YO12 4DZ is a safe, established residential area on Spring Bank, 0.3km from Falsgrave in Scarborough. Administratively it sits within Falsgrave & Stepney ward and the Scarborough and Whitby constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 60% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £128k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for YO12 4DZ are sourced from Output Area E00141755 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SPRING BANK, YO12 4DZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SPRING BANK, YO12 4DZ.
274
42
£ 35,800 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: YO12 4DZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 60% owner-occupation and average age 42, YO12 4DZ has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £128k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO12 4DZ. The average age is 41.5. 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
£ 125,000
34 sales · Mean £ 122,367
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
YO12 4DZ has low crime rates — 48 incidents 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
Springhead School
Childhaven Community Nursery School
Thomas Hinderwell Primary Academy
St Augustine's Catholic School - a Catholic voluntary academy
Gladstone Road Primary School
Scarborough Pupil Referral Unit
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Costcutter0.9 km
- Cooplands1.0 km
- Argos Inside Sainsburys0.7 km
- Bargain Booze0.5 km
- Biedrona0.7 km
- + 16 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
9 nearby- Cumberland Hotel0.8 km
- Ashburton Hotel0.7 km
- Scarborough Travel And Holiday Lodge0.7 km
- The Grosvenor0.9 km
- Mount House Hotel0.5 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
17 nearby- Bacchus0.9 km
- South Cliff Recreation Club1.0 km
- Cellars0.7 km
- New Tavern0.5 km
- Roscoe's Bar0.8 km
- + 12 more
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Tuscany Too1.0 km
- Bloom0.5 km
- Contrast Cafe0.5 km
- Tops0.5 km
- Cafe At0.3 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Sainsbury's1.0 km
- Lidl UK GMBH0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Flames0.9 km
- Ramshill Fisheries South Cliff0.9 km
- Taste Of China1.0 km
- Alleyways Fish And Chip Shop0.6 km
- Brunch To Go0.5 km
- + 10 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Scarborough1.1 km
- Seamer3.5 km
- Filey10.7 km
Bus Stops
- Seamer Street0.1 km
- Seamer Street0.2 km
- Westbourne Park0.2 km
- Springhill Close0.2 km
- Westbourne Park0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: YO124DZ · Data under Open Government Licence