Postcode Analysis Blackpool, North West

HIGHCROFT AVENUE, FY2 0BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHCROFT AVENUE, FY2 0BJ.

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Population

216

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 34,600 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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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.

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2/10
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7/10
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7/10
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9/10
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3/10
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3/10
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9/10
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7/10
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6/10
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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.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

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.

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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

White / British92.6%
Asian / British Asian4.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed2.8%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 40%
Unemployed: 1%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences123
Anti-social behaviour108
Criminal damage and arson37
Other theft18
Vehicle crime12

school Local Schools

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Kincraig Primary School

Good221 pupils0.4 km
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Montgomery Academy

Requires Improvement1174 pupils0.5 km
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St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School

Good204 pupils0.7 km
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Westcliff Primary Academy

Good218 pupils0.8 km
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Bispham Endowed Church of England Primary School

Good361 pupils0.9 km
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Moor Park Primary School

Good405 pupils1.0 km
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Carleton St Hilda's Church of England Primary School

Good200 pupils1.3 km
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Norbreck Primary Academy

Good603 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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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
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Albion0.8 km
restaurant

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
fastfood

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
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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