YO12 4AR is a safe, established residential area on Oak Road, 0.2km from Falsgrave in Scarborough. Administratively it sits within Falsgrave & Stepney ward and the Scarborough and Whitby constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 43) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 58% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 52 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: With prices averaging £140k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 64.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for YO12 4AR are sourced from Output Area E00141754 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OAK ROAD, YO12 4AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAK ROAD, YO12 4AR.
261
43
£ 35,800 /yr
43%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: YO12 4AR falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
YO12 4AR is an established family neighbourhood — 58% owner-occupation and an average age of 43 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending down 64.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO12 4AR. The average age is 42.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 130,750
6 sales · Mean £ 126,083
Detached
£ 247,500
2 sales · Mean £ 247,500
Semi-Detached
£ 162,500
2 sales · Mean £ 162,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around YO12 4AR is moderate at 52 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Scarborough University Technical College
Childhaven Community Nursery School
Gladstone Road Primary School
St Augustine's Catholic School - a Catholic voluntary academy
Springhead School
Scarborough Pupil Referral Unit
Thomas Hinderwell Primary Academy
The Woodlands Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
17 nearby- Cumberland Hotel0.9 km
- Mount House Hotel0.6 km
- Powys Lodge0.8 km
- Abbeydale Guest House1.0 km
- Admiral Guest House1.0 km
- + 12 more
Retailers - Other
22 nearby- Salisbury Stores0.4 km
- Aston Pharmacy0.9 km
- Gladstone Road Stores0.9 km
- Rocky & Maz's0.9 km
- S & J Smith1.0 km
- + 17 more
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Cafe At0.6 km
- Deans Garden Centre0.2 km
- Everyone Active Scarborough Sports Village0.7 km
- Ashbrowns Cafe0.9 km
- Embers0.9 km
- + 8 more
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- Mama Mia's0.4 km
- Pizzaiolo0.5 km
- Deans@Northway1.0 km
- Express Fast Food0.9 km
- Golden Dragon0.9 km
- + 12 more
Pub, NightClub
15 nearby- Home Guard Club0.9 km
- Cellars0.7 km
- New Tavern0.2 km
- Roscoe's Bar0.7 km
- Scarborough Club Institute0.8 km
- + 10 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Scarborough1.0 km
- Seamer3.7 km
- Filey10.9 km
Bus Stops
- Springhill Close0.1 km
- Westbourne Park0.1 km
- Westbourne Park0.2 km
- Park Road Junction0.2 km
- Park Road Junction0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: YO124AR · Data under Open Government Licence