Postcode Analysis Blackburn with Darwen, North West

BROADHEAD ROAD, BL7 0BP House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

614

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 50,000 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BL7 0BP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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7/10
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2/10
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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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3/10
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8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BL7 0BP spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

BL7 0BP is a sought-after residential area on Broadhead Road, 0.7km from Edgeworth in Blackburn with Darwen. Administratively it sits within West Pennine ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.

For families considering a move, BL7 0BP represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for BL7 0BP are sourced from Output Area E00063651 (shared with 49 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 0BP. The average age is 42.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.1%
Asian / British Asian1.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)

BL7 0BP has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

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Turton and Edgworth CofE/Methodist Controlled Primary School

Good205 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Rose and Crown0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Wellbeing Farm Ltd0.3 km
  • Edgworth Stores & Post Office Ltd0.6 km
  • The Toby Inn0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • The White Horse0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • D Whitehead0.6 km
  • Holdens & Co Ice Cream and Village Store0.6 km
  • Village Pharmacy0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Entwistle1.8 km
  • Bromley Cross4.5 km
  • Hall i’ th’ Wood6.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Greenthorne Close0.5 km