Postcode Analysis Scarborough, Yorkshire and The Humber

YO21 1EU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for YO21 1EU.

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Population

252

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Avg Age

50

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Avg Income

£ 34,400 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: YO21 1EU 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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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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10/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. YO21 1EU spans multiple life stages — average age 50, moderate ownership and renting. Young average age (50) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential.

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

YO21 1EU is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.2km from Spital Bridge in Scarborough. Administratively it sits within Whitby Streonshalh ward and the Scarborough and Whitby constituency.

The people who live in YO21 1EU are typical of 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. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 50 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 75 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area.

Census 2021 statistics for YO21 1EU are sourced from Output Area E00141959 (shared with 35 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 YO21 1EU. The average age is 50.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed2.4%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 24%
Unemployed: 4%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around YO21 1EU is moderate at 75 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 behaviour67
Violence and sexual offences66
Shoplifting52
Criminal damage and arson22
Public order13

school Local Schools

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Airy Hill Primary School

Good206 pupils0.2 km
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Caedmon College Whitby

Good786 pupils0.7 km
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East Whitby Primary Academy

Good228 pupils1.0 km
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West Cliff Primary School

Good226 pupils1.0 km
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Stakesby Primary Academy

Good167 pupils1.1 km
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Eskdale School

Good458 pupils1.2 km
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Ruswarp Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good87 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

51 nearby
  • Curry & Spice Delicatessen0.7 km
  • Hunters0.9 km
  • Janes0.7 km
  • McColls0.4 km
  • The Beach Hut0.9 km
  • + 46 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

48 nearby
  • Duke Of York0.9 km
  • The Dolphin Hotel0.7 km
  • The Quirky Den0.7 km
  • Anchorage House0.5 km
  • Argyle House1.0 km
  • + 43 more
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

31 nearby
  • Black Horse0.8 km
  • Green Dragon0.7 km
  • Middle Earth Tavern0.4 km
  • The Board Inn0.9 km
  • The Endeavour0.7 km
  • + 26 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

65 nearby
  • Abbey House Tea Room0.9 km
  • Alberts Eatery0.9 km
  • Cafe Montmartre0.8 km
  • Cosa Nostra0.7 km
  • Four Seasons0.7 km
  • + 60 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

18 nearby
  • Creations0.7 km
  • Ko Ko Chicken0.7 km
  • Riverside Fisheries Ltd0.4 km
  • Seafood Stall1.0 km
  • Sprinkles0.8 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Co-op Supermarket0.5 km
  • Heron Foods0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Whitby0.4 km
  • Ruswarp1.4 km
  • Sleights3.8 km

Bus Stops

  • New Bridge0.2 km
  • Opp Green Lane0.3 km
  • Green Lane0.3 km
  • New Bridge0.3 km
  • Abbots Road Bottom0.3 km