BB2 1JL is an up-and-coming urban area on Northgate, 0.3km from Blackburn in Blackburn (Blackburn with Darwen). Administratively it sits within Shear Brow & Corporation Park ward and the Blackburn constituency.
For renters and young professionals, BB2 1JL offers 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. By day, the area transitions to a traditional high streets character: traditional high streets with some larger stores, mostly employees. With residents averaging 35 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 54% 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 rates are high (269 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. Property: Average house prices are around £300k.
Census 2021 statistics for BB2 1JL are sourced from Output Area E00063735 (shared with 205 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NORTHGATE, BB2 1JL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORTHGATE, BB2 1JL.
519
35
£ 28,000 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BB2 1JL 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 1JL — 74% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB2 1JL. The average age is 34.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 200,000
2 sales · Mean £ 200,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near BB2 1JL are high at 269 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
St Anne's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
St Michael With St John CofE Primary School
St Barnabas and St Paul's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Ashworth Nursery School
Tauheedul Islam Boys' High School
Brunel Nursery School
St Alban's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
St Matthew's Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
85 nearby- Scott Stewart Fruit & Veg0.1 km
- Hussain Grocers0.9 km
- Yaseen Halal Meat0.7 km
- 4 Court Pharmacy0.7 km
- Bolton Road Off Licence1.0 km
- + 80 more
Restaurant, Cafe
63 nearby- Bees Breakfast1.0 km
- Haweli Restaurant & Takeaway1.0 km
- Blackburn Foodbank0.6 km
- Khyber Cafe0.7 km
- Dunelm Soft Furnishings Ltd Cafe Pausa0.6 km
- + 58 more
Takeaway Shop
64 nearby- China Wok1.0 km
- Dr Smokes0.6 km
- Pepes Piri Piri0.5 km
- Pyramids0.3 km
- Jaffa Shawarma0.8 km
- + 59 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- ABC Foods0.2 km
- Poundstretcher Ltd1.0 km
- Farm Foods0.3 km
- Lidl Great Britain Ltd0.4 km
- Wilko Retail Ltd0.1 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
8 nearby- Jays Properties1.0 km
- Chimneys Guest House0.8 km
- Hill View Hotel0.8 km
- Blakewater Hotel0.4 km
- Nightsafe @ Platform 50.4 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- Postal Order0.5 km
- Alexandra Hotel0.9 km
- The Blackburn Times0.1 km
- The Drummer's Arms0.2 km
- Q Lounge0.2 km
- + 10 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Blackburn0.4 km
- Mill Hill (Lancashire)1.8 km
- Cherry Tree2.8 km
Bus Stops
- The Mall0.1 km
- Barton Street0.1 km
- Barton Street0.1 km
- Town Hall0.2 km
- Town Hall0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BB21JL · Data under Open Government Licence