Sandybed Rise is in Scarborough and in North Yorkshire district. YO12 5NT is located in the Falsgrave & Stepney electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Scarborough and Whitby. This postcode has been in use since 1981-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sandybed Rise, Scarborough, YO12 5NT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO12 5LL, YO12 5LN, YO12 5LH, YO12 5LB, YO12 5LW, YO12 5LU, YO12 5LT, YO12 5LS, YO12 5LX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around YO12 5NT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.7% | 51.2% | -5.5% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 43.3% | 48.8% | 5.5% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.3% | 28% | 5.7% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.1% | 38.9% | -4.2% | 44.2% | -5.3% |
| Separated | 1% | 2.9% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 14.5% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 5.4% |
| Widowed | 21.8% | 15.6% | -6.2% | 6.1% | 9.5% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (61.8%) 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 | 33.6% | 30.2% | -3.4% | 48.4% | -18.2% |
| Good health | 24.9% | 31.6% | 6.7% | 33.6% | -2.0% |
| Fair health | 27.6% | 20.3% | -7.3% | 12.7% | 7.6% |
| Bad health | 12% | 14.3% | 2.3% | 4.0% | 10.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.8% | 3.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.5% |
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 YO12 5NT this area, 28.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.1% | 28.1% | -13.0% | 18.2% | 9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 5.6% | 9.5% | 3.9% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.6% | 10.9% | 1.3% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 11.3% | 6.7% | 5.3% | 6.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.2% | 11.7% | 0.5% | 16.9% | -5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.8% | 22.3% | -0.5% | 33.8% | -11.5% |
| Other | 5.1% | 6.2% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 3.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.1% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 6% | 1.7% | -4.3% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Black African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 91.2% | 92.7% | 1.5% | 81.4% | 11.3% |
| Arab | 0.9% | 3% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 2.4% |
| Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89.7% 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 | 92.6% | 89.7% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 3.7% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.1% | 4% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 89.7% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 6.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.6% | 7.6% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.5% | 1.3% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.8% | 76.7% | -5.9% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Lithuania | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 23.6% | 13.5% | 10.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.2% | 37.2% | -12.0% |
| Christian | 61.8% | 46.2% | 15.6% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 4.3% | 6.5% | -2.2% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sandybed Rise was 135.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.6% higher than the Falsgrave & Stepney average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Sandybed Rise has the 12th highest crime rate of 32 local areas in Falsgrave & Stepney and the 212th highest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 80.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 286.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Sandybed Rise, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2024-11-27 | £149,848 |
| 4 Sandybed Rise, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £149,950 | 2020-06-19 | £181,780 |
| 3 Sandybed Rise, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £93,500 | 2014-11-07 | £121,390 |
| 5 Sandybed Rise, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2011-10-18 | £150,000 |
| 2 Sandybed Rise, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2007-04-05 | £181,445 |
YO12 5NT 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in YO12 5NT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 40% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 110 |
| Full-Time Employee | 43 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 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 | 1,439 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Hinderwell Primary Academy Seamer Road , YO12 4HF | 2out of 4 | 1,211 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gladstone Road Primary School Wooler Street , YO12 7DD | 2out of 4 | 1,394 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barrowcliff School Ash Grove , YO12 6NQ | 2out of 4 | 1,595 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scarborough, Northstead Community Primary School Maple Drive , YO12 6LP | 3out of 4 | 2,125 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newby and Scalby Primary School The Green , Newby YO12 5JA | 3out of 4 | 2,267 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Augustine's Catholic School - a Catholic voluntary academy Sandybed Lane , Stepney YO12 5LH | 3out of 4 | 132 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Graham School Woodlands Drive , YO12 6QW | 1out of 4 | 1,112 yd | Academy sponsor led | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Scarborough University Technical College Ashburn Road , YO11 2JW | 2out of 4 | 1,191 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scalby School Fieldstead Crescent , Newby YO12 6TH | 3out of 4 | 2,447 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| George Pindar School Moor Lane , Eastfield YO11 3LW | 1out of 4 | 4,980 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 | 197 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Woodlands Academy Woodlands Drive , YO12 6QN | 3out of 4 | 941 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springhead School Barry's Lane , YO12 4HA | 4out of 4 | 1,197 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scarborough Pupil Referral Unit Valley Bridge Parade , YO11 2PG | 3out of 4 | 1,734 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Scarborough College Filey Road , YO11 3BA | - not rated | 2,574 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Scarborough School Unit 11, Plaxton Park , Cayton Low Road YO11 3BQ | - not rated | 5,025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cockleshells | St James Church, Seamer Road | 858 yd | |
| Deans Garden Centre | Seamer Road, Scarborough | 858 yd | |
| Contrast Cafe | 78 Falsgrave Road, Scarborough | 1,009 yd | |
| Bloom | 97 Falsgrave Road, Scarborough | 1,056 yd | |
| Tops | 121 Falsgrave Road, Scarborough | 1,056 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jacobs Tavern | Jacobs Mount Caravan Park, Stepney Road | 693 yd | |
| The Crown Tavern | 8 Scalby Road, Scarborough | 730 yd | |
| New Tavern | 131 Falsgrave Road, Scarborough | 870 yd | |
| The Tap And Spile | 94 - 96 Falsgrave Road, Scarborough | 968 yd | |
| The Duchess | The Duchess, 152 Hovingham Drive | 989 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baguette Stop | 146 Hovingham Drive, Scarborough | 855 yd | |
| Mama Mia's | 87 Seamer Road, Scarborough | 858 yd | |
| Wing Hing | 133 Falsgrave Road, Scarborough | 870 yd | |
| Pizzaiolo | 119 Seamer Road, Scarborough | 925 yd | |
| Millers Of Falsgrave | 92 Falsgrave Road, Scarborough | 1,009 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Augustines'S Roman Catholic Secondary School SANDYBED LANE | grass pitches | 100 yd |
| Scarborough 6Th Form College SANDYBED LANE | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 293 yd |
| Compass Health And Fitness BARRYS LANE LEISURE COMPLEX BARRYS LANE LEISURE COMPLEX BARRYS LANE | health and fitness suite | 924 yd |
| Scarborough Sports Village Ashburn Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,089 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.