Croftway is in Thornton-Cleveleys and in Wyre district. FY5 5DL is located in the Marsh Mill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wyre and Preston North. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Croftway, Thornton-cleveleys, FY5 5DL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY5 5DQ, FY5 5DH, FY5 5BY, FY5 5DU, FY5 5DJ, FY5 5DD, FY5 5BZ, FY5 5DS, FY5 5DN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around FY5 5DL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.6% | 51.4% | -3.2% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 45.4% | 48.6% | 3.2% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 5DL there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57% 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 | 22.3% | 25.3% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -12.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.3% | 57% | 5.7% | 44.2% | 12.8% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 0.8% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 9.6% | -3.0% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 12.2% | 7.2% | -5.0% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
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% | 31.5% | -7.7% | 48.4% | -16.9% |
| Good health | 35.9% | 43.5% | 7.6% | 33.6% | 9.9% |
| Fair health | 17.2% | 15.6% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 7.2% | 1.7% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 | 23.1% | 15% | -8.1% | 18.2% | -3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 12.6% | 2.9% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 16.6% | 2.3% | 13.4% | 3.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 10.5% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 18.6% | 7.7% | 16.9% | 1.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.3% | 25.1% | -5.2% | 33.8% | -8.7% |
| Other | 5.5% | 1.6% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.3% | 99.3% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 97.1% 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 | 96.7% | 97.1% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 96% | 97.5% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 14.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.2% | 1.8% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.6% | 76.7% | 8.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.1% | 13.5% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.7% | 37.2% | -6.5% |
| Christian | 63.9% | 46.2% | 17.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Croftway was 26.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.5% lower than the Bourne average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Croftway has the 30th lowest crime rate of 90 local areas in Bourne and the 92nd lowest crime rate of 386 local areas in Wyre .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 264.9%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Croftway, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £146,000 | 2024-11-15 | £149,508 |
| 2 Croftway, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2018-02-27 | £189,004 |
| 6 Croftway, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £128,750 | 2016-03-31 | £183,442 |
| 8 Croftway, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £144,450 | 2010-03-08 | £204,955 |
| 8 Croftway, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,500 | 2007-10-17 | £176,568 |
FY5 5DL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 5DL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Full-Time Employee | 73 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thornton Cleveleys Baines Endowed Voluntary Controlled Primary School Station Road , FY5 5HY | 3out of 4 | 517 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanah Primary School Lambs Road , FY5 5JR | 3out of 4 | 1,040 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carleton Green Community Primary School Arundel Drive , Carleton FY6 7TF | 3out of 4 | 1,402 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Cleveleys Royles Brook Primary School Marsh Road , FY5 2TY | 3out of 4 | 1,417 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Thornton Cleveleys Heys Street , Thornton FY5 4HL | 3out of 4 | 1,527 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 | 465 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montgomery Academy All Hallows Road , Bispham FY2 0AZ | 2out of 4 | 2,803 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hodgson Academy Moorland Road , FY6 7EU | 4out of 4 | 3,090 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackpool Aspire Academy Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LS | 3out of 4 | 3,926 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Baines School Highcross Road , FY6 8BE | 2out of 4 | 4,013 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 | 1,874 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blackpool Sixth Form College Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LR | - not rated | 3,572 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 | 4,677 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 | 1,451 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton-Cleveleys Red Marsh School Holly Road , FY5 4HH | 4out of 4 | 1,511 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| McKee College House 73 Breck Road , FY6 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,519 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield School Fouldrey Avenue , FY6 7HE | 3out of 4 | 2,545 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Highfurlong School Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LS | 4out of 4 | 3,918 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albatross | 31 Victoria Road East, Thornton Cleveleys | 235 yd | |
| COSTELLOS | 27B Victoria Road East, Thornton Cleveleys | 235 yd | |
| Mimmos | 7 - 9 Victoria Road East, Thornton Cleveleys | 304 yd | |
| The Junction @ 1B | Unit 1B, Thornton Centre | 339 yd | |
| Topiary Coffee Shop Burnside Garden Centre | New Lane, Thornton Cleveleys | 842 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lounge | Unit 2, Thornton Centre | 339 yd | |
| THE ASHLEY CLUB | 68 Victoria Road East, Thornton Cleveleys | 372 yd | |
| The Bay Horse | Bay Horse, 1 Station Road | 539 yd | |
| Thornton Little Theatre | Victoria Road East, Thornton Cleveleys | 795 yd | |
| Tavern At The Mill | Marsh Mill Village, Thornton Cleveleys | 938 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thornton Fisheries | 11 Victoria Road East, Thornton Cleveleys | 308 yd | |
| The Clay Oven | Unit 1D, Thornton Centre | 339 yd | |
| Freddys Chicken And Pizza | Unit 1C, Thornton Centre | 339 yd | |
| Dragon Inn | 25 Beechwood Drive, Thornton Cleveleys | 368 yd | |
| Great Year Ex China Lodge | 69 Rossendale Avenue North, Thornton Cleveleys | 883 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE CO-OPERATIVE | Thornton Centre, Victoria Road East | 339 yd | |
| TESCO | Marsh Mill Village, Thornton Cleveleys | 938 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Millfield Science And Performing Arts College BELVEDERE ROAD | grass pitches | 386 yd |
| Baines Endowed Primary School SCHOOL ROAD | grass pitches | 427 yd |
| Ici (Closed) Victoria Road East | grass pitches | 561 yd |
| Hassra Sports Ground HASSRA PLAYING FIELD HASSRA PLAYING FIELD ANCHORSHOLME LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 888 yd |
| Stanah Primary School LAMBS ROAD | grass pitches | 958 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.