FY2 0BJ is a mixed residential area on Highcroft Avenue, 0.3km from Churchtown in Blackpool. Administratively it sits within Ingthorpe ward and the Blackpool North and Cleveleys constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 80 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £130k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 72.2% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for FY2 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00064068 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HIGHCROFT AVENUE, FY2 0BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHCROFT AVENUE, FY2 0BJ.
216
42
£ 34,600 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: FY2 0BJ 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates FY2 0BJ — age 42, 79% ownership, 21% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood. Property prices are trending up 72.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for FY2 0BJ. The average age is 41.6. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 127,000
11 sales · Mean £ 126,177
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around FY2 0BJ is moderate at 80 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
Kincraig Primary School
Montgomery Academy
St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School
Westcliff Primary Academy
Bispham Endowed Church of England Primary School
Moor Park Primary School
Carleton St Hilda's Church of England Primary School
Norbreck Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
6 nearby- Proper Cakes by Dale0.8 km
- De La Warr Butchers0.8 km
- Lucelas LTD0.7 km
- Spar0.4 km
- Bargain Booze0.8 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Albion0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Bounce Play Centre1.0 km
- The Atrium0.9 km
- BJFF Development Centre0.6 km
- Crunchy0.4 km
- Sweet Zen0.8 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Pizza Hut0.8 km
- Sayers Bakery0.8 km
- Canton Chef0.6 km
- Food 2 Go0.7 km
- Thai Thip0.8 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Heron Foods0.7 km
- Tesco0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Layton2.2 km
- Poulton-Le-Fylde2.8 km
- Blackpool North3.9 km
Bus Stops
- Glenfield Avenue0.2 km
- Fairfax Avenue0.2 km
- Fairfax Avenue0.2 km
- Ashfield House0.2 km
- Ashfield House0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: FY20BJ · Data under Open Government Licence