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Meadowhead

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About

Meadowhead is a residential area located in Blackburn with Darwen, known for its mix of housing types, including terraced homes and semi-detached properties. The area is situated close to local amenities, with schools, shops, and parks within easy reach. Public transport links provide connections to Blackburn town centre and surrounding areas, making it a practical location for commuters.

The nearby Witton Park offers green space for recreation, while the area’s proximity to the M65 motorway allows for convenient travel further afield. Meadowhead has a community-focused feel, with local facilities catering to everyday needs. The blend of residential streets and accessible services makes it a functional and well-connected part of Blackburn.

Area overview

On average Meadowhead has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 121 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 19.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Meadowhead is £33,300 per year. There are 3 schools in Meadowhead: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
121
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
19.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Meadowhead Population
7,276
Population density
3,863 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,590
90.57%
Other White
209
2.87%
Indian
100
1.37%
Pakistani
68
0.93%
African
54
0.74%
Total population: 7,276

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,091
34.68%
Owns with a mortgage
812
25.81%
Other social rented
517
16.43%
Private landlord or letting agency
383
12.17%
Social rents from council
249
7.91%
Total households: 3,146

Property prices in Meadowhead

Based on 102 recent sales, the median property price is £160,000 in Meadowhead area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £479,995.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Meadowhead 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 Meadowhead over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached23£255,000
Flats1£156,000
Semi-Detached38£163,750
Terraced40£131,750

10 years median price trend in Meadowhead

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

Data Sources

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