BB3 0AG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Blackburn Road, 0.2km from Moss Bridge in Darwen. Administratively it sits within Darwen West ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, BB3 0AG is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 41 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 26% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 91 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £98k, 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 BB3 0AG are sourced from Output Area E00063475 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BLACKBURN ROAD, BB3 0AG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLACKBURN ROAD, BB3 0AG.
554
41
£ 35,600 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BB3 0AG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 62% owner-occupation and average age 41, BB3 0AG has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB3 0AG. The average age is 41.3. 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 balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 100,250
2 sales · Mean £ 100,250
Terraced
£ 92,500
2 sales · Mean £ 92,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around BB3 0AG is above average at 91 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Darwen Vale High School
St Edward's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School
Crosshill Special School
Lower Darwen Primary School
Avondale Primary School
Blackburn the Redeemer CofE Primary
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Chopstix Noodle Bar0.1 km
- Kebabish0.9 km
- Pizzeria di Napoli0.9 km
- Lynwood Pizza House0.2 km
- Suhana Spice0.9 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Darwen Masonic Hall0.6 km
- Oakenhurst Farm Brewers Fayre0.7 km
- The Golden Cup0.2 km
- Crown Paints Sports & Social Club0.3 km
- Anchor Hotel0.2 km
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Aman's Convenience Store0.9 km
- Green Lane Mini Market0.5 km
- Sams Convenience Store0.4 km
- Shell Darwen0.4 km
- Stotts Craft Bakery0.3 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Costa Coffee0.1 km
- Crown & Thistle Craft Bakery0.2 km
- Grub @ The Hub0.4 km
- McDonalds Restaurant Ltd0.1 km
- Lynwood Cantonese0.3 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Darwen Stores LTD (Nisa Local)0.8 km
- Nisa Local Store0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darwen2.0 km
- Mill Hill (Lancashire)2.8 km
- Cherry Tree3.3 km
Bus Stops
- Redvers Road0.0 km
- Moss Fold Road0.1 km
- The Meadows0.1 km
- Birch Hall Avenue0.2 km
- The Anchor0.3 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: BB30AG · Data under Open Government Licence