Brunswick Terrace is in Whitby and in North Yorkshire district. YO21 1QY is located in the Whitby Streonshalh 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 Brunswick Terrace, Whitby, YO21 1QY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO21 1QX, YO21 3BH, YO21 1RB, YO21 3BQ, YO21 1DE, YO21 1BN, YO21 1RD, YO21 1DY, YO21 1DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around YO21 1QY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 51.1% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 50% | 48.9% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 34.5% | 36.5% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -1.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 29.1% | 41.3% | 12.2% | 44.2% | -2.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 4.8% | 0% | -4.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 19.4% | 14.3% | -5.1% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 6.3% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 32.6% | 40.2% | 7.6% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 44% | 36.4% | -7.6% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 18.2% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 5.5% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 3.8% | -1.6% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 21.2% | 22.2% | 1.0% | 18.2% | 4.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 14.3% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 4.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 11.9% | -3.3% | 13.4% | -1.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.5% | 4.8% | -0.7% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 19% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.4% | 27.8% | 5.4% | 33.8% | -6.0% |
| Other | 3.6% | 0% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 1.1% | 1.9% |
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.9% | 89.4% | -9.5% | 81.4% | 8.0% |
| Other | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 1.6% | 3.7% |
In this area, 85.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.7% | 85.5% | -10.2% | 83.2% | 2.3% |
| European Union | 3.3% | 8.4% | 5.1% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 5.6% | -1.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.7% | 84.8% | -10.9% | 83.2% | 1.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 6.1% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -3.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 3% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 3.8% | 2.7% | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.2% | 76.7% | -5.5% |
| Germany | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| Romania | 3% | 0.9% | 2.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 21.2% | 13.5% | 7.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 53% | 46.2% | 6.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 4.5% | 6.5% | -2.0% |
| Not answered | 0.8% | 6.0% | -5.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brunswick Terrace was 221.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.4% higher than the Whitby Streonshalh average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Brunswick Terrace has the 7th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Whitby Streonshalh and the 101st highest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 92.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 53.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Brunswick Terrace, Whitby, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2002-08-06 | £405,296 |
YO21 1QY 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 YO21 1QY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 38 |
| Full-Time Employee | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Cliff Primary School Church Square , YO21 3EG | 3out of 4 | 336 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stakesby Primary Academy Byland Road , YO21 1HY | 3out of 4 | 832 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Airy Hill Primary School Waterstead Lane , YO21 1PZ | 3out of 4 | 859 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| East Whitby Primary Academy Stainsacre Lane , YO22 4HU | 3out of 4 | 1,744 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruswarp Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Ruswarp , YO21 1NJ | 3out of 4 | 2,051 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caedmon College Whitby Prospect Hill , YO21 1LA | 3out of 4 | 638 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eskdale School Stainsacre Lane , YO22 4HS | 3out of 4 | 1,984 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Christian Language School for Functional English 5 Chubb Hill Road , High Stakesby YO21 1JU | - not rated | 354 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapel On The Hill | Brunswick Street, Whitby | 45 yd | |
| The Peoples Kitchen / The Peoples Fridge | Rear Of, Flowergate United Reformed Church | 50 yd | |
| Lucky House | 41 Baxtergate, Whitby | 77 yd | |
| No. 54 Bistro Bar | 54 Baxtergate, Whitby | 94 yd | |
| The Pot And Pineapple | 5B Skinner Street, Whitby | 117 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| George Hotel | 38 Baxtergate, Whitby | 77 yd | |
| The Whitby Way | The Whitby Way, 7 Wellington Road | 99 yd | |
| The Black Swan | 69 Baxtergate, Whitby | 126 yd | |
| The Little Angel | 17 - 18 Flowergate, Whitby | 126 yd | |
| Beer O'Clock | 11 Flowergate, Whitby | 126 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | 16 Station Square, Whitby | 118 yd | |
| The Greedy Pig | 5 Golden Lion Bank, Whitby | 126 yd | |
| Bitz N Pizzas | 24 Flowergate, Whitby | 126 yd | |
| Angel Fisheries | Angel Yard, Baxtergate | 177 yd | |
| Dominos Pizza | 7B New Quay Road, Whitby | 193 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 52-53 Baxtergate, Whitby | 89 yd | |
| Co-op Supermarket | Langborne Road, Whitby | 210 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fitness Machine SILVER STREET | health and fitness suite | 165 yd |
| Westcliffe Ladies Fitness Centre ESPLANADE | health and fitness suite | 411 yd |
| Whitby Leisure Centre WHITBY LEISURE CENTRE WHITBY LEISURE CENTRE CRESCENT AVENUE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 509 yd |
| Caedmon College Whitby (Normanby Site) PROSPECT HILL | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 653 yd |
| Stakesby Primary Academy BYLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 895 yd |
| Caedmon College Whitby (Scoresby Site) AIRY HILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 896 yd |
| Turnbull Ground The Turnbull Ground The Turnbull Ground Upgang Lane | grass pitches | 937 yd |
| Whitby Cricket Club Upgang Ln | grass pitches | 965 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.