Aims of EDZ BID

To establish a Business Improvement District (BID) for the area, paying an annual contribution to fund additional security and improve the local environment for the benefit of businesses, employees and visitors alike.

Prior to the BID installing CCTV in 2007, the area was subject to significant levels of criminal activity.

Since the introduction of the BID, reported crime has reduced dramatically in the area – from 201 reported crimes in 2006/7 to just 63 in 2015/16.

The new proposal highlights our key achievements over the last ten years and sets out plans for 2017-22, drawn up in consultation with resident businesses.

CRIME REDUCTION

The BID’s co-ordinated approach to tackling crime has continued to help reduce reported crime.

The figures below clearly show that the levels of reported crime and Anti Social Behaviour are falling within the Business Improvement District when compared against the rest of Blackburn with Darwen:

 - percentage change in reported crime 2015/16 -2016/17

"within the EDZ BID area ... there has been a consistent and substantial reduction in crime year on year since 2006. The increased security and specifically CCTV and ANPR cameras have undoubtedly contributed to this reduction.” Mohammed khan                                            (Inspector, Lancashire Constabulary, Eastern Division) 

Businesses Vote YES! to continue BID

For the third consecutive time businesses have voted in favour of continuing the Blackburn EDZ BID.

The results showed 56% of businesses who voted are in favour of continuing the BID for another 5 years.

This is excellent news for the area as crime rates have continued to fall in the BID area compared to an overall increase across Blackburn with Darwen. In addition the area will continue to be kept clean and green by the Business Wardens.

Please send an email to info@blackburnedzbid.co.uk if you would like to receive more detail on the BID voting results.