Richards Way is in Lytham St. Annes and in Fylde district. FY8 3UZ is located in the Kilnhouse electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Fylde. This postcode has been in use since 1991-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Richards Way, Lytham St. Annes, FY8 3UZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY8 3BL, FY8 3LA, FY8 3BZ, FY8 3NA, FY8 3NH, FY8 3LE, FY8 3RD, FY8 3DA, FY8 3AX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding FY8 3UZ is primarily male, with 57.2% of the population 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 | 44.9% | 42.8% | -2.1% | 51.0% | -8.2% |
| Male | 55.1% | 57.2% | 2.1% | 49.0% | 8.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around FY8 3UZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.3% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.1% | 50.3% | 10.2% | 37.9% | 12.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.7% | 19.7% | -13.0% | 44.2% | -24.5% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 16.7% | 19.1% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 10.0% |
| Widowed | 8% | 8.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 2.2% |
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 | 41.5% | 33.9% | -7.6% | 48.4% | -14.5% |
| Good health | 29% | 41.7% | 12.7% | 33.6% | 8.1% |
| Fair health | 21.6% | 13.7% | -7.9% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 7.7% | 1.4% | 4.0% | 3.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 3% | 1.3% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.7% | 18.9% | -5.8% | 18.2% | 0.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 11.9% | 0.8% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.4% | 17.6% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 6.9% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 13.2% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -3.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.5% | 27.7% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -6.1% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.8% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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 | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.9% | 96.4% | -2.5% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
In this area, 94% 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 | 98.3% | 94% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 94% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -4.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 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 | 77.4% | 76.7% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 20.8% | 13.5% | 7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.7% | 37.2% | -1.5% |
| Christian | 58.3% | 46.2% | 12.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 2.4% | 6.0% | -3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Richards Way was 71.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.0% lower than the Ashton average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Richards Way has the 38th highest crime rate of 92 local areas in Ashton and the 96th highest crime rate of 272 local areas in Fylde .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -69.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Richards Way, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2021-10-06 | £522,436 |
| 6 Richards Way, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2021-09-22 | £419,008 |
| 2 Richards Way, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2015-09-23 | £471,628 |
| 3 Richards Way, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2013-12-11 | £317,799 |
| Holly Grove Richards Way, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £314,950 | 2013-12-02 | £465,538 |
| Full-Time Employee | 44 |
| Retired | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lytham St Annes Mayfield Primary School St Leonard's Road East , FY8 2HQ | 2out of 4 | 1,218 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Heyhouses Endowed Church of England Primary School Clarendon Road North , St Anne's FY8 3EE | 3out of 4 | 1,411 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackpool St Nicholas CofE Primary School School Road , Marton Moss FY4 5DS | 4out of 4 | 1,518 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School Common Edge Road , FY4 5DF | 3out of 4 | 1,808 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Roseacre Primary Academy Stonycroft Avenue , FY4 2PF | 3out of 4 | 1,989 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield Leadership Academy Highfield Road , FY4 3JZ | 1out of 4 | 2,264 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lytham St Annes High School Worsley Road , FY8 4DG | 3out of 4 | 3,413 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Shore Academy St Anne's Road , FY4 2AR | 2out of 4 | 3,433 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St George's School A Church of England Academy Cherry Tree Road , Marton FY4 4PH | 3out of 4 | 3,587 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Armfield Academy 488 Lytham Road , FY4 1TL | - not rated | 2,855 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red Rose School 28-30 North Promenade , St Annes on Sea FY8 2NQ | - not rated | 2,180 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Anne's College Grammar School 293 Clifton Drive South , FY8 1HN | - not rated | 2,533 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| AKS Lytham Clifton Drive South , FY8 1DT | - not rated | 3,664 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lotus School Langdale Road , FY4 4RR | - not rated | 4,150 yd | Free schools special | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Educational Diversity 278a Whitegate Drive , FY3 9JW | 3out of 4 | 4,550 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Annes Football Club | Blackpool Road North | 368 yd | |
| Funtastic Play | Snowdon Road | 774 yd | |
| Urban Burgers | Unit 3, Freedom House, Snowdon Road | 839 yd | |
| Subway | 90 Kilnhouse Lane | 863 yd | |
| Catch Fisheries | 105 Headroomgate Road | 875 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Annes Cricket Club (Bar) | St Annes Cricket Club, Vernon Road | 784 yd | |
| The Links Pub | The Links Hotel, Heeley Road | 951 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New City Chinese Takeaway | 5 Spring Gardens | 659 yd | |
| Rice n Noodle | 103 Headroomgate Road | 875 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 94-98 Kilnhouse Lane | 863 yd | |
| Co-operative | 99 Headroomgate Road | 875 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Blackpool Road North Playing Field Blackpool Road North | grass pitches | 250 yd |
| St Annes Cricket Club ST ANNES CRICKET CLUB ST ANNES CRICKET CLUB VERNON ROAD | grass pitches | 734 yd |
| St Annes Cc Football Pitch (Closed) | grass pitches | 977 yd |
| South Shore Cricket Squash & Rugby Club Common Edge Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts | 1,027 yd |
| Common Edge Road PLAYING FIELDS PLAYING FIELDS COMMON EDGE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,061 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.