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Beardwood, Pleasington & Livesey

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About

Beardwood, Pleasington & Livesey is a residential area in Blackburn with Darwen, located to the south of Blackburn town centre. The area features a mix of housing, from semi-detached homes to larger detached properties, with green spaces like Pleasington Playing Fields and Livesey Memorial Park. The nearby M65 motorway provides easy access to surrounding towns and cities.

The area is known for Pleasington Cemetery and Crematorium, a notable landmark with scenic views. Local amenities include schools, shops, and pubs, catering to everyday needs. The countryside surroundings, including the West Pennine Moors, offer walking and outdoor opportunities. The area maintains a quiet, suburban feel while remaining close to Blackburn’s urban centre.

Area overview

On average Beardwood, Pleasington & Livesey has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 54 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 3.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Beardwood, Pleasington & Livesey is £47,300 per year. There are 6 schools in Beardwood, Pleasington & Livesey: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
54
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
3.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Beardwood, Pleasington & Livesey Population
8,739
Population density
614.3 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,258
83.05%
Indian
683
7.82%
Pakistani
420
4.81%
Other White
68
0.78%
Irish
66
0.76%
Total population: 8,739

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,775
49.43%
Owns with a mortgage
1,340
37.32%
Private landlord or letting agency
275
7.66%
Other social rented
110
3.06%
Other forms of private rent
64
1.78%
Total households: 3,591

Property prices in Beardwood, Pleasington & Livesey

Based on 166 recent sales, the median property price is £253,000 in Beardwood, Pleasington & Livesey area, with individual transactions ranging from £74,500 up to £875,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Beardwood, Pleasington & Livesey in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Beardwood, Pleasington & Livesey over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached75£337,245
Flats11£104,000
Semi-Detached59£210,000
Terraced21£175,000

10 years median price trend in Beardwood, Pleasington & Livesey

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Beardwood, Pleasington & Livesey.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.