Willow Drive is in Bridlington and in East Yorkshire district. YO16 6UZ 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 Willow Drive, Bridlington, YO16 6UZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO16 6TW, YO16 6UY, YO16 6TS, YO16 6TA, YO16 6UX, YO16 6UT, YO16 6UU, YO16 6TE, YO16 6TD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO16 6UZ 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 | 52.2% | 48.7% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 47.8% | 51.3% | 3.5% | 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.
In the immediate vicinity of YO16 6UZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.6% 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 | 20.8% | 26.2% | 5.4% | 37.9% | -11.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.6% | 53.6% | 0.0% | 44.2% | 9.4% |
| Separated | 4.2% | 1.2% | -3.0% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 9.5% | 9.5% | 0.0% | 9.1% | 0.4% |
| Widowed | 11.9% | 9.5% | -2.4% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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 | 34.8% | 45.5% | 10.7% | 48.4% | -2.9% |
| Good health | 38.6% | 33.9% | -4.7% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 16.9% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 2.6% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -1.4% |
| Very bad health | 4.3% | 1.1% | -3.2% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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.
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 22.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31% | 23.2% | -7.8% | 18.2% | 5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.1% | 8.3% | -4.8% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 16.7% | 1.8% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 7.7% | 2.9% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 17.9% | 7.2% | 16.9% | 1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.4% | 22.6% | 1.2% | 33.8% | -11.2% |
| Other | 4.2% | 3.6% | -0.6% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.5% | 98.9% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 98.4% | 95.8% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 96.3% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 13.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.5% | 76.7% | -3.2% |
| Italy | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 23.8% | 13.5% | 10.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.4% | 37.2% | -1.8% |
| Christian | 56.1% | 46.2% | 9.9% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Willow Drive was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Bridlington Central and Old Town average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Willow Drive, Bridlington, East Riding Of Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2025-03-13 | £250,975 |
| 23 Willow Drive, Bridlington, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2025-03-03 | £155,598 |
| 20 Willow Drive, Bridlington, East Riding Of Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2023-08-29 | £250,596 |
| 21 Willow Drive, Bridlington, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-06-23 | £222,391 |
| 20 Willow Drive, Bridlington, East Riding Of Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £227,000 | 2022-07-08 | £241,041 |
YO16 6UZ 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 YO16 6UZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 69 |
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Other | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridlington Nursery School Butts Close , YO16 7BS | 4out of 4 | 1,721 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 | 786 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bay Primary School St Alban Road , YO16 7SZ | 2out of 4 | 1,610 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burlington Junior School Marton Road , YO16 7AQ | 2out of 4 | 2,029 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burlington Infant School Marton Road , YO16 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 2,029 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Quay Academy Oxford Street , YO16 4LB | 2out of 4 | 2,410 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | 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 | 624 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bridlington School Bessingby Road , YO16 4QU | 3out of 4 | 3,257 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Martongate Community Cafe | Marton Gate, Bridlington | 501 yd | |
| The Old Forge | 30 Main Street, Sewerby | 645 yd | |
| Blu Savannah | 30 Cliff Road, Sewerby | 664 yd | |
| Sewerby Clock Tower Tea Rooms | Church Lane, Sewerby | 1,010 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sewerby Cricket Tea Room | Cliff Road, Sewerby | 664 yd | |
| The Ship Inn | 30 Cliff Road, Sewerby | 664 yd | |
| Friendly Forester | 1 Marton Gate, Bridlington | 738 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sands Refreshments | North Marine Promenade, Bridlington | 992 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 3 Marton Gate, Bridlington | 738 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Headlands School SEWERBY ROAD | grass pitches | 732 yd |
| Martongate Primary School MARTONGATE | grass pitches | 901 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 | 30.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 29.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 41.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 41.3 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.