Postcode Analysis Blackburn with Darwen, North West

ROBIN BANK ROAD, BB3 0DE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROBIN BANK ROAD, BB3 0DE.

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Population

326

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 33,900 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: BB3 0DE 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.

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6/10
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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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10/10
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2/10
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Area Character

BB3 0DE has a significant social housing presence — 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 50-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population. Property prices are trending up 84.7% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BB3 0DE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Robin Bank Road, 0.2km from Shorey Bank in Darwen. Administratively it sits within Darwen East ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, BB3 0DE is 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. Residents average 50 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 40% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 24% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 72 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £104k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 84.7% year-on-year. 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 0DE are sourced from Output Area E00063756 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB3 0DE. The average age is 49.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British89.9%
Asian / British Asian7.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 104,500

6 sales · Mean £ 106,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around BB3 0DE is moderate at 72 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.

Violence and sexual offences161
Anti-social behaviour105
Criminal damage and arson38
Shoplifting27
Vehicle crime21

school Local Schools

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Darwen St James CofE Primary Academy

Good213 pupils0.3 km
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Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio

Good262 pupils0.4 km
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Holy Trinity VC School

Good146 pupils0.6 km
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Darwen Aldridge Community Academy

Requires Improvement1195 pupils0.6 km
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Avondale Primary School

Good398 pupils0.7 km
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Sudell Primary School

Good149 pupils0.8 km
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Turncroft Nursery School

Outstanding70 pupils0.9 km
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Crosshill Special School

Good81 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

39 nearby
  • Ash Grove Community Space0.7 km
  • Chapel Stores0.3 km
  • Darwen Express Newsagent0.4 km
  • Savoy Service Station (MFG Motor Fuel Group)0.7 km
  • Boots The Chemist0.4 km
  • + 34 more
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Pub, NightClub

21 nearby
  • Victoria Hotel0.7 km
  • Alexandra Hotel0.6 km
  • Black Horse Hotel0.8 km
  • Bridge St Sports & Social Club0.6 km
  • Hollins Grove Conservative Club0.7 km
  • + 16 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

35 nearby
  • Freya's Grill0.2 km
  • Olly's Kitchen0.5 km
  • Finest Mix Grill0.5 km
  • The Vault0.5 km
  • Anaz Restaurant0.3 km
  • + 30 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

38 nearby
  • Freddys Chicken and Pizza0.3 km
  • Spice Tandoori0.6 km
  • Tasty Village1.0 km
  • Crunchy Plus0.4 km
  • Panda Express0.3 km
  • + 33 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • One Stop0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's Plc0.7 km
  • ASDA0.4 km
  • Darwen Stores LTD (Nisa Local)1.0 km
  • Iceland0.4 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Darwen0.3 km
  • Mill Hill (Lancashire)4.6 km
  • Cherry Tree5.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Cotton Hall Street0.1 km
  • Cotton Hall Street0.2 km
  • Hindle Court0.2 km
  • Pembroke Court0.2 km
  • Darwen Rail Station0.3 km