About Blacko

Blacko is a small settlement located in the Ribble Valley district of Lancashire, England. It lies within the BB9 postcode area and is situated near the village of Whitewell. The area is characterised by its rural setting, with open countryside and rolling hills typical of the Pennine foothills. Blacko is part of the wider Lancashire landscape, known for its agricultural land and traditional farming communities. The village is not particularly large and retains a quiet, countryside atmosphere. It is accessible by road, with nearby junctions on the A683 providing connections to larger towns such as Clitheroe and Preston. The surrounding area offers walking opportunities and views of the surrounding hills, making it a peaceful spot for those seeking a rural environment.

School Ratings in Blacko

Blacko is served by 81 schools. Walton Lane Nursery School & Children's Centre, Walton Lane Nursery School and East Lancashire Learning Group are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 19 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Blacko

Property prices average £129K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £83K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blacko

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Blacko, with 69 incidents logged in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Blacko

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Blacko is among the more deprived areas nationally. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Blacko

Most properties in Blacko can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,065 sales

Average Price £129K
£220 — £5.6M
Detached £285K 540
Semi £149K 1,197
Terraced £83K 3,869
Flat £105K 112

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

45 Primary
7 Secondary
29 Other
Blacko Primary School Primary 0.3 miles Pendleside Children's Centre 1.3 miles Barrowford School Primary Good 1.3 miles Barrowford St Thomas Church of England Primary School Primary Outstanding 1.4 miles Roughlee Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Grow Independent School Good 1.5 miles Holy Saviour Roman Catholic Primary School, Nelson Primary Good 1.7 miles East Lancashire Learning Group 16 plus Outstanding 1.7 miles Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Primary 1.9 miles Colne Primet Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Colne Primet Academy Secondary Requires Improvement 2 miles Colne Lord Street School Primary Good 2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Blacko IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation identifies Blacko as one of the more deprived areas nationally. Residents face greater challenges around employment and income, though ongoing investment in infrastructure and services is helping to address these issues over time.

Overall Deprivation
3/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
3/10
Health
4/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
2/10
13,652 Children (0-15) 23%
34,591 Working Age 59%
12,837 Older (60+) 22%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 48.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 28.2% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Blacko 513 crimes · March 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Blacko is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

222 Violence & Sexual Offences
69 Anti-Social Behaviour
36 Other Theft
35 Public Order
31 Criminal Damage & Arson
30 Burglary
28 Vehicle Crime
23 Shoplifting
11 Other Crime
9 Weapons
8 Drugs
7 Robbery
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Lancashire Barrowford & Pendleside Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Colne Train Station 1.8 miles
Brierfield Train Station 3.3 miles
Burnley Central Train Station 5.3 miles
Burnley Barracks Train Station 5.6 miles
Burnley Manchester Road Train Station 5.8 miles
Rose Grove Train Station 6.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Roughlee 0.9 miles Higherford 0.9 miles Lowerford 1.2 miles Barrowford 1.2 miles Colne Edge 1.9 miles Newbridge 1.9 miles Barley 2 miles Foulridge 2 miles Newchurch in Pendle 2.2 miles Church Clough 2.2 miles Hey 2.2 miles Wheatley Lane 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Pendle
County Lancashire
Ward Whitefield & Walverden
Constituency Pendle
Parish Nelson
Region North West

Streets in BB9 30 shown View all streets

Ada Street 1 Airton Garth 1 Albert Street 6 Albion Street 5 Alexander Street 1 Alpha Street 2 Andrew Road 1 Ann Street 2 Appleby Drive 2 Applegarth 1 Arncliffe Grove 1 Arnold Close 1 Arthur Street 6 Ash Tree Grove 1 Ash Tree Walk 1 Ashfield Close 1 Ashford Street 2 Ashton Drive 1 Avondale Road 1 Back Church Street 1 Back Clayton Street 2 Back Commercial Street 3 Back East Bank 1 Back Harry Street 3 Back Scotland Road 1 Baldwin Street 2 Balfour Close 1 Ball Street 1 Bamford Street 1 Bank Fold 1

Postcodes in BB9 50 shown View all postcodes

BB9 0AA BB9 0AB BB9 0AE BB9 0AG BB9 0AH BB9 0AJ BB9 0AL BB9 0AN BB9 0AP BB9 0AQ BB9 0AR BB9 0AS BB9 0AT BB9 0AU BB9 0AW BB9 0AX BB9 0AY BB9 0AZ BB9 0BA BB9 0BB BB9 0BE BB9 0BG BB9 0BH BB9 0BJ BB9 0BL BB9 0BN BB9 0BP BB9 0BQ BB9 0BS BB9 0BT BB9 0BU BB9 0BW BB9 0BX BB9 0BY BB9 0BZ BB9 0DA BB9 0DB BB9 0DD BB9 0DE BB9 0DF BB9 0DG BB9 0DL BB9 0DN BB9 0DQ BB9 0DR BB9 0DS BB9 0DT BB9 0DU BB9 0DX BB9 0DY