About Cherry Tree

Cherry Tree is a small settlement located in Lancashire, England, within the BB2 postcode area. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment, with scattered houses and farmsteads. While it does not have a significant population, it offers a sense of tranquillity and connection to the local landscape. The name likely derives from the presence of cherry trees in the vicinity, a common feature in the region’s hedgerows and orchards. The village is accessible via local roads and is situated near larger towns such as Clitheroe, which provides essential services and amenities. Its location makes it a convenient base for exploring the broader Lancashire countryside.

School Ratings in Cherry Tree

Cherry Tree is served by 122 schools. Wensley Fold CofE Primary Academy, Tauheedul Islam Boys' High School and Tauheedul Islam Girls' High School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 27 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cherry Tree

Property prices average £188K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £100K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cherry Tree

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Cherry Tree, with 145 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cherry Tree

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Cherry Tree falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. 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 Cherry Tree

Most properties in Cherry Tree 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 7,919 sales

Average Price £188K
£395 — £17.65M
Detached £283K 1,860
Semi £167K 1,951
Terraced £100K 3,365
Flat £90K 341

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

73 Primary
11 Secondary
38 Other
Livesey Saint Francis' Church of England School Primary Good 0.3 miles St Bede's Roman Catholic High School, Blackburn Secondary 0.5 miles Feniscowles Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School, Feniscowles, Blackburn Primary Good 0.6 miles Meadowhead Junior School Primary Good 0.7 miles Meadowhead Community Infant School and Nursery Primary Good 0.7 miles Livesey Children's and All Age Centre Good 0.9 miles The Heights Blackburn Good 1 miles Eden School Good 1 miles St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Blackburn Primary 1.1 miles St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy Primary 1.2 miles Witton Park Academy Secondary Good 1.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Cherry Tree IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Cherry Tree in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
17,183 Children (0-15) 22%
47,794 Working Age 61%
16,993 Older (60+) 22%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 44.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 26.8% 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 Cherry Tree 796 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Cherry Tree 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.

313 Violence & Sexual Offences
145 Anti-Social Behaviour
61 Criminal Damage & Arson
55 Other Theft
53 Public Order
44 Shoplifting
37 Vehicle Crime
30 Drugs
25 Burglary
15 Other Crime
7 Robbery
5 Weapons
5 Theft from Person
1 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
Lancashire Livesey & Pleasington 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

Cherry Tree Train Station 0.8 miles
Pleasington Train Station 0.9 miles
Mill Hill (Lancs) Train Station 1.2 miles
Blackburn Train Station 2.4 miles
Darwen Train Station 2.9 miles
Ramsgreave And Wilpshire Train Station 4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Feniscowles 0 yards Waterloo 0.6 miles Feniscliffe 0.6 miles Pleasington 0.9 miles Mill Hill 0.9 miles Ewood 1.2 miles Tockholes 1.4 miles Lower Darwen 1.9 miles Riley Green 1.9 miles Earcroft 2 miles Higher Croft 2 miles Abbey Village 2 miles

Local Government

District Blackburn with Darwen
County Lancashire
Ward Blackburn Central
Constituency Blackburn
Parish Blackburn with Darwen, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in BB2 30 shown View all streets

Abbotsford Avenue 1 Abbott Brow 4 Abraham Street 3 Acrefield 1 Ada Street 1 Addison Close 1 Addison Street 2 Adelaide Terrace 1 Agnes Street 1 Albany Road 1 Albert Street 2 Alberta Close 1 Albion Street 1 Alder Bank 1 Alderney Close 1 Alpine Grove 1 Amberley Street 1 Amberwood Drive 1 Andrew Close 1 Andrews Walk 1 Anglesey Street 1 Ansdell Terrace 2 Apple Street 2 Arbour Drive 1 Arkwright Fold 1 Arley Rise 1 Arnold Close 1 Arnside Crescent 1 Ashville Terrace 1 Ashwood Avenue 1

Postcodes in BB2 50 shown View all postcodes

BB2 1AA BB2 1AD BB2 1AG BB2 1AH BB2 1AN BB2 1AP BB2 1AR BB2 1AU BB2 1AW BB2 1AX BB2 1BD BB2 1DB BB2 1DE BB2 1DF BB2 1DG BB2 1DH BB2 1DL BB2 1DN BB2 1DQ BB2 1DY BB2 1ED BB2 1EE BB2 1EH BB2 1EJ BB2 1EL BB2 1EN BB2 1EP BB2 1ER BB2 1ES BB2 1EW BB2 1HD BB2 1HF BB2 1HG BB2 1HH BB2 1HJ BB2 1HL BB2 1HN BB2 1HP BB2 1HQ BB2 1HR BB2 1HS BB2 1HT BB2 1HU BB2 1HW BB2 1HX BB2 1HY BB2 1JA BB2 1JD BB2 1JG BB2 1JL