The Beach is in Filey and in North Yorkshire district. YO14 9LW is located in the Filey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Thirsk and Malton. This postcode has been in use since 1999-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Beach, Filey, YO14 9LW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO14 9BZ, YO14 9LE, YO14 9DN, YO14 9HG, YO14 9DL, YO14 9LD, YO14 9DJ, YO14 9DP, YO14 9DR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO14 9LW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% 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 | 52.8% | 49.3% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 47.2% | 50.7% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 | 30% | 26.1% | -3.9% | 37.9% | -11.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43% | 43.6% | 0.6% | 44.2% | -0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 5.9% | 3.5% | 2.2% | 3.7% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 12.8% | 1.2% | 9.1% | 3.7% |
| Widowed | 13% | 10.6% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 4.5% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35.4% | 33.6% | -1.8% | 48.4% | -14.8% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 41.1% | 7.5% | 33.6% | 7.5% |
| Fair health | 21.4% | 16.4% | -5.0% | 12.7% | 3.7% |
| Bad health | 6.6% | 6.5% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 2.5% |
| Very bad health | 3.1% | 2.3% | -0.8% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 32.4% | 21.1% | -11.3% | 18.2% | 2.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.1% | 10.5% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.6% | 16.3% | 5.7% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 4.7% | -2.5% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 15.8% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.7% | 30.5% | 8.8% | 33.8% | -3.3% |
| Other | 5.3% | 1.1% | -4.2% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.1% | 97.7% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
In this area, 94.4% 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 | 96.5% | 94.4% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.2% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 3.2% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 95.3% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 1.4% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74% | 76.7% | -2.7% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 24.2% | 13.5% | 10.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.3% | 37.2% | 1.1% |
| Christian | 54.7% | 46.2% | 8.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.5% | 6.0% | 0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Beach was 78.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.6% higher than the Filey average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
The Beach has the 13th highest crime rate of 40 local areas in Filey and the 482nd highest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.6%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 40 Deepdene The Beach, Filey, North Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £600,000 | 2025-09-17 | £600,000 |
| Flat 14 Deepdene The Beach, Filey, North Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2025-08-27 | £416,749 |
| Flat 40 Deepdene The Beach, Filey, North Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £548,740 | 2023-12-08 | £554,918 |
| Flat 32 Deepdene The Beach, Filey, North Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2021-06-25 | £310,394 |
| Flat 25 Deepdene The Beach, Filey, North Yorkshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2020-11-12 | £260,915 |
YO14 9LW 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 YO14 9LW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 82 |
| Full-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filey Junior School West Road , YO14 9LU | 3out of 4 | 657 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Filey Church of England Nursery and Infants Academy Padbury Avenue , YO14 0BA | 3out of 4 | 662 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hunmanby Primary School Priest Close , Hunmanby YO14 0QH | 3out of 4 | 3,862 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EBOR Academy Filey Muston Road , YO14 0HG | 2out of 4 | 1,313 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pines Coffee Lounge And Diner | 7 Hope Street, Filey | 168 yd | |
| Filey Curry House | 19 Hope Street, Filey | 168 yd | |
| San Marco | 13-15 Murray Street, Filey | 188 yd | |
| The Boat Shed | 7 Murray Street, Filey | 188 yd | |
| Captain Wills | 11 Murray Street, Filey | 191 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Imperial Vaults | 20 - 22 Hope Street, Filey | 130 yd | |
| Three Tuns Hotel | 24 Murray Street, Filey | 230 yd | |
| Banks Lounge Bar | 5 Murray Street, Filey | 246 yd | |
| Conservative Club | 24 Belle Vue Street, Filey | 265 yd | |
| Cobblers Arms | 2 Union Street, Filey | 297 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Filey Stone Bake | 1 John Street, Filey | 212 yd | |
| New Kam San | 12 Murray Street, Filey | 256 yd | |
| Scoops Ice Cream | Holdsworth Amusements, 7 - 11 Coble Landing | 275 yd | |
| Shuga Shak | Kiosk D39, Coble Landing | 275 yd | |
| The Galley | Kiosk D11, Coble Landing | 275 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Station Avenue, Filey | 575 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 16 Station Avenue, Filey | 628 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Filey Sports Association RECREATION GROUND RECREATION GROUND CLARENCE DRIVE | grass pitches | 563 yd |
| Filey Tennis Club Southdene | tennis courts | 578 yd |
| Filey Junior School WEST ROAD | grass pitches | 758 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 | 47.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 43.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 54.83 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 54.83 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.