About Blackburn

Blackburn is a small settlement located in the Moray region of Scotland, within the IV30 postcode area. It lies in a rural part of the country, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is known for its peaceful environment and traditional Scottish landscape, with rolling hills and farmland stretching across the region. While not a large town, Blackburn offers a quiet community atmosphere and is situated near other local villages and hamlets. The surrounding area is popular for walking and outdoor activities, with access to scenic routes and natural beauty. The village has basic amenities, including a local shop and community facilities, serving the needs of its residents. Its location in Moray places it within easy reach of larger towns such as Elgin and Forres, providing access to services and transport links.

House Prices in Blackburn

The average property price is £192K, with terraced houses making up the majority of the housing stock at around £103K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blackburn

Recorded crime levels are broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Blackburn, with 161 recorded incidents in January 2026.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Blackburn

Broadband speeds in Blackburn 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 16,882 sales

Average Price £192K
£155 — £30.7M
Detached £293K 3,432
Semi £170K 4,564
Terraced £103K 7,397
Flat £97K 536

Crime in Blackburn 900 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

Reported crime levels in Blackburn sit broadly in line with national averages for a city 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.

351 Violence & Sexual Offences
161 Anti-Social Behaviour
68 Public Order
62 Criminal Damage & Arson
62 Other Theft
51 Vehicle Crime
43 Shoplifting
36 Drugs
33 Burglary
18 Other Crime
5 Robbery
5 Theft from Person
3 Weapons
2 Bicycle Theft
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 1 stations

Elgin Train Station 5.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Cranloch 0.6 miles Trochelhill 1.2 miles Crofts of Dipple 2 miles Lhanbryde 2.2 miles Inchberry 2.2 miles Muir of Lochs 2.6 miles Urquhart 2.6 miles Greens of Coxton 2.8 miles Mosstodloch 2.8 miles Clackmarras 3.1 miles Fochabers 3.1 miles Darkland 3.1 miles

Local Government

District Moray
Ward Elgin City South
Constituency Moray

Streets in Blackburn 30 shown View all streets

A674 2 Abbotsford Avenue 1 Abbott Brow 4 Abbott Clough Avenue 2 Abbott Clough Close 1 Aberdare Close 2 Aberdeen Drive 2 Abraham Street 3 Accrington Road 11 Acorn Street 2 Acrefield 1 Ada Street 1 Addington Street 1 Addison Close 1 Addison Street 2 Adelaide Terrace 1 Agate Street 1 Agnes Street 1 Ailsa Road 1 Ainslie Close 1 Ainsworth Street 8 Alan Ramsbottom Way 6 Albany Drive 1 Albany Road 1 Albert Street 4 Alberta Close 1 Albion Street 1 Alder Bank 1 Alder Street 2 Alderney Close 1

Postcodes in Blackburn 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