Living in BL7: Liveability Score 52/100
Blackburn with Darwen, North West
Last updated 25 June 2026
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BL7 scores 52 but individual postcodes tell the full story
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Score breakdown
Safety & Environment
Recorded crime is above the national average. The police force here doesn’t publish street-level data, so this is a district-level estimate from Home Office recorded-crime totals for Bolton (year ending Dec 2025): 30,504 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
Broadly acceptable environment.
Services
0 Outstanding, 17 Good out of 18 rated schools.
Healthcare ratings are broadly average. 2 GP surgeries serve the area.
79% gigabit coverage; 93% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 8/10, among the least deprived in England.
Band D council tax £2,455/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are broadly average.
Transport
Moderate transport coverage: some public transport available.
Lifestyle
Relatively limited local amenities compared to the national average. Around 117 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
BL7 covers 507 active postcodes in Blackburn with Darwen, North West.
Frequently asked questions
Is BL7 a safe area to live?
BL7 scores 24/100 for safety. Recorded crime is above the national average. The police force here doesn’t publish street-level data, so this is a district-level estimate from Home Office recorded-crime totals for Bolton (year ending Dec 2025): 30,504 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
What are the schools like in BL7?
Schools in BL7 score 60/100. 0 Outstanding, 17 Good out of 18 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in BL7?
Broadband in BL7 scores 43/100. 79% gigabit coverage; 93% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does BL7 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include BL1, BL2, BL11. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for BL7?
BL7 scores 52/100, rated "Average", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.
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