Broughton Close is in Blackburn and in Blackburn With Darwen district. BB2 3TW is located in the Blackburn South East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blackburn. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Broughton Close, Blackburn, BB2 3TW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB2 3EB, BB2 3TX, BB2 3TY, BB2 3EN, BB2 3TJ, BB2 3WX, BB2 3ED, BB2 3EA, BB2 3EW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BB2 3TW is primarily male, with 53.9% of the population being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 46.1% | -6.9% | 51.0% | -4.9% |
| Male | 47% | 53.9% | 6.9% | 49.0% | 4.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around BB2 3TW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.3% | 47.6% | 4.3% | 37.9% | 9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 37.7% | 34.6% | -3.1% | 44.2% | -9.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 2.9% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 13.2% | 11.2% | -2.0% | 9.1% | 2.1% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 2.9% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 51.5% | 52.2% | 0.7% | 48.4% | 3.8% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 30.4% | -2.3% | 33.6% | -3.2% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 11.6% | 2.3% | 12.7% | -1.1% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 4.7% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 0.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.1% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34% | 21.8% | -12.2% | 18.2% | 3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.5% | 8.6% | -8.9% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 17.2% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 6.9% | 5.4% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 14% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.9% | 29.7% | 12.8% | 33.8% | -4.1% |
| Other | 4% | 2% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.9% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 6% | 5.2% | 3.1% | 2.9% |
| Pakistani | 1.1% | 3.4% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 91.1% | 82.9% | -8.2% | 81.4% | 1.5% |
| Arab | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 84.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.4% | 84.9% | -7.5% | 83.2% | 1.7% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 6.9% | 4.2% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 5.2% | 3.1% | 5.6% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 85% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 1.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 6.4% | 4.9% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 4.7% | 3.4% | 2.9% | 1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 2.6% | -1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.2% | 76.7% | -5.5% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 6% | 1.3% | 4.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| North Africa | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 17.3% | 13.5% | 3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.8% | 37.2% | -6.4% |
| Christian | 55.3% | 46.2% | 9.1% |
| Muslim | 10.9% | 6.5% | 4.4% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Broughton Close was 75.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.2% lower than the Audley & Queen's Park average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Broughton Close has the 26th lowest crime rate of 77 local areas in Audley & Queen's Park and the 201st lowest crime rate of 440 local areas in Blackburn with Darwen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Broughton Close, Blackburn, Blackburn With Darwen Terraced, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2007-05-22 | £99,913 |
| 10 Broughton Close, Blackburn, Blackburn With Darwen Terraced, an established residential building | £19,600 | 2005-02-14 | £40,577 |
| 7 Broughton Close, Blackburn, Blackburn With Darwen Terraced, an established residential building | £31,000 | 2004-05-10 | £74,206 |
| Full-Time Employee | 176 |
| Part-Time Employee | 55 |
| Retired | 47 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 26 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Unemployed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 40 |
| Manufacturing | 29 |
| Education | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longshaw Nursery School Crosby Road , BB2 3NF | 3out of 4 | 933 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brunel Nursery School Cambridge Street , BB1 1ES | 3out of 4 | 1,738 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ashworth Nursery School Addison Close , BB2 1QU | 4out of 4 | 2,571 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Turncroft Nursery School Highfield Road , BB3 2DN | 4out of 4 | 4,713 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady of Perpetual Succour Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn Holmbrook Close , BB2 3UG | 3out of 4 | 858 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longshaw Community Junior School Park Lee Road , BB2 3NX | 3out of 4 | 861 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longshaw Infant School Crosby Road , BB2 3NF | 3out of 4 | 872 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's and St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn Bennington Street , BB2 3HP | 3out of 4 | 1,027 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Primary School Off Stopes Brow , Lower Darwen BB3 0QP | 3out of 4 | 1,060 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackburn Central High School Haslingden Road , BB2 3HJ | - not rated | 884 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St John Catholic College North Road , BB1 1PY | 2out of 4 | 1,745 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tauheedul Islam Boys' High School Sumner Street , BB2 2LD | 4out of 4 | 1,833 yd | Free schools | No | Boys | More About School |
| Darwen Vale High School Blackburn Road , BB3 0AL | 2out of 4 | 1,977 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrid's Church of England Academy Duckworth Street , BB2 2JR | 3out of 4 | 2,167 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackburn College Blackburn College , Harrison Centre BB2 1LH | - not rated | 2,416 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's College Shear Brow , BB1 8DX | - not rated | 3,645 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School West Park Road , BB2 6DF | 2out of 4 | 3,211 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noorul Uloom Park Lee Rd , Blackburn BB2 3NY | - not rated | 650 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Markazul Uloom Park Lee Road , BB2 3NY | - not rated | 650 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Crosshill Special School Haslingden Rd , BB2 3HJ | - not rated | 818 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newfield School Old Bank Lane , Off Shadsworth Road BB1 2PW | 4out of 4 | 1,295 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Al Islah Girls' High School 108 Audley Range , BB1 1TF | - not rated | 1,564 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky Fried Chicken | Kentucky Fried Chicken, Haslingden Road | 667 yd | |
| WH Smiths Costa Coffee | Royal Blackburn Hospital, Haslingden Road | 692 yd | |
| Waterside Canteen | Waterside Office | 960 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Observatory | Old Bank Lane | 523 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fishmoor Chippery | 49 Fishmoor Drive | 379 yd | |
| Mega Munch | 42 Old Bank Lane | 523 yd | |
| Manxman Chippy | 45 Crosby Road | 946 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kashmir Supermarket | Unit 3, Europa House, Bennington Street | 1,075 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| My Gym @ Highercroft NEWFIELD DRIVE | health and fitness suite | 457 yd |
| Everton Playing Fields MANXMAN ROAD | grass pitches | 460 yd |
| Roman Road Cp (Closed) Fishmoor Drive | grass pitches | 512 yd |
| Roman Road Recreation Ground Fishmoor Drive | grass pitches | 628 yd |
| Blackburn Golf Centre And Driving Range (Closed) Haslingden Road | golf | 841 yd |
| Blackburn Central High School With Crosshill HASLINGDEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 882 yd |
| Our Lady Of Perpetual Succour Roman Catholic Primary School HOLMBROOK CLOSE | grass pitches | 912 yd |
| St James' Lower Darwen Church Of England Primary School STOPES BROW | grass pitches | 936 yd |
| Longshaw Community Junior School PARK LEE ROAD | grass pitches | 968 yd |
| Powerleague Soccerdome (Blackburn) HASLINGDEN ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 1,044 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 67.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.