Blackburn
§ This page provides an overview of a UK constituency, bringing together various information and resources to help you better understand the area.
Blackburn, in Lancashire, is a bustling town surrounded by rolling countryside and historic landmarks. Known for its textile heritage, Blackburn features attractions such as Blackburn Cathedral and the modern Mall Shopping Centre. The nearby West Pennine Moors offer opportunities for hiking and nature walks, while the Leeds and Liverpool Canal runs through the town, adding charm and leisure routes for residents and visitors.
Wards in Blackburn
Blackburn is divided into 12 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Audley & Queen's Park
- Bastwell & Daisyfield
- Billinge & Beardwood
- Blackburn Central
- Blackburn South East
- Ewood
- Little Harwood & Whitebirk
- Livesey with Pleasington
- Mill Hill & Moorgate
- Roe Lee
- Shear Brow & Corporation Park
- Wensley Fold
Blackburn is a constituency that covers these wards in Blackburn with Darwen.
Population by age group
The most recent data for constituencies in England and Wales comes from mid-year estimates for 2022. This tells us what the population was estimated to be on 30 June 2022.
| Age Band | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Region (Number) | Region (%) | England & Wales (Number) | England & Wales (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 17 | 31,228 | 27.49% | 1,582,229 | 21.05% | 12,506,535 | 20.76% |
| 18 to 24 | 10,521 | 9.26% | 642,507 | 8.55% | 5,008,522 | 8.31% |
| 25 to 34 | 15,170 | 13.36% | 996,167 | 13.25% | 8,098,257 | 13.44% |
| 35 to 49 | 23,016 | 20.26% | 1,397,930 | 18.60% | 11,575,752 | 19.22% |
| 50 to 64 | 18,552 | 16.33% | 1,482,881 | 19.73% | 11,745,365 | 19.50% |
| 65 and over | 15,093 | 13.29% | 1,414,399 | 18.82% | 11,303,607 | 18.76% |
Population by ethnic group
The most recent census asked people about their ethnic group. The census was carried out in March 2021 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and in March 2022 in Scotland.
| Ethnic Group | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Region (%) | England & Wales (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| English, Welsh, Scottish, Northern Irish or British | 49,407 | 43.95% | 81.15% | 74.42% |
| Pakistani | 26,399 | 23.48% | 4.09% | 2.66% |
| Indian | 24,025 | 21.37% | 1.89% | 3.13% |
| Other White | 3,744 | 3.33% | 3.42% | 6.15% |
| Bangladeshi | 1,405 | 1.25% | 0.82% | 1.08% |
| Other Asian | 1,275 | 1.13% | 0.86% | 1.63% |
| Any other ethnic group | 1,200 | 1.07% | 0.89% | 1.55% |
| White and Asian | 1,092 | 0.97% | 0.64% | 0.82% |
| African | 952 | 0.85% | 1.71% | 2.50% |
| Arab | 799 | 0.71% | 0.59% | 0.56% |
| Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups | 553 | 0.49% | 0.52% | 0.78% |
| Irish | 399 | 0.35% | 0.83% | 0.85% |
| Chinese | 261 | 0.23% | 0.73% | 0.75% |
| White and Black Caribbean | 244 | 0.22% | 0.63% | 0.86% |
| White and Black African | 168 | 0.15% | 0.40% | 0.42% |
| Other Black | 144 | 0.13% | 0.29% | 0.50% |
| Caribbean | 136 | 0.12% | 0.35% | 1.05% |
| Roma | 133 | 0.12% | 0.10% | 0.17% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 77 | 0.07% | 0.08% | 0.11% |