Kirkstall Avenue is in Blackpool and in Blackpool district. FY1 6QU is located in the Tyldesley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blackpool South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kirkstall Avenue, Blackpool, FY1 6QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY4 4BN, FY4 4BL, FY1 6QR, FY4 4BW, FY1 6QT, FY4 4DP, FY1 6QY, FY1 6QX, FY4 4BU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around FY1 6QU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 50.8% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 47.8% | 49.2% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around FY1 6QU, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33.7% | 42.4% | 8.7% | 37.9% | 4.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.4% | 31.5% | -8.9% | 44.2% | -12.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 4.7% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 12.8% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 11% | 7.8% | -3.2% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45.9% | 43.6% | -2.3% | 48.4% | -4.8% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 33.3% | 2.2% | 33.6% | -0.3% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 17% | 2.2% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 3.6% | -3.0% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.3% | 19% | -7.3% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 13.2% | 0.3% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 14% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 6.2% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.5% | 16.3% | -0.2% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.6% | 29.5% | 9.9% | 33.8% | -4.3% |
| Other | 4.7% | 1.9% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 3.3% | 1.1% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 92.1% | 92.4% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 11.0% |
| Arab | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 90.9% 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 | 94% | 90.9% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 5.2% | 4.3% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 3.7% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -1.9% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 90.6% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 7.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 7.3% | 6.7% | 9.8% | -2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 1.8% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.2% | 76.7% | 1.5% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Southern Asia | 1.8% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.1% | 13.5% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.3% | 37.2% | 4.1% |
| Christian | 50.2% | 46.2% | 4.0% |
| Hindu | 2.4% | 1.7% | 0.7% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kirkstall Avenue was 479.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 289.6% higher than the Marton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kirkstall Avenue has the 2nd highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Marton and the 48th highest crime rate of 490 local areas in Blackpool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 198.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 22.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Kirkstall Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2025-10-27 | £208,184 |
| 9 Kirkstall Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2021-05-21 | £183,662 |
| 4 Kirkstall Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2021-04-07 | £170,826 |
| 9 Kirkstall Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,000 | 2019-10-18 | £189,939 |
| 5 Kirkstall Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2017-12-21 | £140,284 |
FY1 6QU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John Vianney's Catholic Primary School Glastonbury Avenue , FY1 6RD | - not rated | 233 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Vianney's Catholic Primary School, Blackpool Glastonbury Avenue , FY1 6RD | 3out of 4 | 233 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackpool Baines Endowed Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Penrose Avenue , Marton FY4 4DJ | - not rated | 491 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Baines' Endowed Church of England Primary Academy Penrose Avenue , Marton FY4 4DJ | - not rated | 491 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterloo Primary School Waterloo Road , FY4 3AG | - not rated | 575 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St George's High School Cherry Tree Road , FY4 4PH | - not rated | 1,186 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's School A Church of England Academy Cherry Tree Road , Marton FY4 4PH | 3out of 4 | 1,186 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's School A Church of England Business & Enterprise College Cherry Tree Road , Marton FY4 4PH | - not rated | 1,186 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Palatine Community Sports College St Anne's Road , FY4 2AR | - not rated | 1,306 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Shore Academy St Anne's Road , FY4 2AR | - not rated | 1,306 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unity College Blackpool Warbreck Hill Road , FY2 0TS | - not rated | 4,011 yd | Community school | 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 | 4,586 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blackpool Sixth Form College Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LR | - not rated | 4,586 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 | 3out of 4 | 2,142 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Unity Academy Blackpool Warbreck Hill Road , FY2 0TS | - not rated | 4,067 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Educational Diversity 278a Whitegate Drive , FY3 9JW | 3out of 4 | 443 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Educational Diversity 278a Whitegate Drive , FY3 9JW | - not rated | 443 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedars C/O Northerncare , 214 Whitegate Drive FY3 9JL | - not rated | 626 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Nook School 214 Whitegate Drive , 214 Whitegate Drive FY3 9JL | - not rated | 626 yd | Other independent special school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Glendale House C/O Northerncare , 214 Whitegate Drive FY3 9JL | - not rated | 626 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phil's Coffee Shop | 420 Waterloo Road, Blackpool | 46 yd | |
| The Cottage | 31 Newhouse Road, Blackpool | 258 yd | |
| The Hungry Elephant | 234 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool | 435 yd | |
| No10 Ale House | 258 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool | 446 yd | |
| Pandoro Pizzeria | 274 Waterloo Road, Blackpool | 708 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saddle Inn | 286 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool | 206 yd | |
| Boars Head | 38 Preston Old Road, Blackpool | 423 yd | |
| Lane Ends Hotel | 57 Hawes Side Lane, Blackpool | 544 yd | |
| Clarence Hotel | 88 Preston New Road, Blackpool | 564 yd | |
| Bloomfield Brewhouse | 47 Ansdell Road, Blackpool | 798 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 483 Waterloo Road, Blackpool | 88 yd | |
| Maggies | 481A Waterloo Road, Blackpool | 88 yd | |
| Babylon | 481B Waterloo Road, Blackpool | 88 yd | |
| Greggs | Unit 2, 357a Waterloo Road, Blackpool | 126 yd | |
| Brimful of Boba | 75 Vicarage Lane, Blackpool | 234 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 7 Welbeck Avenue, Blackpool | 546 yd | |
| Asda | 1 Welbeck Avenue, Blackpool | 546 yd | |
| ASDA | 160 Cherry Tree Road, Blackpool | 1,016 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St John Vianneys Catholic Primary School GLASTONBURY AVENUE | grass pitches | 166 yd |
| Yorkies Gym (Closed) Dover Court | health and fitness suite | 368 yd |
| Baines Endowed School Sports Hall PENROSE AVENUE | 489 yd | |
| Crossland Road Park CROSSLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 541 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 | 78 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 233.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.