Saxon Close is in Thornton-Cleveleys and in Wyre district. FY5 5DU 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 Saxon Close, Thornton-cleveleys, FY5 5DU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY5 5DH, FY5 5DQ, FY5 5DL, FY5 5DT, FY5 5HG, FY5 5DR, FY5 5BY, FY5 5DN, FY5 5DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around FY5 5DU 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 | 54.2% | 51.9% | -2.3% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 45.8% | 48.1% | 2.3% | 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 | 25.8% | 31.2% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -6.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.7% | 44.9% | -7.8% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 2.8% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 5.9% | 11.3% | 5.4% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 8.9% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 2.8% |
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 | 45.1% | 46.5% | 1.4% | 48.4% | -1.9% |
| Good health | 32.8% | 30.9% | -1.9% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 15.3% | 15.6% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 2.9% |
| Bad health | 6.2% | 5.6% | -0.6% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 | 27% | 22.5% | -4.5% | 18.2% | 4.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.5% | 10% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 11.6% | -2.9% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.8% | 2.1% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.7% | 18.1% | 6.4% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.7% | 28.5% | 0.8% | 33.8% | -5.3% |
| Other | 2% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.1% | 99% | 1.9% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 97.6% 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 | 95.8% | 97.6% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| European Union | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| 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 | 95.8% | 97.6% | 1.8% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.9% | 76.7% | 1.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 21.8% | 13.5% | 8.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.4% | 37.2% | -12.8% |
| Christian | 66.2% | 46.2% | 20.0% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Saxon Close was 17.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 83.6% lower than the Bourne average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Saxon Close has the 12th lowest crime rate of 90 local areas in Bourne and the 40th lowest crime rate of 386 local areas in Wyre .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 200.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Saxon Close, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2023-05-19 | £170,766 |
| 4 Saxon Close, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2021-11-29 | £136,672 |
| 2 Saxon Close, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £91,000 | 2012-08-08 | £131,097 |
| 4 Saxon Close, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £113,000 | 2006-04-13 | £149,725 |
| 3 Saxon Close, Thornton-Cleveleys, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £114,000 | 2005-11-03 | £155,764 |
FY5 5DU area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 22% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
FY5 5DU area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 5DU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 599 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanah Primary School Lambs Road , FY5 5JR | 3out of 4 | 1,116 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Cleveleys Royles Brook Primary School Marsh Road , FY5 2TY | 3out of 4 | 1,331 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carleton Green Community Primary School Arundel Drive , Carleton FY6 7TF | 3out of 4 | 1,447 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Thornton Cleveleys Heys Street , Thornton FY5 4HL | 3out of 4 | 1,475 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 | 560 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Montgomery Academy All Hallows Road , Bispham FY2 0AZ | 2out of 4 | 2,749 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hodgson Academy Moorland Road , FY6 7EU | 4out of 4 | 3,175 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackpool Aspire Academy Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LS | 3out of 4 | 3,947 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Baines School Highcross Road , FY6 8BE | 2out of 4 | 4,070 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 | 1,825 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blackpool Sixth Form College Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LR | - not rated | 3,589 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 | 4,662 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 | 1,410 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton-Cleveleys Red Marsh School Holly Road , FY5 4HH | 4out of 4 | 1,473 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| McKee College House 73 Breck Road , FY6 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,596 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield School Fouldrey Avenue , FY6 7HE | 3out of 4 | 2,638 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Highfurlong School Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LS | 4out of 4 | 3,940 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 | 238 yd | |
| COSTELLOS | 27B Victoria Road East, Thornton Cleveleys | 238 yd | |
| Mimmos | 7 - 9 Victoria Road East, Thornton Cleveleys | 369 yd | |
| The Junction @ 1B | Unit 1B, Thornton Centre | 393 yd | |
| Seniors At Marsh Mill | 91 Fleetwood Road North, Thornton Cleveleys | 776 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE ASHLEY CLUB | 68 Victoria Road East, Thornton Cleveleys | 293 yd | |
| The Lounge | Unit 2, Thornton Centre | 393 yd | |
| The Bay Horse | Bay Horse, 1 Station Road | 601 yd | |
| Thornton Little Theatre | Victoria Road East, Thornton Cleveleys | 699 yd | |
| Tavern At The Mill | Marsh Mill Village, Thornton Cleveleys | 851 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dragon Inn | 25 Beechwood Drive, Thornton Cleveleys | 360 yd | |
| Thornton Fisheries | 11 Victoria Road East, Thornton Cleveleys | 373 yd | |
| The Clay Oven | Unit 1D, Thornton Centre | 393 yd | |
| Freddys Chicken And Pizza | Unit 1C, Thornton Centre | 393 yd | |
| Great Year Ex China Lodge | 69 Rossendale Avenue North, Thornton Cleveleys | 839 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE CO-OPERATIVE | Thornton Centre, Victoria Road East | 393 yd | |
| TESCO | Marsh Mill Village, Thornton Cleveleys | 851 yd | |
| Spar Store | 157 - 161 Lawsons Road, Thornton Cleveleys | 1,069 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ici (Closed) Victoria Road East | grass pitches | 460 yd |
| Millfield Science And Performing Arts College BELVEDERE ROAD | grass pitches | 477 yd |
| Baines Endowed Primary School SCHOOL ROAD | grass pitches | 501 yd |
| Hassra Sports Ground HASSRA PLAYING FIELD HASSRA PLAYING FIELD ANCHORSHOLME LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts | 795 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 | 1,020 yd |
| Stanah Primary School LAMBS ROAD | grass pitches | 1,031 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.