Craven Corner is in Thornton-Cleveleys and in Wyre district. FY5 3RW 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 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Craven Corner, Thornton-cleveleys, FY5 3RW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY5 3QJ, FY5 3FZ, FY5 3RP, FY5 3RR, FY5 3UH, FY5 3QQ, FY5 3LE, FY5 3UD, FY5 3QA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding FY5 3RW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.9% | 49.7% | -0.2% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 50.1% | 50.3% | 0.2% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 3RW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.2% 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 | 26.9% | 28.2% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.8% | 60.2% | 0.4% | 44.2% | 16.0% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 10% | 7.5% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -1.6% |
| Widowed | 2% | 3.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.7%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 58.6% | 59.5% | 0.9% | 48.4% | 11.1% |
| Good health | 31.6% | 28.2% | -3.4% | 33.6% | -5.4% |
| Fair health | 7% | 9.2% | 2.2% | 12.7% | -3.5% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
In the area around FY5 3RW this area, 8.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.6% | 8.8% | 1.2% | 18.2% | -9.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.3% | 6.8% | -11.5% | 9.6% | -2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.6% | 17% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 3.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 4.8% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 25.5% | 10.9% | 16.9% | 8.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.2% | 36.1% | 2.9% | 33.8% | 2.3% |
| Other | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.7% | 96.3% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 97.5% | 95.8% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 95.8% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.7% | 3.7% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93% | 76.7% | 16.3% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.6% | 13.5% | -7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.1% | 37.2% | -11.1% |
| Christian | 66.3% | 46.2% | 20.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Craven Corner was 48.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 54.0% lower than the Bourne average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Craven Corner has the 42nd highest crime rate of 90 local areas in Bourne and the 175th lowest crime rate of 386 local areas in Wyre .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.6%.

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 Craven Corner, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £178,000 | 2018-09-07 | £237,333 |
| 1 Craven Corner, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £199,950 | 2012-08-20 | £299,206 |
| 1 Craven Corner, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £205,950 | 2006-11-23 | £276,015 |
| 4 Craven Corner, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £221,000 | 2006-09-29 | £297,335 |
| 2 Craven Corner, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £186,000 | 2006-09-29 | £250,246 |
FY5 3RW 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 119 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 29 |
| Education | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kincraig Primary School Kincraig Road , FY2 0HN | 3out of 4 | 627 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Anchorsholme Primary Academy Eastpines Drive , FY5 3RX | 3out of 4 | 977 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carleton Green Community Primary School Arundel Drive , Carleton FY6 7TF | 3out of 4 | 1,396 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carleton St Hilda's Church of England Primary School Bispham Road , Carleton FY6 7PE | 3out of 4 | 1,461 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School Devonshire Road , Bispham FY2 0AJ | 3out of 4 | 1,552 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery Academy All Hallows Road , Bispham FY2 0AZ | 2out of 4 | 1,341 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield Science & Performing Arts College Belvedere Road , FY5 5DG | 3out of 4 | 1,622 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackpool Aspire Academy Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LS | 3out of 4 | 3,081 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hodgson Academy Moorland Road , FY6 7EU | 4out of 4 | 3,418 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Baines School Highcross Road , FY6 8BE | 2out of 4 | 3,702 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 423 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blackpool Sixth Form College Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LR | - not rated | 2,691 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 | 3,397 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 | 2,528 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton-Cleveleys Red Marsh School Holly Road , FY5 4HH | 4out of 4 | 2,606 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| McKee College House 73 Breck Road , FY6 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,735 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfurlong School Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LS | 4out of 4 | 3,067 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield School Fouldrey Avenue , FY6 7HE | 3out of 4 | 3,137 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Independent Living | Warren Manor, Warren Drive, Blackpool | 890 yd | |
| Staff Canteen | Unit 5, Darwin Court, Blackpool | 944 yd | |
| BJFF Crossbar Cafe | Blackpool Rangers, All Saints Road, Blackpool | 992 yd | |
| Topiary Coffee Shop Burnside Garden Centre | New Lane, Thornton Cleveleys | 1,059 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Eagle | Golden Eagle Hotel, Warren Drive, Blackpool | 764 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastpines Friary | 36 Eastpines Drive, Blackpool | 1,064 yd | |
| Lucky Star | 40 Eastpines Drive, Blackpool | 1,064 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blackpool And The Fylde College (Bispham Campus) ASHFIELD ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 476 yd |
| Kincraig Primary School KINCRAIG ROAD | grass pitches | 636 yd |
| Hassra Sports Ground HASSRA PLAYING FIELD HASSRA PLAYING FIELD ANCHORSHOLME LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 884 yd |
| Whiteholme Recreation Ground WHITEHOLME PLAYING FIELDS ALL SAINTS ROAD WHITEHOLME PLAYING FIELDS ALL SAINTS ROAD ALL SAINTS ROAD | grass pitches | 979 yd |
| Tee Time Golf & Footgolf Centre FLEETWOOD ROAD | golf | 1,035 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.