Captain Cooks Crescent is in Whitby and in North Yorkshire district. YO22 4HL 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 Captain Cooks Crescent, Whitby, YO22 4HL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO22 4EP, YO22 4ER, YO22 4EU, YO22 4ES, YO22 4EX, YO22 4EL, YO22 4EH, YO22 4AA, YO22 4AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around YO22 4HL 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 | 48% | 51.1% | 3.1% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 52% | 48.9% | -3.1% | 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 | 37.3% | 39.6% | 2.3% | 37.9% | 1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44.4% | 40.8% | -3.6% | 44.2% | -3.4% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 11.5% | -0.1% | 9.1% | 2.4% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 5% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -1.1% |
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 | 45.3% | 41.2% | -4.1% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 35.8% | -3.0% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 10% | 15.2% | 5.2% | 12.7% | 2.5% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 7.3% | 2.2% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 YO22 4HL this area, 34.1% 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 14.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.8% | 34.1% | -1.7% | 18.2% | 15.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.8% | 13.4% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.5% | 15.7% | -4.8% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.2% | 6.5% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 13% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.8% | 14.9% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -18.9% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.3% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.1% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.9% | 99.1% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 17.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 99.4% 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 | 99.5% | 99.4% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.5% | 99.4% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 16.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 9.8% | -9.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.9% | 76.7% | -3.8% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 26.8% | 13.5% | 13.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.4% | 37.2% | 6.2% |
| Christian | 50.5% | 46.2% | 4.3% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.5% | 6.0% | -0.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Captain Cooks Crescent was 154.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.1% lower than the Whitby Streonshalh average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Captain Cooks Crescent has the 11th highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Whitby Streonshalh and the 177th highest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 86.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 50.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% 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 Captain Cooks Crescent, Whitby, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2024-07-26 | £245,908 |
| 7 Captain Cooks Crescent, Whitby, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £249,950 | 2023-12-20 | £268,040 |
| 16 Captain Cooks Crescent, Whitby, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2021-03-04 | £316,436 |
| 14 Captain Cooks Crescent, Whitby, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £193,500 | 2020-04-24 | £251,311 |
| 16 Captain Cooks Crescent, Whitby, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2019-07-17 | £321,773 |
YO22 4HL 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 60 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Other | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 31 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Education | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Mining and quarrying | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airy Hill Primary School Waterstead Lane , YO21 1PZ | 3out of 4 | 771 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| East Whitby Primary Academy Stainsacre Lane , YO22 4HU | 3out of 4 | 951 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Cliff Primary School Church Square , YO21 3EG | 3out of 4 | 1,212 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stakesby Primary Academy Byland Road , YO21 1HY | 3out of 4 | 1,611 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruswarp Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Ruswarp , YO21 1NJ | 3out of 4 | 2,089 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 | 1,185 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Eskdale School Stainsacre Lane , YO22 4HS | 3out of 4 | 1,284 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 | 1,161 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harbourside Tea Room | 58C Church Street, Whitby | 294 yd | |
| Calla Cafe | Eastside Community Centre, Abbots Road | 557 yd | |
| Mister Chips Restaurant & Take-away | 68-69 Church Street, Whitby | 623 yd | |
| Humble Pie N Mash | 163 Church Street, Whitby | 623 yd | |
| Cosa Nostra | 161 Church Street, Whitby | 623 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle Earth Tavern | 26 Church Street, Whitby | 294 yd | |
| The Endeavour | 66 Church Street, Whitby | 623 yd | |
| The Fleece Inn | 183 Church Street, Whitby | 623 yd | |
| The Waiting Room | 2 Whitby Station, Langborne Road | 706 yd | |
| Green Dragon | 4 - 5 Grape Lane, Whitby | 726 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverside Fisheries Ltd | 3A Church Street, Whitby | 294 yd | |
| Creations | 70 Church Street, Whitby | 623 yd | |
| Pizza Figaro | Unit 1, Langborne Road | 706 yd | |
| Ko Ko Chicken | 2 Grape Lane, Whitby | 727 yd | |
| Dominos Pizza | 7B New Quay Road, Whitby | 743 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Supermarket | Langborne Road, Whitby | 706 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 52-53 Baxtergate, Whitby | 828 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Helredale Football Pitch Helredale Gardens | grass pitches | 584 yd |
| East Whitby Academy STAINSACRE LANE | grass pitches, swimming pool | 885 yd |
| Caedmon College Whitby (Scoresby Site) AIRY HILL | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 947 yd |
| Fitness Machine SILVER STREET | health and fitness suite | 978 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% |
| Median download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 41.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 77.19 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 77.19 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.