4.2% Average

Rental Yield in BB1 — BLACKBURN

Rent data based on Blackburn with Darwen UA local authority median. Our methodology

Average ↓ below North West average (4.2%) · ↑ above England average (3.6%)
£157,750
Median Price
£550
Monthly Rent
4.2%
Gross Yield
2,064
Transactions (3yr)

Price by Property Type

Type Median Price Sales
Detached £285,995 334
Semi-detached £180,000 700
Terraced £110,000 833
Flat £85,000 72
Other £197,400 125

Compare Nearby Postcodes

Compare BB1 side by side →
Postcode Area Yield Median Price Monthly Rent
BB2 BLACKBURN 3.98 £166,000 £550
BB5 ACCRINGTON 4.9 £122,500 £500
BB6 BLACKBURN 5.05 £165,000 £695
BB3 DARWEN 4.55 £145,000 £550
BB12 BURNLEY 4.23 £135,000 £476

BB1 is part of Blackburn with Darwen UA. View all postcode districts in Blackburn with Darwen UA.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the rental yield in BB1?

BB1 has a gross rental yield of 4.2%. The median property price is £157,750 with typical monthly rents of £550, based on Land Registry and VOA data.

Is BB1 a good area for buy-to-let?

BB1 yields 4.2%, above the England average of 3.6%. With 2,064 transactions over 3 years, the data is reliable.

What is the median property price in BB1?

The median property price in BB1 is £157,750, based on 2,064 Land Registry transactions over 3 years. This compares to £157,750 across Blackburn with Darwen UA as a whole.

Data updated quarterly · Last update: Q1 2026