Postcode Analysis Blackburn with Darwen, North West

COMMERCIAL ROAD, BB3 0DG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COMMERCIAL ROAD, BB3 0DG.

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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 0DG 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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4/10
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7/10
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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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6/10
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4/10
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7/10
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Area Character

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

An affordable area with active regeneration, BB3 0DG 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a business parks zone — manufacturing, transport, and it with higher status mix. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 41% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 62 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban 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 0DG 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 0DG. 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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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)

Crime around BB3 0DG is moderate at 62 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 behaviour71
Violence and sexual offences38
Public order11
Shoplifting7
Criminal damage and arson6

school Local Schools

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Darwen Vale High School

Requires Improvement944 pupils0.5 km
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Lower Darwen Primary School

Good387 pupils0.7 km
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St Edward's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn

Good204 pupils0.7 km
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St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School

Outstanding217 pupils1.0 km
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St James' Church of England Primary School

Good189 pupils1.2 km
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Blackburn the Redeemer CofE Primary

Outstanding420 pupils1.3 km
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Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn

Good172 pupils1.3 km
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Crosshill Special School

Good81 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Chopstix Noodle Bar0.4 km
  • Lynwood Pizza House0.6 km
  • India 2 U0.7 km
  • Munchies0.7 km
  • Greggs0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • Darwen Masonic Hall0.9 km
  • Crown Paints Sports & Social Club0.5 km
  • Oakenhurst Farm Brewers Fayre0.3 km
  • The Golden Cup0.4 km
  • Anchor Hotel0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • Grafters0.0 km
  • The Little Lancashire Village0.7 km
  • Costa Coffee0.4 km
  • Crown & Thistle Craft Bakery0.6 km
  • Grub @ The Hub0.3 km
  • + 5 more
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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Green Lane Mini Market0.4 km
  • Sams Convenience Store0.8 km
  • Shell Darwen0.2 km
  • Stotts Craft Bakery0.7 km
  • Darwen Mini Mart Premier Off Licence0.4 km
  • + 5 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Travelodge0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Nisa Local Store0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Darwen2.1 km
  • Mill Hill (Lancashire)2.8 km
  • Cherry Tree3.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Martinique Drive0.2 km
  • Martinique Drive0.2 km
  • Moss Fold Road0.4 km
  • Redvers Road0.4 km
  • Darwen Vale School0.5 km