YO21 1EJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on North Road, 0.2km from Fishburn Park in Whitby. Administratively it sits within Whitby Streonshalh ward and the Scarborough and Whitby constituency.
For families considering a move, YO21 1EJ represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 104 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Average house prices are around £237k.
Census 2021 statistics for YO21 1EJ are sourced from Output Area E00141969 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NORTH ROAD, YO21 1EJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NORTH ROAD, YO21 1EJ.
174
44
£ 34,400 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: YO21 1EJ 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. YO21 1EJ spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO21 1EJ. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 285,000
1 sales · Mean £ 285,000
Terraced
£ 190,000
1 sales · Mean £ 190,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around YO21 1EJ is above average at 104 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
Airy Hill Primary School
Caedmon College Whitby
West Cliff Primary School
Stakesby Primary Academy
East Whitby Primary Academy
Eskdale School
Ruswarp Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
52 nearby- Curry & Spice Delicatessen0.6 km
- Hunters0.8 km
- Janes0.6 km
- McColls0.7 km
- The Beach Hut0.8 km
- + 47 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
54 nearby- Duke Of York0.8 km
- The Dolphin Hotel0.6 km
- The Quirky Den0.6 km
- Anchorage House0.2 km
- Argyle House0.7 km
- + 49 more
Pub, NightClub
34 nearby- Black Horse0.7 km
- Green Dragon0.6 km
- Middle Earth Tavern0.5 km
- The Board Inn0.8 km
- The Endeavour0.6 km
- + 29 more
Restaurant, Cafe
72 nearby- Abbey House Tea Room0.8 km
- Alberts Eatery0.8 km
- Cafe Montmartre0.7 km
- Cosa Nostra0.6 km
- Four Seasons0.6 km
- + 67 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Creations0.6 km
- Ko Ko Chicken0.6 km
- Riverside Fisheries Ltd0.5 km
- Seafood Stall0.8 km
- Sprinkles0.7 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op Supermarket0.3 km
- Heron Foods0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Whitby0.3 km
- Ruswarp1.5 km
- Sleights3.8 km
Bus Stops
- Hospital0.2 km
- Prospect Hill0.3 km
- Whitby Rail Station0.3 km
- Bus Station0.3 km
- Prospect Hill0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: YO211EJ · Data under Open Government Licence