FY2 0BH is a mixed residential area on Carnforth Avenue, 0.2km from Churchtown in Blackpool. Administratively it sits within Ingthorpe ward and the Blackpool North and Cleveleys constituency.
For families considering a move, FY2 0BH represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 55) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 80% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 71 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £137k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for FY2 0BH are sourced from Output Area E00064067 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CARNFORTH AVENUE, FY2 0BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CARNFORTH AVENUE, FY2 0BH.
250
55
£ 34,600 /yr
41%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: FY2 0BH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
FY2 0BH is a mixed residential postcode — average age 55, 80% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (55) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for FY2 0BH. The average age is 54.8. 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
£ 129,000
12 sales · Mean £ 133,583
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around FY2 0BH is moderate at 71 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.
school Local Schools
Montgomery Academy
Kincraig Primary School
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
Westcliff Primary Academy
Bispham Endowed Church of England Primary School
Moor Park Primary School
Norbreck Primary Academy
Carleton St Hilda's Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Heron Foods0.7 km
- Tesco0.5 km
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- De La Warr Butchers0.7 km
- Lucelas LTD0.6 km
- Spar0.5 km
- Bargain Booze0.7 km
- Fiveways Garage0.6 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- BJFF Development Centre0.6 km
- Crunchy0.4 km
- Sweet Zen0.7 km
- Bounce Play Centre1.0 km
- The Atrium0.8 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Canton Chef0.5 km
- Food 2 Go0.6 km
- Pizza Hut0.7 km
- Sayers Bakery0.7 km
- Thai Thip0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Albion0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Layton2.2 km
- Poulton-Le-Fylde2.8 km
- Blackpool North3.8 km
Bus Stops
- Fairfax Avenue0.1 km
- Fairfax Avenue0.1 km
- Glenfield Avenue0.2 km
- Ashfield House0.3 km
- Pavilion0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: FY20BH · Data under Open Government Licence