Vicarage Lane is in Blackpool and in Blackpool district. FY4 4EF is located in the Hawes Side electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blackpool South. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Vicarage Lane, Blackpool, FY4 4EF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY4 4EA, FY4 4DZ, FY4 4BU, FY4 4EQ, FY4 4EH, FY4 4EX, FY4 4DX, FY4 4DH, FY4 4DL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding FY4 4EF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.2% | 52.1% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 1.1% |
| Male | 46.8% | 47.9% | 1.1% | 49.0% | -1.1% |
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 FY4 4EF, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.3% 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 | 39.1% | 46.3% | 7.2% | 37.9% | 8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.9% | 31.8% | 0.9% | 44.2% | -12.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 5.1% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 2.9% |
| Divorced | 16.5% | 10.7% | -5.8% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 7% | 5.1% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 45.5% | 37.7% | -7.8% | 48.4% | -10.7% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 37.4% | 5.3% | 33.6% | 3.8% |
| Fair health | 16.6% | 18% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 5.3% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 4.8% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 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 | 19.8% | 22.1% | 2.3% | 18.2% | 3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 12.9% | -5.2% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.5% | 14.3% | -9.2% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.5% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 18.9% | 3.7% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.8% | 24% | 9.2% | 33.8% | -9.8% |
| Other | 5.8% | 2.3% | -3.5% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 2.4% | 1.8% | 0.4% | 2.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 96.4% | 95.1% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 97.1% | 96.2% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.8% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 96.2% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.5% | 76.7% | -3.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 23% | 13.5% | 9.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.2% | 37.2% | 9.0% |
| Christian | 48.3% | 46.2% | 2.1% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Vicarage Lane was 144.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.0% lower than the Clifton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Vicarage Lane has the 21st highest crime rate of 78 local areas in Clifton and the 192nd highest crime rate of 494 local areas in Blackpool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 70.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -21.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Vicarage Lane, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,000 | 2023-10-04 | £133,932 |
| 57 Vicarage Lane, Blackpool, Blackpool Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-06-16 | £178,892 |
| 65 Vicarage Lane, Blackpool, Blackpool Terraced, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-05-25 | £128,250 |
| 45 Vicarage Lane, Blackpool, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2022-10-07 | £135,929 |
| 75A Vicarage Lane, Blackpool, Blackpool Terraced, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2022-09-30 | £105,102 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Looking after home or family | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Other | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baines' Endowed Church of England Primary Academy Penrose Avenue , Marton FY4 4DJ | 3out of 4 | 399 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Vianney's Catholic Primary School Glastonbury Avenue , FY1 6RD | 3out of 4 | 432 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Waterloo Primary Academy Waterloo Road , FY4 3AG | 3out of 4 | 481 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic Academy Lightwood Avenue , FY4 2AU | 3out of 4 | 1,226 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawes Side Academy Johnsville Avenue , FY4 3LN | 3out of 4 | 1,236 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St George's School A Church of England Academy Cherry Tree Road , Marton FY4 4PH | 3out of 4 | 1,116 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Shore Academy St Anne's Road , FY4 2AR | 2out of 4 | 1,164 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield Leadership Academy Highfield Road , FY4 3JZ | 1out of 4 | 1,646 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Academy St Walburga's Road , FY3 7EQ | 3out of 4 | 3,147 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackpool Aspire Academy Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LS | 3out of 4 | 4,435 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 4,788 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 | - not rated | 1,974 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Unity Academy Blackpool Warbreck Hill Road , FY2 0TS | 3out of 4 | 4,261 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 | 642 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Park Community Academy 158 Whitegate Drive , FY3 9HF | 4out of 4 | 1,279 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Whitegate Drive , FY3 9HF | 3out of 4 | 1,338 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lotus School Langdale Road , FY4 4RR | - not rated | 1,981 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tower Learning Centre 316 Church Street , FY1 3QE | - not rated | 2,244 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phil's Coffee Shop | 420 Waterloo Road, Blackpool | 193 yd | |
| The Cottage | 31 Newhouse Road, Blackpool | 298 yd | |
| Valeo Staff Canteen (Harman's Catering Services) | Burtons Gold Medal Biscuits Ltd, Vicarage Lane, Blackpool | 494 yd | |
| The Hungry Elephant | 234 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool | 665 yd | |
| No10 Ale House | 258 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool | 677 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lane Ends Hotel | 57 Hawes Side Lane, Blackpool | 392 yd | |
| Saddle Inn | 286 Whitegate Drive, Blackpool | 422 yd | |
| Clarence Hotel | 88 Preston New Road, Blackpool | 595 yd | |
| Boars Head | 38 Preston Old Road, Blackpool | 633 yd | |
| Bloomfield Brewhouse | 47 Ansdell Road, Blackpool | 934 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brimful of Boba | 75 Vicarage Lane, Blackpool | 2 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 483 Waterloo Road, Blackpool | 162 yd | |
| Maggies | 481A Waterloo Road, Blackpool | 162 yd | |
| Babylon | 481B Waterloo Road, Blackpool | 162 yd | |
| Greggs | Unit 2, 357a Waterloo Road, Blackpool | 298 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 7 Welbeck Avenue, Blackpool | 313 yd | |
| Asda | 1 Welbeck Avenue, Blackpool | 313 yd | |
| ASDA | 160 Cherry Tree Road, Blackpool | 860 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Baines Endowed School Sports Hall PENROSE AVENUE | 299 yd | |
| Crossland Road Park CROSSLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 329 yd |
| St John Vianneys Catholic Primary School GLASTONBURY AVENUE | grass pitches | 390 yd |
| Yorkies Gym (Closed) Dover Court | health and fitness suite | 486 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Blackpool) VICARAGE LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 910 yd |
| St Georges Swimming Pool (Closed) Cherry Tree Road | swimming pool | 1,014 yd |
| St George'S Church Of England High School Cherry Tree Road | grass pitches | 1,021 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 | 84.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 84.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 84.6% |
| 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.