Postcode Analysis Scarborough, Yorkshire and The Humber

YO22 4BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for YO22 4BX.

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Population

557

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 34,400 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: YO22 4BX 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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9/10
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6/10
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4/10
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3/10
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5/10
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3/10
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6/10
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5/10
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5/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. YO22 4BX's 56% ownership and 43-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

YO22 4BX is a safe, established residential area located 0.8km from Ruswarp in Whitby. Administratively it sits within Whitby Streonshalh ward and the Scarborough and Whitby constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — 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. A balanced community with an average age of 43 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 56% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for YO22 4BX are sourced from Output Area E00141955 (shared with 21 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 YO22 4BX. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%
Asian / British Asian0.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed2.5%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 23%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

YO22 4BX has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Other theft1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

school Local Schools

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Ruswarp Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good87 pupils0.5 km
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Eskdale School

Good458 pupils0.9 km
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East Whitby Primary Academy

Good228 pupils1.1 km
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Airy Hill Primary School

Good206 pupils1.1 km
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Caedmon College Whitby

Good786 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Larpool Hall Hotel0.4 km
  • Ruswarp Hall Hotel0.6 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • A P Jackson (Butchers) Ltd0.6 km
  • Colin Duck Grocers0.6 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Heart Of The Mart0.6 km
  • Mini Monsterz0.9 km
  • Ruswarp Riverside Cafe0.8 km
  • Caedmon College Whitby Astro Cafe0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ruswarp0.4 km
  • Whitby1.6 km
  • Sleights2.9 km