Turnstone is in Blackpool and in Blackpool district. FY3 8FH is located in the Park electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blackpool North and Cleveleys. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Turnstone, Blackpool, FY3 8FH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY3 8FF, FY3 8FJ, FY3 8FL, FY3 8FN, FY3 8FD, FY3 8FB, FY3 8FE, FY3 8FA, FY3 8FP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding FY3 8FH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 49.2% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 50.3% | 50.8% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 FY3 8FH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43.1% 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 | 42.3% | 43.1% | 0.8% | 37.9% | 5.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.2% | 44.7% | 3.5% | 44.2% | 0.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 0.8% | -3.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 9.1% | -2.1% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.3% | 53.2% | -0.1% | 48.4% | 4.8% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 33.2% | -3.3% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 7.8% | 11% | 3.2% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 2.3% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 10.4% | 11.7% | 1.3% | 18.2% | -6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 7.8% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.2% | 14.5% | -6.7% | 13.4% | 1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.5% | 3.9% | 0.4% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 17.6% | 1.8% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.5% | 41.4% | 7.9% | 33.8% | 7.6% |
| Other | 1.5% | 3.1% | 1.6% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 2.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 3.1% | -0.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.6% | 86.4% | -8.2% | 81.4% | 5.0% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 87.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.1% | 87.7% | -8.4% | 83.2% | 4.5% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 5.6% | 4.4% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 6.6% | 6.0% | 5.6% | 1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.9% | 87.7% | -7.2% | 83.2% | 4.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 3.7% | 1.0% | 1.9% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.1% | 76.7% | 2.4% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Romania | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.8% | 37.2% | -3.4% |
| Christian | 54.6% | 46.2% | 8.4% |
| Hindu | 2% | 1.7% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Turnstone was 55.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 75.4% lower than the Brunswick average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Turnstone has the 10th lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Brunswick and the 111th lowest crime rate of 494 local areas in Blackpool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.1%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Turnstone, Blackpool, Blackpool Detached, an established residential building | £465,000 | 2014-09-18 | £654,130 |
| 9 Turnstone, Blackpool, Blackpool Detached, an established residential building | £499,995 | 2007-11-14 | £575,109 |
| 7 Turnstone, Blackpool, Blackpool Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2007-10-19 | £500,363 |
| 9 Turnstone, Blackpool, Blackpool Detached, an established residential building | £399,950 | 2004-06-30 | £565,000 |
| 7 Turnstone, Blackpool, Blackpool Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 1999-12-22 | £558,774 |
FY3 8FH 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 | 125 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 39 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ The King Catholic Academy Rodwell Walk , Grange Park FY3 7FG | 3out of 4 | 1,007 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Boundary Primary School Dinmore Avenue , FY3 7RW | 3out of 4 | 1,028 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Staining Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Staining Road , Staining FY3 0BW | 3out of 4 | 1,250 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Layton Primary School Meyler Avenue , Layton FY3 7DX | 4out of 4 | 1,612 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Kentigern's Catholic Primary School Newton Drive , FY3 8BT | 3out of 4 | 1,957 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Academy St Walburga's Road , FY3 7EQ | 3out of 4 | 1,001 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackpool Aspire Academy Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LS | 3out of 4 | 1,768 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Baines School Highcross Road , FY6 8BE | 2out of 4 | 1,939 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's School A Church of England Academy Cherry Tree Road , Marton FY4 4PH | 3out of 4 | 3,080 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hodgson Academy Moorland Road , FY6 7EU | 4out of 4 | 3,604 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,159 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackpool and the Fylde College Ashfield Road , Bispham FY2 0HB | - not rated | 4,600 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 | 3out of 4 | 2,719 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Armfield Academy 488 Lytham Road , FY4 1TL | - not rated | 4,944 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfurlong School Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LS | 4out of 4 | 1,784 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Whitegate Drive , FY3 9HF | 3out of 4 | 2,106 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Community Academy 158 Whitegate Drive , FY3 9HF | 4out of 4 | 2,131 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tower Learning Centre 316 Church Street , FY1 3QE | - not rated | 2,301 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Educational Diversity 278a Whitegate Drive , FY3 9JW | 3out of 4 | 2,460 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walterz Entertainment Centre | Newton Hall Holiday Centre, Staining Road | 479 yd | |
| Seniors | 106 Normoss Road, Normoss | 634 yd | |
| The 4 Seasons Eatery | 103 Staining Road | 647 yd | |
| Blackpool Zoo | Woodside Drive, Blackpool | 835 yd | |
| Cafe@thegrange | The Grange, Atthegrange, 2A Dinmore Avenue, Blackpool | 1,038 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Arms | 1 Staining Road, Normoss | 586 yd | |
| Newton Hall Country Club | Newton Hall, 106 Staining Road | 647 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Hall Chippy | Newton Hall Holiday Centre, Staining Road | 479 yd | |
| BAKE 'N' BUTTIES | 6 The Strand, Staining Road | 576 yd | |
| Furamar Chinese Takeaway | 116 Normoss Road, Normoss | 634 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blackpool Newton Hall Indoor Bowls Club Staining Road | indoor bowls, swimming pool | 376 yd |
| Boundary Primary School DINMORE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch | 1,066 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.