Blackburn with Darwen

Is Darwen BB3 safe?

Covering wards: Blackburn South East, Darwen South, Darwen West, West Pennine, Ewood, Livesey with Pleasington, Darwen East, Blackburn South & Lower Darwen

Thinking about moving to Darwen BB3? Police recorded 181 crimes here in February 2026. Get the full picture before you commit.

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February 2026 — BB3 area

Official UK Police data

181 crimes recorded
Top crime types
Violence & sexual offences 79
Anti-social behaviour 17
Vehicle crime 16
Near the national average

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Frequently asked questions

Is Darwen BB3 safe to live in?

Darwen BB3 recorded 181 crimes in February 2026. The most common crime type was Violence & sexual offences with 79 incidents. This is near the national average for areas of similar size. Get the full 24-month analysis in our detailed report.

What are the most common crimes in Darwen BB3?

In February 2026, the top crime types in Darwen BB3 were: Violence & sexual offences (79), Anti-social behaviour (17), and Vehicle crime (16). These accounted for 62% of all recorded crime in the area.

How does Darwen BB3 compare to the national average?

Darwen BB3 is near the national average for total recorded crime. This suggests the area has broadly typical crime levels for the UK.

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