BB3 0AU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Moss Bridge in Darwen. Administratively it sits within Darwen East ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.
The people who live in BB3 0AU are typical of these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Outside of residential hours, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 68 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 BB3 0AU are sourced from Output Area E00063473 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BB3 0AU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BB3 0AU.
220
46
£ 35,600 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BB3 0AU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BB3 0AU's 52% ownership and 46-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB3 0AU. The average age is 46.3. 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: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BB3 0AU is moderate at 68 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
Darwen Vale High School
St Edward's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School
Lower Darwen Primary School
Blackburn the Redeemer CofE Primary
Crosshill Special School
Avondale Primary School
Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Chopstix Noodle Bar0.0 km
- Kebabish1.0 km
- Pizzeria di Napoli1.0 km
- Lynwood Pizza House0.3 km
- India 2 U0.9 km
- + 5 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Darwen Masonic Hall0.7 km
- Oakenhurst Farm Brewers Fayre0.6 km
- The Golden Cup0.1 km
- Crown Paints Sports & Social Club0.4 km
- Anchor Hotel0.3 km
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Aman's Convenience Store1.0 km
- Green Lane Mini Market0.3 km
- Sams Convenience Store0.6 km
- Shell Darwen0.3 km
- Stotts Craft Bakery0.5 km
- + 6 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge0.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Costa Coffee0.0 km
- Crown & Thistle Craft Bakery0.3 km
- Grub @ The Hub0.3 km
- McDonalds Restaurant Ltd0.0 km
- No 3 Espresso Bar0.9 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Darwen Stores LTD (Nisa Local)0.9 km
- Nisa Local Store0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darwen2.0 km
- Mill Hill (Lancashire)2.8 km
- Cherry Tree3.3 km
Bus Stops
- Moss Fold Road0.1 km
- Redvers Road0.1 km
- Darwen Vale School0.2 km
- Darwen Vale School0.3 km
- The Meadows0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BB30AU · Data under Open Government Licence