Mill Hill, Blackburn with Darwen

Mill Hill
Mill Hill
Population	5,950
OS grid reference	SD675265
Unitary authority	Blackburn with Darwen;
Ceremonial county	Lancashire;
Region	North West;
Country	England
Sovereign state	United Kingdom
Post town	BLACKBURN
Postcode district	BB2
Dialling code	01254
Police	Lancashire
Fire	Lancashire
Ambulance	North West
UK Parliament	Blackburn;
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Mill Hill is a suburb and electoral ward of Blackburn, in the unitary authority of Blackburn with Darwen, within the ceremonial county of Lancashire, England. It lies to the southwest of Blackburn town centre and is primarily residential in nature, with a mix of Victorian terraces and more modern housing developments.

History

Mill Hill developed during the Industrial Revolution, particularly in the 19th century, as a result of the expansion of the textile industry in Blackburn. The area takes its name from the mills that once dominated the landscape, many of which have now been demolished or repurposed.

Governance

Mill Hill forms part of the Blackburn with Darwen unitary authority and is represented in the UK Parliament as part of the Blackburn constituency.

Transport

Mill Hill railway station is situated on the East Lancashire Line and provides regular services to Blackburn, Preston, and Colne. The area is also served by several bus routes, offering connections to the wider borough.

Education

Mill Hill has a number of primary schools and lies within the catchment area for secondary schools in Blackburn. The nearby Blackburn College also offers further and higher education opportunities.

Demographics

As of the 2021 Census, Mill Hill ward had a population of approximately 5,950.^[1]

Landmarks and amenities

Mill Hill has a local shopping area along New Chapel Street, including small independent shops, takeaways, and convenience stores. The area is also home to several churches, parks, and community centres.

References

^ ^a ^b "Blackburn with Darwen Ward population 2021". Office for National Statistics. Retrieved 21 May 2025.

External links

53°44′01″N 2°30′12″W / 53.73361°N 2.50333°W / 53.73361; -2.50333

[ONS2021-1] "Blackburn with Darwen Ward population 2021". Office for National Statistics. Retrieved 21 May 2025.

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