Postcode Analysis Scarborough, Yorkshire and The Humber

YO21 1DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for YO21 1DB.

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Population

201

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 34,100 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: YO21 1DB 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.

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1/10
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6/10
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1/10
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2/10
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3/10
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10/10
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3/10
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6/10
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Area Character

YO21 1DB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 52, 39% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

YO21 1DB is an active urban area located 0.1km from Whitby in Whitby. Administratively it sits within Whitby West ward and the Scarborough and Whitby constituency.

For renters and young professionals, YO21 1DB offers a neighbourhood with pockets of retirees, often in communal or managed housing. The daytime character shifts — traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 51% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 132 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.

Census 2021 statistics for YO21 1DB are sourced from Output Area E00141997 (shared with 46 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO21 1DB. The average age is 51.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.9%
Asian / British Asian3.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed1.5%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 22%
Unemployed: 4%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around YO21 1DB is above average at 132 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.

Violence and sexual offences179
Anti-social behaviour142
Shoplifting73
Criminal damage and arson42
Public order35

school Local Schools

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West Cliff Primary School

Good226 pupils0.5 km
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Airy Hill Primary School

Good206 pupils0.6 km
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Caedmon College Whitby

Good786 pupils0.6 km
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Stakesby Primary Academy

Good167 pupils0.9 km
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East Whitby Primary Academy

Good228 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

53 nearby
  • Curry & Spice Delicatessen0.4 km
  • Hunters0.4 km
  • Janes0.3 km
  • McColls0.9 km
  • The Beach Hut0.4 km
  • + 48 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

57 nearby
  • Duke Of York0.4 km
  • The Dolphin Hotel0.3 km
  • The Quirky Den0.3 km
  • Anchorage House0.5 km
  • Argyle House0.4 km
  • + 52 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

36 nearby
  • Black Horse0.4 km
  • Green Dragon0.3 km
  • Middle Earth Tavern0.5 km
  • The Board Inn0.5 km
  • The Endeavour0.4 km
  • + 31 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

74 nearby
  • Abbey House Tea Room0.5 km
  • Alberts Eatery0.4 km
  • Cafe Montmartre0.4 km
  • Cosa Nostra0.4 km
  • Four Seasons0.3 km
  • + 69 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • Creations0.4 km
  • Ko Ko Chicken0.3 km
  • Riverside Fisheries Ltd0.5 km
  • Seafood Stall0.5 km
  • Sprinkles0.4 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-op Supermarket0.1 km
  • Heron Foods0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Whitby0.1 km
  • Ruswarp1.8 km
  • Sleights4.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Boyes0.0 km
  • Bus Stn Stand 40.0 km
  • Bus Stn Stand 30.0 km
  • Bus Stn Stand 20.1 km
  • Bus Station0.1 km