The Pheasantry is in Scarborough and in North Yorkshire district. YO12 4UH is located in the Seamer electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Scarborough and Whitby. This postcode has been in use since 2002-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Pheasantry, Scarborough, YO12 4UH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO12 4UJ, YO12 4TP, YO12 4LB, YO12 4TR, YO12 4UQ, YO12 4LD, YO12 4UG, YO12 4TT, YO12 4LG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding YO12 4UH, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 54.3% | 4.6% | 51.0% | 3.3% |
| Male | 50.3% | 45.7% | -4.6% | 49.0% | -3.3% |
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 YO12 4UH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.4% 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 | 29.6% | 29.8% | 0.2% | 37.9% | -8.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.6% | 52.4% | -3.2% | 44.2% | 8.2% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 1% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 12.3% | 3.4% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 4.6% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 (88.7%) 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 | 60.5% | 55.2% | -5.3% | 48.4% | 6.8% |
| Good health | 26.5% | 33.5% | 7.0% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 9.7% | 9.5% | -0.2% | 12.7% | -3.2% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 1.4% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 9.6% | 12.5% | 2.9% | 18.2% | -5.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 8.9% | -5.4% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.1% | 17.8% | -3.3% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.6% | 6.5% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.6% | 24.1% | 9.5% | 16.9% | 7.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.2% | 28.7% | -2.5% | 33.8% | -5.1% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.4% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.2% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 97.9% | 98.8% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.4% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 97.2% | 96.6% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.6% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 96.4% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 9.8% | -7.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.2% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.9% | 76.7% | 11.2% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.6% | 37.2% | -1.6% |
| Christian | 58.6% | 46.2% | 12.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.1% | 6.0% | -0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Pheasantry was 228.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 353.3% higher than the Derwent Valley & Moor average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Pheasantry has the highest crime rate of 52 local areas in Derwent Valley & Moor and the 91st highest crime rate of 2,067 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 71.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -4.7%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 50% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 The Pheasantry, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2026-03-18 | £275,000 |
| 20 The Pheasantry, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2026-01-14 | £253,741 |
| 10 The Pheasantry, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2022-12-15 | £170,997 |
| 6 The Pheasantry, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £270,000 | 2021-09-30 | £307,873 |
| 28 The Pheasantry, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2020-08-14 | £319,140 |
YO12 4UH 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 | 164 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 55 |
| Self-Employed | 48 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 19 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 52 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 51 |
| Manufacturing | 38 |
| Education | 35 |
| Construction | 33 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 29 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 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 | 4,957 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seamer and Irton Community Primary School Denison Avenue , Seamer YO12 4QX | - not rated | 1,017 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scarborough, Braeburn Primary and Nursery School Braeburn , Eastfield YO11 3LG | - not rated | 1,581 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scarborough, Braeburn Community Junior School Eastfield , YO11 3LG | - not rated | 1,581 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Braeburn Primary and Nursery Academy Braeburn , Eastfield YO11 3LG | - not rated | 1,600 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scarborough, Overdale Community Primary School Ashmead Square , Eastfield YO11 3XJ | 3out of 4 | 2,318 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| George Pindar School Moor Lane , Eastfield YO11 3LW | - not rated | 2,162 yd | Academy sponsor led | - | Mixed | More About School |
| George Pindar School Moor Lane , Eastfield YO11 3LW | - not rated | 2,176 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scarborough University Technical College Ashburn Road , YO11 2JW | 3out of 4 | 4,268 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Roman Catholic School, Scarborough Sandybed Lane , Stepney Hill YO12 5LH | - not rated | 4,315 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Augustine's Catholic School - a Catholic voluntary academy Sandybed Lane , Stepney YO12 5LH | 3out of 4 | 4,315 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 4,606 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambian Scarborough School Unit 11, Plaxton Park , Cayton Low Road YO11 3BQ | - not rated | 1,598 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Springhead School Barry's Lane , YO12 4HA | 4out of 4 | 3,628 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scarborough College Filey Road , YO11 3BA | - not rated | 3,810 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Lisvane Scarborough College Junior School Filey Road , YO11 3BA | - not rated | 3,810 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bramcote School Filey Road , YO11 2TT | - not rated | 4,189 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aramark @ Resolution House | Anglo American, Resolution House | 378 yd | |
| McDonalds | Dunslow Road, Eastfield | 713 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Byways Hotel | Station Road, Crossgates | 551 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crossgates Fish & Chips | 4 Avocet Shopping Centre, Curlew Drive | 438 yd | |
| Lung Fung | 3 Avocet Shopping Centre, Curlew Drive | 438 yd | |
| Manham Hill Fisheries | 50 Manham Hill, Eastfield | 1,076 yd | |
| Manham Hill Pizza | 60 Manham Hill, Eastfield | 1,076 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons | Dunslow Road, Eastfield | 389 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fashionable Fitness DUNSLOW ROAD | health and fitness suite | 828 yd |
| Seamer Sports Association PASTURE LANE | grass pitches | 846 yd |
| Seamer & Irton Cp School | grass pitches | 1,020 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 | 39.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 55.47 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 55.47 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.81 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.