Cliff Street is in Whitby and in North Yorkshire district. YO21 3DE 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 Cliff Street, Whitby, YO21 3DE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO21 3DG, YO21 3DF, YO21 3BW, YO21 3BP, YO21 3BN, YO21 3BL, YO21 3AU, YO21 3FB, YO21 3BB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding YO21 3DE is primarily male, with 57.1% 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 | 40.3% | 42.9% | 2.6% | 51.0% | -8.1% |
| Male | 59.7% | 57.1% | -2.6% | 49.0% | 8.1% |
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 | 25.2% | 21.2% | -4.0% | 37.9% | -16.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43% | 36.4% | -6.6% | 44.2% | -7.8% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Separated | 2% | 4.2% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Divorced | 18.5% | 22.9% | 4.4% | 9.1% | 13.8% |
| Widowed | 11.3% | 13.6% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 7.5% |
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 (65.9%) 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 | 23.9% | 27% | 3.1% | 48.4% | -21.4% |
| Good health | 35.8% | 38.9% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 23.3% | 23.8% | 0.5% | 12.7% | 11.1% |
| Bad health | 13.2% | 8.7% | -4.5% | 4.0% | 4.7% |
| Very bad health | 3.8% | 1.6% | -2.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 37.7% | 25.7% | -12.0% | 18.2% | 7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 10.6% | 0.0% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 8% | -7.2% | 13.4% | -5.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 12.4% | 7.8% | 5.3% | 7.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.9% | 16.8% | 8.9% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.5% | 23% | 4.5% | 33.8% | -10.8% |
| Other | 5.3% | 3.5% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.4% | 98.4% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
In this area, 98.4% 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 | 96.2% | 98.4% | 2.2% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 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 | 95.6% | 98.4% | 2.8% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77% | 76.7% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| No passport held | 22.2% | 13.5% | 8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46% | 37.2% | 8.8% |
| Christian | 46% | 46.2% | -0.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 2.4% | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cliff Street was 719.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 291.2% higher than the Whitby Streonshalh average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cliff Street has the 2nd highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Whitby Streonshalh and the 17th highest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 310.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -41.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bolton Buildings Cliff Street, Whitby, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,005 | 2012-03-30 | £204,265 |
YO21 3DE area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 17% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% 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 3DE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 3DE 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 | 42 |
| Full-Time Employee | 19 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Part-Time Employee | 9 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Cliff Primary School Church Square , YO21 3EG | 3out of 4 | 278 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stakesby Primary Academy Byland Road , YO21 1HY | 3out of 4 | 951 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Airy Hill Primary School Waterstead Lane , YO21 1PZ | 3out of 4 | 1,000 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| East Whitby Primary Academy Stainsacre Lane , YO22 4HU | 3out of 4 | 1,819 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruswarp Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Ruswarp , YO21 1NJ | 3out of 4 | 2,216 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 | 801 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eskdale School Stainsacre Lane , YO22 4HS | 3out of 4 | 2,081 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 | 492 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emma's Diner | 36 - 37 Flowergate, Whitby | 46 yd | |
| Crocodile | 33 Flowergate, Whitby | 47 yd | |
| The Yard | 48A Flowergate, Whitby | 47 yd | |
| Rusty Shears | 3 Silver Street, Whitby | 72 yd | |
| Lush Coffee | 25 Silver Street, Whitby | 72 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elsinore Hotel | 25 Flowergate, Whitby | 46 yd | |
| The Little Angel | 17 - 18 Flowergate, Whitby | 76 yd | |
| Beer O'Clock | 11 Flowergate, Whitby | 76 yd | |
| Resolution Hotel | 1 Skinner Street, Whitby | 104 yd | |
| Jolly Sailors | 12/13 St Anns Staith, Whitby | 111 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Greedy Pig | 5 Golden Lion Bank, Whitby | 76 yd | |
| Bitz N Pizzas | 24 Flowergate, Whitby | 76 yd | |
| Silver Street Fisheries | 22 Silver Street, Whitby | 98 yd | |
| Harbour Grill | Kiosk 3, Pier Road | 151 yd | |
| Angel Fisheries | Angel Yard, Baxtergate | 163 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 52-53 Baxtergate, Whitby | 167 yd | |
| Co-op Supermarket | Langborne Road, Whitby | 296 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fitness Machine SILVER STREET | health and fitness suite | 46 yd |
| Westcliffe Ladies Fitness Centre ESPLANADE | health and fitness suite | 295 yd |
| Whitby Leisure Centre WHITBY LEISURE CENTRE WHITBY LEISURE CENTRE CRESCENT AVENUE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool, tennis courts | 517 yd |
| Caedmon College Whitby (Normanby Site) PROSPECT HILL | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 812 yd |
| Turnbull Ground The Turnbull Ground The Turnbull Ground Upgang Lane | grass pitches | 939 yd |
| Whitby Cricket Club Upgang Ln | grass pitches | 952 yd |
| Stakesby Primary Academy BYLAND ROAD | grass pitches | 1,006 yd |
| Caedmon College Whitby (Scoresby Site) AIRY HILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 1,051 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.