FY8 3PD is a sought-after residential area on Smithy Lane, 0.6km from Lytham St. Anne's in Lytham St Anne's. Administratively it sits within Park ward and the Fylde constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a traditional countryside zone — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Residents average 49 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 82% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £222k, down 18.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for FY8 3PD are sourced from Output Area E00126981 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SMITHY LANE, FY8 3PD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SMITHY LANE, FY8 3PD.
285
49
£ 43,700 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
FY8 3PD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 82% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £222k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 18.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for FY8 3PD. The average age is 49.1. 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, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 185,000
10 sales · Mean £ 215,800
Detached
£ 241,250
14 sales · Mean £ 238,535
Terraced
£ 320,000
1 sales · Mean £ 320,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
FY8 3PD has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Clifton Primary School
Lytham St Annes High School
Ansdell Primary School
Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School
St Annes on Sea St Thomas' Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Cohens Chemist0.4 km
- Phils Bakery 20.4 km
- Spar0.4 km
- Bennett's of Ansdell0.9 km
- Kellys Newsagents0.9 km
- + 4 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Jason's Fish and Chips0.9 km
- Heng Yun0.4 km
- New Delhi0.4 km
- Ansdell Fisherie0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- E. H Booth0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- The Waters Edge Pub Restaurant0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Blossoms0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ansdell & Fairhaven1.2 km
- St Annes-On-The-Sea2.2 km
- Lytham2.6 km
Bus Stops
- Sawley Avenue0.1 km
- Clifton Primary0.1 km
- Worsley Road0.2 km
- South Hey0.2 km
- South Hey0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: FY83PD · Data under Open Government Licence