Heys Street is in Thornton-Cleveleys and in Wyre district. FY5 4HL is located in the Bourne 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 Heys Street, Thornton-cleveleys, FY5 4HL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY5 4HW, FY5 4JU, FY5 4LA, FY5 4FU, FY5 4BT, FY5 4HS, FY5 4GY, FY5 4PS, FY5 2TJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around FY5 4HL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 58.8% | 51.9% | -6.9% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 41.2% | 48.1% | 6.9% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 30.6% | 34.6% | 4.0% | 37.9% | -3.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.9% | 44.9% | -2.0% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 1% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 11.7% | 3.6% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 6.8% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 44.6% | 44.9% | 0.3% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 32.6% | -3.2% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 17.4% | 2.0% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.8% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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.
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 22.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.8% | 22% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 8.3% | -7.0% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.6% | 17.1% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.9% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.5% | 22% | 11.5% | 16.9% | 5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.1% | 22.4% | 2.3% | 33.8% | -11.4% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.1% | 97.4% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Other | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.9% 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 | 96.5% | 97.9% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.8% | 98.3% | 2.5% | 83.2% | 15.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 9.8% | -8.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.2% | 76.7% | 11.5% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.4% | 13.5% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 53.2% | 46.2% | 7.0% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heys Street was 24.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.1% lower than the Bourne average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heys Street has the 23rd lowest crime rate of 90 local areas in Bourne and the 75th lowest crime rate of 386 local areas in Wyre .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -70.0%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mad Hatters Heys Street, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2017-12-18 | £329,178 |
FY5 4HL 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 | 73 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Thornton Cleveleys Heys Street , Thornton FY5 4HL | 3out of 4 | 52 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Primary School Heys Street , FY5 4JP | 3out of 4 | 322 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Cleveleys Royles Brook Primary School Marsh Road , FY5 2TY | 3out of 4 | 697 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Cleveleys Baines Endowed Voluntary Controlled Primary School Station Road , FY5 5HY | 3out of 4 | 1,611 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Northfold Community Primary School Ringway , FY5 2NL | 3out of 4 | 1,717 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 | 1,974 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Allen Catholic High School, Fleetwood Melbourne Avenue , FY7 8AY | 3out of 4 | 3,297 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montgomery Academy All Hallows Road , Bispham FY2 0AZ | 2out of 4 | 3,719 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fleetwood High School Broadway , FY7 8HE | 2out of 4 | 4,104 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hodgson Academy Moorland Road , FY6 7EU | 4out of 4 | 4,581 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 | 2,930 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blackpool Sixth Form College Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LR | - not rated | 5,048 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | 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 | 234 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton-Cleveleys Red Marsh School Holly Road , FY5 4HH | 4out of 4 | 265 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rossall School Broadway , FY7 8JW | - not rated | 3,091 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield School Fouldrey Avenue , FY6 7HE | 3out of 4 | 3,965 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| McKee College House 73 Breck Road , FY6 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 4,060 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tea And Tumbles | Heys Street, Thornton Cleveleys | 2 yd | |
| Pizza Calcio | Poolfoot Farm, Butts Road | 372 yd | |
| Cozy Corner Cafe | 1 Butts Road, Thornton Cleveleys | 492 yd | |
| Michaels Restaurant | 108 Fleetwood Road North, Thornton Cleveleys | 723 yd | |
| Vue Cinema | Unit C, Jubilee Leisure Park | 750 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SANDYFORTH ARMS | Trunnah Road, Thornton Cleveleys | 275 yd | |
| Gardeners Arms | 118 Fleetwood Road North, Thornton Cleveleys | 482 yd | |
| Thornton Cleveleys Football Club | Gamble Road, Thornton Cleveleys | 719 yd | |
| Tavern At The Mill | Marsh Mill Village, Thornton Cleveleys | 851 yd | |
| Thornton Little Theatre | Victoria Road East, Thornton Cleveleys | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brunches Cafe | 4 Brookside, Thornton Cleveleys | 283 yd | |
| Zabb Thai Takeaway | 128 Fleetwood Road North, Thornton Cleveleys | 482 yd | |
| Golden Wok | 171 Lawsons Road, Thornton Cleveleys | 494 yd | |
| Pizzeria | 167 Lawsons Road, Thornton Cleveleys | 494 yd | |
| @ Street Eatery | 163 Lawsons Road, Thornton Cleveleys | 494 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar Store | 157 - 161 Lawsons Road, Thornton Cleveleys | 494 yd | |
| The Coop | 2 Poachers Way, Thornton Cleveleys | 775 yd | |
| TESCO | Marsh Mill Village, Thornton Cleveleys | 851 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School HEYS STREET | grass pitches | 67 yd |
| Thornton Primary School HEYS STREET | grass pitches | 256 yd |
| Fleetwood Town Fc Training Complex BUTTS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 425 yd |
| Wyre Football Club THORNTON-CLEVELEYS RUGBY UNION FOOTBALL CLUB THORNTON-CLEVELEYS RUGBY UNION FOOTBALL CLUB FLEETWOOD ROAD NORTH | grass pitches | 449 yd |
| Gamble Road Recreation Ground GAMBLE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 643 yd |
| Royles Brook Primary School MARSH ROAD | grass pitches | 766 yd |
| Bourne Poacher Playing Fields (Closed) Fleetwood Road North | grass pitches | 809 yd |
| Thornton Cleveleys Football Club BOURNE ROAD | grass pitches | 918 yd |
| Bourne Way Playing Fields TALLINGTON CLOSE | grass pitches | 1,012 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 | 1,052 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.