YO21 1AB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.8km from Newholm in Scarborough. Administratively it sits within Danby & Mulgrave ward and the Scarborough and Whitby constituency.
For families considering a move, YO21 1AB represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 49 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for YO21 1AB are sourced from Output Area E00141838 (shared with 17 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
YO21 1AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for YO21 1AB.
194
49
£ 40,800 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. YO21 1AB spans multiple life stages — average age 49, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO21 1AB. The average age is 48.7. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)
YO21 1AB has low crime rates — 10 incidents 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
Stakesby Primary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Beehive Inn0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Newholm Tea Rooms0.8 km
- The Stables0.3 km
- Victoria Farm Garden Centre0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ruswarp1.9 km
- Sleights2.2 km
- Whitby2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Park & Ride0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: YO211AB · Data under Open Government Licence