FY8 2FX is a safe, established residential area located 0.4km from Stony Hill in Blackpool. Administratively it sits within St Leonards ward and the Fylde constituency.
For families considering a move, FY8 2FX represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Outside of residential hours, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The 45 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 88% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for FY8 2FX are sourced from Output Area E00185630 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FY8 2FX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FY8 2FX.
336
45
£ 39,100 /yr
44%
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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. FY8 2FX spans multiple life stages — average age 45, 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 FY8 2FX. The average age is 45.3. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
FY8 2FX has low crime rates — 42 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
Roseacre Primary Academy
Armfield Academy
Thames Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Headline News0.9 km
- Thorougoods0.5 km
- Fresh 'n' Fruity0.8 km
- Minion Bakes Ltd0.9 km
- G & K Mitchell Butchers0.9 km
- + 9 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Thornlea Rest Home1.0 km
- Carousel Hotel0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
22 nearby- Willows Coffee House0.8 km
- A Se Anar0.9 km
- Green's Fresh and Ready0.9 km
- Italio0.8 km
- Winstons Licenced Bistro0.9 km
- + 17 more
Takeaway Shop
19 nearby- Al Capones0.9 km
- Golden Wok0.5 km
- Harrowside Chip Shop0.8 km
- M & M Catering0.1 km
- Taste Buds0.8 km
- + 14 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Farmers Arms0.9 km
- JD Drinkwaters Ale House0.9 km
- Halfway House0.8 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Morrisons Supermarket Limited0.7 km
- Lidl Great Britain Limited0.0 km
- Tesco0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Squires Gate0.3 km
- Blackpool Pleasure Beach1.2 km
- Blackpool South2.3 km
Bus Stops
- Blackpool Airport0.0 km
- Blackpool Airport0.1 km
- Squires Gate0.1 km
- Squires Gate0.1 km
- Stony Hill Avenue0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: FY82FX · Data under Open Government Licence