Brecon Close is in Blackpool and in Blackpool district. FY1 5AY is located in the Tyldesley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blackpool South. This postcode has been in use since 1984-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brecon Close, Blackpool, FY1 5AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY1 5AZ, FY1 5RE, FY1 5QY, FY1 5LS, FY1 5QQ, FY1 5QU, FY1 5QS, FY1 5RA, FY1 5NB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding FY1 5AY has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.8% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.9% | 56.8% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 5.8% |
| Male | 42.1% | 43.2% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -5.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 31% | 30.3% | -0.7% | 37.9% | -7.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.7% | 21.2% | -6.5% | 44.2% | -23.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 4.2% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 14.1% | 19.4% | 5.3% | 9.1% | 10.3% |
| Widowed | 22.3% | 23.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 17.5% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (68.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 27.9% | 28.1% | 0.2% | 48.4% | -20.3% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 40% | 6.5% | 33.6% | 6.4% |
| Fair health | 25.9% | 22.7% | -3.2% | 12.7% | 10.0% |
| Bad health | 10.2% | 6.5% | -3.7% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2.7% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.5% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around FY1 5AY this area, 42.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 17.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.5% | 42.2% | 4.7% | 18.2% | 24.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 11.8% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 9.9% | -6.4% | 13.4% | -3.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 5.6% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 12.4% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.8% | 17.4% | 1.6% | 33.8% | -16.4% |
| Other | 4.3% | 0.6% | -3.7% | 2.8% | -2.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 98.5% | 96.2% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 90.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97% | 90.8% | -6.2% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 5.4% | 3.9% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 90.8% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 7.6% | 7.1% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.5% | 1.1% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.4% | 76.7% | -4.3% |
| Germany | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 4.3% | 1.3% | 3.0% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.1% | 37.2% | -12.1% |
| Christian | 66.8% | 46.2% | 20.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brecon Close was 147.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.0% higher than the Marton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Brecon Close has the 8th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Marton and the 188th highest crime rate of 494 local areas in Blackpool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 84.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 73.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 73% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Brecon Close, Blackpool, Blackpool Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £93,500 | 2025-05-01 | £93,500 |
| 42 Brecon Close, Blackpool, Blackpool Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £53,000 | 2025-04-17 | £53,000 |
| 17 Brecon Close, Blackpool, Blackpool Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2024-11-04 | £77,163 |
| 41 Brecon Close, Blackpool, Blackpool Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £40,000 | 2024-04-05 | £41,887 |
| 14 Brecon Close, Blackpool, Blackpool Terraced, an established residential building | £75,000 | 2024-03-25 | £80,492 |
The percentage of retired residents living in FY1 5AY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revoe Learning Academy Grasmere Road , FY1 5HP | 3out of 4 | 491 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Vianney's Catholic Primary School Glastonbury Avenue , FY1 6RD | 3out of 4 | 781 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterloo Primary Academy Waterloo Road , FY4 3AG | 3out of 4 | 1,076 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackpool Gateway Academy Seymour Road , FY1 6JH | 2out of 4 | 1,113 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Kentigern's Catholic Primary School Newton Drive , FY3 8BT | 3out of 4 | 1,132 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Shore Academy St Anne's Road , FY4 2AR | 2out of 4 | 1,686 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's School A Church of England Academy Cherry Tree Road , Marton FY4 4PH | 3out of 4 | 2,128 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Academy St Walburga's Road , FY3 7EQ | 3out of 4 | 2,401 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Leadership Academy Highfield Road , FY4 3JZ | 1out of 4 | 2,688 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackpool Aspire Academy Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LS | 3out of 4 | 3,685 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Blackpool Sixth Form College Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LR | - not rated | 3,998 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armfield Academy 488 Lytham Road , FY4 1TL | - not rated | 2,559 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Unity Academy Blackpool Warbreck Hill Road , FY2 0TS | 3out of 4 | 3,217 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park Community Academy 158 Whitegate Drive , FY3 9HF | 4out of 4 | 474 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Whitegate Drive , FY3 9HF | 3out of 4 | 501 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Educational Diversity 278a Whitegate Drive , FY3 9JW | 3out of 4 | 658 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tower Learning Centre 316 Church Street , FY1 3QE | - not rated | 1,143 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lotus School Langdale Road , FY4 4RR | - not rated | 2,789 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aroma Coffee Shop | The Cafe, 150-158 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool | 384 yd | |
| Our Wee Chippy | 127 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool | 482 yd | |
| No10 Ale House | 258 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool | 558 yd | |
| The Hungry Elephant | 234 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool | 574 yd | |
| Sweet Divas | 27 Grasmere Road, Blackpool | 649 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subscription Bowling Club | Somerset Avenue, Blackpool | 131 yd | |
| Bloomfield Brewhouse | 47 Ansdell Road, Blackpool | 682 yd | |
| Boars Head | 38 Preston Old Road, Blackpool | 697 yd | |
| Saddle Inn | 286 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool | 782 yd | |
| The Wainwright Club | 173 Hornby Road, Blackpool | 847 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Star Chinese Takeaway | 205 Park Road, Blackpool | 295 yd | |
| Backyard Burgers | 266 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool | 570 yd | |
| Saddle Chippy | 282 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool | 574 yd | |
| Munch box | 278 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool | 574 yd | |
| Papa John's Pizza | 252 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool | 574 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 130-132 Central Drive, Blackpool | 989 yd | |
| Lidl Foodstores | Uk Gmbh, Bloomfield Road, Blackpool | 1,012 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| All Saints Christ Church Hall (Closed) All Saints Hall All Saints Hall Park Road | 668 yd | |
| Blackpool Sports Centre WEST PARK DRIVE | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, health and fitness suite | 703 yd |
| Yorkies Gym (Closed) Dover Court | health and fitness suite | 787 yd |
| St John Vianneys Catholic Primary School GLASTONBURY AVENUE | grass pitches | 788 yd |
| Blackpool Cricket Club WEST PARK DRIVE | grass pitches, squash courts | 810 yd |
| Bannatyne Health Club (Blackpool) RIGBY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,005 yd |
| Blackpool Fc (Bloomfield Road) SEASIDERS WAY | grass pitches | 1,040 yd |
| Brunswick Gym & Health Club 21-27 21-27 BETHESDA ROAD | health and fitness suite | 1,086 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 82.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.