Beacon Way is in Sneaton, Whitby and in North Yorkshire district. YO22 5HS is located in the Esk Valley & Coast 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 Beacon Way, Sneaton, Whitby, YO22 5HS 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. The area surrounding YO22 5HS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 51.1% | 49.7% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 48.9% | 50.3% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 YO22 5HS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.3% 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 | 17.7% | 25% | 7.3% | 37.9% | -12.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.1% | 57.3% | -2.8% | 44.2% | 13.1% |
| Separated | 5.1% | 1.2% | -3.9% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 7% | 7.3% | 0.3% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 10.1% | 9.1% | -1.0% | 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 | 47.2% | 47.9% | 0.7% | 48.4% | -0.5% |
| Good health | 27% | 33.9% | 6.9% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 20.2% | 12% | -8.2% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 4.2% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 0.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.9% |
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 | 12.7% | 20.5% | 7.8% | 18.2% | 2.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 4.3% | -7.7% | 9.6% | -5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 9.3% | -8.4% | 13.4% | -4.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 6.8% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 14.3% | 4.8% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.1% | 41.6% | 5.5% | 33.8% | 7.8% |
| Other | 5.1% | 3.1% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| White | 100% | 96.4% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.1% | 0.9% |
| Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 94.7% 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 | 98.9% | 94.7% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 11.5% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 3.7% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -5.1% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 93.8% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77% | 76.7% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 20.4% | 13.5% | 6.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.2% | 37.2% | -10.0% |
| Christian | 68.6% | 46.2% | 22.4% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 3.7% | 6.0% | -2.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Beacon Way was 65.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 30.1% higher than the Derwent Valley & Moor average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Beacon Way has the 10th highest crime rate of 51 local areas in Derwent Valley & Moor and the 603rd highest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -51.1%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Laurels Beacon Way, Whitby, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2023-09-21 | £181,488 |
| Field View Beacon Way, Whitby, North Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2023-09-21 | £170,172 |
| Beaconsfield House Beacon Way, Whitby, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-09-14 | £186,673 |
| Beacon House Beacon Way, Whitby, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2023-06-13 | £443,976 |
| Ivy Cottage Beacon Way, Whitby, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £381,000 | 2021-09-29 | £446,080 |
YO22 5HS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Less than 1% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 32% 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.
YO22 5HS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
| Self-Employed | 52 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Education | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruswarp Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Ruswarp , YO21 1NJ | 3out of 4 | 1,624 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| East Whitby Primary Academy Stainsacre Lane , YO22 4HU | 3out of 4 | 2,458 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Airy Hill Primary School Waterstead Lane , YO21 1PZ | 3out of 4 | 2,634 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawsker Cum Stainsacre Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Hawsker , YO22 4LA | 3out of 4 | 3,086 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sleights Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Ingham Close , Sleights YO22 5DN | 3out of 4 | 3,103 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eskdale School Stainsacre Lane , YO22 4HS | 3out of 4 | 2,082 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Caedmon College Whitby Prospect Hill , YO21 1LA | 3out of 4 | 2,976 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 | 3,335 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon Farm Tea Room | Beacon Farm, Beacon Way | 6 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 | 97.1% |
| 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 | 2.9% |
| Median download speed | 54.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.66 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.