Waterside Terrace is in Waterside, Darwen and in Blackburn district. BB3 3PD is located in the West Pennine 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 Waterside Terrace, Waterside, Darwen, BB3 3PD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: BB3 3PB, BB3 3NT, BB3 3PA, BB3 3NS, BB3 3NY, BB3 3NZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding BB3 3PD has a slightly higher male population, with 51.8% of residents 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 | 51.7% | 48.2% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -2.8% |
| Male | 48.3% | 51.8% | 3.5% | 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 | 26% | 30.7% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.2% | 45.5% | -4.7% | 44.2% | 1.3% |
| Separated | 4% | 4.5% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 12.7% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 7.6% | 6.6% | -1.0% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 40.8% | 42.4% | 1.6% | 48.4% | -6.0% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 36.4% | 0.7% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 15.9% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 6.9% | 4.2% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 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 | 28.2% | 21.3% | -6.9% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.1% | 10.2% | 0.1% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.7% | 9.8% | -3.9% | 13.4% | -3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.3% | 6.1% | -2.2% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 20.9% | 8.6% | 16.9% | 4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.4% | 29.9% | 7.5% | 33.8% | -3.9% |
| Other | 5.1% | 1.6% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.6% | 96.8% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.9% | 2.8% | 1.9% | 0.1% | 2.7% |
In this area, 97.5% 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 | 96.2% | 97.5% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 97.9% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -8.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0.4% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 13.8% | 13.5% | 0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.5% | 37.2% | -6.7% |
| Christian | 62.8% | 46.2% | 16.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Waterside Terrace was 56.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.9% lower than the Darwen West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Waterside Terrace has the 5th highest crime rate of 20 local areas in Darwen West and the 142nd lowest crime rate of 440 local areas in Blackburn with Darwen .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Waterside Terrace, Darwen, Blackburn With Darwen Terraced, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2024-11-15 | £183,182 |
| 15 Waterside Terrace, Darwen, Blackburn With Darwen Terraced, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2024-08-12 | £177,523 |
| 11 Waterside Terrace, Darwen, Blackburn With Darwen Terraced, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-11-03 | £208,698 |
| 3 Waterside Terrace, Darwen, Blackburn With Darwen Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-06-22 | £181,730 |
| 7 Waterside Terrace, Darwen, Blackburn With Darwen Terraced, an established residential building | £106,000 | 2021-08-20 | £133,693 |
BB3 3PD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turncroft Nursery School Highfield Road , BB3 2DN | 4out of 4 | 2,172 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longshaw Nursery School Crosby Road , BB2 3NF | 3out of 4 | 4,410 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hoddlesden St Paul's Church of England Primary School Hoddlesden St Paul's Ce Primary School , Bayne Street BB3 3NH | 4out of 4 | 1,059 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Belthorn Academy Primary School Belthorn Road , Belthorn BB1 2NY | 3out of 4 | 1,483 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sudell Primary School Sudell Road , BB3 3EB | 2out of 4 | 1,762 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Darwen St James CofE Primary Academy St James Crescent , BB3 0EY | 3out of 4 | 1,886 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Darwen St Peter's Church of England Primary School Turncroft Road , BB3 2BW | 2out of 4 | 2,219 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 | 3out of 4 | 2,349 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Darwen Vale High School Blackburn Road , BB3 0AL | 2out of 4 | 2,575 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Darwen Aldridge Enterprise Studio Police Street , BB3 1AF | 3out of 4 | 2,678 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and St John Catholic College North Road , BB1 1PY | 2out of 4 | 4,570 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackburn Central High School Haslingden Road , BB2 3HJ | - not rated | 4,649 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Pastures Broadhead Road , BB3 3QP | - not rated | 2,585 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Aurora Woodlands School Woodlands , Holly Tree Close BB3 2NG | - not rated | 3,741 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Newfield School Old Bank Lane , Off Shadsworth Road BB1 2PW | 4out of 4 | 4,002 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Noorul Uloom Park Lee Rd , Blackburn BB2 3NY | - not rated | 4,586 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Markazul Uloom Park Lee Road , BB2 3NY | - not rated | 4,586 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 100.0% |
| Median download speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 19.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 25.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 25.2 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 2.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 4.11 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.