Postcode Analysis Blackburn with Darwen, North West

BROADHEAD ROAD, BL7 0BN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROADHEAD ROAD, BL7 0BN.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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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 0BN 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 0BN combines high owner-occupation (88%), strong property values (£445k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

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

For serious buyers, BL7 0BN 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 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £445k. 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 0BN 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 0BN. 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.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 225,000

3 sales · Mean £ 297,500

Detached

£ 808,500

2 sales · Mean £ 808,500

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

BL7 0BN has low crime rates — 10 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 behaviour6
Vehicle crime2
Burglary2
Drugs1

school Local Schools

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Turton and Edgworth CofE/Methodist Controlled Primary School

Good205 pupils0.7 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 Bull0.8 km
  • Edgworth Cricket Club0.7 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Wellbeing Farm Ltd0.8 km
  • Edgworth Stores & Post Office Ltd0.1 km
  • The Toby Inn0.9 km
  • The Barlow and Reading Room0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • The White Horse0.2 km
  • Cugini Pizza Ltd0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • D Whitehead0.2 km
  • Holdens & Co Ice Cream and Village Store0.2 km
  • Village Pharmacy0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Entwistle1.6 km
  • Bromley Cross4.1 km
  • Hall i’ th’ Wood5.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Greenthorne Close0.0 km
  • Crown Gardens0.2 km
  • Crown Gardens0.2 km
  • White Horse0.2 km
  • Broadhead Road0.2 km