Duncan Avenue is in Blackpool and in Blackpool district. FY2 9DB is located in the Norbreck electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blackpool North and Cleveleys. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Duncan Avenue, Blackpool, FY2 9DB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY2 9DE, FY2 9DF, FY2 9BG, FY2 9DW, FY2 9DA, FY2 9DD, FY5 1RR, FY2 9BZ, FY2 9DN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around FY2 9DB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51.3% | -0.5% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.7% | 0.5% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of FY2 9DB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.7% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 17.8% | 14.3% | -3.5% | 37.9% | -23.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.5% | 62.7% | 4.2% | 44.2% | 18.5% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 8.8% | 2.0% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 16.1% | 13.8% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 7.7% |
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 | 30.1% | 31.2% | 1.1% | 48.4% | -17.2% |
| Good health | 42.6% | 42.2% | -0.4% | 33.6% | 8.6% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 17.3% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 4.6% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 7.6% | 1.2% | 4.0% | 3.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 1.7% | -0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 FY2 9DB this area, 30.4% 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 21.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.4% | 30.4% | -1.0% | 18.2% | 12.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.9% | 10.1% | -1.8% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 11.5% | -5.4% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.3% | 8.8% | -0.5% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 13.4% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.4% | 21.7% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -12.1% |
| Other | 4.2% | 4.1% | -0.1% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 99.6% | 97.4% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
In this area, 94.9% 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 | 97.6% | 94.9% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 3.8% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 94.9% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 11.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0.9% | -3.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88% | 76.7% | 11.3% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 9.4% | 13.5% | -4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.9% | 37.2% | -15.3% |
| Christian | 70.8% | 46.2% | 24.6% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Jewish | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Other religion | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Duncan Avenue was 82.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.6% lower than the Bispham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Duncan Avenue has the 10th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Bispham and the 197th lowest crime rate of 490 local areas in Blackpool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 54.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Duncan Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool Detached, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2021-05-21 | £285,111 |
| 2 Duncan Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-02-01 | £206,730 |
| 11 Duncan Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2019-01-10 | £225,644 |
| 15 Duncan Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool Detached, an established residential building | £198,000 | 2017-10-31 | £258,807 |
| 22 Duncan Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2017-04-07 | £203,022 |
FY2 9DB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in FY2 9DB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 60% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 131 |
| Full-Time Employee | 35 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westcliff Primary Academy Crawford Avenue , Bispham FY2 9BY | 3out of 4 | 184 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westcliff Primary School Crawford Avenue , Bispham FY2 9BY | - not rated | 184 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's School Devonshire Road , Bispham FY2 0AJ | - not rated | 503 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Bernadette's Catholic Primary School Devonshire Road , Bispham FY2 0AJ | 3out of 4 | 503 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School Devonshire Road , Bispham FY2 0AJ | - not rated | 503 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery High School - A Language College and Full Service School All Hallows Road , Bispham FY2 0AZ | - not rated | 516 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montgomery Academy All Hallows Road , Bispham FY2 0AZ | 3out of 4 | 516 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bispham High School - An Arts College Bispham Road , FY2 0NH | - not rated | 2,010 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield Science & Performing Arts College Belvedere Road , FY5 5DG | 3out of 4 | 3,247 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Collegiate High School Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LS | - not rated | 3,247 yd | Foundation school | 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 | 2,714 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackpool and the Fylde College Ashfield Road , Bispham FY2 0HB | - not rated | 1,277 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blackpool Sixth Form College Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LR | - not rated | 2,899 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blackpool Sixth Form College Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LR | - not rated | 2,899 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unity Academy Blackpool Warbreck Hill Road , FY2 0TS | - not rated | 2,662 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Langdale Preparatory School 95 Warbreck Drive , Bispham FY2 9RZ | - not rated | 2,488 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sandcastle School 18 Rossall Road , FY5 1DX | - not rated | 2,532 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancashire Early Alternative Provision Robson Way , Norman House FY3 7PP | - not rated | 2,838 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norman House Independent School Norman House , Robson Way FY3 7PP | - not rated | 2,884 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancashire Alternative Provision 30 Mowbray Drive , FY3 7UN | - not rated | 2,931 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Picnic Box | 58 Norbreck Road, Blackpool | 217 yd | |
| The Fish Bar | 86 Norbreck Road, Blackpool | 217 yd | |
| Red Lion | Hotel, Devonshire Road, Blackpool | 455 yd | |
| Crunchy | Unit 1, 50 All Hallows Road, Blackpool | 547 yd | |
| BJFF Development Centre | Carr Road, Blackpool | 573 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albion | 226 Red Bank Road, Blackpool | 722 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Gathering | 80 Norbreck Road, Blackpool | 217 yd | |
| Sayers Bakery | 337 Red Bank Road, Blackpool | 722 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 323 Red Bank Road, Blackpool | 722 yd | |
| Thai Thip | 212 Red Bank Road, Blackpool | 754 yd | |
| Food 2 Go | Bispham Pharmacy, 2 Blackpool Road, Blackpool | 769 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 50-52 Norbreck Road, Blackpool | 266 yd | |
| Tesco | 3 All Hallows Road, Blackpool | 630 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Rear Of, 216 Red Bank Road, Blackpool | 766 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 80 Red Bank Road, Blackpool | 1,045 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spindles Health & Leisure (Blackpool) QUEENS PROMENADE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 331 yd |
| Norbreck Bowling And Tennis Club CLOVELLY AVENUE | tennis courts | 371 yd |
| St Bernadettes Catholic Primary School DEVONSHIRE ROAD | grass pitches | 499 yd |
| Montgomery High School ALL HALLOWS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 515 yd |
| Bispham Body Senze (Closed) 13-17 13-17 All Hallows Road | health and fitness suite | 547 yd |
| Whiteholme Recreation Ground WHITEHOLME PLAYING FIELDS ALL SAINTS ROAD WHITEHOLME PLAYING FIELDS ALL SAINTS ROAD ALL SAINTS ROAD | grass pitches | 741 yd |
| Blackpool Rufc FLEETWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 817 yd |
| Tee Time Golf & Footgolf Centre FLEETWOOD ROAD | golf | 821 yd |
| Fleetwood Road Recreation Ground WINGATE AVENUE | grass pitches | 931 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 | 69.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.