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Audley & Queen's Park

About

Audley & Queen's Park is a residential ward in Blackburn with Darwen, located to the south of Blackburn town centre. The area is primarily made up of terraced and semi-detached housing, with a mix of private and social housing. Queen's Park, a large green space, is a key feature of the ward, offering recreational facilities and a lake. The ward also includes Blackburn College, a further education institution serving students from across the borough.

The area has good transport links, with easy access to the M65 motorway and regular bus services to Blackburn town centre. Local amenities include shops, schools, and community centres, catering to the needs of residents. The ward has a diverse population, with a range of cultural backgrounds contributing to the community. While the area faces some challenges, such as pockets of deprivation, it remains a practical and well-connected part of Blackburn.

Area overview

On average Audley & Queen's Park has very high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 132 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 39.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Audley & Queen's Park is £30,883 per year. There are 7 schools in Audley & Queen's Park: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
132
Deprivation level
9/10
Income level
1/10
Social housing
39.1%
Connectivity
N/A
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