About Feniscliffe

Feniscliffe is a small village located in Lancashire, England, within the BB2 postcode area. It is situated near the town of Blackburn and offers a quiet residential environment. The village features a mix of traditional and modern housing, providing a sense of community for its residents. Local amenities include a few shops and pubs, catering to the everyday needs of those living in the area. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. Feniscliffe is well-connected by road, making it easy to access nearby towns and cities. The village is also close to various parks and recreational areas, which are ideal for outdoor activities. Overall, Feniscliffe presents a simple and straightforward living experience in the heart of Lancashire.

School Ratings in Feniscliffe

Feniscliffe is served by 125 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 Feniscliffe

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 Feniscliffe

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

Deprivation and Employment in Feniscliffe

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Feniscliffe 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 Feniscliffe

Most properties in Feniscliffe 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

75 Primary
11 Secondary
39 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 St Paul's Roman Catholic Primary School, Feniscowles, Blackburn Primary Good 0.7 miles Meadowhead Community Infant School and Nursery Primary Good 0.7 miles St Peter's Roman Catholic Primary School, Blackburn Primary 0.8 miles Meadowhead Junior School Primary Good 0.8 miles Witton Park Academy Secondary Good 0.8 miles Feniscowles Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles St Aidan's Primary School - A Church of England Academy Primary 1 miles Griffin Park Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Livesey Children's and All Age Centre Good 1.1 miles Hancock Street Children's Centre Good 1.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Feniscliffe IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Feniscliffe 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 Feniscliffe 796 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Feniscliffe 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 0.4 miles
Pleasington Train Station 0.8 miles
Mill Hill (Lancs) Train Station 0.9 miles
Blackburn Train Station 2.1 miles
Darwen Train Station 3.3 miles
Ramsgreave And Wilpshire Train Station 3.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Mill Hill 0.6 miles Pleasington 0.6 miles Feniscowles 0.6 miles Cherry Tree 0.6 miles Waterloo 0.9 miles Ewood 1.4 miles Higher Croft 1.9 miles Lower Darwen 2 miles Blackburn 2 miles Hoghton Bottoms 2 miles Riley Green 2 miles Tockholes 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

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