Nelson Street is in Lytham St. Annes and in Fylde district. FY8 5DA is located in the Lytham East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Fylde. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nelson Street, Lytham St. Annes, FY8 5DA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY8 5AN, FY8 5BL, FY8 5BU, FY8 5BZ, FY8 5AA, FY8 5DB, FY8 5BS, FY8 5BT, FY8 5DD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding FY8 5DA is primarily male, with 53.4% 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 | 48.3% | 46.6% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -4.4% |
| Male | 51.7% | 53.4% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 4.4% |
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 | 28% | 35% | 7.0% | 37.9% | -2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56.4% | 49.1% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 4.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 6.5% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 6.5% | 0.3% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 53.3% | 54.6% | 1.3% | 48.4% | 6.2% |
| Good health | 35.5% | 32.3% | -3.2% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 9.3% | 10.8% | 1.5% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 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 FY8 5DA this area, 8.1% 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 | 12.8% | 8.1% | -4.7% | 18.2% | -10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 10.4% | -2.4% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 16.1% | -2.4% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 4.7% | 0.9% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.5% | 20.4% | 2.9% | 16.9% | 3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.8% | 39.3% | 7.5% | 33.8% | 5.5% |
| Other | 2.8% | 0.9% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.1% | 99.2% | 1.1% | 81.4% | 17.8% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 94.6% | 95% | 0.4% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 4.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 95% | 1.2% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 4.2% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -5.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.3% | 37.2% | -3.9% |
| Christian | 62.8% | 46.2% | 16.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nelson Street was 76.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 69.6% higher than the Ansdell & Fairhaven average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nelson Street has the 13th highest crime rate of 70 local areas in Ansdell & Fairhaven and the 85th highest crime rate of 272 local areas in Fylde .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 82.2%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Nelson Street, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £307,000 | 2024-01-22 | £320,940 |
| 7 Nelson Street, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire Other, an established residential building | £2,250 | 2023-12-20 | £2,299 |
| 17 Nelson Street, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £264,950 | 2021-08-13 | £313,179 |
| 7 Nelson Street, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £199,000 | 2020-11-27 | £242,876 |
| 8 Nelson Street, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £258,000 | 2018-07-31 | £337,231 |
FY8 5DA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
FY8 5DA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Lytham Norfolk Road , Lytham FY8 4JG | 3out of 4 | 714 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lytham Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Park View Road , FY8 4HA | 3out of 4 | 962 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lytham Hall Park Primary School South Park , Lytham FY8 4QU | 3out of 4 | 1,855 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ansdell Primary School Lansdowne Road , Ansdell FY8 4DR | 3out of 4 | 3,462 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Warton St Paul's Church of England Primary Academy Lytham Road , Warton PR4 1AH | - not rated | 3,875 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bede's Catholic High School Talbot Road , Lytham FY8 4JL | 3out of 4 | 658 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lytham St Annes High School Worsley Road , FY8 4DG | 3out of 4 | 3,684 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bracken School 1 Harbour Lane , Warton PR4 1YA | - not rated | 4,180 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| AKS Lytham Clifton Drive South , FY8 1DT | - not rated | 4,481 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beautiful Bakes n Balloons | 62 Preston Road | 282 yd | |
| Aroma Cafe | Victoria Street | 294 yd | |
| Chell's of Lytham | 25 Clifton Street | 897 yd | |
| The Craft House | 5 Clifton Street | 897 yd | |
| Novello | 9 Clifton Street | 897 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Hotel | Station Road | 783 yd | |
| Lytham Catholic Club | Catholic Club, North Clifton Street | 885 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kai's Kitchen | 43 Trent Street | 243 yd | |
| Seasons | 10 Station Road | 783 yd | |
| Lytham Fish & Chips | 4 Station Road | 783 yd | |
| Thats Amore | 11 Station Road | 783 yd | |
| Elvin's | 2 Clifton Walk Shopping Arcade, 73 Clifton Street | 1,076 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl UK GmbH | Lidl, Preston Road | 507 yd | |
| E. H. Booth | Haven Road | 761 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lytham Town Football Club EAST HOLME | grass pitches | 594 yd |
| Ymca (Lytham) MYTHOP ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 634 yd |
| St Bede'S Catholic High School TALBOT ROAD | grass pitches | 754 yd |
| Park View Road Playing Fields Park View Road | cycling, grass pitches | 836 yd |
| Lytham Catholic Club CATHOLIC CLUB CATHOLIC CLUB NORTH CLIFTON STREET | 861 yd | |
| Lytham C Of E Primary School PARK VIEW ROAD | grass pitches | 1,061 yd |
| Lytham Juniors Pitch (Closed) North Clifton Street | grass pitches | 1,067 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% |
| Median download speed | 59.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 77.72 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 77.72 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.