Postcode Analysis Blackburn with Darwen, North West

GREENTHORNE CLOSE, BL7 0BL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GREENTHORNE CLOSE, BL7 0BL.

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Population

278

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 50,000 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BL7 0BL is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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6/10
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4/10
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3/10
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2/10
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9/10
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7/10
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9/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, BL7 0BL combines high owner-occupation (88%), strong property values (£500k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 6.0% year-on-year.

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

BL7 0BL is a sought-after residential area on Greenthorne Close, 0.4km from Edgeworth in Edgworth. Administratively it sits within West Pennine ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.

For serious buyers, BL7 0BL is a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 9 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £500k, down 6.0% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for BL7 0BL are sourced from Output Area E00063655 (shared with 14 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 BL7 0BL. The average age is 46.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.0%
Asian / British Asian4.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 470,000

7 sales · Mean £ 476,857

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

BL7 0BL has low crime rates — 9 incidents 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 offences9
Anti-social behaviour5
Vehicle crime2
Drugs1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Turton and Edgworth CofE/Methodist Controlled Primary School

Good205 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Meadowcroft Barn B & B1.0 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Rose and Crown0.5 km
  • Black Bull0.9 km
  • Edgworth Cricket Club0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Wellbeing Farm Ltd0.7 km
  • Edgworth Stores & Post Office Ltd0.2 km
  • The Toby Inn0.9 km
  • The Barlow and Reading Room1.0 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • The White Horse0.3 km
  • Cugini Pizza Ltd0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • D Whitehead0.3 km
  • Holdens & Co Ice Cream and Village Store0.3 km
  • Village Pharmacy0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Entwistle1.6 km
  • Bromley Cross4.2 km
  • Hall i’ th’ Wood6.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Greenthorne Close0.1 km
  • White Horse0.2 km
  • Broadhead Road0.3 km
  • Crown Gardens0.3 km
  • Broadhead Road0.3 km