Eskdale Avenue is in Fleetwood and in Wyre district. FY7 8LU is located in the Rossall electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Lancaster and Fleetwood. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Eskdale Avenue, Fleetwood, FY7 8LU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY7 8LX, FY7 8LT, FY7 8ND, FY7 8LN, FY7 8NG, FY7 8LL, FY7 8LS, FY7 8NE, FY7 8QW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around FY7 8LU is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.5% | 50.6% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 47.5% | 49.4% | 1.9% | 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 FY7 8LU there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.9% 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 | 17.3% | 22.8% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -15.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.6% | 53.9% | -6.7% | 44.2% | 9.7% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 10% | 10.5% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 10.4% | 11.4% | 1.0% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
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 | 36.4% | 40.5% | 4.1% | 48.4% | -7.9% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 35.2% | 2.6% | 33.6% | 1.6% |
| Fair health | 22.2% | 17% | -5.2% | 12.7% | 4.3% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 4% | -2.5% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 3.2% | 0.9% | 1.2% | 2.0% |
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 | 29.9% | 20.2% | -9.7% | 18.2% | 2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 13% | 2.2% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 12.1% | -5.2% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 8.1% | 5.5% | 5.3% | 2.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.8% | 17.9% | 10.1% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.5% | 24.7% | -0.8% | 33.8% | -9.1% |
| Other | 6.1% | 4% | -2.1% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.2% 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 | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.7% | 99.2% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
In this area, 98.8% 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 | 98.1% | 98.8% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 98.8% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 15.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -8.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.3% | 76.7% | 5.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.3% | 13.5% | 3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.9% | 37.2% | -3.3% |
| Christian | 61.3% | 46.2% | 15.1% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Eskdale Avenue was 112.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.0% higher than the Rossall average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Eskdale Avenue has the 10th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Rossall and the 99th highest crime rate of 386 local areas in Wyre .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -23.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% 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 Eskdale Avenue, Fleetwood, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £141,000 | 2019-12-02 | £180,982 |
| 6 Eskdale Avenue, Fleetwood, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2012-03-23 | £229,372 |
| 9 Eskdale Avenue, Fleetwood, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2011-12-22 | £184,323 |
| 11 Eskdale Avenue, Fleetwood, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £77,000 | 1999-11-10 | £252,618 |
| 15 Eskdale Avenue, Fleetwood, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £66,000 | 1999-03-30 | £222,136 |
FY7 8LU 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 FY7 8LU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Larkholme Primary School Windermere Avenue , FY7 8QB | 3out of 4 | 680 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fleetwood Flakefleet Primary School Northfleet Avenue , FY7 7ND | 3out of 4 | 847 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Charles Saer Community Primary School Grange Road , FY7 8DD | 3out of 4 | 904 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wulstan's and St Edmund's Catholic Primary School and Nursery Poulton Road , FY7 7JY | 2out of 4 | 1,372 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shakespeare Primary School Manor Road , FY7 7LL | 4out of 4 | 1,768 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fleetwood High School Broadway , FY7 8HE | 2out of 4 | 689 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Allen Catholic High School, Fleetwood Melbourne Avenue , FY7 8AY | 3out of 4 | 752 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rossall School Broadway , FY7 8JW | - not rated | 1,516 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thornton-Cleveleys Red Marsh School Holly Road , FY5 4HH | 4out of 4 | 4,231 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Arley School Holly Road , FY5 4HH | 3out of 4 | 4,250 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shac | Hesketh House, 200 - 220 Broadway | 346 yd | |
| Kev's Catering | 81 Melbourne Avenue, Fleetwood | 689 yd | |
| The Lantern Bistro | Lighthouse View, Chatsworth Avenue | 689 yd | |
| THE BOUNDARY FOOD BAR | The Boundary Food Bar, Fleetwoood Cricket \& Sports Club | 778 yd | |
| Munchies And Crunchies | 67A Lindel Road, Fleetwood | 1,094 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rossall Tavern | Larkholme Parade, Fleetwood | 220 yd | |
| Fleetwood RUFC Bar | 81 Melbourne Avenue, Fleetwood | 689 yd | |
| FLEETWOOD CRICKET AND SPORTS CLUB | Fleetwood Cricket And Sports Club, 484 Fleetwood Road | 778 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| AL MINAR TANDOORI TAKEAWAY | 26 Markesbury Shopping Centre, Larkholme Parade | 129 yd | |
| Wudz Sandwich Bar | 36 Markesbury Shopping Centre, Larkholme Parade | 160 yd | |
| Good Wok | 20 Markesbury Shopping Centre, Larkholme Parade | 160 yd | |
| Charcoal Grill | 114 Chatsworth Avenue, Fleetwood | 538 yd | |
| Peking House | 118 Chatsworth Avenue, Fleetwood | 555 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Food | 40 Markesbury Shopping Centre, Larkholme Parade | 160 yd | |
| TESCO | Hatfield Avenue, Fleetwood | 927 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fleetwood High School BROADWAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 353 yd |
| Fleetwood Rugby Club MELBOURNE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 587 yd |
| Larkholme Primary School WINDERMERE AVENUE | grass pitches | 622 yd |
| Cardinal Allen Catholic High School MELBOURNE AVENUE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 673 yd |
| Fleetwood Cricket Club FLEETWOOD ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts | 747 yd |
| Flakefleet Primary School NORTHFLEET AVENUE | grass pitches | 796 yd |
| King George'S Playing Fields (Broadwaters) KING GEORGE'S MEMORIAL PLAYING FIELD KING GEORGE'S MEMORIAL PLAYING FIELD FLEETWOOD ROAD | grass pitches | 919 yd |
| Charles Saer Community Primary School GRANGE ROAD | grass pitches | 931 yd |
| Charles Saer Community Primary School (Closed) Grange Road | grass pitches | 931 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.