Is Blackburn South & Lower Darwen Safe?
Crime statistics for Blackburn South & Lower Darwen. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 413 total crimes recorded in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Blackburn South & Lower Darwen — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Blackburn South & Lower Darwen safe?
Blackburn South & Lower Darwen has a CrimeRadar safety score of 68/100, rated Safe. A total of 413 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 0.7% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Blackburn South & Lower Darwen is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen in the last 12 months?
413 crimes were recorded in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 0.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (416 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 129 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen?
The most common crime in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen is Violent Crime, with 129 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 31.2% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 0.7% — from 416 crimes in the previous 12 months to 413 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Blackburn South & Lower Darwen?
Blackburn South & Lower Darwen has a safety score of 68 out of 100 (Safe). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Blackburn South & Lower Darwen compare to the Lancashire Constabulary average?
Blackburn South & Lower Darwen has a safety score of 68/100, while the Lancashire Constabulary force area average is 34/100. Blackburn South & Lower Darwen is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen?
25% of crimes recorded in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Lancashire Constabulary. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen?
129 violent crimes were recorded in Blackburn South & Lower Darwen in the last 12 months — representing 31.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 104 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Blackburn South & Lower Darwen last updated?
The crime data for Blackburn South & Lower Darwen was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Blackburn South & Lower Darwen with other areas?
You can compare Blackburn South & Lower Darwen with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.