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Broadfield & Knuzden

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About

Broadfield & Knuzden are residential areas on the western edge of Hyndburn, bordering open countryside. The housing is primarily a mix of mid-20th century terraces and semis, with some modern developments. Local amenities are centred around a few key roads, providing essential shops, schools, and community facilities. The layout is practical, with straightforward access to Blackburn via the A666.

The area is defined by its proximity to green spaces like the Leeds and Liverpool Canal towpath and Knuzden Brook. Knuzden itself retains a more village-like feel compared to the denser Broadfield streets. A notable local landmark is the historic St. Oswald's Church, which sits overlooking the surrounding landscape. The overall character is quiet and residential, with a strong sense of separation from the busier town centres nearby.

Area overview

On average Broadfield & Knuzden has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 86 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Broadfield & Knuzden is £38,600 per year. There are 3 schools in Broadfield & Knuzden: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
86
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Broadfield & Knuzden Population
5,891
Population density
332.5 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,510
93.53%
Pakistani
143
2.43%
Other White
53
0.9%
Indian
44
0.75%
Irish
32
0.54%
Total population: 5,891

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,245
46.63%
Owns with a mortgage
875
32.77%
Private landlord or letting agency
287
10.75%
Other social rented
129
4.83%
Social rents from council
72
2.7%
Total households: 2,670

Property prices in Broadfield & Knuzden

Based on 62 recent sales, the median property price is £175,000 in Broadfield & Knuzden area, with individual transactions ranging from £70,000 up to £525,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Broadfield & Knuzden 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 Broadfield & Knuzden over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached12£242,000
Semi-Detached32£173,250
Terraced18£151,975

10 years median price trend in Broadfield & Knuzden

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Broadfield & Knuzden.

Data Sources

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