YO15 1BB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Thornwick Road, 0.3km from North Marine Estate in East Riding of Yorkshire. Administratively it sits within Bridlington North ward and the East Yorkshire constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in YO15, YO15 1BB offers a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. Average age 61 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 86% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 49 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £585k.
Census 2021 statistics for YO15 1BB are sourced from Output Area E00065254 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THORNWICK ROAD, YO15 1BB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THORNWICK ROAD, YO15 1BB.
243
61
£ 32,800 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: YO15 1BB falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
YO15 1BB is a settled retirement community — average age 61, 86% owner-occupied, very low turnover, and strong community continuity. With £585k prices and low crime, this is a premium retirement postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO15 1BB. The average age is 61.3. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 395,000
3 sales · Mean £ 436,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)
YO15 1BB has low crime rates — 49 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and burglary. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Flamborough CofE (VC) Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
2 nearby- Cameron Court Hotel0.7 km
- North Star Hotel0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Rose and Crown (Flamborough) Ltd1.0 km
- The Viking Hotel0.1 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Bourne Leisure0.6 km
- Thornwick Bay Cafe0.7 km
- Thornwick Bay Holiday Village0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bempton4.4 km
- Bridlington7.3 km
- Hunmanby14.3 km
Bus Stops
- Flamborough North Marine Road0.1 km
- Thornwick Holiday Centre0.4 km
- Flamborough North Marine Road0.4 km
- Flamborough North Marine Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: YO151BB · Data under Open Government Licence