The Hermitage is in Thornton-Cleveleys and in Wyre district. FY5 2TH 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 1991-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Hermitage, Thornton-cleveleys, FY5 2TH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY5 2RA, FY5 2QZ, FY5 2QU, FY5 2QX, FY5 2QN, FY5 2QT, FY5 2HU, FY5 2TL, FY5 2QS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around FY5 2TH 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 2TH 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 The Hermitage was 18.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.2% lower than the Bourne average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Hermitage has the 13th lowest crime rate of 90 local areas in Bourne and the 46th lowest crime rate of 386 local areas in Wyre .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -74.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 The Hermitage, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £745,000 | 2022-11-17 | £761,849 |
| 30 The Hermitage, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2021-05-28 | £503,795 |
| 5 The Hermitage, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2019-03-22 | £532,124 |
| 16 The Hermitage, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2019-02-08 | £492,987 |
| 23 The Hermitage, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £380,000 | 2018-08-23 | £503,439 |
FY5 2TH 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 2TH 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 | 689 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Teresa's Catholic Primary School St George's Avenue , FY5 3JW | 3out of 4 | 858 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northfold Community Primary School Ringway , FY5 2NL | 3out of 4 | 1,092 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Anchorsholme Primary Academy Eastpines Drive , FY5 3RX | 3out of 4 | 1,095 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Cleveleys Manor Beach Primary School Manor Drive , FY5 1EU | 3out of 4 | 1,211 yd | Community 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 | 2,352 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montgomery Academy All Hallows Road , Bispham FY2 0AZ | 2out of 4 | 2,780 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Allen Catholic High School, Fleetwood Melbourne Avenue , FY7 8AY | 3out of 4 | 3,236 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fleetwood High School Broadway , FY7 8HE | 2out of 4 | 4,190 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hodgson Academy Moorland Road , FY6 7EU | 4out of 4 | 4,904 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 | 2,221 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blackpool Sixth Form College Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LR | - not rated | 4,624 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 | 5,143 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 1,503 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton-Cleveleys Red Marsh School Holly Road , FY5 4HH | 4out of 4 | 1,567 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rossall School Broadway , FY7 8JW | - not rated | 2,586 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| McKee College House 73 Breck Road , FY6 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 4,276 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield School Fouldrey Avenue , FY6 7HE | 3out of 4 | 4,416 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 | 435 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurants Ltd | Amounderness Way, Thornton Cleveleys | 563 yd | |
| FBKafe Thornton | Thornton Cleveleys Sports Centre, Victoria Road East | 678 yd | |
| The Tramway | 167-169 Victoria Road West, Thornton Cleveleys | 687 yd | |
| Fish Loves Chips | Unit 2, 157 Victoria Road West | 687 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Victoria Hotel | 183 Victoria Road West, Thornton Cleveleys | 398 yd | |
| CLEVELEYS PARK CLUB | 2 West Drive, Thornton Cleveleys | 772 yd | |
| Wings Club | 135 Victoria Road West, Thornton Cleveleys | 805 yd | |
| J D WETHERSPOON PLC | The Jolly Tars, 154 - 158 Victoria Road West | 827 yd | |
| Masonic Hall/Park Club | Masonic Hall, 2B West Drive | 971 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Garden | 153 Victoria Road West, Thornton Cleveleys | 687 yd | |
| Papa Johns Pizza | 117 Victoria Road West, Thornton Cleveleys | 805 yd | |
| Lili Italia | 127 Victoria Road West, Thornton Cleveleys | 805 yd | |
| Smash It | 111 Victoria Road West, Thornton Cleveleys | 805 yd | |
| TARIQS CHILLI HUT | 172 Victoria Road West, Thornton Cleveleys | 827 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Amounderness Way, Thornton Cleveleys | 563 yd | |
| SAINSBURY'S | Unit 1 Sainsbury's, 157 Victoria Road West | 687 yd | |
| Co-op | 351 North Drive, Blackpool | 1,005 yd | |
| TESCO | Marsh Mill Village, Thornton Cleveleys | 1,032 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Royles Brook Primary School MARSH ROAD | grass pitches | 593 yd |
| Ymca (Thornton) THORNTON CLEVELEYS SPORTS CENTRE THORNTON CLEVELEYS SPORTS CENTRE VICTORIA ROAD EAST | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 776 yd |
| Wyre Football Club THORNTON-CLEVELEYS RUGBY UNION FOOTBALL CLUB THORNTON-CLEVELEYS RUGBY UNION FOOTBALL CLUB FLEETWOOD ROAD NORTH | grass pitches | 986 yd |
| Fitness Emporium 75A 75A VICTORIA ROAD WEST | health and fitness suite | 1,080 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 | 59.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 57.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 77.55 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 77.55 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.