YO15 1BD is a mixed residential area on Thornwick Bay, 0.6km from North Marine Estate in East Riding of Yorkshire. Administratively it sits within Bridlington North ward and the East Yorkshire constituency.
For families considering a move, YO15 1BD represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. By day, the area transitions to a traditional countryside character: mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 61) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Census 2021 statistics for YO15 1BD are sourced from Output Area E00065254 (shared with 23 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THORNWICK BAY, YO15 1BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THORNWICK BAY, YO15 1BD.
243
61
£ 32,800 /yr
36%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: YO15 1BD falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 86% owner-occupation and an average age of 61, YO15 1BD is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — reflects the demand.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO15 1BD. 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
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- North Star Hotel0.6 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Viking Hotel0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Bourne Leisure0.6 km
- Thornwick Bay Cafe0.3 km
- Thornwick Bay Holiday Village0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bempton4.5 km
- Bridlington7.8 km
- Hunmanby14.1 km
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Postcode Profile: YO151BD · Data under Open Government Licence