YO21 1EB is a mixed residential area located 0.1km from Whitby in Whitby. Administratively it sits within Whitby West ward and the Scarborough and Whitby constituency.
For families considering a move, YO21 1EB represents a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a large scale education character: large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 56) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 106 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.
Census 2021 statistics for YO21 1EB are sourced from Output Area E00141996 (shared with 15 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
YO21 1EB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for YO21 1EB.
231
56
£ 34,100 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: YO21 1EB 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
Mature homeowners dominate this postcode. With 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 56, YO21 1EB is established retirement territory. Moderate crime is broadly acceptable given the residential nature here (avg age: 56).
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO21 1EB. The average age is 55.6. 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. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around YO21 1EB is above average at 106 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
Caedmon College Whitby
Airy Hill Primary School
West Cliff Primary School
Stakesby Primary Academy
East Whitby Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
53 nearby- Curry & Spice Delicatessen0.5 km
- Hunters0.6 km
- Janes0.5 km
- McColls0.9 km
- The Beach Hut0.6 km
- + 48 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
57 nearby- Duke Of York0.6 km
- The Dolphin Hotel0.5 km
- The Quirky Den0.5 km
- Anchorage House0.3 km
- Argyle House0.5 km
- + 52 more
Pub, NightClub
37 nearby- Black Horse0.5 km
- Green Dragon0.5 km
- Middle Earth Tavern0.6 km
- The Board Inn0.6 km
- The Endeavour0.5 km
- + 32 more
Restaurant, Cafe
74 nearby- Abbey House Tea Room0.7 km
- Alberts Eatery0.6 km
- Cafe Montmartre0.5 km
- Cosa Nostra0.5 km
- Four Seasons0.5 km
- + 69 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Creations0.5 km
- Ko Ko Chicken0.5 km
- Riverside Fisheries Ltd0.6 km
- Seafood Stall0.7 km
- Sprinkles0.5 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op Supermarket0.2 km
- Heron Foods0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Whitby0.2 km
- Ruswarp1.7 km
- Sleights3.9 km
Bus Stops
- Bus Stn Stand 40.1 km
- Bus Station0.1 km
- Boyes0.1 km
- Bus Stn Stand 20.1 km
- Bus Stn Stand 30.1 km
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Postcode Profile: YO211EB · Data under Open Government Licence