Rear Woodlands Road is in Lytham St Annes and in Fylde district. FY8 4SE is located in the Ansdell & Fairhaven electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Fylde. This postcode has been in use since 2017-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rear Woodlands Road, Lytham St Annes, FY8 4SE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY8 4EA, FY8 4EU, FY8 4EB, FY8 4ER, FY8 4ES, FY8 1XU, FY8 4EX, FY8 4ET, FY8 4DJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding FY8 4SE has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.3% of the population being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.2% | 57.3% | 7.1% | 51.0% | 6.3% |
| Male | 49.8% | 42.7% | -7.1% | 49.0% | -6.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.9% | 28.3% | -1.6% | 37.9% | -9.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.3% | 40.5% | 1.2% | 44.2% | -3.7% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 14.1% | 4.6% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 18.9% | 15.6% | -3.3% | 6.1% | 9.5% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.6% | 38.8% | 0.2% | 48.4% | -9.6% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 30.4% | -1.0% | 33.6% | -3.2% |
| Fair health | 22% | 22.3% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 9.6% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 6.7% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 2.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.0% | 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 | 21.9% | 19.3% | -2.6% | 18.2% | 1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7% | 6.9% | -0.1% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.4% | 16.8% | 0.4% | 13.4% | 3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4% | 9.4% | 5.4% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 12.9% | 2.0% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.3% | 32.7% | 0.4% | 33.8% | -1.1% |
| Other | 7.5% | 2% | -5.5% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 96.9% | 96.9% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 91.7% 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 | 91.9% | 91.7% | -0.2% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 3.9% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| British Overseas | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.5% | 91.7% | 0.2% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.1% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 0.9% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0.4% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.6% | 76.7% | 0.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18% | 13.5% | 4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.1% | 37.2% | -2.1% |
| Christian | 58.8% | 46.2% | 12.6% |
| Jewish | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rear Woodlands Road was 16.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.8% lower than the Ansdell & Fairhaven average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Rear Woodlands Road has the 14th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Ansdell & Fairhaven and the 30th lowest crime rate of 269 local areas in Fylde .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -84.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 56 Rear Woodlands Road, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £20,000 | 1999-09-30 | £57,445 |
FY8 4SE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 FY8 4SE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 85 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ansdell Primary School Lansdowne Road , Ansdell FY8 4DR | 3out of 4 | 480 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lytham Hall Park Primary School South Park , Lytham FY8 4QU | 4out of 4 | 1,341 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton Primary School Clitheroe Road , Ansdell FY8 3PY | 3out of 4 | 1,438 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Annes on Sea St Thomas' Church of England Primary School St Thomas' Road , St Anne's FY8 1JN | 3out of 4 | 2,277 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School Kenilworth Road , FY8 1LB | 4out of 4 | 2,280 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lytham St Annes High School Albany Road , FY8 4GW | - not rated | 750 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lytham St Annes High School Albany Road , FY8 4GW | 3out of 4 | 750 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic High School, Lytham Talbot Road , Lytham FY8 4JL | - not rated | 2,660 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AKS Lytham Clifton Drive South , FY8 1DT | - not rated | 1,328 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Queen Mary School Lytham , FY8 1DS | - not rated | 1,400 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Girls | More About School |
| Lawrence House School Beauclerk Road , St Anne's FY8 3LJ | - not rated | 2,059 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Anne's College Grammar School 293 Clifton Drive South , FY8 1HN | - not rated | 2,710 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton Tutorial Centre 70 Orchard Road , St Anne's-on-Sea FY8 1PJ | - not rated | 2,713 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yum Yum's Cafe | 39 Woodlands Road | 129 yd | |
| Craft and Common | 45 Woodlands Road | 153 yd | |
| Eighty Eight Chinese Restaurant | 88 Woodlands Road | 199 yd | |
| Fairhaven Methodist Church | Fairhaven Methodist Church, Clifton Drive | 341 yd | |
| Lakeside | Fairhaven Lake Cafe, Inner Promenade | 801 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1909 Cafe and Bar | Ansdell Institute, Woodlands Road | 2 yd | |
| Lytham Bridge Club | 4a Pembroke Road | 258 yd | |
| The Blossoms | The Blossoms Hotel, 1-3 Woodlands Road | 279 yd | |
| Fairhaven/Chik Box/K-Town Chicken/ Locked and Loaded | Fairhaven, 1 Marine Drive | 398 yd | |
| Fairhaven Golf Club Ltd | Fairhaven Golf Club, Oakwood Avenue | 620 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foodfest | 48 Woodlands Road | 2 yd | |
| Dominos | 53 Woodlands Road | 199 yd | |
| Ansdell Fisherie | 30 Woodlands Road | 279 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group Food Limited | 38-40 Woodlands Road | 129 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fylde Rufc BLACKPOOL ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 413 yd |
| Fairhaven Golf Club OAKWOOD AVENUE | golf | 620 yd |
| Ansdell Ymca Arena WORSLEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 752 yd |
| Lytham Football Pitch (Closed) Cambridge Road | grass pitches | 765 yd |
| Fairhaven Lawn Tennis Club FAIRHAVEN LAKE AND GARDENS FAIRHAVEN LAKE AND GARDENS INNER PROMENADE | tennis courts | 818 yd |
| Lytham Sixth Form College (Closed) CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 1,033 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.