Rydal Avenue is in Poulton-Le-Fylde and in Wyre district. FY6 7DJ is located in the Tithebarn 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 Rydal Avenue, Poulton-le-fylde, FY6 7DJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY6 7DP, FY6 7DW, FY6 7SW, FY6 7DL, FY6 7DH, FY6 7DR, FY6 7SP, FY6 7ST, FY6 7SD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around FY6 7DJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.7% | 51.5% | -3.2% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 45.3% | 48.5% | 3.2% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 FY6 7DJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.6% 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 | 17.6% | 19.2% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -18.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62% | 58.6% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 14.4% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 1% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 4.9% | 8.6% | 3.7% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 12.7% | 12.7% | 0.0% | 6.1% | 6.6% |
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 | 39.9% | 44.9% | 5.0% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 32.9% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -0.7% |
| Fair health | 18% | 18.3% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 5.6% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 2.4% | -3.4% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 17.3% | 16.3% | -1.0% | 18.2% | -1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 10% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 12.1% | -5.2% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 7.3% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.8% | 17% | 2.2% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.6% | 34.3% | 4.7% | 33.8% | 0.5% |
| Other | 6% | 3.1% | -2.9% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.7% | 99.1% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.3% 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 | 97.4% | 97.3% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.1% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 97.1% | 97.6% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 14.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.4% | 76.7% | 13.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 20.7% | 37.2% | -16.5% |
| Christian | 74.9% | 46.2% | 28.7% |
| Not answered | 4.5% | 6.0% | -1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rydal Avenue was 19.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 66.0% lower than the Hardhorn with High Cross average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rydal Avenue has the 5th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Hardhorn with High Cross and the 56th lowest crime rate of 386 local areas in Wyre .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -61.2%.

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

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Rydal Avenue, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2025-05-06 | £360,000 |
| 18 Rydal Avenue, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £343,000 | 2024-05-07 | £371,971 |
| 10 Rydal Avenue, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2024-04-02 | £275,963 |
| Endways, 43 Rydal Avenue, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £371,500 | 2021-07-09 | £442,566 |
| 33 Rydal Avenue, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £402,000 | 2021-06-30 | £476,716 |
FY6 7DJ 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 FY6 7DJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 49% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 141 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poulton-le-Fylde St Chad's CofE Primary School Hardhorn Road , FY6 7SR | 4out of 4 | 390 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poulton-le-Fylde Carr Head Primary School Carr Head Lane , FY6 8JB | 3out of 4 | 861 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Primary School, Poulton-le-Fylde Breck Road , FY6 7HT | 4out of 4 | 1,282 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carleton St Hilda's Church of England Primary School Bispham Road , Carleton FY6 7PE | 3out of 4 | 1,295 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poulton-le-Fylde the Breck Primary School Fouldrey Avenue , FY6 7HE | 4out of 4 | 1,566 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baines School Highcross Road , FY6 8BE | 2out of 4 | 1,065 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hodgson Academy Moorland Road , FY6 7EU | 4out of 4 | 1,177 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackpool Aspire Academy Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LS | 3out of 4 | 1,637 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield Science & Performing Arts College Belvedere Road , FY5 5DG | 3out of 4 | 2,576 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Academy St Walburga's Road , FY3 7EQ | 3out of 4 | 2,802 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Blackpool Sixth Form College Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LR | - not rated | 1,526 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackpool and the Fylde College Ashfield Road , Bispham FY2 0HB | - not rated | 2,726 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 | 3,250 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| McKee College House 73 Breck Road , FY6 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 810 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield School Fouldrey Avenue , FY6 7HE | 3out of 4 | 1,554 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Highfurlong School Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LS | 4out of 4 | 1,646 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Arley School Holly Road , FY5 4HH | 3out of 4 | 4,389 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Tower Learning Centre 316 Church Street , FY1 3QE | - not rated | 4,442 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| JADE GARDEN RESTAURANT | 12B-12C Blackpool Old Road, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 181 yd | |
| Coffee Plus | Poulton Le Fylde Methodist Church, Queensway | 210 yd | |
| Thyme | Unit 20-21, Teanlowe Centre | 278 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 3B Village Walks, Queensway | 280 yd | |
| Loaf | 5 Market Place, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 312 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bull Hotel | 2 Blackpool Old Road, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 181 yd | |
| J D WETHERSPOON PLC (Poulton Elk) | 22 Hardhorn Road, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 229 yd | |
| Inns \& Leisure Ltd T/a Stocks \& Shilling | 23 Market Place, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 282 yd | |
| Brew And Bones | 7 Market Place, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 308 yd | |
| The Old Town Hall | Church Street, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 350 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Takeaway No 10 | Festival Hall, 10 Blackpool Old Road | 181 yd | |
| Cyprus Takeaway | 6A Blackpool Old Road, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 181 yd | |
| Seniors | 4 Queensway, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 279 yd | |
| Edwins | 1 Queens Square, Poulton-le-fylde | 320 yd | |
| Dominos Pizza | 3 - 5 Tithebarn Street, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 376 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Booths Poulton | Booths, Teanlowe Centre | 278 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Tithebarn Street, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 407 yd | |
| TESCO | 100A Garstang Road East, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 915 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Poulton-Le-Fylde St Chads C Of E Primary School HARDHORN ROAD | grass pitches | 290 yd |
| Cottam Hall BLACKPOOL OLD ROAD | grass pitches | 641 yd |
| Carr Head Primary School CARR HEAD LANE | grass pitches | 765 yd |
| Civic Centre WYRE CIVIC CENTRE WYRE CIVIC CENTRE BRECK ROAD | grass pitches | 842 yd |
| Fylde Cricket Club MOORLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 908 yd |
| Baines School HIGHCROSS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,033 yd |
| Hodgson Academy MOORLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 1,092 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 64.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.