Clifton Drive is in Lytham St. Annes and in Fylde district. FY8 5PF is located in the Ansdell & Fairhaven electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Fylde. This postcode has been in use since 1985-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Clifton Drive, Lytham St. Annes, FY8 5PF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: FY8 5QR, FY8 5PD, FY8 5PU, FY8 5QW, FY8 5RX, FY8 5QP, FY8 5PP, FY8 5PS, FY8 5PT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around FY8 5PF is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.5% | 51% | -3.5% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 45.5% | 49% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 21.3% | 27.1% | 5.8% | 37.9% | -10.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.6% | 44.9% | 0.3% | 44.2% | 0.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 10.4% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 23.6% | 15.2% | -8.4% | 6.1% | 9.1% |
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 | 37% | 42.3% | 5.3% | 48.4% | -6.1% |
| Good health | 28.5% | 36.8% | 8.3% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 20% | 17.5% | -2.5% | 12.7% | 4.8% |
| Bad health | 10.3% | 3.1% | -7.2% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 4.2% | 0.3% | -3.9% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 43.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.3% | 19.1% | -4.2% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.4% | 7.8% | 3.4% | 9.6% | -1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 9% | -4.5% | 13.4% | -4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 3.9% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 9.3% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -7.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 45.6% | 43.6% | -2.0% | 33.8% | 9.8% |
| Other | 3.7% | 7.5% | 3.8% | 2.8% | 4.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.5% 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 | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.1% | 97.5% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 16.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 95.2% | 96.7% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.4% | 96.7% | 4.3% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 0% | -5.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 76.7% | 1.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 20.3% | 13.5% | 6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 18% | 37.2% | -19.2% |
| Christian | 77.3% | 46.2% | 31.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.6% | 6.5% | -5.9% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 1.1% | 6.0% | -4.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Clifton Drive was 5.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 87.4% lower than the Ansdell & Fairhaven average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Clifton Drive has the 6th lowest crime rate of 70 local areas in Ansdell & Fairhaven and the 9th lowest crime rate of 272 local areas in Fylde .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 St. Johns Wood, 2 Clifton Drive, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2024-12-17 | £291,428 |
| 12 St. Johns Wood, 2 Clifton Drive, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £470,000 | 2022-09-23 | £478,306 |
| 2 St. Johns Wood, 2 Clifton Drive, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £267,000 | 2022-09-22 | £271,718 |
| 3 St. Johns Wood, 2 Clifton Drive, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £252,000 | 2022-09-07 | £256,453 |
| 8 St. Johns Wood, 2 Clifton Drive, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £424,000 | 2022-08-25 | £427,493 |
FY8 5PF area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 18% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 5PF 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 FY8 5PF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 53% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 180 |
| Full-Time Employee | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lytham Hall Park Primary School South Park , Lytham FY8 4QU | 3out of 4 | 757 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ansdell Primary School Lansdowne Road , Ansdell FY8 4DR | 3out of 4 | 1,472 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lytham Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Park View Road , FY8 4HA | 3out of 4 | 1,901 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School, Lytham Norfolk Road , Lytham FY8 4JG | 3out of 4 | 2,311 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton Primary School Clitheroe Road , Ansdell FY8 3PY | 3out of 4 | 2,407 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lytham St Annes High School Worsley Road , FY8 4DG | 3out of 4 | 1,745 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic High School Talbot Road , Lytham FY8 4JL | 3out of 4 | 2,169 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 | 2,084 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The St Anne's College Grammar School 293 Clifton Drive South , FY8 1HN | - not rated | 3,609 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Red Rose School 28-30 North Promenade , St Annes on Sea FY8 2NQ | - not rated | 4,359 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowther Gardens Cafe | Lowther Gardens Cafe, West Beach | 859 yd | |
| Chu's Chinese Restaurant | 11 Church Road | 1,064 yd | |
| Eighty Eight Chinese Restaurant | 88 Woodlands Road | 1,085 yd | |
| Craft and Common | 45 Woodlands Road | 1,090 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lytham Cricket Club | Lytham Cricket Club, Church Road | 509 yd | |
| Lowther Pavilion | Lowther Pavilion, West Beach | 665 yd | |
| Fairhaven Golf Club Ltd | Fairhaven Golf Club, Oakwood Avenue | 843 yd | |
| Lytham Bridge Club | 4a Pembroke Road | 931 yd | |
| Fairhaven/Chik Box/K-Town Chicken/ Locked and Loaded | Fairhaven, 1 Marine Drive | 960 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pennys Thai | 3 Church Road | 1,064 yd | |
| Queens Chicken and Pizza | 1 Church Road | 1,064 yd | |
| Lytham Pizza Company | 3 Church Road | 1,064 yd | |
| Dominos | 53 Woodlands Road | 1,085 yd | |
| Foodfest | 48 Woodlands Road | 1,087 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| William Pickles Sports Ground Seafield Road | grass pitches | 228 yd |
| Lytham Football Pitch (Closed) Cambridge Road | grass pitches | 360 yd |
| Lytham Cricket Club And Sports Club CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 509 yd |
| Lowther Gardens Lowther Terrace | tennis courts | 692 yd |
| Lytham Hall Park Primary School SOUTH PARK | grass pitches | 707 yd |
| Fairhaven Golf Club OAKWOOD AVENUE | golf | 832 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 | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 40.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 55.86 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 55.86 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 8.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 14.54 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.