YO21 1AX is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Moor Lane, 0.3km from West Cliff in Whitby. Administratively it sits within Whitby West ward and the Scarborough and Whitby constituency.
For serious buyers, YO21 1AX is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 50, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 77% 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 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £440k.
Census 2021 statistics for YO21 1AX are sourced from Output Area E00141986 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MOOR LANE, YO21 1AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MOOR LANE, YO21 1AX.
341
50
£ 34,100 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: YO21 1AX represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates YO21 1AX — age 50, 77% ownership, 23% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £440k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO21 1AX. The average age is 49.9. 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
£ 440,000
1 sales · Mean £ 440,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
YO21 1AX has low crime rates — 28 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
West Cliff Primary School
Stakesby Primary Academy
Caedmon College Whitby
Airy Hill Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
43 nearby- Costcutter0.4 km
- K & K's Seaside Shack0.3 km
- Trillo0.3 km
- Harrisons Of Whitby0.3 km
- A J's0.8 km
- + 38 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
56 nearby- Abbotsleigh0.2 km
- Haven Crest0.5 km
- Morningside Hotel0.3 km
- Saxonville Hotel0.2 km
- The Seacliffe0.3 km
- + 51 more
Pub, NightClub
28 nearby- Stakesby Arms0.4 km
- Whitby Rufc0.3 km
- Whitby Town FC0.1 km
- The Met Bar0.3 km
- Whitby & District Rifle Club0.3 km
- + 23 more
Restaurant, Cafe
53 nearby- North Beach Cafe0.3 km
- Clara's0.5 km
- Long Kings Chinese Restaurant & Takeaway0.3 km
- Pizza West0.3 km
- Whitby Masonic Hall0.6 km
- + 48 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Lidl0.4 km
- Co-op Supermarket0.9 km
- Heron Foods0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
15 nearby- Brew0.7 km
- Gino's Pizzeria0.4 km
- Rainbow Takeaway0.4 km
- Harbour Grill0.8 km
- Angel Fisheries0.9 km
- + 10 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Whitby0.9 km
- Ruswarp2.0 km
- Sleights3.8 km
Bus Stops
- Argyle Road0.1 km
- Westgate Roundabout0.1 km
- Argyle Road0.1 km
- Westcliffe Roundabout0.2 km
- Stakesby Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: YO211AX · Data under Open Government Licence