Postcode Analysis Blackburn with Darwen, North West

BB3 0BB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BB3 0BB.

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Population

272

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 35,600 /yr

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Employed

38%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BB3 0BB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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6/10
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4/10
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7/10
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2/10
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7/10
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4/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. BB3 0BB's 56% ownership and 39-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. 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 0BB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.5km from Moss Bridge in Darwen. Administratively it sits within Darwen East ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.

For families considering a move, BB3 0BB represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 98 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. 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 0BB are sourced from Output Area E00063476 (shared with 15 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 0BB. The average age is 38.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British92.4%
Asian / British Asian6.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

38%Active
FT: 28%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

Crime around BB3 0BB is above average at 98 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 offences156
Anti-social behaviour102
Criminal damage and arson26
Public order15
Other theft11

school Local Schools

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St Edward's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn

Good204 pupils0.1 km
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St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School

Outstanding217 pupils0.4 km
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Darwen Vale High School

Requires Improvement944 pupils0.6 km
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Crosshill Special School

Good81 pupils0.8 km
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Avondale Primary School

Good398 pupils0.9 km
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Lower Darwen Primary School

Good387 pupils1.2 km
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Darwen St James CofE Primary Academy

Good213 pupils1.5 km
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Blackburn the Redeemer CofE Primary

Outstanding420 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

13 nearby
  • Spice Tandoori0.8 km
  • Kebabish0.6 km
  • Pizzeria di Napoli0.6 km
  • Chopstix Noodle Bar0.4 km
  • Dixyland Chicken & Ribs0.8 km
  • + 8 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Crown Paints Sports & Social Club0.2 km
  • Darwen Masonic Hall0.3 km
  • Hollins Grove Conservative Club0.8 km
  • Oakenhurst Farm Brewers Fayre0.9 km
  • The Golden Cup0.5 km
  • + 2 more
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Retailers - Other

11 nearby
  • Aman's Convenience Store0.6 km
  • Sidco Newsagents0.8 km
  • Lynwood Wines0.1 km
  • Moss Bridge Post Office0.5 km
  • Green Lane Mini Market0.7 km
  • + 6 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

8 nearby
  • Lynwood Cantonese0.1 km
  • Costa Coffee0.4 km
  • Crown & Thistle Craft Bakery0.1 km
  • Grub @ The Hub0.3 km
  • McDonalds Restaurant Ltd0.4 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge0.4 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Darwen Stores LTD (Nisa Local)0.5 km
  • Nisa Local Store0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Darwen1.7 km
  • Mill Hill (Lancashire)3.1 km
  • Cherry Tree3.6 km

Bus Stops

  • The Anchor0.1 km
  • Birch Hall Avenue0.1 km
  • Lynwood Avenue0.2 km
  • Lynwood Avenue0.2 km
  • Lynwood Avenue0.2 km