FY5 4BD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Brays Heys, 0.6km from Raikes in Thornton (Wyre). Administratively it sits within Bourne ward and the Wyre and Preston North constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, FY5 4BD is a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 51 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 29% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 32 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £65k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for FY5 4BD are sourced from Output Area E00129804 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BRAYS HEYS, FY5 4BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BRAYS HEYS, FY5 4BD.
248
51
£ 38,200 /yr
37%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: FY5 4BD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. FY5 4BD spans multiple life stages — average age 51, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for FY5 4BD. The average age is 51.4. 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 mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 65,000
3 sales · Mean £ 67,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
FY5 4BD has low crime rates — 32 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.
school Local Schools
Thornton Cleveleys Baines Endowed Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Stanah Primary School
Great Arley School
Thornton-Cleveleys Red Marsh School
Millfield Science & Performing Arts College
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Thornton Cleveleys
Thornton Primary School
Thornton Cleveleys Royles Brook Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Tavern At The Mill0.7 km
- SANDYFORTH ARMS0.7 km
- Gardeners Arms0.7 km
- THE ASHLEY CLUB0.5 km
- Thornton Little Theatre0.7 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Michaels Restaurant0.7 km
- Seniors At Marsh Mill0.6 km
- Vue Cinema0.9 km
- The Italian Kitchen0.7 km
- COSTELLOS0.4 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- The Clay Oven0.4 km
- Golden Wok0.4 km
- ORIENTAL KITCHEN0.6 km
- Pizzeria0.4 km
- @ Street Eatery0.4 km
- + 9 more
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Home Bargains0.9 km
- One Stop0.3 km
- Wyre Farm Meats LTD0.7 km
- Beechwood News And Convenience Store1.0 km
- BARGAIN BOOZE0.5 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Spar Store0.4 km
- TESCO0.7 km
- THE CO-OPERATIVE0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- RUSHLANDS0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Poulton-Le-Fylde3.0 km
- Layton4.7 km
- Blackpool North6.6 km
Bus Stops
- Briar Road0.0 km
- Briar Road0.1 km
- Hillylaid Road0.2 km
- Lancaster Avenue0.2 km
- Lancaster Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: FY54BD · Data under Open Government Licence