Orchard Close is in Bridlington and in East Riding Of Yorkshire district. YO16 6FN is located in the Bridlington North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Yorkshire. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Orchard Close, Bridlington, YO16 6FN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO16 6FL, YO16 6HN, YO16 6HP, YO16 6FW, YO16 6HX, YO16 6HJ, YO16 6JJ, YO16 6HQ, YO16 6HY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO16 6FN has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% 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 | 55.8% | 48.7% | -7.1% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 44.2% | 51.3% | 7.1% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 | 23.2% | 33.2% | 10.0% | 37.9% | -4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.2% | 44.2% | -9.0% | 44.2% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 13.9% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 4.8% |
| Widowed | 12.1% | 8.7% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 2.6% |
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 | 23.8% | 33.9% | 10.1% | 48.4% | -14.5% |
| Good health | 39.8% | 39.6% | -0.2% | 33.6% | 6.0% |
| Fair health | 23.3% | 19.1% | -4.2% | 12.7% | 6.4% |
| Bad health | 11.7% | 4.8% | -6.9% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 2.6% | 1.1% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 20.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 41.6% | 27.8% | -13.8% | 18.2% | 9.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 12% | 2.5% | 9.6% | 2.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.6% | 14.4% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 7.2% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 14.8% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.7% | 20.1% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -13.7% |
| Other | 2.6% | 3.8% | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.5% | 99.6% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 97.1% | 96.2% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 2.6% | 0.2% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 97.4% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 14.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.2% | 76.7% | -10.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 32.5% | 13.5% | 19.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.2% | 37.2% | 5.0% |
| Christian | 54.7% | 46.2% | 8.5% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.6% | 6.0% | -3.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Orchard Close was 12.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 88.8% lower than the Bridlington Central and Old Town average. The most reported crime type was Other crime.
Orchard Close has the 11th lowest crime rate of 95 local areas in Bridlington Central and Old Town and the 141st lowest crime rate of 1,117 local areas in East Riding of Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -48.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Orchard Close, Bridlington, East Riding Of Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2024-12-06 | £291,313 |
| 15 Orchard Close, Bridlington, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £174,000 | 2024-11-18 | £182,411 |
| 3 Orchard Close, Bridlington, East Riding Of Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £254,000 | 2024-02-01 | £270,828 |
| 20 Orchard Close, Bridlington, East Riding Of Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £179,950 | 2023-11-28 | £187,997 |
| 3 Orchard Close, Bridlington, East Riding Of Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £202,000 | 2023-09-29 | £208,686 |
YO16 6FN area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 YO16 6FN area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 37% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 77 |
| Full-Time Employee | 54 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 28 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridlington Nursery School Butts Close , YO16 7BS | 4out of 4 | 1,433 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martongate Primary School Martongate , YO16 6YD | 3out of 4 | 981 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burlington Junior School Marton Road , YO16 7AQ | 2out of 4 | 1,140 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burlington Infant School Marton Road , YO16 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 1,140 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bay Primary School St Alban Road , YO16 7SZ | 2out of 4 | 1,323 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Pasture Lane Primary School Burstall Hill , YO16 7NR | 3out of 4 | 1,707 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Headlands School Sewerby Road , YO16 6UR | 2out of 4 | 1,135 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridlington School Bessingby Road , YO16 4QU | 3out of 4 | 2,691 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| FV Galwadymor | Stanley Gardens | 712 yd | |
| Bridlington Motor Auction | Pinfold Lane, Bridlington | 800 yd | |
| Martongate Community Cafe | Marton Gate, Bridlington | 933 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friendly Forester | 1 Marton Gate, Bridlington | 781 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fish and Chips at 149 /SIDES | 149 Marton Road, Bridlington | 784 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 3 Marton Gate, Bridlington | 781 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Martongate Primary School MARTONGATE | grass pitches | 874 yd |
| Headlands School SEWERBY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,082 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 72.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 74.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.85 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.85 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 29.97 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.