YO21 2RY is in Kildale, Whitby and North Yorkshire district. YO21 2RY is located in the Great Ayton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Richmond (Yorks). This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kildale, Whitby, YO21 2RY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding YO21 2RY is primarily male, with 54.2% of the population 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 | 50.3% | 45.8% | -4.5% | 51.0% | -5.2% |
| Male | 49.7% | 54.2% | 4.5% | 49.0% | 5.2% |
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 YO21 2RY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55% 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 | 14.4% | 29.5% | 15.1% | 37.9% | -8.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 76.3% | 55% | -21.3% | 44.2% | 10.8% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 4.7% | 3.0% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 4.2% | 7.8% | 3.6% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 3.4% | 3.1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.9% | 45.4% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -3.0% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 35.5% | -1.2% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 11.6% | 12.1% | 0.5% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 6.4% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 2.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 43.2% | 21.4% | -21.8% | 18.2% | 3.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 15.1% | 4.9% | 9.6% | 5.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 8.7% | -4.0% | 13.4% | -4.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 8.7% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.6% | 14.3% | 6.7% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.2% | 29.4% | 8.2% | 33.8% | -4.4% |
| Other | 1.7% | 2.4% | 0.7% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.3% | 98.6% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
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 | 98.6% | 95.8% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 2.8% | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 95.8% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 9.8% | -7.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.4% | 76.7% | -6.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 28.2% | 13.5% | 14.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.8% | 37.2% | -6.4% |
| Christian | 59.4% | 46.2% | 13.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around YO21 2RY was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Great Ayton average.
YO21 2RY has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 57 local areas in Great Ayton and the 91st lowest crime rate of 2,065 local areas in North Yorkshire .
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 -53.7%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapel House, Whitby, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £445,000 | 2021-09-27 | £521,012 |
| Overbeck Cottage, Whitby, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2019-02-04 | £434,981 |
| Burton Grange, York, North Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £2,800,000 | 2016-03-31 | £3,519,593 |
| Chapel House, Whitby, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £48,000 | 2000-12-22 | £162,353 |
| Levenbeck Cottage, Whitby, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £101,800 | 1996-09-30 | £478,923 |
YO21 2RY area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 20% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
YO21 2RY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 40 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Other | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Human health and social work activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ingleby Greenhow Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Ingleby Greenhow , Great Ayton TS9 6LL | 3out of 4 | 5,453 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kildale Sports Field KILDALE SPORTS CLUB KILDALE SPORTS CLUB KILDALE TO DISTRICT BOUNDARY | grass pitches | 348 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.