Postcode Analysis Scarborough, Yorkshire and The Humber

CASTLEGATE, YO13 9EJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CASTLEGATE, YO13 9EJ.

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Population

358

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 44,900 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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2/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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1/10
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7/10
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2/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British98.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 27%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

Anti-social behaviour26
Violence and sexual offences14
Public order6
Criminal damage and arson2
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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East Ayton Community Primary School

Requires Improvement213 pupils0.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Basics Plus@Betton Farm Bakery0.8 km
  • Spar Shop And Petrol Filling Station0.1 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • East Ayton Lodge Hotel0.2 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Ayton Sports Association0.2 km
  • The Denison Arms0.1 km
  • Ye Olde Forge Valley Inn0.8 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Basics Plus At Betton Farm Tearooms0.8 km
  • Walkers Fish Restaurant0.2 km
fastfood

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