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Living in Blackburn: Property Area Guide

Lancashire, North West · Population 117,000

House Prices in Blackburn

£145,000

Average

£250,000

Detached

£155,000

Semi-Detached

£100,000

Terraced

£70,000

Flat

Based on recent Land Registry sold price data. Actual prices vary by street and condition.

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About Blackburn

Blackburn offers very affordable property with good transport links. The town is more diverse than many Lancashire towns. Cathedral Quarter regeneration is improving the centre. Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School is highly regarded.

Lifestyle & Things to Do

Blackburn is a former textile town with a diverse community. The Cathedral Quarter has been regenerated. King George's Hall hosts major events. Witton Country Park provides green space. Blackburn Rovers FC has a proud history.

Transport & Commuting

Northern trains reach Manchester in about 45 minutes and Preston in 20 minutes. The M65 provides fast road access. The M6 is accessible via the M65 and A677.

Train to London

180m to London Euston (via Preston)

Nearest Motorway

M65, M6

Schools & Education

Top Schools

  • Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School
  • Tauheedul Islam Girls' High School
  • Blackburn Central High School

Healthcare

Royal Blackburn Hospital

Best Areas to Live in Blackburn

Pleasington

Wilpshire

Beardwood

Property Buying Tips for Blackburn

Pleasington is the premium area. Wilpshire and Rishton offer village alternatives. Darwen to the south has its own identity. Mill Hill has family estates. Beardwood is established and popular.

Local Authority

Council

Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council

Council Tax

£1,710 (Band D)

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