Kimberley Avenue is in Blackpool and in Blackpool district. FY4 2LS is located in the Highfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blackpool South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kimberley Avenue, Blackpool, FY4 2LS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY4 2LP, FY4 2LN, FY4 2QP, FY4 2LJ, FY4 2LX, FY4 2LR, FY4 2RB, FY4 2LZ, FY4 2ND.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around FY4 2LS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 50.9% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 47.6% | 49.1% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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% | 35.4% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -2.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.7% | 36.8% | -4.9% | 44.2% | -7.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 12.8% | 10.5% | -2.3% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 13.4% | 14.8% | 1.4% | 6.1% | 8.7% |
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 | 40.8% | 41.3% | 0.5% | 48.4% | -7.1% |
| Good health | 34.2% | 34.4% | 0.2% | 33.6% | 0.8% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 16.5% | 0.7% | 12.7% | 3.8% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 5.4% | -2.3% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2.4% | 0.9% | 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.
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 22.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 34.8% | 25.7% | -9.1% | 18.2% | 7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 12.3% | 3.3% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 12% | -5.2% | 13.4% | -1.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 7.6% | 4.8% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.1% | 16.3% | 3.2% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.9% | 22.1% | 5.2% | 33.8% | -11.7% |
| Other | 6.2% | 4% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0.6% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 97.6% | 92.6% | -5.0% | 81.4% | 11.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 95.5% | 97% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 97% | 2.7% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.9% | 0.9% | -3.0% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.1% | 76.7% | -9.6% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 31.8% | 13.5% | 18.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.9% | 37.2% | 2.7% |
| Christian | 53.6% | 46.2% | 7.4% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kimberley Avenue was 66.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.9% lower than the Highfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kimberley Avenue has the 10th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Highfield and the 145th lowest crime rate of 494 local areas in Blackpool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -49.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Kimberley Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2024-04-12 | £177,107 |
| 12 Kimberley Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,450 | 2023-06-07 | £144,225 |
| 25 Kimberley Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £148,500 | 2023-01-30 | £152,064 |
| 21 Kimberley Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-06-06 | £141,639 |
| 5 Kimberley Avenue, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2021-06-28 | £204,800 |
FY4 2LS 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in FY4 2LS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roseacre Primary Academy Stonycroft Avenue , FY4 2PF | 3out of 4 | 332 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawes Side Academy Johnsville Avenue , FY4 3LN | 3out of 4 | 985 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School Common Edge Road , FY4 5DF | 3out of 4 | 1,100 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thames Primary Academy Severn Road , FY4 1EE | 3out of 4 | 1,291 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic Academy Lightwood Avenue , FY4 2AU | 3out of 4 | 1,602 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Leadership Academy Highfield Road , FY4 3JZ | 1out of 4 | 790 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Shore Academy St Anne's Road , FY4 2AR | 2out of 4 | 1,452 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 | 2,358 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Academy St Walburga's Road , FY3 7EQ | 3out of 4 | 5,316 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lytham St Annes High School Worsley Road , FY8 4DG | 3out of 4 | 5,368 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 911 yd | Free schools | 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 | 2,797 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lotus School Langdale Road , FY4 4RR | - not rated | 3,243 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Community Academy 158 Whitegate Drive , FY3 9HF | 4out of 4 | 3,376 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Whitegate Drive , FY3 9HF | 3out of 4 | 3,431 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Rose School 28-30 North Promenade , St Annes on Sea FY8 2NQ | - not rated | 3,909 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roseacre Primary Academy | Stonycroft Avenue, Blackpool | 359 yd | |
| A Se Anar | 107 Highfield Road, Blackpool | 464 yd | |
| Blue Diamond | 92 Highfield Road, Blackpool | 497 yd | |
| Blueberries | 72 Highfield Road, Blackpool | 497 yd | |
| No 90 Bar and Grill | 90 Highfield Road, Blackpool | 497 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halfway House | St Annes Road, Blackpool | 360 yd | |
| Highfield Social Club | 79 Highfield Road, Blackpool | 522 yd | |
| JD Drinkwaters Ale House | 75 Highfield Road, Blackpool | 537 yd | |
| Farmers Arms | 2-4 Highfield Road, Blackpool | 648 yd | |
| Highfield Hotel | Highfield Road, Blackpool | 940 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tasty Bites | Rear Of, 473 St Annes Road, Blackpool | 359 yd | |
| Taylors Fish & Chips | 461 St Annes Road, Blackpool | 359 yd | |
| Happy Garden | 471 St Annes Road, Blackpool | 359 yd | |
| Gold Star | 180 Abbey Road, Blackpool | 436 yd | |
| Piggies at The Old Dairy | 29 Boome Street, Blackpool | 485 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Supermarket Limited | Wm Morrison Supermarkets Plc, Amy Johnson Way | 629 yd | |
| Tesco | 43 Highfield Road, Blackpool | 648 yd | |
| Food Warehouse | Unit H Blackpool Retail Park | 674 yd | |
| Aldi | Unit A Blackpool Retail Park, Amy Johnson Way, Blackpool | 674 yd | |
| Lidl Great Britain Limited | Squires Gate Lane | 988 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fishersfield Highfield Road | grass pitches | 540 yd |
| Highfield Humanities College (Closed) Highfield Road | grass pitches | 691 yd |
| Highfield Leadership Academy HIGHFIELD ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 729 yd |
| Arnold School (Closed) Lytham Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 911 yd |
| Hawes Side Academy JOHNSVILLE AVENUE | grass pitches | 993 yd |
| Armfield Academy 488A 488A LYTHAM ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 1,000 yd |
| Our Lady Of The Assumption Catholic Primary School COMMON EDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,000 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 157.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.