Lawson Road is in Bridlington and in East Riding Of Yorkshire district. YO16 7LZ is located in the Bridlington Central and Old Town electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of East Yorkshire. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Lawson Road, Bridlington, YO16 7LZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO16 7NE, YO16 7LH, YO16 7LF, YO16 7LA, YO16 7LP, YO16 7LW, YO16 7LU, YO16 7LY, YO16 7LS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO16 7LZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 52.1% | 49.5% | -2.6% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 47.9% | 50.5% | 2.6% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 | 19.9% | 37.4% | 17.5% | 37.9% | -0.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.5% | 26.1% | -8.4% | 44.2% | -18.1% |
| Separated | 4.4% | 2.4% | -2.0% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 19.5% | 18% | -1.5% | 9.1% | 8.9% |
| Widowed | 21.7% | 16.1% | -5.6% | 6.1% | 10.0% |
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 (56.9%) 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 | 23.2% | 30.3% | 7.1% | 48.4% | -18.1% |
| Good health | 22.1% | 26.6% | 4.5% | 33.6% | -7.0% |
| Fair health | 28.8% | 23.6% | -5.2% | 12.7% | 10.9% |
| Bad health | 18.4% | 14.8% | -3.6% | 4.0% | 10.8% |
| Very bad health | 7.5% | 4.8% | -2.7% | 1.2% | 3.6% |
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 YO16 7LZ this area, 42% 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 9.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 61.1% | 42% | -19.1% | 18.2% | 23.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.4% | 19.3% | 10.9% | 9.6% | 9.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.1% | 13.2% | 2.1% | 13.4% | -0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 6.6% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 4% | 6.6% | 2.6% | 16.9% | -10.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.5% | 9.9% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -23.9% |
| Other | 5.3% | 2.4% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| White | 100% | 99.6% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 96.4% 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 | 99.3% | 96.4% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.3% | 96.4% | -2.9% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 56.7% | 76.7% | -20.0% |
| Lithuania | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 40.7% | 13.5% | 27.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.6% | 37.2% | -0.6% |
| Christian | 55.1% | 46.2% | 8.9% |
| Not answered | 8.3% | 6.0% | 2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Lawson Road was 171.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 60.5% higher than the Bridlington Central and Old Town average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Lawson Road has the 13th highest crime rate of 95 local areas in Bridlington Central and Old Town and the 80th highest crime rate of 1,117 local areas in East Riding of Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 83.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.6%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 100% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Lawson Road, Bridlington, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2017-10-06 | £154,871 |
| 18 Lawson Road, Bridlington, East Riding Of Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £88,000 | 2006-01-13 | £140,935 |
The percentage of retired residents living in YO16 7LZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 44% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 93 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Full-Time Employee | 20 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridlington Nursery School Butts Close , YO16 7BS | 4out of 4 | 560 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington Junior School Marton Road , YO16 7AQ | 2out of 4 | 654 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burlington Infant School Marton Road , YO16 7AQ | 3out of 4 | 654 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bay Primary School St Alban Road , YO16 7SZ | 2out of 4 | 655 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Quay Academy Oxford Street , YO16 4LB | 2out of 4 | 702 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| New Pasture Lane Primary School Burstall Hill , YO16 7NR | 3out of 4 | 1,088 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridlington School Bessingby Road , YO16 4QU | 3out of 4 | 1,027 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Headlands School Sewerby Road , YO16 6UR | 2out of 4 | 1,637 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applegarth Court (The Russet) | Applegarth Lane, Bridlington | 116 yd | |
| Indian Palace | 124 St John Street, Bridlington | 209 yd | |
| Saffron Indian Cuisine | 106-108 St John Street, Bridlington | 209 yd | |
| China City | 128-130 St John Street, Bridlington | 209 yd | |
| Excellence Cafe | 102 St John Street, Bridlington | 209 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Old Ship Inn | 90 St John Street, Bridlington | 209 yd | |
| Bull & Sun | 11 Baylegate, Bridlington | 304 yd | |
| The Olde Globe Inn | 82 High Street, Bridlington | 582 yd | |
| The Board Inn | 62 High Street, Bridlington | 582 yd | |
| Black Lion | 93-95 High Street, Bridlington | 611 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kam San Chinese Takeaway | 26 St John Street, Bridlington | 209 yd | |
| Bodrum (RSM PIZZA LTD ) | 126 St John Street, Bridlington | 209 yd | |
| Royal Chef | 67 Queensgate, Bridlington | 245 yd | |
| Queensgate Fisheries | 65 Queensgate, Bridlington | 245 yd | |
| Lucky Dragon | 266-268 Quay Road, Bridlington | 376 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 100 St John Street, Bridlington | 209 yd | |
| Tesco | Hilderthorpe Road, Bridlington | 894 yd | |
| Lidl | Hilderthorpe Road, Bridlington | 1,075 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Body Zone (Closed) St. John Street | health and fitness suite | 179 yd |
| Bridlington Town Football Club The Hudgell Solicitor Stadium The Hudgell Solicitor Stadium QUEENSGATE | grass pitches | 269 yd |
| East Riding College ST. MARYS WALK | grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 304 yd |
| Dukes Park QUEENSGATE | grass pitches | 320 yd |
| Elite Muscle And Fitness (Closed) Quay Road | health and fitness suite | 380 yd |
| Moorfield Road Recreation Ground ST. WILFRED ROAD | tennis courts | 581 yd |
| Quay Academy OXFORD STREET | grass pitches | 584 yd |
| Bridlington Sports And Community Club Moorfield Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 603 yd |
| Burlington Junior School (Closed) Marton Road | swimming pool | 770 yd |
| East Riding Leisure Bridlington GYPSEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 1,003 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 | 38.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 67.12 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 67.12 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 18.76 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.