Area Guide – Blackpool (FY)

Living in Blackpool (FY)

Crime levels in Blackpool (FY) are well above the England average, several well-rated schools nearby, strong local rail connectivity, recent local sales data is available, flood risk is generally low across much of the area, though street-level conditions can vary. Air quality is broadly good, though conditions may vary by street.

At a glance

Quick answers about living in Blackpool (FY)

Is Blackpool (FY) a good place to live?

Blackpool (FY) has crime levels well above the England average, several well-rated schools nearby and strong rail connectivity.

Are there good schools in Blackpool (FY)?

Yes. 30 schools within 2 mi — 1 Outstanding, 11 Good (Ofsted).

What should buyers or renters check street by street in Blackpool (FY)?

Flood risk, train noise and air quality can vary by street, so these should be checked using the relevant maps and local tools before choosing a property.

bar_chart Key Indicators

shield Crime Well above England average (174 vs 81 per 1,000)

school Schools 30 schools within 2 mi — 1 Outstanding, 11 Good (Ofsted)

**About Ofsted inspection information:** Overall inspection ratings shown here reflect data last updated in July 2025. Support for displaying newer Ofsted report cards will be added to school summary pages in a future update.
School	Type	Ofsted	Distance
St Kentigern's Catholic Primary School	Primary	Good	0.1 mi
Devonshire Primary Academy	Primary	Not rated	0.3 mi
Devonshire Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.3 mi
Devonshire Infant School	Primary	Not rated	0.3 mi
Blackpool St John's Church of England Primary School	Primary	Good	0.5 mi
Revoe Community Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.8 mi
Revoe Learning Academy	Primary	Good	0.8 mi
St Mary's Catholic Academy	Secondary	Good	0.9 mi
St Mary's Catholic College	Secondary	Not rated	0.9 mi
St John Vianney's Catholic Primary School	Primary	Not rated	0.9 mi
St John Vianney's Catholic Primary School, Blackpool	Primary	Good	0.9 mi
Christ The King Catholic Academy	Primary	Good	0.9 mi
Layton Primary School	Primary	Outstanding	1.0 mi
Christ The King Catholic Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.0 mi
Claremont Community Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.0 mi
Westminster Primary Academy	Primary	Good	1.0 mi
Devonshire Junior School	Primary	Not rated	1.0 mi
Grange Park Community Nursery/Infant School	Primary	Not rated	1.0 mi
Boundary Primary School	Primary	Good	1.1 mi
Grange Park Community Junior School	Primary	Not rated	1.1 mi
Blackpool Gateway Academy	Primary	Good	1.1 mi
Holy Family Catholic Primary School	Primary	Good	1.2 mi
Waterloo Primary Academy	Primary	Requires Improvement	1.2 mi
Waterloo Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.2 mi
Unity College Blackpool	Middle deemed secondary	Not rated	1.3 mi
Unity Academy Blackpool	All-through	Not rated	1.3 mi
Blackpool Baines Endowed Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School	Primary	Not rated	1.3 mi
Baines' Endowed Church of England Primary Academy	Primary	Not rated	1.3 mi
Stanley Junior School	Primary	Not rated	1.4 mi
Stanley Primary School	Primary	Good	1.4 mi

directions_railway Transport Strong rail connectivity with 20 stations within 2 miles

Station	Distance
Blackpool North Rail Station	0.6 mi
North Station (Blackpool Tramway)	0.6 mi
Talbot Road (Blackpool Tramway)	0.8 mi
Victoria Street (not in use) (Blackpool Tramway)	0.8 mi
North Pier (Blackpool Tramway)	0.8 mi
Tower (Blackpool Tramway)	0.8 mi
Cocker Street (not in use) (Blackpool Tramway)	0.9 mi
Central Pier (Blackpool Tramway)	0.9 mi
Pleasant Street (Blackpool Tramway)	1.0 mi
Foxhall Square (not in use) (Blackpool Tramway)	1.0 mi
Manchester Square (Blackpool Tramway)	1.0 mi
Imperial Hotel (not in use) (Blackpool Tramway)	1.0 mi
Wilton Parade (Blackpool Tramway)	1.1 mi
Lytham Road (not in use) (Blackpool Tramway)	1.1 mi
Barton Avenue (not in use) (Blackpool Tramway)	1.2 mi
Warley Road (not in use) (Blackpool Tramway)	1.2 mi
Layton (Lancs) Rail Station	1.3 mi
St Chad's (Blackpool Tramway)	1.3 mi
Gynn Square (Blackpool Tramway)	1.4 mi
Blackpool South Rail Station	1.4 mi

water Flood risk Flood risk is generally low across much of the area — check the flood map for street-level detail

volume_up Train noise Railway noise may affect streets closer to rail lines — use the noise map to check specific locations

air Air quality Good air quality (PM2.5: 5.6 µg/m³) — conditions vary by street

payments House prices Median sold price (12 mo): £158,000 across 1,922 sales

local_hospital Healthcare 41 GP surgeries within 2 miles, with A&E hospitals within easy reach

Name	Type	Distance
WHITEGATE HEALTH CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
CHILD & ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
VIRGIN CARE BLACKPOOL DERMATOLOGY	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
WHITEGATE HEALTH CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
GP LED HEALTH CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
MARTON MEDICAL PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
HOMELESS HEALTH COMMUNITY TEAM BP FW	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
HORIZON DRUG AND ALCOHOL SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
BLACKPOOL SUBSTANCE MISUSE SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.3 mi
GORTON STREET - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE 2	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
GORTON STREET - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
ADELAIDE STREET SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
ADELAIDE STREET SURGERY	GP Surgery	0.4 mi
GLENROYD MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
SOUTH KING STREET MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.5 mi
COMPASS MEDICAL PRACTICE	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
TALBOT ROAD PHARMACY	GP Surgery	0.7 mi
LAYTON MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
LANCASHIRE BOWEL CANCER SCREENING CENTRE	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
URGENT CARE CTR (FCMS) OOH	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
DVT/PCAU SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
ADULT CYSTIC FIBROSIS VIRTUAL SERVICE	GP Surgery	0.8 mi
BLOOMFIELD MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
BLACKPOOL LOCALITY CHS	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
ADHD CLINIC	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
LANCASHIRE NORTH LOCALITY	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
NEWTON DRIVE HEALTH CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.0 mi
BPL CENTRAL WEST PCN ENHANCED ACCESS	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
ST PAULS MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
GRANGE PARK HEALTH CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.1 mi
WATERLOO MEDICAL CENTRE - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.2 mi
WATERLOO MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.2 mi
FCMS (NW) LTD	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
FCMS PCN ENHANCED ACCESS - FYLDE COAST	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
NHS 111 VALIDATION SERVICE	GP Surgery	1.5 mi
ARC	GP Surgery	1.7 mi
TRINITY HOSPICE COMMUNITY	GP Surgery	1.8 mi
TRINITY HOSPICE	GP Surgery	1.8 mi
ARNOLD MEDICAL CENTRE	GP Surgery	1.9 mi
CELIKKOL G	GP Surgery	2.0 mi
DR ANDERSON AND PARTNERS	GP Surgery	2.0 mi
BLACKPOOL VICTORIA HOSPITAL	A&E Hospital	0.8 mi