Wharfdale is in Skelton In Cleveland, Saltburn-By-The-Sea and in Redcar And Cleveland district. TS12 2WB is located in the Skelton East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Middlesbrough South and East Cleveland. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wharfdale, Skelton In Cleveland, Saltburn-by-the-sea, TS12 2WB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: TS12 2WA, TS12 2WJ, TS12 2WD, TS12 2WQ, TS12 2JU, TS12 2WH, TS12 2WR, TS12 2NS, TS12 2WP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding TS12 2WB has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.5% | 49.5% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 51.5% | 50.5% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of TS12 2WB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.9% | 23.4% | -3.5% | 37.9% | -14.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.8% | 65.3% | 4.5% | 44.2% | 21.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.4% | -0.5% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 0% | -3.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 7.7% | 1.6% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 1.7% | 3.2% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 59.1% | 57.6% | -1.5% | 48.4% | 9.2% |
| Good health | 32% | 31.5% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 6.7% | 9.3% | 2.6% | 12.7% | -3.4% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
In the area around TS12 2WB this area, 7.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.8% | 7.2% | -0.6% | 18.2% | -11.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 7.6% | -7.5% | 9.6% | -2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.2% | 12.9% | -9.3% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 6.8% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.6% | 23.7% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 6.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.6% | 39.8% | 12.2% | 33.8% | 6.0% |
| Other | 2.8% | 2% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.6% | 99.7% | 2.1% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 97.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.1% | 97.8% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 14.6% |
| European Union | 0.2% | 1.6% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.1% | 97.4% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.7% | 76.7% | 14.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46% | 37.2% | 8.8% |
| Christian | 46.9% | 46.2% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 7.1% | 6.0% | 1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wharfdale was 29.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.3% lower than the Skelton East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wharfdale has the 5th lowest crime rate of 25 local areas in Skelton East and the 81st lowest crime rate of 473 local areas in Redcar and Cleveland .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -47.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Wharfdale, Saltburn-By-The-Sea, Redcar And Cleveland Detached, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2025-03-06 | £212,719 |
| 22 Wharfdale, Saltburn-By-The-Sea, Redcar And Cleveland Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £239,995 | 2024-05-08 | £244,272 |
| 31 Wharfdale, Saltburn-By-The-Sea, Redcar And Cleveland Detached, an established residential building | £336,000 | 2023-10-04 | £343,705 |
| 10 Wharfdale, Saltburn-By-The-Sea, Redcar And Cleveland Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-09-12 | £247,229 |
| 9 Wharfdale, Saltburn-By-The-Sea, Redcar And Cleveland Detached, an established residential building | £233,000 | 2022-05-12 | £243,937 |
TS12 2WB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 121 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 42 |
| Education | 41 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 32 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Other | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Mining and quarrying | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skelton Primary School Station Lane , Skelton TS12 2LR | 3out of 4 | 777 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Saltburn Primary School Marske Mill Lane , TS12 1HJ | - not rated | 1,706 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School Marshall Drive , Brotton TS12 2UW | 3out of 4 | 2,129 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lockwood Primary School Boosbeck , TS12 3BL | 3out of 4 | 3,045 yd | Foundation school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Badger Hill Academy Marston Road , Kilton Lane TS12 2XR | 3out of 4 | 3,217 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huntcliff School Marske Mill Lane , TS12 1HJ | - not rated | 1,373 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Freebrough Academy Linden Road , TS12 2SJ | 1out of 4 | 2,279 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Bydales Coast Road , Marske-by-the-Sea TS11 6AR | 4out of 4 | 4,731 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kilton Thorpe Specialist Academy Marshall Drive , Brotton TS12 2UW | 4out of 4 | 2,131 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Old Farm School Old Farm School , Stank House Farm TS12 2TZ | - not rated | 4,499 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airtime Trampoline Park | 30a-30b Milhome Avenue | 764 yd | |
| The Deli at No. 85 | 85 High Street | 765 yd | |
| R&R Bistro | 103 High Street | 773 yd | |
| McDonald's | Pheasant Fields Lane | 782 yd | |
| The Play Factory - Skelton | 29 Milhome Avenue | 789 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wharton Arms Hotel | 133 High Street | 770 yd | |
| The Longacre | 782 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mamma Mia | 87 High Street | 770 yd | |
| Peppinos Pizza | 68 High Street | 793 yd | |
| Byland Road Fish Shop | 41 Byland Road | 803 yd | |
| Canton House | 1 Thomas Street | 879 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Pheasant Fields Lane | 782 yd | |
| Asda Stores Ltd | 782 yd | ||
| B & M | Pheasant Field Lane | 782 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 45-47 Byland Road | 803 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 76-80 High Street | 832 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Holly Bush STATION LANE | grass pitches | 546 yd |
| De Brus Centre And Playing Fields MARSKE LANE | grass pitches | 846 yd |
| Freebrough Community College (Closed) Marske Lane | grass pitches | 907 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 62.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.