YO21 1AD is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Low Stakesby Gardens in Whitby. Administratively it sits within Whitby West ward and the Scarborough and Whitby constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, YO21 1AD is 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. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 34% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 22% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for YO21 1AD are sourced from Output Area E00141819 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
YO21 1AD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for YO21 1AD.
278
51
£ 34,100 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: YO21 1AD 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
YO21 1AD is an established family neighbourhood — 54% owner-occupation and an average age of 51 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO21 1AD. The average age is 51.0. 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 and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
YO21 1AD has low crime rates — 23 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
Stakesby Primary Academy
Caedmon College Whitby
West Cliff Primary School
Airy Hill Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
47 nearby- Janes1.0 km
- The Whitby Shop1.0 km
- Harrisons Of Whitby0.3 km
- A J's0.8 km
- Bargain Booze0.8 km
- + 42 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
57 nearby- The Dolphin Hotel1.0 km
- Anchorage House0.5 km
- Argyle House0.6 km
- Arundel House0.4 km
- Autumn Leaves0.3 km
- + 52 more
Pub, NightClub
29 nearby- Green Dragon1.0 km
- The Met Bar0.6 km
- Whitby & District Rifle Club0.6 km
- Whitby Conservative Club0.3 km
- Harry's Lounge Bar And Brasserie0.9 km
- + 24 more
Restaurant, Cafe
60 nearby- Four Seasons1.0 km
- Hadleys1.0 km
- The Coffee Shop1.0 km
- The Edge (Whitby)1.0 km
- Velveteen1.0 km
- + 55 more
Takeaway Shop
17 nearby- Ko Ko Chicken1.0 km
- Harbour Grill0.8 km
- Angel Fisheries0.8 km
- Magpie Fish & Chip Shop0.9 km
- Pizza Figaro0.8 km
- + 12 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Co-op Supermarket0.8 km
- Lidl0.4 km
- Heron Foods0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Whitby0.7 km
- Ruswarp1.7 km
- Sleights3.6 km
Bus Stops
- Kirkham Road0.1 km
- Kirkham Road0.1 km
- Stakesby Road0.2 km
- Stakesby Road0.2 km
- Pinewood Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: YO211AD · Data under Open Government Licence