The Croft is in Poulton-Le-Fylde and in Wyre district. FY6 8EE is located in the Hardhorn with High Cross 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 The Croft, Poulton-le-fylde, FY6 8EE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY6 8AS, FY6 8ED, FY6 8AY, FY6 8EA, FY6 8EF, FY6 8BH, FY6 8AX, FY6 8EB, FY6 8JB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding FY6 8EE has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 53.8% | 50% | -3.8% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 46.2% | 50% | 3.8% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 8EE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.9% 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 | 16.2% | 14.9% | -1.3% | 37.9% | -23.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 66.9% | 64.9% | -2.0% | 44.2% | 20.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 6.5% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 10% | 12.5% | 2.5% | 6.1% | 6.4% |
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 | 40% | 43.9% | 3.9% | 48.4% | -4.5% |
| Good health | 42.1% | 37.9% | -4.2% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 13% | 0.6% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 4.8% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 0.4% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 FY6 8EE this area, 9.7% 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 | 15% | 9.7% | -5.3% | 18.2% | -8.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 7.7% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.8% | 15.7% | -3.1% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 8.5% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 14.9% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.2% | 39.9% | 5.7% | 33.8% | 6.1% |
| Other | 5% | 3.6% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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 | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| White | 98.3% | 97% | -1.3% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 97.6% | 95.6% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.5% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 95.6% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.4% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.7% | 76.7% | 14.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 6.7% | 13.5% | -6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 21.6% | 37.2% | -15.6% |
| Christian | 75% | 46.2% | 28.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Croft was 7.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.9% lower than the Breck average. The most reported crime type was Drugs.
The Croft has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in Breck and the 10th 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 been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 The Croft, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-08-30 | £368,794 |
| 9 The Croft, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £482,500 | 2018-08-17 | £639,236 |
| 9 The Croft, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £386,500 | 2011-03-25 | £583,396 |
| 1 The Croft, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2008-12-01 | £436,800 |
| 5 The Croft, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2006-07-27 | £596,392 |
FY6 8EE 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 8EE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 119 |
| Full-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poulton-le-Fylde Carr Head Primary School Carr Head Lane , FY6 8JB | 3out of 4 | 380 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poulton-le-Fylde St Chad's CofE Primary School Hardhorn Road , FY6 7SR | 4out of 4 | 402 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Primary School, Poulton-le-Fylde Breck Road , FY6 7HT | 4out of 4 | 1,482 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Poulton-le-Fylde the Breck Primary School Fouldrey Avenue , FY6 7HE | 4out of 4 | 1,725 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 | 1,874 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 629 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hodgson Academy Moorland Road , FY6 7EU | 4out of 4 | 1,083 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackpool Aspire Academy Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LS | 3out of 4 | 1,768 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Academy St Walburga's Road , FY3 7EQ | 3out of 4 | 2,741 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millfield Science & Performing Arts College Belvedere Road , FY5 5DG | 3out of 4 | 3,074 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,783 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackpool and the Fylde College Ashfield Road , Bispham FY2 0HB | - not rated | 3,298 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 | 3,492 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 | 1,081 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield School Fouldrey Avenue , FY6 7HE | 3out of 4 | 1,680 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Highfurlong School Blackpool Old Road , FY3 7LS | 4out of 4 | 1,783 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tower Learning Centre 316 Church Street , FY1 3QE | - not rated | 4,420 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodlands School Whitegate Drive , FY3 9HF | 3out of 4 | 4,558 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Espanol | 4 Queens Square, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 604 yd | |
| Agora | 10 Queens Square, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 605 yd | |
| JADE GARDEN RESTAURANT | 12B-12C Blackpool Old Road, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 634 yd | |
| The Coffee Box & Bistro Limited | 1A Queens Square, Poulton-le-fylde | 641 yd | |
| D K Catering Ltd (POULTON MASONIC HALL) | 14 Market Place, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 661 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| J D WETHERSPOON PLC (Poulton Elk) | 22 Hardhorn Road, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 494 yd | |
| Inns \& Leisure Ltd T/a Stocks \& Shilling | 23 Market Place, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 624 yd | |
| Bull Hotel | 2 Blackpool Old Road, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 634 yd | |
| Brew And Bones | 7 Market Place, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 688 yd | |
| The Old Town Hall | Church Street, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 750 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delicious Chinese Takeaway | 11 Lower Green, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 548 yd | |
| Takeaway No 10 | Festival Hall, 10 Blackpool Old Road | 634 yd | |
| Cyprus Takeaway | 6A Blackpool Old Road, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 634 yd | |
| Edwins | 1 Queens Square, Poulton-le-fylde | 640 yd | |
| Subway | 100B Garstang Road East, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 673 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| TESCO | 100A Garstang Road East, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 673 yd | |
| Booths Poulton | Booths, Teanlowe Centre | 709 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Tithebarn Street, Poulton-Le-Fylde | 848 yd | |
| LIDL | Lidl, Clarke Street | 1,046 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carr Head Primary School CARR HEAD LANE | grass pitches | 284 yd |
| Poulton-Le-Fylde St Chads C Of E Primary School HARDHORN ROAD | grass pitches | 431 yd |
| Baines School HIGHCROSS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 646 yd |
| Gymetc. (Poulton Le Fylde) PREMIER WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 910 yd |
| Hodgson Academy MOORLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 1,036 yd |
| Fylde Cricket Club MOORLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 1,045 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.