BB1 1BD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Brunel Drive, 0.2km from Higher Audley in Blackburn (Blackburn with Darwen). Administratively it sits within Blackburn Central ward and the Blackburn constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BB1 1BD is the subgroup includes many individuals born in africa, and those identifying with the indian ethnic group are more prevalent than elsewhere in the group. there are fewer families with dependent children than elsewhere in the group. rates of christian religious affiliation are the lowest in the group. members of this subgroup are slightly more likely to be private renters. the occupation structure is very similar to the group average, though levels of educational qualification are slightly higher. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce in transportation and storage. An average age of 32 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 26% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. The area has a notably diverse population — 100% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Blackburn with Darwen. Full-time employment stands at 18% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £76k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 18.2% 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 BB1 1BD are sourced from Output Area E00063405 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRUNEL DRIVE, BB1 1BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRUNEL DRIVE, BB1 1BD.
420
32
£ 30,100 /yr
34%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BB1 1BD 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
Cultural diversity defines BB1 1BD — 90% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area. Property prices are trending up 18.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB1 1BD. The average age is 32.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 65,000
4 sales · Mean £ 62,500
Terraced
£ 120,000
1 sales · Mean £ 120,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BB1 1BD is moderate at 50 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 Matthew's Church of England Primary School
Brunel Nursery School
St Mary's and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
Audley Junior School
Audley Infant School
Blackburn St Thomas' Church of England Primary School
St Alban's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
Blackburn Central High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
45 nearby- Oh My Chaii0.5 km
- World of Waffle Ltd0.8 km
- Yummy Cup Corn0.9 km
- Burger Beats0.4 km
- Danny's Karahi House0.7 km
- + 40 more
Retailers - Other
62 nearby- Ann Summers0.9 km
- Sports Direct0.9 km
- Greens0.8 km
- Sugar Rush0.8 km
- Yex Oriental Store0.9 km
- + 57 more
Restaurant, Cafe
43 nearby- Costa Coffee0.8 km
- The Making Room1.0 km
- Thira Restaurant0.8 km
- Blackburn Tenpin0.5 km
- Blackburn Youth Zone0.7 km
- + 38 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Nightsafe @ Platform 50.6 km
- Blakewater Hotel0.6 km
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.6 km
- Farm Foods1.0 km
- Lidl Great Britain Limited0.8 km
- Asda Stores Ltd0.8 km
- Kashmir Supermarket0.6 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Buzz Bingo0.8 km
- Clifton Arms0.8 km
- Postal Order0.7 km
- Audley W M C0.5 km
- Bar Ibiza0.8 km
- + 5 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Blackburn0.5 km
- Mill Hill (Lancashire)2.2 km
- Cherry Tree3.4 km
Bus Stops
- Brunel Drive0.1 km
- Brunel Drive0.1 km
- Stirling Drive0.2 km
- Jans Conference Centre0.2 km
- Reading Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: BB11BD · Data under Open Government Licence