Harcourt Place is in Scarborough and in North Yorkshire district. YO11 2EP 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 Harcourt Place, Scarborough, YO11 2EP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO11 2ES, YO11 2EF, YO11 2ER, YO11 2HT, YO11 2ED, YO11 2EJ, YO11 2EU, YO11 2HF, YO11 2HJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding YO11 2EP is primarily male, with 57.2% of the population 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 | 47% | 42.8% | -4.2% | 51.0% | -8.2% |
| Male | 53% | 57.2% | 4.2% | 49.0% | 8.2% |
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 2EP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.8% 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 | 55.3% | 51.8% | -3.5% | 37.9% | 13.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 25.5% | 20.6% | -4.9% | 44.2% | -23.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 5.9% | 2.1% | 2.2% | 3.7% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 18% | 5.3% | 9.1% | 8.9% |
| Widowed | 1.6% | 3.7% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69.1%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.8% | 36.3% | -4.5% | 48.4% | -12.1% |
| Good health | 38.4% | 32.8% | -5.6% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 15.1% | 20.3% | 5.2% | 12.7% | 7.6% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 8.7% | 4.1% | 4.0% | 4.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.9% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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 | 23.6% | 20.1% | -3.5% | 18.2% | 1.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 15.2% | 1.4% | 9.6% | 5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 15.2% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 7.4% | 5.0% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 20.6% | 13.8% | -6.8% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.7% | 24.5% | 8.8% | 33.8% | -9.3% |
| Other | 7.9% | 3.7% | -4.2% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% |
| Chinese | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.2% | 1.9% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 93.5% | 89.4% | -4.1% | 81.4% | 8.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.4% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 83.7% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 83.7% | 8.9% | 83.2% | 0.5% |
| European Union | 18.7% | 10.5% | -8.2% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 74.8% | 83.7% | 8.9% | 83.2% | 0.5% |
| 10+ Years | 7.2% | 5.8% | -1.4% | 9.8% | -4.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 8.6% | 1.9% | -6.7% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 6% | 4.2% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 4.5% | 1.1% | 1.9% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 52.9% | 76.7% | -23.8% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Romania | 2.2% | 0.9% | 1.3% |
| Other EU countries | 4.2% | 1.5% | 2.7% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 35.3% | 13.5% | 21.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.4% | 37.2% | 15.2% |
| Christian | 36.7% | 46.2% | -9.5% |
| Buddhist | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 2.9% | 6.5% | -3.6% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harcourt Place was 1521.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 216.3% higher than the Castle average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Harcourt Place has the 2nd highest crime rate of 84 local areas in Castle and the 2nd highest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 570.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -53.4%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 99% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Harcourt Place, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2018-12-21 | £398,482 |
| 1 Harcourt Place, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2010-04-08 | £335,007 |
| 1 Harcourt Place, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2003-01-31 | £390,133 |
YO11 2EP area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Full-Time Employee | 68 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 33 |
| Unemployed | 23 |
| Other | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 45 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Other | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Education | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| 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 | 789 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friarage Community Primary School Friargate , YO11 1HS | 1out of 4 | 559 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gladstone Road Primary School Wooler Street , YO12 7DD | 2out of 4 | 849 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scarborough, Northstead Community Primary School Maple Drive , YO12 6LP | 3out of 4 | 1,813 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy North Leas Avenue , YO12 6LX | 3out of 4 | 1,989 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Thomas Hinderwell Primary Academy Seamer Road , YO12 4HF | 2out of 4 | 2,093 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 1,404 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 | 2,182 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scalby School Fieldstead Crescent , Newby YO12 6TH | 3out of 4 | 2,862 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Graham School Woodlands Drive , YO12 6QW | 1out of 4 | 2,889 yd | Academy sponsor led | - | Mixed | More About School |
| George Pindar School Moor Lane , Eastfield YO11 3LW | 1out of 4 | 5,220 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 | 2,236 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 | 565 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Scarborough College Filey Road , YO11 3BA | - not rated | 2,061 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springhead School Barry's Lane , YO12 4HA | 4out of 4 | 2,065 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Woodlands Academy Woodlands Drive , YO12 6QN | 3out of 4 | 2,564 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Il Piatto | 4 Harcourt Place, Scarborough | 14 yd | |
| Troost Coffee | 42 Huntriss Row, Scarborough | 30 yd | |
| Cafe Italia | 36A St Nicholas Cliff, Scarborough | 42 yd | |
| Olive | 34 Bar Street, Scarborough | 58 yd | |
| St Nicholas Cafe | Cliff Lift, St Nicholas Cliff | 63 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bar 2B | 2 Harcourt Place, Scarborough | 14 yd | |
| Masonic Hall | 14 St Nicholas Cliff, Scarborough | 42 yd | |
| Scarborough Royal Rangers Supporters | London Inn Yard, Newborough | 121 yd | |
| Sanctuary | Unit 1 Marshall House, 4-13 St Nicholas Street | 133 yd | |
| Scarborough Flyer/Chik Box/K-Town Chicken/Locked & Loaded/88 | 4 - 13 St Nicholas Street, Scarborough | 133 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pepe Verde | 35 Huntriss Row, Scarborough | 66 yd | |
| Beachcomber | Foreshore Road, Scarborough | 144 yd | |
| Pomodoro Pizzeria | 24 - 25 Newborough, Scarborough | 195 yd | |
| Ako Kebabs - UK Kebab | 8 St Thomas Street, Scarborough | 249 yd | |
| Bayside Bites | 11 Blands Cliff, Scarborough | 291 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | 19 Huntriss Row, Scarborough | 109 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 8 Newborough, Scarborough | 147 yd | |
| Iceland | Units 2-3 Vernon Road, Scarborough | 159 yd | |
| Tesco | 17-19 Castle Road, Scarborough | 463 yd | |
| Aldi | Northway, Scarborough | 585 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Spindles Health & Leisure (Royal Scarborough) ST. NICHOLAS STREET | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 60 yd |
| Swallow Leisure (St Nicholas Hotel) (Closed) St. Nicholas Cliff | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 103 yd |
| Body Torque WESTBOROUGH | health and fitness suite | 209 yd |
| Ymca Scarborough YMCA CENTRE YMCA CENTRE ST THOMAS STREET | health and fitness suite | 454 yd |
| Crown Spa 8-10 8-10 ESPLANADE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 529 yd |
| B J Fitness Centre CLIFTON STREET | health and fitness suite | 531 yd |
| Sunset 24/7 34A 34A BELLE VUE STREET | health and fitness suite | 763 yd |
| Scarborough Cricket Club NORTH MARINE ROAD | grass pitches | 979 yd |
| Gladstone Road Primary School WOOLER STREET | 1,003 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.