Gorse Avenue is in Thornton-Cleveleys and in Wyre district. FY5 2PJ is located in the Cleveleys Park 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 Gorse Avenue, Thornton-cleveleys, FY5 2PJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY5 2PH, FY5 2PQ, FY5 2NY, FY5 2PN, FY5 2JE, FY5 2PG, FY5 2PL, FY5 2PF, FY5 2JQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding FY5 2PJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.9% 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 | 55.1% | 54.9% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 3.9% |
| Male | 44.9% | 45.1% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -3.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of FY5 2PJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.3% | 18.3% | -1.0% | 37.9% | -19.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.3% | 56.5% | -1.8% | 44.2% | 12.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 11.8% | 5.5% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 12.5% | 10.8% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
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 | 34.3% | 32.2% | -2.1% | 48.4% | -16.2% |
| Good health | 25% | 39.5% | 14.5% | 33.6% | 5.9% |
| Fair health | 29.2% | 19.5% | -9.7% | 12.7% | 6.8% |
| Bad health | 9.3% | 7.3% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 1.5% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 20.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.9% | 23.9% | -12.0% | 18.2% | 5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 12% | 0.0% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.4% | 15.2% | 5.8% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.3% | 7.6% | 0.3% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 17.4% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.4% | 20.1% | -1.3% | 33.8% | -13.7% |
| Other | 5.2% | 3.8% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 0.4% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| White | 100% | 98.1% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 99.5% | 96.6% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -4.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 95.7% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 3.9% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29% | 37.2% | -8.2% |
| Christian | 66.7% | 46.2% | 20.5% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gorse Avenue was 20.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.9% lower than the Bourne average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Gorse Avenue has the 17th lowest crime rate of 90 local areas in Bourne and the 57th lowest crime rate of 386 local areas in Wyre .
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 -80.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Gorse Avenue, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £86,000 | 2023-11-02 | £87,107 |
| 26 Gorse Avenue, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2022-12-16 | £104,724 |
| 18 Gorse Avenue, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2020-01-31 | £207,876 |
| 14 Gorse Avenue, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2016-08-15 | £252,632 |
| 22 Gorse Avenue, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £99,000 | 2015-05-12 | £143,000 |
FY5 2PJ 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 FY5 2PJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 76 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northfold Community Primary School Ringway , FY5 2NL | 3out of 4 | 552 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Cleveleys Manor Beach Primary School Manor Drive , FY5 1EU | 3out of 4 | 942 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Cleveleys Royles Brook Primary School Marsh Road , FY5 2TY | 3out of 4 | 945 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School St George's Avenue , FY5 3JW | 3out of 4 | 1,169 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Thornton Cleveleys Heys Street , Thornton FY5 4HL | 3out of 4 | 1,395 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinal Allen Catholic High School, Fleetwood Melbourne Avenue , FY7 8AY | 3out of 4 | 2,683 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield Science & Performing Arts College Belvedere Road , FY5 5DG | 3out of 4 | 2,791 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montgomery Academy All Hallows Road , Bispham FY2 0AZ | 2out of 4 | 3,279 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fleetwood High School Broadway , FY7 8HE | 2out of 4 | 3,639 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hodgson Academy Moorland Road , FY6 7EU | 4out of 4 | 5,389 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,766 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blackpool Sixth Form College Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LR | - not rated | 5,176 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Arley School Holly Road , FY5 4HH | 3out of 4 | 1,582 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton-Cleveleys Red Marsh School Holly Road , FY5 4HH | 4out of 4 | 1,626 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rossall School Broadway , FY7 8JW | - not rated | 2,066 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| McKee College House 73 Breck Road , FY6 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 4,776 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield School Fouldrey Avenue , FY6 7HE | 3out of 4 | 4,870 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linden Tree Tea Room | 31 Linden Avenue, Thornton Cleveleys | 573 yd | |
| Ben's Butty Bar | Unit 7 Cleveleys Business Centre, Dorset Avenue | 808 yd | |
| The Tramway | 167-169 Victoria Road West, Thornton Cleveleys | 865 yd | |
| Fish Loves Chips | Unit 2, 157 Victoria Road West | 865 yd | |
| Kays Kitchen | 52A Rossall Road, Thornton Cleveleys | 896 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLEVELEYS PARK CLUB | 2 West Drive, Thornton Cleveleys | 608 yd | |
| Victoria Hotel | 183 Victoria Road West, Thornton Cleveleys | 776 yd | |
| Masonic Hall/Park Club | Masonic Hall, 2B West Drive | 796 yd | |
| Wings Club | 135 Victoria Road West, Thornton Cleveleys | 932 yd | |
| J D WETHERSPOON PLC | The Jolly Tars, 154 - 158 Victoria Road West | 978 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emmas Sweet Treats | Unit 8 Cleveleys Business Centre, Dorset Avenue | 808 yd | |
| Lee Garden | 153 Victoria Road West, Thornton Cleveleys | 865 yd | |
| Corner Chippy | 15 Beach Road, Thornton Cleveleys | 871 yd | |
| Yummy House | 7 Beach Road, Thornton Cleveleys | 871 yd | |
| Habeebas | 54 Rossall Road, Thornton Cleveleys | 888 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAINSBURY'S | Unit 1 Sainsbury's, 157 Victoria Road West | 865 yd | |
| The Coop | 2 Poachers Way, Thornton Cleveleys | 873 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northfold Community Primary School RINGWAY | grass pitches | 624 yd |
| Apocalypse Boxing And Fitness Gym UNIT 20C UNIT 20C DORSET AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 840 yd |
| Royles Brook Primary School MARSH ROAD | grass pitches | 852 yd |
| Bourne Poacher Playing Fields (Closed) Fleetwood Road North | grass pitches | 1,037 yd |
| Manor Beach Primary School MANOR DRIVE | grass pitches | 1,040 yd |
| Bourne Way Playing Fields TALLINGTON CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,077 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% |
| Median download speed | 34.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 32.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 48.79 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 48.79 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 17.22 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.