FY5 5DA is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Alexandra Road, 0.8km from Raikes in Thornton (Wyre). Administratively it sits within Marsh Mill ward and the Wyre and Preston North constituency.
For families considering a move, FY5 5DA represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £167k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 16.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for FY5 5DA are sourced from Output Area E00129901 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ALEXANDRA ROAD, FY5 5DA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ALEXANDRA ROAD, FY5 5DA.
219
50
£ 43,500 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
FY5 5DA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 50, 81% 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 16.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for FY5 5DA. The average age is 49.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Semi-Detached
£ 167,000
11 sales · Mean £ 165,918
Detached
£ 175,000
1 sales · Mean £ 175,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
FY5 5DA has low crime rates — 24 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
Millfield Science & Performing Arts College
Thornton Cleveleys Baines Endowed Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Stanah Primary School
Carleton Green Community Primary School
Thornton-Cleveleys Red Marsh School
Great Arley School
Thornton Cleveleys Royles Brook Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Thornton Cleveleys
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Tavern At The Mill1.0 km
- THE ASHLEY CLUB0.4 km
- Thornton Little Theatre0.8 km
- The Bay Horse0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Seniors At Marsh Mill0.9 km
- Topiary Coffee Shop Burnside Garden Centre0.8 km
- COSTELLOS0.2 km
- Mimmos0.2 km
- The Junction @ 1B0.2 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- The Clay Oven0.2 km
- Dragon Inn0.4 km
- Great Year Ex China Lodge0.8 km
- Kristianne's Kitchen0.4 km
- Thornton Fisheries0.2 km
- + 2 more
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Beechwood News And Convenience Store0.4 km
- BARGAIN BOOZE0.2 km
- LLOYDS PHARMACY0.2 km
- One Stop0.6 km
- Tarnway Stores0.6 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- TESCO1.0 km
- THE CO-OPERATIVE0.2 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- RUSHLANDS0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Poulton-Le-Fylde2.4 km
- Layton4.1 km
- Blackpool North6.0 km
Bus Stops
- Centre0.2 km
- Centre0.2 km
- Belvedere Road0.2 km
- Centre0.2 km
- Belvedere Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: FY55DA · Data under Open Government Licence