Area Guide – Blackburn (BB)

Living in Blackburn (BB)

Crime levels in Blackburn (BB) are above the England average, multiple rail stations serve the area, flood risk is generally low across much of the area, though street-level conditions can vary. Air quality is broadly good, though conditions may vary by street.

At a glance

Quick answers about living in Blackburn (BB)

Is Blackburn (BB) a good place to live?

Blackburn (BB) has crime levels above the England average and rail stations serving the area.

Are there good schools in Blackburn (BB)?

There are several schools serving Blackburn (BB), with Ofsted-rated options nearby.

What should buyers or renters check street by street in Blackburn (BB)?

Flood risk, train noise and air quality can vary by street, so these should be checked using the relevant maps and local tools before choosing a property.

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shield Crime Above England average (103 vs 81 per 1,000)

directions_railway Transport 3 rail stations within 2 miles of the area centre

Station	Distance
Blackburn Rail Station	0.4 mi
Mill Hill (Lancs) Rail Station	1.1 mi
Cherry Tree Rail Station	1.6 mi

water Flood risk Flood risk is generally low across much of the area — check the flood map for street-level detail

volume_up Train noise Railway noise may affect streets closer to rail lines — use the noise map to check specific locations

air Air quality Good air quality (PM2.5: 6.3 µg/m³) — conditions vary by street

local_hospital Healthcare 53 GP surgeries within 2 miles, with A&E hospitals within easy reach

Name	Type	Distance
COMMUNITY VASECTOMY CLINIC	GP Surgery	0.1 mi
OAKENHURST MEDICAL PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.1 mi
THE MONTAGUE PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.1 mi
FAMILY PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.1 mi
LARKHILL HEALTH CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.1 mi
OPHTHALMOLOGY CLINIC	GP Surgery	0.1 mi
DERMATOLOGY CLINIC	GP Surgery	0.1 mi
DIABETES CLINIC(NORTH)	GP Surgery	0.1 mi
BARBARA CASTLE WAY HC - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	0.1 mi
BARBARA CASTLE WAY HEALTH CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.1 mi
LOCAL PRIMARY CARE GP FEDERATION	GP Surgery	0.1 mi
LOCAL PRIMARY CARE EAST/WEST SPOKE	GP Surgery	0.1 mi
PES@SPECSAVERS LORD ST B'BURN,LSC ICB	GP Surgery	0.2 mi
OLIVE MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
NHS BWD SUBSTANCE MISUSE SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
LARKHILL HEALTH CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
PRIMROSE BANK MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
LIMEFIELD SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.6 mi
REDLAM SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
SHIFA SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
SPRINGFIELD SUB ACUTE REHAB UNIT	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
ST GEORGES SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.9 mi
5 INFIRMARY ROAD	GP Surgery	0.9 mi
PRICHARD STREET BRANCH SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
PRINGLE STREET SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
WITTON MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
LAMBETH STREET SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
WILLIAM HOPWOOD STREET SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
EAST LANCASHIRE HOSPICE	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
SPECIALIST PALLIATIVE CARE SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
BMI BEARDWOOD HOSPITAL	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
LITTLE HARWOOD HEALTH CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
LOCAL PRIMARY CARE NORTH LOCALITY SPOKE	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
PRIMARY CARE DVT SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
BLAKEWATER HEALTHCARE	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
STEPPING STONE PRACTICE	GP Surgery	1.3 mi
BENTHAM ROAD HEALTH CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
BENTHAM ROAD HEALTH CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.4 mi
ROMAN ROAD HEALTH CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
THE CORNERSTONE PRACTICE	GP Surgery	1.6 mi
ABOUT HEALTH LN DERMATOLOGY	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
ABOUT HEALTH LTD	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
ABH MANCHESTER & TRAFFORD CDS	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
W HANTS SW COMM DERM SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
ABOUT HEALTH	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
CSRPRESTON COMMUNITY DERMATOLOGY SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
INTEGRATED COMMUNITY DERMATOLOGY SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
ABOUT HEALTH LTD	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
COMMUNITY INTERMEDIATE CARE SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
CCG PHARMACIST PRESCRIBERS	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
BROWNHILL SURGERY	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
EAST LANCS MEDICAL SERVICE OOH	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
COMMUNITY VISITING SCHEME	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
BLACKBURN HOSPITALS	A&E Hospital	1.4 mi