Real sold price data from HM Land Registry · Last 5 years · 11,994 sales recorded
Property Market Overview — Blackburn with Darwen has seen substantial transaction volume over five years, with nearly 12,000 sales recorded. The median price of £146,000 sits well below the average of £212,331, indicating a market where most properties cluster at the lower end but occasional higher-value sales pull the average up. The area functions as an active, affordably-priced housing market by national standards.
Property Types and Price Differences — Terraced homes dominate the market by volume (5,605 sales) at £115,811 on average, while flats are the cheapest type at £94,444. Detached properties command significantly higher prices at £306,030—roughly 2.6 times more than terraced homes. Semi-detached houses occupy the middle ground at £179,041, appealing to buyers seeking a balance between price and space.
Price Trends Over Time — Prices peaked in 2023 at £236,160 before declining sharply. The most recent data shows a steep drop, with 2026 averaging just £103,331, suggesting either a shift in the types of properties transacting or a significant market correction in the latest period.
What Stands Out — Blackburn town itself accounts for nearly two-thirds of all sales and commands higher prices (£222,168) than Darwen (£175,111), despite both being part of the same authority. Bolton's handful of sales (366) fetch notably higher prices at £404,894, indicating pockets of premium property in the wider area.
```| Town | Sales | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|
| Blackburn | 7,667 | £222,168 |
| Darwen | 3,950 | £175,111 |
| Bolton | 366 | £404,894 |
| Town | Avg Price | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Bolton | £404,894 | 366 |
| Blackburn | £222,168 | 7,667 |
| Darwen | £175,111 | 3,950 |