Postcode Analysis Blackburn with Darwen, North West

BLACKBURN ROAD, BB3 0AG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLACKBURN ROAD, BB3 0AG.

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Population

554

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 35,600 /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: BB3 0AG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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8/10
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5/10
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8/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British91.7%
Asian / British Asian4.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed3.8%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

Anti-social behaviour82
Violence and sexual offences64
Criminal damage and arson16
Public order14
Shoplifting13

school Local Schools

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Darwen Vale High School

Requires Improvement944 pupils0.3 km
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St Edward's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn

Good204 pupils0.3 km
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St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School

Outstanding217 pupils0.6 km
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Crosshill Special School

Good81 pupils1.1 km
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Lower Darwen Primary School

Good387 pupils1.2 km
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Avondale Primary School

Good398 pupils1.2 km
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Blackburn the Redeemer CofE Primary

Outstanding420 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

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
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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
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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
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge0.1 km
restaurant

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
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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