Sheringham Avenue is in Thornton-Cleveleys and in Blackpool district. FY5 3AD is located in the Norbreck 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 Sheringham Avenue, Thornton-cleveleys, FY5 3AD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY5 3AQ, FY5 1SQ, FY5 1SB, FY5 3AA, FY5 3AF, FY5 1SE, FY5 3AE, FY5 1SD, FY2 0AE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around FY5 3AD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51% | 51.1% | 0.1% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 49% | 48.9% | -0.1% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 3AD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52% 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 | 21.6% | 24.8% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -13.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.7% | 52% | -6.7% | 44.2% | 7.8% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 9.9% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 11.9% | 5.3% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
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 | 36.9% | 32.7% | -4.2% | 48.4% | -15.7% |
| Good health | 31.3% | 38.6% | 7.3% | 33.6% | 5.0% |
| Fair health | 21.7% | 18.2% | -3.5% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 8% | 6.8% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 2.8% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.4% |
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 | 29.6% | 26.7% | -2.9% | 18.2% | 8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16% | 10.4% | -5.6% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 13.9% | -5.3% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.2% | 8.9% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 12.9% | 1.2% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.4% | 23.8% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -10.0% |
| Other | 2.8% | 3.5% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| White | 100% | 98.6% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 98.4% | 97.7% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.2% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 97.7% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 76.7% | 9.1% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.2% | 13.5% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.5% | 37.2% | -7.7% |
| Christian | 64.5% | 46.2% | 18.3% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sheringham Avenue was 143.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 106.6% higher than the Anchorsholme average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Sheringham Avenue has the 14th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Anchorsholme and the 190th highest crime rate of 490 local areas in Blackpool .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 62.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.9%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Sheringham Avenue, Thornton-Cleveleys, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2025-07-25 | £180,998 |
| 4 Sheringham Avenue, Thornton-Cleveleys, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-04-02 | £169,948 |
| 31 Sheringham Avenue, Thornton-Cleveleys, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £126,000 | 2024-02-16 | £137,431 |
| 24 Sheringham Avenue, Thornton-Cleveleys, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £137,000 | 2022-04-22 | £149,429 |
| 27 Sheringham Avenue, Thornton-Cleveleys, Blackpool Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,950 | 2021-12-17 | £153,964 |
FY5 3AD 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 3AD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 39% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 80 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Part-Time Employee | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Westcliff Primary Academy Crawford Avenue , Bispham FY2 9BY | 3out of 4 | 656 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westcliff Primary School Crawford Avenue , Bispham FY2 9BY | - not rated | 656 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's School Devonshire Road , Bispham FY2 0AJ | - not rated | 773 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St. Bernadette's Catholic Primary School Devonshire Road , Bispham FY2 0AJ | 3out of 4 | 773 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School Devonshire Road , Bispham FY2 0AJ | - not rated | 773 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery High School - A Language College and Full Service School All Hallows Road , Bispham FY2 0AZ | - not rated | 607 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montgomery Academy All Hallows Road , Bispham FY2 0AZ | 3out of 4 | 607 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bispham High School - An Arts College Bispham Road , FY2 0NH | - not rated | 2,226 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield Science & Performing Arts College Belvedere Road , FY5 5DG | 3out of 4 | 2,711 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Collegiate High School Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LS | - not rated | 3,281 yd | Foundation 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 | 3,031 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 | 819 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blackpool Sixth Form College Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LR | - not rated | 2,906 yd | Academy 16-19 converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blackpool Sixth Form College Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LR | - not rated | 2,906 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 | 2,998 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 | 2,178 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancashire Early Alternative Provision Robson Way , Norman House FY3 7PP | - not rated | 2,898 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Norman House Independent School Norman House , Robson Way FY3 7PP | - not rated | 2,926 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Langdale Preparatory School 95 Warbreck Drive , Bispham FY2 9RZ | - not rated | 2,940 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lancashire Alternative Provision 30 Mowbray Drive , FY3 7UN | - not rated | 3,079 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| BJFF Development Centre | Carr Road, Blackpool | 174 yd | |
| BJFF Crossbar Cafe | Blackpool Rangers, All Saints Road, Blackpool | 444 yd | |
| Crunchy | Unit 1, 50 All Hallows Road, Blackpool | 519 yd | |
| Red Lion | Hotel, Devonshire Road, Blackpool | 698 yd | |
| Picnic Box | 58 Norbreck Road, Blackpool | 758 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Eagle | Golden Eagle Hotel, Warren Drive, Blackpool | 813 yd | |
| Albion | 226 Red Bank Road, Blackpool | 1,042 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 243 Sandwich Bar | 243 Fleetwood Road, Blackpool | 592 yd | |
| Happy Gathering | 80 Norbreck Road, Blackpool | 758 yd | |
| Bella Gusto | Shop, 228 Fleetwood Road, Blackpool | 842 yd | |
| Surprise (Prev. Dragon Palace) | 234 Fleetwood Road, Blackpool | 842 yd | |
| Food 2 Go | Bispham Pharmacy, 2 Blackpool Road, Blackpool | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 50-52 Norbreck Road, Blackpool | 811 yd | |
| Tesco | 3 All Hallows Road, Blackpool | 883 yd | |
| Heron Foods | Rear Of, 216 Red Bank Road, Blackpool | 1,070 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Tee Time Golf & Footgolf Centre FLEETWOOD ROAD | golf | 255 yd |
| Blackpool Rufc FLEETWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 280 yd |
| Norbreck Bowling And Tennis Club CLOVELLY AVENUE | tennis courts | 304 yd |
| Whiteholme Recreation Ground WHITEHOLME PLAYING FIELDS ALL SAINTS ROAD WHITEHOLME PLAYING FIELDS ALL SAINTS ROAD ALL SAINTS ROAD | grass pitches | 349 yd |
| Fleetwood Road Recreation Ground WINGATE AVENUE | grass pitches | 440 yd |
| Montgomery High School ALL HALLOWS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 606 yd |
| St Bernadettes Catholic Primary School DEVONSHIRE ROAD | grass pitches | 769 yd |
| Bispham Body Senze (Closed) 13-17 13-17 All Hallows Road | health and fitness suite | 785 yd |
| Blackpool And The Fylde College (Bispham Campus) ASHFIELD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 819 yd |
| Spindles Health & Leisure (Blackpool) QUEENS PROMENADE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 820 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 | 93.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.9% |
| 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 | 44.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 97.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.