About Copster Green

Copster Green is a small village located in Lancashire, England, within the BB1 postcode area. It is situated near the town of Blackburn and offers a peaceful residential environment. The village is primarily made up of residential homes, with a few local amenities available for residents and visitors. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking and cycling. The village is well-connected by road, making it easy to access nearby towns and attractions. Local schools and community services cater to the needs of families living in the area. While Copster Green may not be a large settlement, it provides a quiet place for those looking to enjoy a slower pace of life in the Lancashire countryside.

School Ratings in Copster Green

There are 108 schools in and around Copster Green. Copperhouse Children's Centre, St Thomas's Centre and Pleckgate High School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 32 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Copster Green

The average property price is £191K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £105K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Copster Green

Recorded crime levels are higher than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Copster Green, with 129 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Copster Green

Copster Green sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment levels are broadly typical for the area, sitting close to the national average. Household incomes are broadly in line with the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Copster Green

Broadband speeds in Copster Green are generally strong, with superfast and ultrafast options widely available. Mobile coverage across 4G and 5G networks is reliable throughout most of the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 6,426 sales

Average Price £191K
£500 — £30.7M
Detached £266K 982
Semi £163K 2,103
Terraced £105K 2,792
Flat £91K 138

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

61 Primary
11 Secondary
36 Other
Salesbury Church of England Primary School Primary Good 140 yards Ribchester St Wilfrid's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Langho Primary Good 1.9 miles St Gabriel's Church of England Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Holy Souls Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn Primary Good 1.9 miles Roe Lee Park Primary School Primary Good 2 miles Pleckgate High School Secondary Outstanding 2 miles St Mary's Roman Catholic Primary School, Osbaldeston Primary Good 2 miles Lammack Primary School Primary Good 2.1 miles Mellor St Mary Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Langho and Billington St Leonards Church of England Primary School Primary 2.4 miles St Thomas's Centre Outstanding 2.5 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Copster Green IMD 2025

Copster Green sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
4/10
21,103 Children (0-15) 23%
56,040 Working Age 61%
18,489 Older (60+) 20%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 46.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 35.2% 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 Copster Green 723 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Copster Green sees higher than average levels of reported crime relative to its population. Violence & sexual offences represents the most frequently recorded category. This pattern is not uncommon in densely populated urban areas and does not necessarily reflect the experience of most residents.

280 Violence & Sexual Offences
129 Anti-Social Behaviour
57 Public Order
51 Criminal Damage & Arson
47 Other Theft
42 Shoplifting
35 Vehicle Crime
33 Drugs
23 Burglary
14 Other Crime
5 Robbery
3 Weapons
2 Bicycle Theft
2 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Lancashire Clayton-le-dale & Salesbury 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

Ramsgreave And Wilpshire Train Station 1.5 miles
Langho Train Station 1.7 miles
Blackburn Train Station 3.5 miles
Rishton Train Station 3.6 miles
Whalley (Lancs) Train Station 3.9 miles
Mill Hill (Lancs) Train Station 4.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Clayton Le Dale 0 yards Salesbury 0.6 miles Wilpshire 0.9 miles Dinckley 1.4 miles Little Town 1.8 miles Stydd 1.8 miles York 1.9 miles Pleckgate 1.9 miles Osbaldeston Green 2 miles Langho 2 miles Brownhill 2 miles Roe Lee 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 BB1 30 shown View all streets

A674 2 Abbott Clough Avenue 2 Abbott Clough Close 1 Aberdare Close 2 Aberdeen Drive 2 Accrington Road 11 Acorn Street 2 Addington Street 1 Agate Street 1 Ailsa Road 1 Ainsworth Street 8 Albany Drive 1 Albert Street 1 Alder Street 2 Allan Critchlow Way 1 Altom Street 2 Amber Avenue 1 Ambleside Close 3 Amethyst Street 1 Anderson Road 1 Appleby Street 1 Arran Avenue 5 Ash Close 1 Ash Street 4 Ashworth Street 1 Aspinall Fold 1 Audley Lane 1 Audley Range 9 Avondale Avenue 1 Ayr Road 1

Postcodes in BB1 50 shown View all postcodes

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