Postcode Analysis Blackburn with Darwen, North West

BLACKSNAPE ROAD, BB3 3PN House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLACKSNAPE ROAD, BB3 3PN.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

324

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 40,400 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: BB3 3PN is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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10/10
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1/10
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10/10
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1/10
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8/10
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2/10
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10/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. BB3 3PN spans multiple life stages — average age 41, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 60.7% year-on-year.

home £228,909 median price shield Safety 9/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

BB3 3PN is a safe, established residential area on Blacksnape Road, 0.1km from Blacksnape in Blackburn with Darwen. Administratively it sits within Darwen South ward and the Rossendale and Darwen constituency.

For families considering a move, BB3 3PN represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 95% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £228k, up 60.7% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for BB3 3PN are sourced from Output Area E00181507 (shared with 13 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 3PN. The average age is 41.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.0%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed3.1%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 199,000

29 sales · Mean £ 200,077

Semi-Detached

£ 357,500

6 sales · Mean £ 348,991

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

BB3 3PN has low crime rates — 12 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour4
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

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Hoddlesden St Paul's Church of England Primary School

Outstanding235 pupils0.9 km
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Darwen St Peter's Church of England Primary School

Good279 pupils1.3 km
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Darwen, St Barnabas CofE Primary Academy

Good207 pupils1.4 km
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Sudell Primary School

Good149 pupils1.4 km
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Turncroft Nursery School

Outstanding70 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Ranken Arms Ltd0.8 km
  • Hoddlesden Deli & Village Store0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Blackburn Eagles FC0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Craven Heifer0.7 km
  • Greenfield Restaurant Ltd0.9 km
  • Hoddlesden Club0.8 km
  • The Ranken Arms Ltd0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Darwen2.0 km
  • Entwistle4.1 km
  • Mill Hill (Lancashire)6.6 km