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Darwen South

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About

Darwen South is a residential ward located in the town of Darwen, part of the Blackburn with Darwen borough in Lancashire. The area features a mix of housing, including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and some modern developments. It is situated close to Darwen town centre, providing easy access to local shops, schools, and amenities. The ward includes green spaces such as Bold Venture Park, a popular spot for outdoor activities and community events.

The area has good transport links, with bus routes connecting it to Blackburn and surrounding areas. Darwen South is also home to several schools, making it a practical choice for families. The ward has a strong sense of community, with local groups and organisations active in the area. While primarily residential, it retains a connection to Darwen’s industrial past, with some older buildings reflecting its history. The mix of urban and green spaces gives the ward a balanced character.

Area overview

On average Darwen South has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 108 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Darwen South is £39,117 per year. There are 3 schools in Darwen South: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
108
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
7.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Darwen South Population
8,201
Population density
1,100.6 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,682
93.68%
Other White
129
1.57%
Pakistani
124
1.51%
Indian
51
0.62%
White and Asian (mixed)
41
0.5%
Total population: 8,200

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,330
36.02%
Owns with a mortgage
1,295
35.08%
Private landlord or letting agency
596
16.14%
Other social rented
299
8.1%
Other forms of private rent
77
2.09%
Total households: 3,692

Property prices in Darwen South

Based on 160 recent sales, the median property price is £174,800 in Darwen South area, with individual transactions ranging from £55,000 up to £500,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Darwen South 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 Darwen South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached37£265,000
Flats5£95,000
Semi-Detached36£186,500
Terraced82£134,500

10 years median price trend in Darwen South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Darwen South.

All postcodes in Darwen South

BB32DQ

Lily Street

BB32ES

Grimshaw Street

BB32FG

Chaffinch Trail

BB32FN

Curlew Grove

BB32JW

Alfred Street

BB33SP

Maple Mews

BB33JJ

Brussells Road

BB32DX

Ashton Road

BB32HY

Cranberry Lane

BB32PN

Cross Street

BB32PT

Astley Street

BB32TN

Northumberland Close

BB32TS

Sough Road

BB33LF

Bosley Close

BB32TR

Cumberland Close

BB32AT

India Street

BB32AW

South Darwen & Whitehall

BB32BQ

Prince Lee Meadows

BB32FD

South Darwen & Whitehall

BB32HA

Causeway Street

BB32JN

Maria Street

BB32NF

Blackpool Street

BB32PJ

South Darwen & Whitehall

BB32SW

Mill Gap Street

BB33RG

Railway Road

BB33RJ

Chancel Place

BB33RR

Chapter Road

BB31DQ

Bolton Road

BB32HS

Spring Vale Garden Village

BB32AY

Darwen Town

BB32BN

Holker Street

BB32EA

St Peter's Close

BB32EX

Belgrave Square

BB32HE

Pickup Fold

BB32HG

Tunnel Street

BB32PS

Bolton Road

BB33RL

Bisham Close

BB31DF

Bolton Road

BB32BB

South Darwen & Whitehall

BB32AR

Ashton Lane

BB33SD

Beaumont Way

BB32PU

Astley Street

BB32DF

Primrose Street

BB32PG

Balle Street

BB33RX

South Darwen & Whitehall

BB32AB

Crown Street

BB32BY

Holker Street

BB32DY

Balle Street

BB32EU

Causeway Street

BB32HQ

Lower Barn Street

BB32JP

Bolton Road

BB32JR

Blackpool Street

BB32QN

Melbourne Street

BB32QZ

Bowling Green Close

BB33GT

Green Field

BB33GW

South Darwen & Whitehall

BB33JL

Brussells Road

BB33SG

Beaumont Way

BB32AP

Gadfield Street

BB32BR

St John's Avenue

BB32DD

Highfield Street

BB32EZ

Grimshaw Street

BB32LF

Ivy Terrace

BB32QS

Northcote Street

BB32BA

Alpha Street

BB32FQ

Knowlesly Meadows

BB32PH

Radfield Road

BB32PP

Bolton Road

BB32QR

Epworth Street

BB33GU

Taylors Turn

BB33JW

Avallon Way

BB33LQ

Moorlands Court

BB33PT

Chancel Way

BB32AZ

South Darwen & Whitehall

BB32EP

Watery Lane

BB32HZ

Cranberry Fold Court

BB32PB

Chapel Street

BB33GZ

Tower View

BB33PN

Blacksnape Road

BB33QY

Sawley Close

BB32QU

Bolton Road

BB32DS

Hodgson Street

BB32HB

Hampden Avenue

BB32JX

Ashleigh Street

BB32PL

Bolton Road

BB32PX

Astley Terrace

BB32UA

Duckshaw Road

BB33FW

Pole Lane

BB33TL

East Darwen

BB32BU

Hannah Street

BB32DW

Carr Road

BB32FB

Redearth Road

BB32HW

Martin Drive

BB33RQ

Spire Close

BB33SL

Beaumont Way

BB32BL

Sough Road

BB32HP

Cranfield View

BB31AD

Bolton Road

BB32HU

Cranberry Lane

BB32DJ

Lily Street

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.