North Drive is in Thornton-Cleveleys and in Wyre district. FY5 2QD 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 North Drive, Thornton-cleveleys, FY5 2QD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY5 2QH, FY5 2JZ, FY5 2NT, FY5 2LG, FY5 2QG, FY5 2LH, FY5 2LQ, FY5 2PT, FY5 2NW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around FY5 2QD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48% | 50.8% | 2.8% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 52% | 49.2% | -2.8% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 21.8% | 24.7% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -13.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.9% | 43.5% | -2.4% | 44.2% | -0.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 2.4% | 0.6% | -1.8% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 4.1% | 2.9% | -1.2% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.1% | 11.8% | 4.7% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 18.8% | 16.5% | -2.3% | 6.1% | 10.4% |
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 (66%) 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 | 21.2% | 29.3% | 8.1% | 48.4% | -19.1% |
| Good health | 43% | 36.7% | -6.3% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 21.2% | 24.5% | 3.3% | 12.7% | 11.8% |
| Bad health | 10.1% | 7.4% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 4.5% | 2.1% | -2.4% | 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.
In the area around FY5 2QD this area, 32.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 15.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.8% | 32.9% | -8.9% | 18.2% | 14.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 9.4% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 12.9% | 0.0% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 10% | 11.8% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 6.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 12.9% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.6% | 15.9% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -17.9% |
| Other | 5.9% | 4.1% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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 | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.8% | 98.4% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 96.6% | 95.7% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 95.7% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 4.3% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.9% | 76.7% | -1.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| No passport held | 24.6% | 13.5% | 11.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.8% | 37.2% | -9.4% |
| Christian | 65.8% | 46.2% | 19.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around North Drive was 86.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 17.8% lower than the Bourne average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
North Drive has the 21st highest crime rate of 90 local areas in Bourne and the 128th highest crime rate of 386 local areas in Wyre .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 46.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 148.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 656 North Drive, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2025-01-31 | £185,362 |
| 660 North Drive, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,950 | 2022-05-13 | £180,539 |
| 662 North Drive, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-02-28 | £182,481 |
| 658 North Drive, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £193,600 | 2021-11-10 | £215,041 |
| 658 North Drive, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £107,500 | 2021-04-30 | £127,875 |
FY5 2QD 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 2QD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 58% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 98 |
| Full-Time Employee | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northfold Community Primary School Ringway , FY5 2NL | 3out of 4 | 251 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Cleveleys Manor Beach Primary School Manor Drive , FY5 1EU | 3out of 4 | 1,046 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Cleveleys Royles Brook Primary School Marsh Road , FY5 2TY | 3out of 4 | 1,476 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Thornton Cleveleys Heys Street , Thornton FY5 4HL | 3out of 4 | 1,683 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School St George's Avenue , FY5 3JW | 3out of 4 | 1,746 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 | 2,006 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fleetwood High School Broadway , FY7 8HE | 2out of 4 | 2,961 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield Science & Performing Arts College Belvedere Road , FY5 5DG | 3out of 4 | 3,353 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montgomery Academy All Hallows Road , Bispham FY2 0AZ | 2out of 4 | 3,926 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,443 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rossall School Broadway , FY7 8JW | - not rated | 1,488 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Arley School Holly Road , FY5 4HH | 3out of 4 | 1,870 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton-Cleveleys Red Marsh School Holly Road , FY5 4HH | 4out of 4 | 1,887 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| McKee College House 73 Breck Road , FY6 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 5,386 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield School Fouldrey Avenue , FY6 7HE | 3out of 4 | 5,430 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ben's Butty Bar | Unit 7 Cleveleys Business Centre, Dorset Avenue | 765 yd | |
| Kays Kitchen | 52A Rossall Road, Thornton Cleveleys | 950 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CLEVELEYS PARK CLUB | 2 West Drive, Thornton Cleveleys | 991 yd | |
| Hickorys Smokehouse | Fleetwood Road North, Thornton Cleveleys | 1,022 yd | |
| Masonic Hall/Park Club | Masonic Hall, 2B West Drive | 1,077 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emmas Sweet Treats | Unit 8 Cleveleys Business Centre, Dorset Avenue | 765 yd | |
| Habeebas | 54 Rossall Road, Thornton Cleveleys | 950 yd | |
| Thornton Gate Fish And Chip Bar | 60 Rossall Road, Thornton Cleveleys | 950 yd | |
| Maxim House | 56 Rossall Road, Thornton Cleveleys | 950 yd | |
| Corner Chippy | 15 Beach Road, Thornton Cleveleys | 1,036 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coop | 2 Poachers Way, Thornton Cleveleys | 897 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Northfold Community Primary School RINGWAY | grass pitches | 310 yd |
| Apocalypse Boxing And Fitness Gym UNIT 20C UNIT 20C DORSET AVENUE | health and fitness suite | 718 yd |
| Bourne Way Playing Fields TALLINGTON CLOSE | grass pitches | 874 yd |
| Bourne Poacher Playing Fields (Closed) Fleetwood Road North | grass pitches | 971 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 | 40.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.88 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.88 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.