Rowland Close is in Thornton-Cleveleys and in Wyre district. FY5 2QY is located in the Victoria & Norcross 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 Rowland Close, Thornton-cleveleys, FY5 2QY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY5 3PN, FY5 2TR, FY5 2TT, FY5 2TP, FY5 2QU, FY5 2TS, FY5 2QX, FY5 3QE, FY5 2HU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around FY5 2QY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 51.5% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 47.5% | 48.5% | 1.0% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 2QY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.4% 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 | 12.5% | 13.8% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -24.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.9% | 64.4% | -3.5% | 44.2% | 20.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 6.3% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 10% | 13.4% | 3.4% | 6.1% | 7.3% |
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 | 39.2% | 45.6% | 6.4% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 30.7% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -2.9% |
| Fair health | 18.3% | 15.2% | -3.1% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 8.1% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 4.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 0.4% | -3.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.6% | 15.5% | -9.1% | 18.2% | -2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 9.2% | -1.6% | 9.6% | -0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 17.2% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 3.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 6.3% | 0.5% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.9% | 18.4% | 5.5% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.1% | 31.8% | 4.7% | 33.8% | -2.0% |
| Other | 3.3% | 1.7% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.5% | 99.6% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 98.9% | 95.2% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.2% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 95.2% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.8% | 76.7% | 12.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.3% | 13.5% | -4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.4% | 37.2% | -9.8% |
| Christian | 70% | 46.2% | 23.8% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 1.9% | 6.0% | -4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rowland Close was 48.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 51.8% lower than the Bourne average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rowland Close has the 40th highest crime rate of 90 local areas in Bourne and the 192nd lowest crime rate of 386 local areas in Wyre .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Rowland Close, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2020-12-18 | £268,800 |
| 2 Rowland Close, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £55,500 | 1997-08-22 | £205,642 |
| 1 Rowland Close, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £50,000 | 1995-08-25 | £192,000 |
| 4 Rowland Close, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £60,000 | 1995-03-31 | £222,643 |
FY5 2QY 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 2QY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 55% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 131 |
| Full-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Other | 0 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornton Cleveleys Royles Brook Primary School Marsh Road , FY5 2TY | 3out of 4 | 562 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Anchorsholme Primary School Eastpines Drive , FY5 3RX | - not rated | 888 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Anchorsholme Primary Academy Eastpines Drive , FY5 3RX | - not rated | 888 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School St George's Avenue , FY5 3JW | 3out of 4 | 979 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School St George's Avenue , FY5 3JW | - not rated | 979 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millfield Science & Performing Arts College Belvedere Road , FY5 5DG | 3out of 4 | 1,983 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montgomery High School - A Language College and Full Service School All Hallows Road , Bispham FY2 0AZ | - not rated | 2,576 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montgomery Academy All Hallows Road , Bispham FY2 0AZ | 3out of 4 | 2,576 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Allen Catholic High School, Fleetwood Melbourne Avenue , FY7 8AY | 3out of 4 | 3,580 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bispham High School - An Arts College Bispham Road , FY2 0NH | - not rated | 4,029 yd | Community 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 | 4,910 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 | 1,929 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blackpool Sixth Form College Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LR | - not rated | 4,294 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blackpool Sixth Form College Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LR | - not rated | 4,294 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 | 4,899 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 | 1,236 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Arley School Holly Road , FY5 4HH | 3out of 4 | 1,387 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton-Cleveleys Red Marsh School Holly Road , FY5 4HH | 4out of 4 | 1,460 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Haven School Ringway , FY5 2NL | - not rated | 1,479 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Rossall School Broadway , FY7 8JW | - not rated | 2,965 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds Restaurants Ltd | Amounderness Way, Thornton Cleveleys | 306 yd | |
| FBKafe Thornton | Thornton Cleveleys Sports Centre, Victoria Road East | 403 yd | |
| Linden Tree Tea Room | 31 Linden Avenue, Thornton Cleveleys | 556 yd | |
| Vue Cinema | Unit C, Jubilee Leisure Park | 630 yd | |
| Michaels Restaurant | 108 Fleetwood Road North, Thornton Cleveleys | 814 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Hotel | 183 Victoria Road West, Thornton Cleveleys | 492 yd | |
| Tavern At The Mill | Marsh Mill Village, Thornton Cleveleys | 832 yd | |
| Thornton Little Theatre | Victoria Road East, Thornton Cleveleys | 856 yd | |
| Wings Club | 135 Victoria Road West, Thornton Cleveleys | 961 yd | |
| J D WETHERSPOON PLC | The Jolly Tars, 154 - 158 Victoria Road West | 968 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Time For Lunch | 78 Fleetwood Road North, Thornton Cleveleys | 814 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | 76 Fleetwood Road North, Thornton Cleveleys | 814 yd | |
| Lee Garden | 153 Victoria Road West, Thornton Cleveleys | 836 yd | |
| Eastpines Friary | 36 Eastpines Drive, Blackpool | 850 yd | |
| Lucky Star | 40 Eastpines Drive, Blackpool | 850 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Amounderness Way, Thornton Cleveleys | 306 yd | |
| TESCO | Marsh Mill Village, Thornton Cleveleys | 832 yd | |
| SAINSBURY'S | Unit 1 Sainsbury's, 157 Victoria Road West | 836 yd | |
| Co-op | 351 North Drive, Blackpool | 905 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ymca (Thornton) THORNTON CLEVELEYS SPORTS CENTRE THORNTON CLEVELEYS SPORTS CENTRE VICTORIA ROAD EAST | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 532 yd |
| Royles Brook Primary School MARSH ROAD | grass pitches | 561 yd |
| Wyre Football Club THORNTON-CLEVELEYS RUGBY UNION FOOTBALL CLUB THORNTON-CLEVELEYS RUGBY UNION FOOTBALL CLUB FLEETWOOD ROAD NORTH | grass pitches | 917 yd |
| Hassra Sports Ground HASSRA PLAYING FIELD HASSRA PLAYING FIELD ANCHORSHOLME LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 957 yd |
| Ici (Closed) Victoria Road East | grass pitches | 1,062 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.