FY5 1BL is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Ward Avenue, 1.0km from Cleveleys in Cleveleys. Administratively it sits within Jubilee ward and the Blackpool North and Cleveleys constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 104 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: With prices averaging £114k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 0.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for FY5 1BL are sourced from Output Area E00129764 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WARD AVENUE, FY5 1BL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WARD AVENUE, FY5 1BL.
298
39
£ 31,700 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: FY5 1BL 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 58% owner-occupation and average age 39, FY5 1BL 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 FY5 1BL. The average age is 39.4. 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.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 112,000
8 sales · Mean £ 111,625
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around FY5 1BL is above average at 104 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
Thornton Cleveleys Manor Beach Primary School
St Teresa's Catholic Primary School
Northfold Community Primary School
Anchorsholme Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
22 nearby- M\&Co Trading Limited0.3 km
- Masons Amusements0.3 km
- ARGOS DISTRIBUTORS LTD0.3 km
- BOOTS UK LTD0.3 km
- Poundland0.3 km
- + 17 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- J D WETHERSPOON PLC0.6 km
- CLEVELEYS EX SERVICEMANS CLUB0.4 km
- Dickens Inn0.3 km
- Victoria Hotel0.9 km
- CLEVELEYS PARK CLUB0.4 km
- + 7 more
Restaurant, Cafe
32 nearby- Ben's Butty Bar0.5 km
- CAFE COVE0.6 km
- Joels0.5 km
- Juicewave0.4 km
- Kays Kitchen0.3 km
- + 27 more
Supermarkets
6 nearby- Lidl Uk Gmbh0.9 km
- ALDI STORES LTD0.4 km
- Marks And Spencer Simply Food0.4 km
- SAINSBURY'S0.6 km
- Heron Foods0.4 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
27 nearby- Boba Star0.3 km
- Emmas Sweet Treats0.5 km
- Italian Pizza Hot0.5 km
- Lee Garden0.6 km
- TARIQS CHILLI HUT0.6 km
- + 22 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Briardene Hotel0.8 km
- THE REGAL HOTEL0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Poulton-Le-Fylde5.0 km
- Layton5.0 km
- Blackpool North6.4 km
Bus Stops
- West Drive (Blackpool Tramway)0.2 km
- West Drive0.2 km
- Library0.2 km
- West Drive (Blackpool Tramway)0.2 km
- West Drive (Blackpool Tramway)0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: FY51BL · Data under Open Government Licence