YO16 6XZ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Headlands Drive, 1.0km from Sewerby in Bridlington. Administratively it sits within Bridlington North ward and the East Yorkshire constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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 57 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 87% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £123k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 21.7% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for YO16 6XZ are sourced from Output Area E00065259 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HEADLANDS DRIVE, YO16 6XZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HEADLANDS DRIVE, YO16 6XZ.
453
57
£ 32,600 /yr
32%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: YO16 6XZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 87% owner-occupation and an average age of 57, YO16 6XZ is established retirement territory. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £123k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending down 21.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO16 6XZ. The average age is 57.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 108,000
1 sales · Mean £ 108,000
Semi-Detached
£ 138,000
3 sales · Mean £ 153,500
Detached
£ 190,000
1 sales · Mean £ 190,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
YO16 6XZ has low crime rates — 15 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
Headlands School
Martongate Primary School
Bay Primary School
Bridlington Nursery School
Burlington Junior School
Burlington Infant School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
5 nearby- Danescroft Stores0.8 km
- Breretons0.7 km
- Morrisons Daily0.7 km
- One Stop0.8 km
- Premier Store0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Friendly Forester0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Martongate Community Cafe0.4 km
- Good Souls1.0 km
- FV Galwadymor0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-op0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Fish and Chips at 149 /SIDES0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bridlington2.0 km
- Bempton3.1 km
- Hunmanby11.6 km
Bus Stops
- Bridlington Marton Gate0.1 km
- Bridlington Marton Gate0.2 km
- Bridlington Marton Road0.3 km
- Bridlington Marton Road0.3 km
- Bridlington Darwin Road0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: YO166XZ · Data under Open Government Licence