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70,871
Population
24,188
Households
4 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£41,869
Avg. household income
2,658
Businesses
1,347
People per km²
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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 £210K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £107K.

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 159 incidents logged in May 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.

Healthcare in Roe Lee

There are 45 GP surgeries within three miles of Roe Lee, the nearest being Brownhill Surgery (0.4 miles away).

Local Data for Roe Lee

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Property Prices 6,604 sales

Average Price £210K
£320 , £30.7M
Detached £291K 1,033
Semi £170K 2,162
Terraced £107K 2,750
Flat £97K 211

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

83 Primary
15 Secondary
44 Other
Outstanding 4
Good 32
Requires improvement 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the BB1 postcode area.

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 Not applicable 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 Not applicable 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

Household Income in Roe Lee ONS 2023

The average total household income in Roe Lee is approximately £41,869 a year before tax, 24% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,387. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Roe Lee £41,869
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £31,387.

Businesses in Roe Lee ONS 2025

There are approximately 2,658 active businesses based in Roe Lee, around 38 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 86% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 65 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

2,658 Total businesses
38 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 86%
Small, 10-49 11%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 1%

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
Children 0-15 24%
Working age 62%
Older 65+ 14%
16,943 Children (0-15) 24%
44,030 Working Age 62%
9,887 Older (65+) 14%
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 922 crimes · May 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.

Violence & Sexual Offences 420
Anti-Social Behaviour 159
Public Order 70
Criminal Damage & Arson 69
Shoplifting 49
Other Theft 37
Drugs 32
Vehicle Crime 30
Other Crime 18
Burglary 16
Weapons 13
Bicycle Theft 4
Robbery 4
Theft from Person 1
Local Policing
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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

Home Ownership in Roe Lee

Of the 24,645 households in and around Roe Lee, 63% are owned, 19% are socially rented and 18% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 63% Social rented 19% Private rented 18%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Roe Lee.

Frequently Asked Questions about Roe Lee

What is the population of Roe Lee?
Roe Lee has a population of approximately 70,871 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Roe Lee?
The average property in and around Roe Lee sold for about £210,283, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 40% below the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Roe Lee a deprived area?
Roe Lee sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 4 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Roe Lee?
Roe Lee is covered by the BB1 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Roe Lee?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Roe Lee, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Roe Lee?
The nearest railway station to Roe Lee is Ramsgreave And Wilpshire Train Station, about 0.5 miles away.

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 1AG BB1 1AH 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