Postcode Analysis Blackburn with Darwen, North West

BB1 1DW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BB1 1DW.

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Population

407

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Avg Age

37

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Avg Income

£ 30,100 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BB1 1DW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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3/10
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9/10
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9/10
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2/10
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7/10
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2/10
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10/10
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6/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Cultural diversity defines BB1 1DW — 82% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Moderate crime is broadly expected in a dense, active multicultural neighbourhood.

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

BB1 1DW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Higher Audley in Blackburn (Blackburn with Darwen). Administratively it sits within Audley & Queen's Park ward and the Blackburn constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 — non-white workforce in manufacturing and transport. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. 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.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. 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 1DW are sourced from Output Area E00063403 (shared with 47 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 BB1 1DW. The average age is 36.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British14.4%
Asian / British Asian81.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.7%
Other / Mixed3.2%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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

Crime around BB1 1DW is moderate at 56 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 offences116
Anti-social behaviour101
Other theft24
Criminal damage and arson21
Drugs18

school Local Schools

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St Matthew's Church of England Primary School

Good276 pupils0.2 km
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Brunel Nursery School

Good41 pupils0.3 km
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Blackburn St Thomas' Church of England Primary School

Good465 pupils0.5 km
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St Alban's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn

Requires Improvement194 pupils0.6 km
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Audley Junior School

Good402 pupils0.7 km
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Audley Infant School

Good256 pupils0.7 km
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St Michael With St John CofE Primary School

Good312 pupils0.7 km
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St Mary's and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn

Good210 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

64 nearby
  • Ann Summers0.9 km
  • Madina Store1.0 km
  • Almurshid Grocers0.5 km
  • Asghar Food Store0.5 km
  • Audley News0.5 km
  • + 59 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

41 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.8 km
  • The Making Room1.0 km
  • Thira Restaurant0.8 km
  • Cube0.8 km
  • La Marocaine0.4 km
  • + 36 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

51 nearby
  • World of Waffle Ltd0.9 km
  • Yummy Cup Corn0.9 km
  • Greggs @ Frontier Park0.4 km
  • Dr Smokes0.4 km
  • Pepes Piri Piri1.0 km
  • + 46 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

10 nearby
  • Audley W M C0.5 km
  • Bar Ibiza0.9 km
  • Calypso Caribbean Restaurant0.4 km
  • Buzz Bingo0.8 km
  • Clifton Arms1.0 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Nightsafe @ Platform 50.6 km
  • Blakewater Hotel0.7 km
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Supermarkets

7 nearby
  • Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.6 km
  • ABC Foods1.0 km
  • Asda Stores Ltd1.0 km
  • Kashmir Supermarket0.8 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Blackburn0.6 km
  • Mill Hill (Lancashire)2.4 km
  • Cherry Tree3.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Chester Street0.1 km
  • Thornhill Close0.1 km
  • Chester Street0.1 km
  • Brunel Drive0.1 km
  • Chester Street0.1 km