Ramsey Street is in Scarborough and in North Yorkshire district. YO12 7LP is located in the Northstead 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 Ramsey Street, Scarborough, YO12 7LP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO12 7LR, YO12 7LW, YO12 7LE, YO12 7RT, YO12 7LD, YO12 7RS, YO12 7RR, YO12 7RU, YO12 7DP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO12 7LP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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% | 49.2% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 51.5% | 50.8% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 33.8% | 41.6% | 7.8% | 37.9% | 3.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.1% | 35.8% | -13.3% | 44.2% | -8.4% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 3.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 1.7% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 14% | 7.6% | 9.1% | 4.9% |
| Widowed | 6.8% | 4.7% | -2.1% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.5% | 44.3% | -5.2% | 48.4% | -4.1% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 33% | -1.7% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 16.7% | 5.1% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 4% | 5% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
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%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.8% | 13% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 12.6% | 1.1% | 9.6% | 3.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 23.1% | 17.3% | -5.8% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.4% | 9.4% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.8% | 23.2% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.5% | 22% | 1.5% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 3.8% | 2.4% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.7% | 98.3% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 96.3% 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 | 96.7% | 96.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| European Union | 2% | 3.3% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.7% | 96.3% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.3% | 76.7% | 1.6% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 20.4% | 13.5% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.8% | 37.2% | 14.6% |
| Christian | 37.1% | 46.2% | -9.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 10.7% | 6.0% | 4.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ramsey Street was 39.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 91.8% lower than the Castle average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Ramsey Street has the 14th lowest crime rate of 84 local areas in Castle and the 1028th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61 Ramsey Street, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £162,400 | 2025-06-16 | £168,241 |
| 21 Ramsey Street, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2024-04-22 | £147,532 |
| 15 Ramsey Street, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2023-09-22 | £161,219 |
| 53 Ramsey Street, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £152,000 | 2023-03-10 | £162,499 |
| 29 Ramsey Street, Scarborough, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2023-03-03 | £171,052 |
YO12 7LP 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 | 100 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Education | 20 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 941 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 | 591 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scarborough, Northstead Community Primary School Maple Drive , YO12 6LP | 3out of 4 | 938 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barrowcliff School Ash Grove , YO12 6NQ | 2out of 4 | 1,037 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy North Leas Avenue , YO12 6LX | 3out of 4 | 1,159 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Friarage Community Primary School Friargate , YO11 1HS | 1out of 4 | 1,630 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 1,369 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scarborough University Technical College Ashburn Road , YO11 2JW | 2out of 4 | 1,409 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Graham School Woodlands Drive , YO12 6QW | 1out of 4 | 1,631 yd | Academy sponsor led | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Scalby School Fieldstead Crescent , Newby YO12 6TH | 3out of 4 | 1,723 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 | 1,238 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 | 1,173 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Woodlands Academy Woodlands Drive , YO12 6QN | 3out of 4 | 1,303 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springhead School Barry's Lane , YO12 4HA | 4out of 4 | 1,935 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scarborough College Filey Road , YO11 3BA | - not rated | 2,758 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nishat Spice Restaurant | 47 Prospect Road, Scarborough | 394 yd | |
| Yorkshire Coast Sight Support | Ground Floor At, 183 Dean Road | 409 yd | |
| Bakers 'n' Brew | Number 10 Market Hall Shops, Scarborough Indoor Market | 722 yd | |
| Tops | 121 Falsgrave Road, Scarborough | 757 yd | |
| Bloom | 97 Falsgrave Road, Scarborough | 757 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roscoe's Bar | Roscoe Rooms, Roscoe Street | 635 yd | |
| The Trafalgar | 60 Trafalgar Street West, Scarborough | 676 yd | |
| Home Guard Club | Sherwood Street, Scarborough | 683 yd | |
| The Crown Tavern | 8 Scalby Road, Scarborough | 719 yd | |
| New Tavern | 131 Falsgrave Road, Scarborough | 739 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cappleman's | 79A Murchison Street, Scarborough | 376 yd | |
| Hung Sing | 88 Prospect Road, Scarborough | 399 yd | |
| Hiko's Kebabland | 2 Columbus Ravine, Scarborough | 505 yd | |
| Carols Plaice | 3 Columbus Ravine, Scarborough | 505 yd | |
| Benny's Chinese Takeaway And Noodles Bar | 44 Prospect Road, Scarborough | 506 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Northway, Scarborough | 737 yd | |
| Tesco | 17-19 Castle Road, Scarborough | 1,043 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gladstone Road Primary School WOOLER STREET | 475 yd | |
| Sunset 24/7 34A 34A BELLE VUE STREET | health and fitness suite | 615 yd |
| B J Fitness Centre CLIFTON STREET | health and fitness suite | 913 yd |
| Northstead County Primary School Maple Drive | grass pitches | 1,015 yd |
| Barrowcliff Primary School ASH GROVE | grass pitches | 1,086 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 | 55.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.