BB2 1EN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Spring View, 0.6km from Wensley Fold in Blackburn (Blackburn with Darwen). Administratively it sits within Wensley Fold ward and the Blackburn constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. An average age of 31 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 49% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Blackburn with Darwen.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 65 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for BB2 1EN are sourced from Output Area E00063795 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SPRING VIEW, BB2 1EN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SPRING VIEW, BB2 1EN.
536
31
£ 32,700 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BB2 1EN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines BB2 1EN — 80% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Average age 31 adds energy — an active, young multicultural community.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB2 1EN. The average age is 30.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BB2 1EN is moderate at 65 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Ashworth Nursery School
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School
St Barnabas and St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
St Silas's CofE Primary School
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
St Anne's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy
St Wilfrid's Church of England Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
46 nearby- RF Patisserie0.9 km
- Blackburn Foodbank0.5 km
- Courtyard Cafe0.5 km
- Dahna Lounge0.7 km
- Waheed's0.8 km
- + 41 more
Takeaway Shop
55 nearby- Cupp Bubble Tea0.9 km
- Danny's Karahi House1.0 km
- Marhaba Ice-Cream Bar1.0 km
- Shandar Tandoori0.9 km
- Tasty Spot1.0 km
- + 50 more
Retailers - Other
68 nearby- Scott Stewart Fruit & Veg0.9 km
- Hussain Grocers0.2 km
- Yaseen Halal Meat0.2 km
- Galaxy News1.0 km
- Krakow0.8 km
- + 63 more
Pub, NightClub
13 nearby- East Lancashire Cricket Club0.7 km
- Electric Church Club Ltd0.7 km
- Lion Hotel0.5 km
- Polish Catholic Mission in Blackburn0.5 km
- Alexandra Hotel0.2 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
7 nearby- ABC Foods0.8 km
- Farm Foods0.8 km
- Aldi0.2 km
- Al Makkah Halal Foods0.5 km
- Tesco Express0.9 km
- + 2 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Oaklands Hotel0.1 km
- Chimneys Guest House0.0 km
- Hill View Hotel0.1 km
- Canterbury House (Auxilium Housing Association Ltd)1.0 km
- Moorings Trust0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Blackburn1.2 km
- Mill Hill (Lancashire)1.7 km
- Cherry Tree2.4 km
Bus Stops
- Montague Street0.1 km
- Adelaide Terrace0.1 km
- Adelaide Terrace0.2 km
- Higson Street0.2 km
- Montague Street0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BB21EN · Data under Open Government Licence