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Thornton East & Carleton West

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About

Thornton East & Carleton West is a residential area located in the borough of Wyre, Lancashire. The area is primarily made up of suburban housing, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes. Local amenities include schools, parks, and small retail outlets, catering to daily needs. The nearby A585 provides convenient road links to Fleetwood and Blackpool.

Green spaces like Jubilee Park offer recreational opportunities, while the Wyre Estuary is within easy reach for walks and nature spotting. The area has a quiet, community-focused atmosphere, with regular local events. Public transport options include bus services connecting to surrounding towns. Thornton East & Carleton West is a practical choice for families and commuters seeking a balance between convenience and suburban living.

Area overview

On average Thornton East & Carleton West has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 48 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 1.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Thornton East & Carleton West is £43,500 per year. There are 5 schools in Thornton East & Carleton West: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
48
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
1.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Thornton East & Carleton West Population
8,795
Population density
1,559.8 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,541
97.12%
Other White
60
0.68%
Irish
35
0.4%
White and Asian (mixed)
35
0.4%
Other Asian
29
0.33%
Total population: 8,794

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
2,044
51.85%
Owns with a mortgage
1,350
34.25%
Private landlord or letting agency
393
9.97%
Other forms of private rent
80
2.03%
Other social rented
51
1.29%
Total households: 3,942

Property prices in Thornton East & Carleton West

Based on 136 recent sales, the median property price is £207,500 in Thornton East & Carleton West area, with individual transactions ranging from £69,000 up to £750,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Thornton East & Carleton West in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Thornton East & Carleton West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached44£290,000
Flats4£108,750
Semi-Detached79£185,500
Terraced9£140,000

10 years median price trend in Thornton East & Carleton West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Thornton East & Carleton West.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.