Church Lane is in Hambleton, Poulton-Le-Fylde and in Wyre district. FY6 9BZ is located in the Hambleton & Stalmine 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 Church Lane, Hambleton, Poulton-le-fylde, FY6 9BZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY6 9EG, FY6 9EF, FY6 9DA, FY6 9AU, FY6 9AT, FY6 9AP, FY6 9EY, FY6 9AA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around FY6 9BZ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 51.8% | -0.8% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 47.4% | 48.2% | 0.8% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 9BZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.7% 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 | 23.3% | 23.3% | 0.0% | 37.9% | -14.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.1% | 53.7% | 0.6% | 44.2% | 9.5% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 9.5% | -2.7% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 11.3% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 5.2% |
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 | 44.7% | 42.9% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 35.1% | 35% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 1.4% |
| Fair health | 12% | 15.9% | 3.9% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 5.6% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 1.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 0.6% | -1.8% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 25% | 17.7% | -7.3% | 18.2% | -0.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 12% | 1.6% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 14.1% | -2.9% | 13.4% | 0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 7.1% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.2% | 16.3% | 4.1% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.8% | 30.7% | 1.9% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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 | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.5% | 99.4% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
In this area, 99.1% 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 | 99.1% | 99.1% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.1% | 99.1% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88% | 76.7% | 11.3% |
| No passport held | 12% | 13.5% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.3% | 37.2% | -7.9% |
| Christian | 64.5% | 46.2% | 18.3% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Church Lane was 109.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 124.5% higher than the Hambleton & Stalmine average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Church Lane has the 8th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Hambleton & Stalmine and the 105th highest crime rate of 386 local areas in Wyre .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 59.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Conifers Church Lane, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2024-12-19 | £432,475 |
| The Gables Church Lane, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £377,000 | 2024-04-10 | £407,992 |
| Antrim Church Lane, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2022-09-30 | £243,571 |
| Eskdale Church Lane, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £322,500 | 2021-09-17 | £373,913 |
| Rainbows End Church Lane, Poulton-Le-Fylde, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2021-08-10 | £572,342 |
FY6 9BZ 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 FY6 9BZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hambleton Primary Academy Church Lane , Hambleton FY6 9BZ | 4out of 4 | 261 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanah Primary School Lambs Road , FY5 5JR | 3out of 4 | 2,972 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stalmine Primary School Mill Lane , Stalmine FY6 0LR | 3out of 4 | 3,095 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Poulton-le-Fylde the Breck Primary School Fouldrey Avenue , FY6 7HE | 4out of 4 | 3,297 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton Cleveleys Baines Endowed Voluntary Controlled Primary School Station Road , FY5 5HY | 3out of 4 | 3,472 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 3,728 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hodgson Academy Moorland Road , FY6 7EU | 4out of 4 | 3,898 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Aidan's Church of England High School Cartgate , Preesall FY6 0NP | 3out of 4 | 5,139 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brookfield School Fouldrey Avenue , FY6 7HE | 3out of 4 | 3,317 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| McKee College House 73 Breck Road , FY6 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 4,055 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton-Cleveleys Red Marsh School Holly Road , FY5 4HH | 4out of 4 | 4,063 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Arley School Holly Road , FY5 4HH | 3out of 4 | 4,099 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyre Cafe | Unit C2, Bank View Industrial Estate | 740 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hambleton Sports And Social Club | 29 Church Lane, Hambleton | 93 yd | |
| Shovels Inn | Green Meadow Lane, Hambleton | 702 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyre Pizza And Kebab House | Unit C, Bank View Industrial Estate | 740 yd | |
| Sylvias Fish And Chips | Unit A, Bank View Industrial Estate | 1,013 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hambleton Primary Academy CHURCH LANE | grass pitches | 168 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 | 87.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 87.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 87.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 87.9% |
| 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 | 12.1% |
| Median download speed | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 151.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.