Blackburn South & Lower Darwen ward is located in the southern part of Blackburn with Darwen, encompassing residential areas and green spaces. The ward includes neighbourhoods like Lower Darwen, which has a mix of housing types, from terraced homes to modern developments. The area is served by local schools, shops, and community facilities, catering to everyday needs. The Leeds and Liverpool Canal runs through the ward, providing a route for walking and cycling.
Lower Darwen retains a distinct identity, with its own high street and leisure amenities. The ward features parks such as Bold Venture Park, offering open space for recreation. Transport links include road connections to Blackburn town centre and nearby towns like Darwen. The ward has a mix of industrial and residential zones, reflecting its historical ties to manufacturing while adapting to modern demands.
On average Blackburn South & Lower Darwen has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 85 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen is £43,946 per year. There are 3 schools in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 118 recent sales, the median property price is £203,750 in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £395,000.
By property type: detached homes sit at £265,000; semi-detached at £183,000; terraced at £126,250; flats at £74,000.
10 years price trend in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen
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Briarcroft
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Leopold Way
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Eckersley Close
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Lea Drive
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Parkdale Gardens
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Orchard Close
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Greenfield View
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Bog Height Road
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Davy Field Road
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Beamish Avenue
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Greenfields
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Forrestside
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Branch Road
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Dover Street
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Farfield Drive
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Verbena Close
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Woodsend Close
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Beatrice Place
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Bailey Close
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The Glen
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Empress Street
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Crambe Heights
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New Meadow Close
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Clayton Way
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Cross Street
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Tottenham Road
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Higher Croft Road
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Primula Drive
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Campbell Close
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Bog Height Road
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Ewood & Fernhurst
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Ewood & Fernhurst
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Kingston Place
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Aster Chase
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St Lucia Close
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Cross Street
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Barons Way
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Wagstaff Close
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Higher Croft Road
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Greenacre
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Brotherston Drive
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Tottenham Road
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Knight Crescent
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Queen's Park & Higher Croft
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The Shires
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Trillium Way
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Newfield Drive
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Langton Close
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Dale View
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Arbour Drive
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Ashwood Avenue
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The Greenwood
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Grenada Close
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Beamish Avenue
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Water Meadows
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/07/2025.