Postcode Analysis Wyre, North West

THORNFIELD AVENUE, FY5 5BH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THORNFIELD AVENUE, FY5 5BH.

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Population

253

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Avg Age

49

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Avg Income

£ 43,500 /yr

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Employed

44%

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.

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5/10
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9/10
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6/10
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6/10
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1/10
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6/10
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9/10
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10/10
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5/10
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Area Character

FY5 5BH is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 91% 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.

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

FY5 5BH is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Thornfield Avenue, 0.7km from Little Thornton in Thornton (Wyre). Administratively it sits within Marsh Mill ward and the Wyre and Preston North constituency.

For families considering a move, FY5 5BH represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for FY5 5BH are sourced from Output Area E00129903 (shared with 8 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 5BH. The average age is 49.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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

FY5 5BH has low crime rates — 26 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 offences36
Anti-social behaviour16
Criminal damage and arson6
Other theft5
Drugs3

school Local Schools

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Millfield Science & Performing Arts College

Good871 pupils0.4 km
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Thornton Cleveleys Baines Endowed Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good204 pupils0.5 km
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Stanah Primary School

Good399 pupils0.6 km
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Carleton Green Community Primary School

Good315 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • The Clay Oven0.6 km
  • Dragon Inn0.8 km
  • Kristianne's Kitchen0.8 km
  • Thornton Fisheries0.5 km
  • Freddys Chicken And Pizza0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Beechwood News And Convenience Store0.8 km
  • BARGAIN BOOZE0.5 km
  • LLOYDS PHARMACY0.5 km
  • Tarnway Stores0.1 km
  • WORKSHOP DIY0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • THE CO-OPERATIVE0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • THORNTON CLEVELEYS CRICKET CLUB0.9 km
  • Topiary Coffee Shop Burnside Garden Centre0.9 km
  • COSTELLOS0.7 km
  • Mimmos0.5 km
  • The Junction @ 1B0.6 km
  • + 1 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • THE ASHLEY CLUB0.9 km
  • The Bay Horse0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Poulton-Le-Fylde2.1 km
  • Layton4.2 km
  • Blackpool North6.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Tarn Road0.2 km
  • Tarn Road0.2 km
  • Daleford Close0.2 km
  • Daleford Close0.2 km
  • Sunningdale Drive0.3 km