FY6 0BN is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Barton Square, 0.3km from Knott End-on-Sea in Preesall and Knott End-on-Sea. Administratively it sits within Preesall ward and the Lancaster and Fleetwood constituency.
For families considering a move, FY6 0BN represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 52 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £75k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for FY6 0BN are sourced from Output Area E00129848 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BARTON SQUARE, FY6 0BN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARTON SQUARE, FY6 0BN.
331
52
£ 35,600 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: FY6 0BN falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates FY6 0BN — age 52, 57% ownership, 36% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for FY6 0BN. The average age is 52.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 75,000
2 sales · Mean £ 75,000
Flat
£ 68,000
1 sales · Mean £ 68,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
FY6 0BN has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Knott End Working Mens Club (Wet Sales Only)0.1 km
- THE SQUASH0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Conroy's Kitchen0.1 km
- Amy's Kitchen0.2 km
- DAWN'S TEA ROOMS LTD0.2 km
- Knott End Cafe And Ramsey's Icecream0.5 km
- Knott End Golf Club Ltd0.7 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Knott End Chippy0.0 km
- Carlito's0.1 km
- Halfway House0.7 km
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Mr Greens Good Fruit & Veg Co.0.0 km
- Cheese Shop0.0 km
- CO-OP Village Store0.2 km
- Hanger 1 Boutique0.0 km
- KNOTT END NEWS0.0 km
- + 3 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Poulton-Le-Fylde8.9 km
- Layton10.7 km
- Blackpool North12.4 km
Bus Stops
- Barton Square0.0 km
- Barton Square0.0 km
- Library0.2 km
- Esplanade0.2 km
- Esplanade0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: FY60BN · Data under Open Government Licence