compound annual growth rate of 2.3% while rental income expanded at 4.7% annually. The postcode achieved a trajectory score of 53.1 out of 100, positioning it in the 68th percentile nationally for market performance indicators. Population growth remained modest at 1.9% over the same period. The area is classified as pre-cursor stage in gentrification metrics, suggesting limited demographic or infrastructural transformation has occurred to date. These figures indicate a rental-focused market where income generation has outpaced capital appreciation, reflecting the district's current investment characteristics for those seeking yield over rapid equity growth.
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See plans from £20/moKey signals
- 1Property prices up 1.5% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 4.7% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.9% per year
- 4892 new homes in planning pipeline
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What's changing in Nelson · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 0.9 points this month to 54/100, driven mainly by safety.
186 planning applications submitted in BB9 over the last six months, including 13 new build residential schemes proposing 60 homes, 13 change of use, 2 demolition.
- Full (Major): Erection of 28 no. dwellings with new access with associated landscaping and infrastructureMar 2026 · pending
- Full (Major): Conversion of the existing hall building to 7 no. apartments with a replacement sun room; erection of 21 no. apartments and 2 no. cottages with associated parking, cycle stands, bin store and landscaping.Jan 2026 · pending
- Full: Demolition of existing dwelling; erection of 3 no. dwellings with associated garages including altered vehicular access and the provision of 6 no. parking spaces.Feb 2026 · pending
Nelson (BB9) common questions
Is Nelson up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Nelson (BB9) as Pre-Cursor. Its trajectory score is 54/100 (Strong), in the top 27% of districts nationally. The score is down 0.2 points over the last 12 months.
Is Nelson safe?
Nelson has a safety score of 47/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Nelson?
The average property price in Nelson (BB9) is £264k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.5% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Nelson?
The median monthly rent in Nelson (BB9) is £788 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Nelson?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Wilmslow (SK9), Manchester (M8), Burnley (BB10), Manchester (M32), Stockport (SK4). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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