| Council | Blackburn with Darwen |
| Crime Rate | High for a North West suburb 106% above the national average. |
| Demographics | 👶 Young Families😔 High Unemployment🏘️ Renters |
The average house price in Whitebirk is £126,300, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Whitebirk house price trends over the last 30 years.
£126,300
£271,625
£105,750
£146,550
£108,128
Is Whitebirk a nice place to live?
Whitebirk is a challenged place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of C. However, one concern might be the high levels of unemployment in the area. With fewer homeowners than average, the area may feel less settled for those seeking an established community.
How safe is Whitebirk?
Whitebirk has a high crime rate for a North West suburb, with around 154 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 106% above the national average, and 113% above the Lancashire average. The rate is adjusted for visitor and workday population. Most incidents are concentrated around a single location.
What are the best schools in Whitebirk?
Whitebirk has 37 schools nearby. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include Brookhouse Primary School and St Michael With St John CofE Primary School. Note: 2 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Whitebirk?
Whitebirk has a diverse ethnic mix with no single group forming a majority. Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (76%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.