About Roe Lee

Roe Lee is a residential area located in Lancashire, England, within the postcode area BB1. It is situated to the northwest of Blackburn and offers a mix of housing styles, primarily consisting of semi-detached and terraced homes. The area is served by local amenities, including shops and schools, making it suitable for families and individuals alike. The surrounding landscape features parks and green spaces, providing opportunities for outdoor activities. Roe Lee is well-connected to Blackburn town centre, which offers a wider range of services and facilities. Public transport options, including buses, are readily available, enhancing accessibility to nearby areas. Overall, Roe Lee presents a practical living environment with essential amenities and convenient transport links.

School Ratings in Roe Lee

Roe Lee is served by 142 schools. 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 Roe Lee

Property prices average £191K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £105K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Roe Lee

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Roe Lee, with 129 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Roe Lee

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Roe Lee 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 Roe Lee

Most properties in Roe Lee 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 6,426 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

83 Primary
15 Secondary
44 Other
St Gabriel's Church of England Primary School Primary 0.2 miles Holy Souls Roman Catholic Primary School Blackburn Primary Good 0.2 miles Roe Lee Park Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Pleckgate High School Secondary Outstanding 0.3 miles St Thomas's Centre Outstanding 0.5 miles Cedars Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles John Smethurst Children's Centre Good 0.7 miles Lammack Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Islamiyah School Outstanding 0.8 miles Brookhouse Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles St James' Church of England Primary School Blackburn Primary Good 0.9 miles Seven Trees Children's Centre - EY272664 Good 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Roe Lee IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Roe Lee 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
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 Roe Lee 723 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Roe Lee 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.

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 Roe Lee 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 0.5 miles
Blackburn Train Station 1.6 miles
Rishton Train Station 2.2 miles
Mill Hill (Lancs) Train Station 2.4 miles
Langho Train Station 2.5 miles
Cherry Tree Train Station 2.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Brownhill 0 yards Bank Hey 0.6 miles Pleckgate 0.6 miles Revidge 0.9 miles Four Lane Ends 0.9 miles Little Harwood 0.9 miles Sunny Bower 1.2 miles Brookhouse 1.2 miles Wilpshire 1.2 miles Lammack 1.4 miles Beardwood 1.4 miles Salesbury 1.4 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

BB1 1AE BB1 1AF BB1 1AQ BB1 1BA BB1 1BB BB1 1BD BB1 1BG BB1 1BH BB1 1BJ BB1 1BL BB1 1BN BB1 1BQ BB1 1BS BB1 1BT BB1 1BU BB1 1BW BB1 1BX BB1 1BZ BB1 1DA BB1 1DB BB1 1DE BB1 1DF BB1 1DG BB1 1DH BB1 1DJ BB1 1DL BB1 1DN BB1 1DQ BB1 1DR BB1 1DS BB1 1DT BB1 1DU BB1 1DW BB1 1DY BB1 1DZ BB1 1EB BB1 1ED BB1 1EE BB1 1EF BB1 1EG BB1 1EH BB1 1EJ BB1 1EL BB1 1EN BB1 1EP BB1 1EQ BB1 1ER BB1 1ES BB1 1EW BB1 1EX