Mill Street is in Scarborough and in North Yorkshire district. YO11 1SZ is located in the Castle electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Scarborough and Whitby. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Mill Street, Scarborough, YO11 1SZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO12 7EL, YO12 7EQ, YO12 7EP, YO12 7EG, YO12 7EH, YO12 7AW, YO12 7BX, YO11 1SR, YO11 1SY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO11 1SZ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.6% 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 | 50.3% | 48.4% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -2.6% |
| Male | 49.7% | 51.6% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 2.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around YO11 1SZ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.3% | 50.9% | 10.6% | 37.9% | 13.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 31.5% | 27% | -4.5% | 44.2% | -17.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 2.7% | -0.9% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 19% | 15.5% | -3.5% | 9.1% | 6.4% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.2% | 43.8% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -4.6% |
| Good health | 35% | 37.2% | 2.2% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 12.5% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 4.9% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25.4% | 18.4% | -7.0% | 18.2% | 0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.9% | 13.6% | 0.7% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 14% | -3.7% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 3.5% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.1% | 21.5% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.4% | 27.2% | 7.8% | 33.8% | -6.6% |
| Other | 6.9% | 1.8% | -5.1% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Other Asian | 3.8% | 5% | 1.2% | 1.6% | 3.4% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 90.3% | 92.1% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 10.7% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 90.4% 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 | 92.2% | 90.4% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 3% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.8% | 5.6% | 1.8% | 5.6% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.6% | 89.8% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 6.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 6.2% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 1% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 1.6% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69% | 76.7% | -7.7% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 2.3% | 0.9% | 1.4% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 27.1% | 13.5% | 13.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.8% | 37.2% | 16.6% |
| Christian | 40.6% | 46.2% | -5.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Mill Street was 45.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 90.5% lower than the Castle average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Mill Street has the 17th lowest crime rate of 84 local areas in Castle and the 903rd highest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -37.0%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Mill Hotel Mill Street, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £155,800 | 1997-06-30 | £698,065 |
YO11 1SZ 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 | 88 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Childhaven Community Nursery School 13 Belgrave Crescent , YO11 1UB | 4out of 4 | 325 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gladstone Road Primary School Wooler Street , YO12 7DD | 2out of 4 | 84 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Friarage Community Primary School Friargate , YO11 1HS | 1out of 4 | 1,226 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scarborough, Northstead Community Primary School Maple Drive , YO12 6LP | 3out of 4 | 1,452 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Hinderwell Primary Academy Seamer Road , YO12 4HF | 2out of 4 | 1,644 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy North Leas Avenue , YO12 6LX | 3out of 4 | 1,667 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarborough University Technical College Ashburn Road , YO11 2JW | 2out of 4 | 973 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic School - a Catholic voluntary academy Sandybed Lane , Stepney YO12 5LH | 3out of 4 | 1,460 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Graham School Woodlands Drive , YO12 6QW | 1out of 4 | 2,131 yd | Academy sponsor led | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Scalby School Fieldstead Crescent , Newby YO12 6TH | 3out of 4 | 2,365 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Pindar School Moor Lane , Eastfield YO11 3LW | 1out of 4 | 5,196 yd | Academy sponsor led | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarborough Sixth Form College Sandybed Lane , YO12 5LF | - not rated | 1,479 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scarborough Pupil Referral Unit Valley Bridge Parade , YO11 2PG | 3out of 4 | 512 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Springhead School Barry's Lane , YO12 4HA | 4out of 4 | 1,615 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Woodlands Academy Woodlands Drive , YO12 6QN | 3out of 4 | 1,810 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scarborough College Filey Road , YO11 3BA | - not rated | 2,157 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Scarborough School Unit 11, Plaxton Park , Cayton Low Road YO11 3BQ | - not rated | 5,423 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardigans | 190 - 192 Victoria Road, Scarborough | 149 yd | |
| Embers | 138 Victoria Road, Scarborough | 153 yd | |
| The BellyRub | 130 Victoria Road, Scarborough | 184 yd | |
| Chambers Coffee Bar | 77A Westborough, Scarborough | 220 yd | |
| Haus At S And M | 1 Hanover Road, Scarborough | 235 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home Guard Club | Sherwood Street, Scarborough | 86 yd | |
| Roscoe's Bar | Roscoe Rooms, Roscoe Street | 116 yd | |
| Scarborough Club Institute | 76 Westborough, Scarborough | 167 yd | |
| The Stumble Inn | 59 Westborough, Scarborough | 205 yd | |
| The Victoria Hotel | 79 Westborough, Scarborough | 220 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chamberlains Kitchen | 142 Victoria Road, Scarborough | 144 yd | |
| Express Fast Food | 107 Victoria Road, Scarborough | 144 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 118 Victoria Road, Scarborough | 184 yd | |
| Memossa Pizzeria | 3 Station Shops, Westborough | 226 yd | |
| Deans@Northway | 86 Northway, Scarborough | 266 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Northway, Scarborough | 335 yd | |
| Iceland | Units 2-3 Vernon Road, Scarborough | 628 yd | |
| One Stop | 19 Huntriss Row, Scarborough | 691 yd | |
| Tesco | 17-19 Castle Road, Scarborough | 710 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 8 Newborough, Scarborough | 779 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sunset 24/7 34A 34A BELLE VUE STREET | health and fitness suite | 77 yd |
| Gladstone Road Primary School WOOLER STREET | 241 yd | |
| B J Fitness Centre CLIFTON STREET | health and fitness suite | 610 yd |
| Body Torque WESTBOROUGH | health and fitness suite | 680 yd |
| Swallow Leisure (St Nicholas Hotel) (Closed) St. Nicholas Cliff | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 752 yd |
| Spindles Health & Leisure (Royal Scarborough) ST. NICHOLAS STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 804 yd |
| Crown Spa 8-10 8-10 ESPLANADE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 815 yd |
| Ymca Scarborough YMCA CENTRE YMCA CENTRE ST THOMAS STREET | health and fitness suite | 886 yd |
| Oriel Cricket Club (Closed) Oriel Bank | grass pitches | 1,006 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 | 75.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.