Mossom Lane is in Thornton-Cleveleys and in Blackpool district. FY5 1RJ 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 Mossom Lane, Thornton-cleveleys, FY5 1RJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY5 1RL, FY5 1QG, FY5 1SA, FY5 1RS, FY5 1QF, FY5 1BE, FY5 1RT, FY5 1RU, FY5 1SE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around FY5 1RJ 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 | 52.4% | 51.3% | -1.1% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 47.6% | 48.7% | 1.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 21.7% | 30.9% | 9.2% | 37.9% | -7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.4% | 46.5% | -8.9% | 44.2% | 2.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 2% | 2.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.6% | 10% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 11.2% | 9.1% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 3.0% |
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 | 42.1% | 54.9% | 12.8% | 48.4% | 6.5% |
| Good health | 31% | 28.2% | -2.8% | 33.6% | -5.4% |
| Fair health | 19.3% | 13.4% | -5.9% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 2.9% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 0.7% | -2.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.9% | 11.6% | -13.3% | 18.2% | -6.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 6.9% | -6.4% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.7% | 17.2% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 7.8% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 22% | 9.6% | 16.9% | 5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.1% | 32.8% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -1.0% |
| Other | 6.4% | 1.7% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.6% | 97.1% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 96% 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% | 96% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 1% | 3.2% | 2.2% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 96% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88% | 76.7% | 11.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Italy | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 8.8% | 13.5% | -4.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.6% | 37.2% | 1.4% |
| Christian | 57.4% | 46.2% | 11.2% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mossom Lane was 21.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.8% lower than the Bispham average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Mossom Lane has the 4th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Bispham and the 31st lowest crime rate of 490 local areas in Blackpool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Mossom Lane, Thornton-Cleveleys, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2024-12-19 | £288,226 |
| 17 Mossom Lane, Thornton-Cleveleys, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2024-04-02 | £202,841 |
| 49 Mossom Lane, Thornton-Cleveleys, Blackpool Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2023-10-20 | £386,870 |
| 47 Mossom Lane, Thornton-Cleveleys, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2020-10-23 | £252,527 |
| 5 Mossom Lane, Thornton-Cleveleys, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2018-06-28 | £192,647 |
FY5 1RJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 FY5 1RJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 69 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norbreck Primary School Norbreck Road , FY5 1PD | - not rated | 554 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norbreck Primary Academy Norbreck Road , FY5 1PD | 3out of 4 | 554 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westcliff Primary Academy Crawford Avenue , Bispham FY2 9BY | 3out of 4 | 645 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westcliff Primary School Crawford Avenue , Bispham FY2 9BY | - not rated | 645 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's School Devonshire Road , Bispham FY2 0AJ | - not rated | 889 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | 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 | 790 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montgomery Academy All Hallows Road , Bispham FY2 0AZ | 3out of 4 | 790 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bispham High School - An Arts College Bispham Road , FY2 0NH | - not rated | 2,409 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield Science & Performing Arts College Belvedere Road , FY5 5DG | 3out of 4 | 3,002 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Collegiate High School Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LS | - not rated | 3,548 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 | 3,161 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 | 1,161 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blackpool Sixth Form College Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LR | - not rated | 3,182 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blackpool Sixth Form College Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LR | - not rated | 3,182 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 | 3,116 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandcastle School 18 Rossall Road , FY5 1DX | - not rated | 2,056 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Langdale Preparatory School 95 Warbreck Drive , Bispham FY2 9RZ | - not rated | 2,972 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Haven School Ringway , FY5 2NL | - not rated | 3,100 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancashire Early Alternative Provision Robson Way , Norman House FY3 7PP | - not rated | 3,154 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norman House Independent School Norman House , Robson Way FY3 7PP | - not rated | 3,189 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BJFF Development Centre | Carr Road, Blackpool | 488 yd | |
| Picnic Box | 58 Norbreck Road, Blackpool | 583 yd | |
| The Fish Bar | 86 Norbreck Road, Blackpool | 583 yd | |
| Crunchy | Unit 1, 50 All Hallows Road, Blackpool | 743 yd | |
| BJFF Crossbar Cafe | Blackpool Rangers, All Saints Road, Blackpool | 768 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Eagle | Golden Eagle Hotel, Warren Drive, Blackpool | 1,002 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 243 Sandwich Bar | 243 Fleetwood Road, Blackpool | 530 yd | |
| Happy Gathering | 80 Norbreck Road, Blackpool | 583 yd | |
| Bella Gusto | Shop, 228 Fleetwood Road, Blackpool | 740 yd | |
| Surprise (Prev. Dragon Palace) | 234 Fleetwood Road, Blackpool | 740 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 50-52 Norbreck Road, Blackpool | 630 yd | |
| Tesco | 3 All Hallows Road, Blackpool | 1,016 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Norbreck Bowling And Tennis Club CLOVELLY AVENUE | tennis courts | 130 yd |
| Blackpool Rufc FLEETWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 431 yd |
| Tee Time Golf & Footgolf Centre FLEETWOOD ROAD | golf | 480 yd |
| Fleetwood Road Recreation Ground WINGATE AVENUE | grass pitches | 485 yd |
| Spindles Health & Leisure (Blackpool) QUEENS PROMENADE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 593 yd |
| Whiteholme Recreation Ground WHITEHOLME PLAYING FIELDS ALL SAINTS ROAD WHITEHOLME PLAYING FIELDS ALL SAINTS ROAD ALL SAINTS ROAD | grass pitches | 685 yd |
| Montgomery High School ALL HALLOWS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 789 yd |
| St Bernadettes Catholic Primary School DEVONSHIRE ROAD | grass pitches | 885 yd |
| Bispham Body Senze (Closed) 13-17 13-17 All Hallows Road | health and fitness suite | 918 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 | 70.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 69.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.