BB3 0DB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Commercial Road, 0.3km 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 0DB 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 — manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 0DB are sourced from Output Area E00063477 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
COMMERCIAL ROAD, BB3 0DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COMMERCIAL ROAD, BB3 0DB.
296
44
£ 35,600 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: BB3 0DB 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.
Area Character
With 41% social renting, BB3 0DB is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for BB3 0DB. 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
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
BB3 0DB has low crime rates — 48 incidents 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
St Edward's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn
Darwen Vale High School
Lower Darwen Primary School
St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School
Crosshill Special School
Avondale Primary School
St James' Church of England Primary School
Blackburn the Redeemer CofE Primary
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Aman's Convenience Store0.9 km
- Green Lane Mini Market0.6 km
- Sams Convenience Store0.6 km
- Shell Darwen0.0 km
- Stotts Craft Bakery0.5 km
- + 5 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Travelodge0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Oakenhurst Farm Brewers Fayre0.5 km
- The Golden Cup0.4 km
- Crown Paints Sports & Social Club0.2 km
- Darwen Masonic Hall0.7 km
- Anchor Hotel0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Costa Coffee0.3 km
- Crown & Thistle Craft Bakery0.4 km
- Grub @ The Hub0.1 km
- McDonalds Restaurant Ltd0.3 km
- No 3 Espresso Bar0.9 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
10 nearby- Lynwood Pizza House0.4 km
- Bamboo House0.9 km
- Kebabish0.9 km
- Pizzeria di Napoli0.9 km
- Chopstix Noodle Bar0.3 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Darwen Stores LTD (Nisa Local)0.8 km
- Nisa Local Store0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Darwen1.8 km
- Mill Hill (Lancashire)3.0 km
- Cherry Tree3.5 km
Bus Stops
- Redvers Road0.4 km
- Moss Fold Road0.4 km
- Global Way0.4 km
- Martinique Drive0.4 km
- Martinique Drive0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: BB30DB · Data under Open Government Licence