Philip Street is in Darwen and in Blackburn district. BB3 2DJ is located in the Darwen South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Rossendale and Darwen. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Philip Street, Darwen, BB3 2DJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB3 2DH, BB3 2FH, BB3 2DL, BB3 2DQ, BB3 2DN, BB3 3HW, BB3 2DF, BB3 2DS, BB3 2DT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding BB3 2DJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 53.8% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 48.7% | 46.2% | -2.5% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.8% | 41.2% | 0.4% | 37.9% | 3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.9% | 37.7% | -6.2% | 44.2% | -6.5% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 11.1% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 7% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 45.8% | 42.9% | -2.9% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 31.1% | -3.0% | 33.6% | -2.5% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 17.6% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 4.9% |
| Bad health | 4% | 5.9% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 1.3% |
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.
In the area around BB3 2DJ this area, 28.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.7% | 28.6% | 3.9% | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.4% | 13.6% | -4.8% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.1% | 16.6% | -4.5% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 5.5% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 12.6% | -1.7% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.8% | 23.1% | 8.3% | 33.8% | -10.7% |
| Other | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Pakistani | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.8% | 1.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.5% | 94.9% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
In this area, 92.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.6% | 92.4% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 5.1% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.2% | 92% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.3% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 11.4% | 13.5% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.6% | 37.2% | 3.4% |
| Christian | 51.9% | 46.2% | 5.7% |
| Muslim | 3.3% | 6.5% | -3.2% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.8% | 6.0% | -2.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Philip Street was 97.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.9% higher than the Darwen South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Philip Street has the 7th highest crime rate of 30 local areas in Darwen South and the 173rd highest crime rate of 440 local areas in Blackburn with Darwen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -71.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 66% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Philip Street, Darwen, Blackburn With Darwen Terraced, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2023-06-19 | £135,446 |
| 9 Philip Street, Darwen, Blackburn With Darwen Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2022-07-22 | £140,353 |
| 11 Philip Street, Darwen, Blackburn With Darwen Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2021-10-21 | £164,785 |
| 25 Philip Street, Darwen, Blackburn With Darwen Terraced, an established residential building | £63,500 | 2020-08-21 | £86,534 |
| 19 Philip Street, Darwen, Blackburn With Darwen Terraced, an established residential building | £54,500 | 2019-12-10 | £76,356 |
BB3 2DJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 40 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turncroft Nursery School Highfield Road , BB3 2DN | 4out of 4 | 135 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Darwen Childrens Centre Winterton Road , BB3 0ER | - not rated | 994 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longshaw Nursery School Crosby Road , BB2 3NF | 3out of 4 | 4,607 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darwen St Peter's Church of England Primary School Turncroft Road , BB3 2BW | 3out of 4 | 398 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sudell Primary School Sudell Road , BB3 3EB | - not rated | 408 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Darwen Aldridge Sudell Primary Ellison Fold Terrace , BB3 3EB | 3out of 4 | 408 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Trinity VC School Bank Top , BB3 2RW | - not rated | 684 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School, Darwen Limes Avenue , BB3 2SG | 3out of 4 | 910 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darwen Aldridge Community Academy Sudell Road , BB3 3HD | - not rated | 227 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio Police Street , BB3 1AF | 3out of 4 | 827 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Darwen Moorland High School Holden Fold , BB3 3AU | - not rated | 1,224 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darwen Vale High School Blackburn Road , BB3 0AL | 3out of 4 | 2,637 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Darwen Vale High School Blackburn Road , BB3 0AL | - not rated | 3,091 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darwen School 3 Sudell Road , BB3 3HW | - not rated | 105 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aurora Woodlands School Woodlands , Holly Tree Close BB3 2NG | - not rated | 1,789 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tullyallan Special School Salisbury Road , BB3 1HZ | - not rated | 1,853 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Sunnyhurst Centre Salisbury Road , BB3 1HZ | - not rated | 1,853 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Crosshill Special School Salisbury Road , BB3 1HZ | 3out of 4 | 1,908 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number 39 | 39 Bridge Street | 430 yd | |
| Cin Cin Gin Bar | 1a Church Bank Street | 457 yd | |
| Number 1 Coffee Shop | 1 Bolton Road | 460 yd | |
| The Kettle Cafe and Bar | 47-51 Bridge Street | 468 yd | |
| Artisan Cafe & Wine Bar | 15-17 Bridge Street | 468 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Hotel | 94 Sudell Road | 107 yd | |
| Black Horse Hotel | 72-74 Redearth Road | 301 yd | |
| Entwistle Hotel | 15 Entwistle Street | 332 yd | |
| Bees Knees | Bridge Street | 433 yd | |
| Bridge St Sports & Social Club | 27-33 Bridge Street | 453 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yung's Fish and Chips | 28 Highfield Street | 191 yd | |
| Lees Cantonese | 87 Sudell Road | 222 yd | |
| Marsh House Chippy | 16 Marsh House Lane | 234 yd | |
| Hings Chippy | 143 Bolton Road | 460 yd | |
| Khans Grill | 19-21 Bolton Road | 460 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's Plc | Sainsbury Superstore, Redearth Road | 418 yd | |
| One Stop | 6-7 Church Street | 458 yd | |
| Iceland | Iceland, School Street | 616 yd | |
| ASDA | School Street | 616 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Ltd | Lidl, Duckworth Street | 995 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Darwen Aldridge Community Academy SUDELL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 299 yd |
| Sudell Primary School SUDELL ROAD | grass pitches | 317 yd |
| Urban Elite Fitness (Closed) Bolton Road | health and fitness suite | 608 yd |
| Holy Trinity Ce Primary School BANK TOP | artificial grass pitch | 670 yd |
| Darwen Leisure Centre THE GREEN | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 759 yd |
| Darwen Leisure Centre (Closed) Green Street | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 765 yd |
| St Joseph'S Roman Catholic Primary School LIMES AVENUE | grass pitches | 914 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 | 96.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.2% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 223.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.