YO13 9EJ is a safe, established residential area on Castlegate, 0.2km from East Ayton in East Ayton and West Ayton. Administratively it sits within Derwent Valley & Moor ward and the Scarborough and Whitby constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. Residents average 46 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 42 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £287k, up 24.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for YO13 9EJ are sourced from Output Area E00141691 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CASTLEGATE, YO13 9EJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLEGATE, YO13 9EJ.
358
46
£ 44,900 /yr
42%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
YO13 9EJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 76% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 24.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO13 9EJ. The average age is 46.5. 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: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 260,000
6 sales · Mean £ 248,333
Detached
£ 375,000
3 sales · Mean £ 446,666
Semi-Detached
£ 150,000
3 sales · Mean £ 203,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
YO13 9EJ has low crime rates — 42 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
East Ayton Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Basics Plus@Betton Farm Bakery0.8 km
- Spar Shop And Petrol Filling Station0.1 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- East Ayton Lodge Hotel0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Ayton Sports Association0.2 km
- The Denison Arms0.1 km
- Ye Olde Forge Valley Inn0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Basics Plus At Betton Farm Tearooms0.8 km
- Walkers Fish Restaurant0.2 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- East Ayton Fisheries0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Seamer4.4 km
- Scarborough5.9 km
- Filey13.1 km
Bus Stops
- Castlegate0.2 km
- Castlegate0.2 km
- Moor Lane0.2 km
- Moor Lane0.2 km
- Racecourse Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: YO139EJ · Data under Open Government Licence