Postcode Analysis Wyre, North West

KESTREL CLOSE, FY5 2BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for KESTREL CLOSE, FY5 2BU.

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Population

248

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 36,100 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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9/10
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7/10
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4/10
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8/10
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2/10
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4/10
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2/10
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8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. FY5 2BU spans multiple life stages — average age 50, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

FY5 2BU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Kestrel Close, 0.2km from Pheasant Wood in Thornton (Wyre). Administratively it sits within Pheasant's Wood ward and the Blackpool North and Cleveleys constituency.

For families considering a move, FY5 2BU represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Outside of residential hours, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 85% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £234k.

Census 2021 statistics for FY5 2BU are sourced from Output Area E00129675 (shared with 10 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 FY5 2BU. The average age is 50.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 234,950

1 sales · Mean £ 234,950

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

FY5 2BU has low crime rates — 11 incidents 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 offences22
Anti-social behaviour11
Other theft6
Vehicle crime3
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Northfold Community Primary School

Good209 pupils0.7 km
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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Thornton Cleveleys

Good1.1 km
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Thornton Cleveleys Royles Brook Primary School

Good302 pupils1.2 km
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Thornton Primary School

Good131 pupils1.2 km
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Great Arley School

Good119 pupils1.4 km
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Thornton-Cleveleys Red Marsh School

Outstanding95 pupils1.4 km
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Thornton Cleveleys Manor Beach Primary School

Requires Improvement199 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Tap House1.0 km
  • ANDY'S FRESH FISH0.2 km
  • Bourne Newsagents0.6 km
  • Cheers Community Convenience Store0.8 km
  • D J CONVENIENCE STORES0.5 km
  • + 2 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • IRON HORSE (HUNGRY HORSE)0.5 km
  • Thornton Cleveleys Football Club0.6 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Linden Tree Tea Room1.0 km
  • Pizza Calcio0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Coop0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Rations0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Poulton-Le-Fylde4.9 km
  • Layton5.9 km
  • Blackpool North7.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Redwing Avenue0.1 km
  • Redwing Avenue0.1 km
  • Plover Close0.1 km
  • Woodcock Close0.1 km
  • Mayfield Avenue0.2 km