FY4 4EW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Vicarage Lane, 0.5km from Hawes Side in Blackpool. Administratively it sits within Clifton ward and the Blackpool South constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 67% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 84 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.
Census 2021 statistics for FY4 4EW are sourced from Output Area E00063959 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
VICARAGE LANE, FY4 4EW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VICARAGE LANE, FY4 4EW.
293
38
£ 32,600 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: FY4 4EW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 67% owner-occupation and average age 38, FY4 4EW has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. Moderate crime is broadly expected in an active family area — street-level variation matters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for FY4 4EW. The average age is 38.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around FY4 4EW is moderate at 84 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Baines' Endowed Church of England Primary Academy
St George's School A Church of England Academy
Marton Primary Academy and Nursery
Waterloo Primary Academy
St John Vianney's Catholic Primary School
Hawes Side Academy
Highfield Leadership Academy
Educational Diversity
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
27 nearby- McDonalds Drive Thru0.9 km
- The Pizza Company0.5 km
- Domino's Pizza0.7 km
- Shabzy's0.4 km
- Dotties Desserts1.0 km
- + 22 more
Retailers - Other
12 nearby- Cottage Bakery0.7 km
- Little Suckers0.4 km
- Bankhall Distillery Store0.1 km
- Newhouse News0.8 km
- Booze Inn0.9 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Highfield Hotel0.9 km
- Clarence Hotel0.8 km
- Saddle Inn0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Ascent Trampoline Park0.8 km
- Cherry Tree0.6 km
- Tea World LTD1.0 km
- The Cottage0.7 km
- Chit Chat Cafe0.6 km
- + 7 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Asda0.3 km
- Iceland0.3 km
- ASDA0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Blackpool South1.7 km
- Blackpool Pleasure Beach2.2 km
- Blackpool2.6 km
Bus Stops
- Daggers Hall Lane0.0 km
- Cowley Road0.1 km
- Daggers Hall Lane0.1 km
- Cowley Road0.2 km
- Baines School0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: FY44EW · Data under Open Government Licence