BB3 0BJ is an up-and-coming urban area on Hollins Road, 0.4km from Hollins Grove in Darwen. Administratively it sits within Darwen East ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.
For renters and young professionals, BB3 0BJ offers a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 52% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 110 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. 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 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00063470 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HOLLINS ROAD, BB3 0BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOLLINS ROAD, BB3 0BJ.
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35
£ 35,600 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BB3 0BJ 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
BB3 0BJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 35, 38% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB3 0BJ. The average age is 35.1. 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 BB3 0BJ is above average at 110 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Edward's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School
Crosshill Special School
Avondale Primary School
Darwen Vale High School
Lower Darwen Primary School
Darwen St James CofE Primary Academy
Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Olly's Kitchen0.8 km
- Lynwood Cantonese0.3 km
- Costa Coffee0.6 km
- Crown & Thistle Craft Bakery0.4 km
- Grub @ The Hub0.4 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
13 nearby- Spice Tandoori0.6 km
- Kebabish0.4 km
- Pizzeria di Napoli0.4 km
- Chopstix Noodle Bar0.6 km
- Dixyland Chicken & Ribs0.6 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
8 nearby- Crown Paints Sports & Social Club0.2 km
- Darwen Masonic Hall0.3 km
- Alexandra Hotel0.9 km
- Hollins Grove Conservative Club0.6 km
- Oakenhurst Farm Brewers Fayre1.0 km
- + 3 more
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Aman's Convenience Store0.4 km
- Booze Brothers0.8 km
- Sidco Newsagents0.6 km
- Sunnyhurst Stores0.9 km
- Lynwood Wines0.4 km
- + 8 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge0.6 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Darwen Stores LTD (Nisa Local)0.4 km
- Nisa Local Store0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darwen1.5 km
- Mill Hill (Lancashire)3.4 km
- Cherry Tree3.8 km
Bus Stops
- Lynwood Avenue0.2 km
- Lynwood Avenue0.2 km
- Lynwood Avenue0.3 km
- The Anchor0.3 km
- Pitville Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BB30BJ · Data under Open Government Licence