BB1 1EB is an up-and-coming urban area on Clippers Quay, 0.2km from Audley, Lower in Blackburn (Blackburn with Darwen). Administratively it sits within Blackburn Central ward and the Blackburn constituency.
This is a well-established rental postcode — a close-knit migrant community area with strong extended family networks. The daytime character shifts — urban high streets with mixed ethnicity and businesses. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 50% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. 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 rates are above average at 119 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £56k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the 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 1EB are sourced from Output Area E00063672 (shared with 33 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CLIPPERS QUAY, BB1 1EB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CLIPPERS QUAY, BB1 1EB.
266
36
£ 28,000 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BB1 1EB represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines BB1 1EB — 65% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB1 1EB. The average age is 35.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 56,000
7 sales · Mean £ 90,321
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BB1 1EB is above average at 119 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Brunel Nursery School
St Mary's and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
St Matthew's Church of England Primary School
Blackburn Central High School
Tauheedul Islam Boys' High School
Audley Junior School
Audley Infant School
St Anne's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Nightsafe @ Platform 50.5 km
- Jays Properties0.7 km
- Blakewater Hotel0.4 km
- Canterbury House (Auxilium Housing Association Ltd)0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
45 nearby- Blackburn Tenpin0.2 km
- Blackburn Youth Zone0.5 km
- Naafiah Takeaway0.5 km
- RF Patisserie1.0 km
- Dahna Lounge0.8 km
- + 40 more
Supermarkets
8 nearby- Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited0.6 km
- Farm Foods0.7 km
- Asda Stores Ltd0.4 km
- Kashmir Supermarket0.4 km
- Poundstretcher Ltd0.6 km
- + 3 more
Takeaway Shop
48 nearby- Burger Beats0.7 km
- Danny's Karahi House0.5 km
- Tasty Spot0.5 km
- The Pizza Shop0.5 km
- Top This Pizza0.5 km
- + 43 more
Retailers - Other
66 nearby- Sports Direct0.8 km
- Udat News1.0 km
- Almurshid Grocers0.9 km
- Asghar Food Store0.9 km
- Audley News0.9 km
- + 61 more
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- Electric Church Club Ltd0.9 km
- Buzz Bingo0.9 km
- The Observatory0.9 km
- The Blackburn Times0.9 km
- The Drummer's Arms1.0 km
- + 10 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Blackburn0.4 km
- Mill Hill (Lancashire)1.8 km
- Cherry Tree3.0 km
Bus Stops
- The Peel Centre0.2 km
- The Peel Centre0.2 km
- Jans Conference Centre0.2 km
- Stirling Drive0.2 km
- Blackburn Arena0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: BB11EB · Data under Open Government Licence