Postcode Analysis Blackburn with Darwen, North West

HECTOR ROAD, BB3 0AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HECTOR ROAD, BB3 0AY.

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Population

296

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 35,600 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BB3 0AY 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.

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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

BB3 0AY has a significant social housing presence — 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. The 44-year average age reflects a younger, more transient social housing population.

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

BB3 0AY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Hector Road, 0.2km from Moss Bridge in Darwen. Administratively it sits within Darwen East ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, BB3 0AY 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. During the day, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 97 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £165k, 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 0AY are sourced from Output Area E00063477 (shared with 9 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 0AY. The average age is 44.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.9%
Asian / British Asian2.7%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 3%
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Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 162,000

5 sales · Mean £ 140,300

Terraced

£ 175,000

1 sales · Mean £ 175,000

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

Crime around BB3 0AY is above average at 97 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 offences124
Anti-social behaviour90
Criminal damage and arson21
Public order14
Shoplifting13

school Local Schools

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St Edward's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn

Good204 pupils0.3 km
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Darwen Vale High School

Requires Improvement944 pupils0.4 km
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St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School

Outstanding217 pupils0.7 km
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Lower Darwen Primary School

Good387 pupils1.1 km
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Crosshill Special School

Good81 pupils1.1 km
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Avondale Primary School

Good398 pupils1.2 km
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Blackburn the Redeemer CofE Primary

Outstanding420 pupils1.3 km
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St James' Church of England Primary School

Good189 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

8 nearby
  • Chopstix Noodle Bar0.2 km
  • Kebabish0.8 km
  • Pizzeria di Napoli0.8 km
  • Lynwood Pizza House0.2 km
  • New Star1.0 km
  • + 3 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Darwen Masonic Hall0.6 km
  • Hollins Grove Conservative Club1.0 km
  • Oakenhurst Farm Brewers Fayre0.7 km
  • The Golden Cup0.3 km
  • Crown Paints Sports & Social Club0.2 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Aman's Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Green Lane Mini Market0.5 km
  • Sams Convenience Store0.4 km
  • Savoy Service Station (MFG Motor Fuel Group)1.0 km
  • Shell Darwen0.3 km
  • + 5 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Costa Coffee0.2 km
  • Crown & Thistle Craft Bakery0.2 km
  • Grub @ The Hub0.2 km
  • McDonalds Restaurant Ltd0.2 km
  • Lynwood Cantonese0.3 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Darwen Stores LTD (Nisa Local)0.7 km
  • Nisa Local Store0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Darwen1.9 km
  • Mill Hill (Lancashire)2.9 km
  • Cherry Tree3.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Redvers Road0.1 km
  • Moss Fold Road0.2 km
  • Birch Hall Avenue0.2 km
  • The Meadows0.2 km
  • The Anchor0.3 km