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About Tockholes
Tockholes is a small village located in Lancashire, England, within the BB3 postcode area. It is situated near the West Pennine Moors, offering easy access to various walking routes and natural landscapes. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional stone houses and modern developments.
Nearby, you will find the Roddlesworth Reservoir and the scenic beauty of the surrounding moors, which provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and birdwatching. Tockholes is also close to the larger town of Darwen, where residents can access a wider range of amenities and services. The village has a community spirit, with local events and gatherings that foster connections among its residents.
School Ratings in Tockholes
There are 115 schools in and around Tockholes. Turncroft Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Tockholes
The average property price is £160K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £106K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Tockholes
Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Tockholes, with 39 recorded incidents in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Tockholes
Tockholes 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.
Healthcare in Tockholes
There are 28 GP surgeries within three miles of Tockholes, the nearest being Hollins Grove Surgery (1.3 miles away).
Local Data for Tockholes
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Property Prices 6,219 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the BB3 postcode area.
Household Income in Tockholes ONS 2023
The average total household income in Tockholes is approximately £44,353 a year before tax, 20% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £33,900. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £33,900.
Businesses in Tockholes ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,157 active businesses based in Tockholes, around 35 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 89% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 14 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Tockholes IMD 2025
Tockholes 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.
Crime in Tockholes 258 crimes · April 2026
Reported crime levels in Tockholes sit broadly in line with national averages for a town of this size. Violence & sexual offences accounts for the largest share of recorded offences. The profile is typical of a well-populated area with a mix of residential and commercial activity.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Tockholes
Of the 14,814 households in and around Tockholes, 65% are owned, 12% are socially rented and 23% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Tockholes.