Norbreck Road is in Thornton-Cleveleys and in Blackpool district. FY5 1RW is located in the Bispham electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Blackpool North and Cleveleys. This postcode has been in use since 2008-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Norbreck Road, Thornton-cleveleys, FY5 1RW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY2 9BN, FY5 1RP, FY2 9AW, FY2 9DN, FY2 9AB, FY2 9AN, FY2 9DL, FY2 9DW, FY5 1RR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around FY5 1RW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 51% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 50.6% | 49% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 24.6% | 28.8% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.1% | 44.6% | 1.5% | 44.2% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 4.5% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 12.3% | 13.6% | 1.3% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 15.2% | 7.3% | -7.9% | 6.1% | 1.2% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (70.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.6% | 35.5% | -1.1% | 48.4% | -12.9% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 35% | -0.4% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 21.5% | 3.0% | 12.7% | 8.8% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 6% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 2.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 2% | 0.8% | 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 16.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.6% | 23.9% | -9.7% | 18.2% | 5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 13.6% | -1.1% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.4% | 16.5% | 5.1% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 8.5% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 17% | 6.6% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.6% | 16.5% | 0.9% | 33.8% | -17.3% |
| Other | 8.5% | 4% | -4.5% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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 | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.7% | 98% | 1.3% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
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 | 94.7% | 96% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -4.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.1% | 2% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 96% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -7.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 1.5% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82% | 76.7% | 5.3% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 16% | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.5% | 37.2% | -1.7% |
| Christian | 60% | 46.2% | 13.8% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Norbreck Road was 114.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.7% higher than the Bispham average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Norbreck Road has the 5th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Bispham and the 243rd highest crime rate of 494 local areas in Blackpool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 45.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 5 Norbreck Court, 40 Norbreck Road, Thornton-Cleveleys, Blackpool Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2021-06-17 | £69,823 |
| Flat 4 Norbreck Court, 40 Norbreck Road, Thornton-Cleveleys, Blackpool Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £61,500 | 2016-03-22 | £81,483 |
| Flat 5 Norbreck Court, 40 Norbreck Road, Thornton-Cleveleys, Blackpool Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2012-03-29 | £88,856 |
| Flat 3 Norbreck Court, 40 Norbreck Road, Thornton-Cleveleys, Blackpool Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £72,000 | 2011-05-27 | £90,135 |
| Flat 1 Norbreck Court, 40 Norbreck Road, Thornton-Cleveleys, Blackpool Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2009-10-09 | £80,195 |
FY5 1RW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 1RW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 66 |
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westcliff Primary Academy Crawford Avenue , Bispham FY2 9BY | 3out of 4 | 478 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School Devonshire Road , Bispham FY2 0AJ | 3out of 4 | 791 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norbreck Primary Academy Norbreck Road , FY5 1PD | 3out of 4 | 1,116 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bispham Endowed Church of England Primary School Bispham Road , Bispham FY2 0HH | 3out of 4 | 1,268 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kincraig Primary School Kincraig Road , FY2 0HN | 3out of 4 | 1,809 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery Academy All Hallows Road , Bispham FY2 0AZ | 2out of 4 | 872 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackpool Aspire Academy Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LS | 3out of 4 | 3,497 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield Science & Performing Arts College Belvedere Road , FY5 5DG | 3out of 4 | 3,622 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Academy St Walburga's Road , FY3 7EQ | 3out of 4 | 4,251 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Baines School Highcross Road , FY6 8BE | 2out of 4 | 4,711 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 1,665 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blackpool Sixth Form College Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LR | - not rated | 3,168 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 | 2,723 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 3,477 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Arley School Holly Road , FY5 4HH | 3out of 4 | 4,133 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton-Cleveleys Red Marsh School Holly Road , FY5 4HH | 4out of 4 | 4,212 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| McKee College House 73 Breck Road , FY6 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 4,354 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rossall School Broadway , FY7 8JW | - not rated | 4,685 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Picnic Box | 58 Norbreck Road, Blackpool | 82 yd | |
| The Fish Bar | 86 Norbreck Road, Blackpool | 82 yd | |
| Red Lion | Hotel, Devonshire Road, Blackpool | 671 yd | |
| The Stone Grill | 272-274 Queens Promenade, Blackpool | 702 yd | |
| Crunchy | Unit 1, 50 All Hallows Road, Blackpool | 824 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albion | 226 Red Bank Road, Blackpool | 844 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Gathering | 80 Norbreck Road, Blackpool | 82 yd | |
| Slice Sandwich Box | 133 Red Bank Road, Blackpool | 839 yd | |
| Sayers Bakery | 337 Red Bank Road, Blackpool | 844 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 323 Red Bank Road, Blackpool | 844 yd | |
| Italian Star | 73-75 Red Bank Road, Blackpool | 861 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 50-52 Norbreck Road, Blackpool | 30 yd | |
| Tesco | 3 All Hallows Road, Blackpool | 806 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Rear Of, 216 Red Bank Road, Blackpool | 893 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 80 Red Bank Road, Blackpool | 936 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spindles Health & Leisure (Blackpool) QUEENS PROMENADE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 121 yd |
| Norbreck Bowling And Tennis Club CLOVELLY AVENUE | tennis courts | 579 yd |
| St Bernadettes Catholic Primary School DEVONSHIRE ROAD | grass pitches | 693 yd |
| Bispham Body Senze (Closed) 13-17 13-17 All Hallows Road | health and fitness suite | 745 yd |
| Montgomery High School ALL HALLOWS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 771 yd |
| Whiteholme Recreation Ground WHITEHOLME PLAYING FIELDS ALL SAINTS ROAD WHITEHOLME PLAYING FIELDS ALL SAINTS ROAD ALL SAINTS ROAD | grass pitches | 1,034 yd |
| Blackpool Rufc FLEETWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 1,053 yd |
| Tee Time Golf & Footgolf Centre FLEETWOOD ROAD | golf | 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 | 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.