FY5 5BF is a sought-after residential area on Meadow Close, 0.0km from Stanah in Thornton (Wyre). Administratively it sits within Stanah ward and the Wyre and Preston North constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in FY5, FY5 5BF offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 53, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 92% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £324k, up 31.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for FY5 5BF are sourced from Output Area E00129889 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MEADOW CLOSE, FY5 5BF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MEADOW CLOSE, FY5 5BF.
535
53
£ 43,500 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: FY5 5BF represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
FY5 5BF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 53, 92% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 31.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for FY5 5BF. The average age is 52.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 324,975
4 sales · Mean £ 327,487
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
FY5 5BF has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Stanah Primary School
Thornton Cleveleys Baines Endowed Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Great Arley School
Thornton-Cleveleys Red Marsh School
Thornton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Waters Edge Country Park Ltd0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Poulton-Le-Fylde3.4 km
- Layton5.6 km
- Blackpool North7.5 km
Bus Stops
- Car Park0.2 km
- Stannah Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: FY55BF · Data under Open Government Licence