| Council | Blackpool |
| Crime Rate | ⚠️high |
| Demographics | 😔 High Unemployment |
£167,660
£280,127
£78,913
£170,544
£117,764
Is Mereside a nice place to live?
Mereside is a passable place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of C+. However, one concern might be the high levels of unemployment in the area.
How safe is Mereside?
Mereside has a higher than average crime rate of 243.0 crimes per 1,000 people. Crime hotspots have been reported near Rusland Avenue and Bowfell Close, as reported by Lancashire Constabulary.
What are the best schools in Mereside?
Mereside has 13 schools nearby. The top-rated Ofsted Outstanding school is Blackpool St Nicholas CofE Primary School. Other well-regarded schools rated Good by Ofsted include St Kentigern's Catholic Primary School and Revoe Learning Academy. Note: 1 school is currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Mereside?
The majority of residents in Mereside identify as White (British) (92%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (93%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.