Kipling Drive is in Blackpool and in Blackpool district. FY3 9XD is located in the Marton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blackpool South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kipling Drive, Blackpool, FY3 9XD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY3 9XA, FY3 9UX, FY3 9UY, FY3 9UG, FY3 9LT, FY3 9UU, FY3 9UR, FY3 9NS, FY3 9UL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around FY3 9XD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.4% | 51.8% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 48.6% | 48.2% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 21.7% | 29.3% | 7.6% | 37.9% | -8.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.1% | 40.3% | -20.8% | 44.2% | -3.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 15.2% | 6.3% | 9.1% | 6.1% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 12.6% | 4.7% | 6.1% | 6.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.1% | 41.1% | 1.0% | 48.4% | -7.3% |
| Good health | 40.1% | 31.3% | -8.8% | 33.6% | -2.3% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 20.5% | 7.9% | 12.7% | 7.8% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 6.7% | 0.2% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
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 20.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.6% | 20.9% | -2.7% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 15.2% | 1.4% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 13.6% | -7.1% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 8.4% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.4% | 16.8% | 8.4% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.2% | 20.9% | -0.3% | 33.8% | -12.9% |
| Other | 7.4% | 4.2% | -3.2% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.8% | 96.4% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 97.8% 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 | 97.2% | 97.8% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 97.8% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.6% | 76.7% | 2.9% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.7% | 13.5% | 5.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.5% | 37.2% | 0.3% |
| Christian | 59.4% | 46.2% | 13.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 1.8% | 6.0% | -4.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kipling Drive was 139.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 42.8% lower than the Clifton average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Kipling Drive has the 22nd highest crime rate of 77 local areas in Clifton and the 196th highest crime rate of 490 local areas in Blackpool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 43.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -31.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Kipling Drive, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £117,500 | 2022-04-01 | £128,160 |
| 24 Kipling Drive, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2022-02-21 | £119,233 |
| 28 Kipling Drive, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £116,950 | 2021-11-10 | £129,040 |
| 10 Kipling Drive, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2020-09-10 | £141,210 |
| 12 Kipling Drive, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £109,950 | 2020-08-24 | £147,069 |
FY3 9XD 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 FY3 9XD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Retired | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Other | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanley Primary School Wordsworth Avenue , FY3 9UT | - not rated | 175 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Primary School Wordsworth Avenue , FY3 9UT | 3out of 4 | 175 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Junior School Wordsworth Avenue , FY3 9UT | - not rated | 175 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanley Infant School Wordsworth Avenue , FY3 9UR | - not rated | 175 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mereside Primary Academy Langdale Road , FY4 4RR | 3out of 4 | 600 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,058 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 | 1,058 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 | 1,058 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Humanities College Highfield Road , FY4 3JZ | - not rated | 2,505 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Leadership Academy Highfield Road , FY4 3JZ | 2out of 4 | 2,645 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 | 4,338 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 | 4,311 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blackpool Sixth Form College Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LR | - not rated | 4,311 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 | 3,511 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Unity Academy Blackpool Warbreck Hill Road , FY2 0TS | - not rated | 4,429 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Maple School Langdale Road , FY4 4RR | 1out of 4 | 581 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lotus School Langdale Road , FY4 4RR | - not rated | 725 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Educational Diversity 278a Whitegate Drive , FY3 9JW | 3out of 4 | 1,627 yd | Academy alternative provision converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Educational Diversity 278a Whitegate Drive , FY3 9JW | - not rated | 1,627 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cedars C/O Northerncare , 214 Whitegate Drive FY3 9JL | - not rated | 1,795 yd | Other independent special school | No | Girls | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starbucks | 189 Preston New Road, Blackpool | 265 yd | |
| Costa Coffee Drive Thru | Cornelian Way, Blackpool | 522 yd | |
| KFC | Kfc Restaurant, Cornelian Way, Blackpool | 558 yd | |
| Freedom Centre marthas kitchen | Langdale Road, Blackpool | 671 yd | |
| Starbucks | East Park Drive, Blackpool | 957 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mere Park | Preston Old Road, Blackpool | 572 yd | |
| Clarence Hotel | 88 Preston New Road, Blackpool | 1,051 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | 189 Preston New Road, Blackpool | 265 yd | |
| Golden Fish | 252 Preston Old Road, Blackpool | 414 yd | |
| Subway | 3 Cherry Tree Road North, Blackpool | 555 yd | |
| McDonalds Drive Thru | Mcdonalds Restaurants Ltd, Cherry Tree Road North, Blackpool | 556 yd | |
| Jaflong | 34 Cherry Tree Road North, Blackpool | 591 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASDA | 160 Cherry Tree Road, Blackpool | 1,019 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Stanley Primary School WORDSWORTH AVENUE | grass pitches | 173 yd |
| Lawsons Road (Closed) Lawson Road | grass pitches | 594 yd |
| Universe Gym (Closed) Binwell Road | health and fitness suite | 884 yd |
| Village Hotels (Blackpool) EAST PARK DRIVE | golf, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 956 yd |
| St Georges Swimming Pool (Closed) Cherry Tree Road | swimming pool | 1,053 yd |
| St George'S Church Of England High School Cherry Tree Road | grass pitches | 1,063 yd |
| Mereside Clifton Road | grass pitches | 1,073 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 | 146.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.