Blackburn on the map
Location in West LothianBlackburn sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Blackburn
Blackburn is a small village located in West Lothian, within the Scottish Lowlands. It lies just south of the town of Linlithgow and is part of the broader Edinburgh commuter belt. The village is situated near the A8 road, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities. Historically, Blackburn was a farming community, and remnants of its agricultural past can still be seen in the surrounding countryside. The area features a mix of residential properties, including traditional stone cottages and more modern housing developments. There are several local amenities, including a primary school, a community centre, and a small shop, which serve the needs of the local population. The village is also close to the scenic Linlithgow Loch and the historic Linlithgow Palace, offering opportunities for walking and leisure activities.
House Prices in Blackburn
Homes sell for an average of £203K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £106K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blackburn
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Blackburn, with 199 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Local Data for Blackburn
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Property Prices 17,422 sales
Household Income in Blackburn ONS 2023
The average total household income in Blackburn is approximately £42,499 a year before tax, 23% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £32,290. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £32,290.
Businesses in Blackburn ONS 2025
There are approximately 5,446 active businesses based in Blackburn, around 37 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 118 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Blackburn 1,113 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Blackburn is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a city with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Blackburn
Of the 55,759 households in and around Blackburn, 62% are owned, 18% are socially rented and 19% 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 Blackburn.