25,109TOTAL POPULATION
11,534HOUSEHOLDS
6.3%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£22,360AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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YO16 POSTCODE REGION

York (YO16)

The YO16 postcode area is located in the York postcode town region, within the county of Yorkshire, and contains a total of 1120 individual postcodes.

There are 10 electoral wards in the YO16 postcode area, including Bridlington, Driffield, Filey, Malton, Pickering, Scarborough, Selby, Thirsk, Whitby, York which come under the local authority of the East Riding of Yorkshire Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 12% of people in YO16 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of YO16 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


YO16 is a postcode district that covers the town of Scarborough, North Yorkshire, in the North of England. It is one of the larger postcode districts in the UK, covering a total area of 46.52 square miles.

The district and the surrounding area contains a variety of attractions for visitors to enjoy, and there are many businesses located here. These include retail outlets, restaurants, cafes, tourist attractions, and accommodation providers.

The YO16 district is served by two railway stations, Scarborough and Seamer, which both have services to York, Leeds, and other major cities.

The district is also well served by a number of bus companies operating both locally and regionally.

The Scarborough area has a long and varied history of settlement, and there are a number of ancient ruins dotted around the district. These include the ruins of a Norman Castle, and a 12th century Abbey.

As well as the attractions, the YO16 area also has a number of well-regarded schools and educational institutions. These include the Stephen Joseph Theatre, which is a highly respected amateur theatre company, and Scarborough Sixth Form College.

There are many recreational activities to enjoy in the district, such as the Royal Albert Drive Golf Course, South Cliff Beach, North Bay Aquarium, and Filey Bird Gardens.

The YO16 postcode is also home to a number of historical sites which are well worth a visit. These include Scarborough Castle, the Rotunda Museum, and Scarborough Maritime Heritage Centre.

TheYO16 postcode district has something for everyone, from historical attractions to modern amenities, and it is a great destination for a family holiday or weekend break.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 89%WORKING
  • 11%UNEMPLOYED

11% of people in YO16 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 12%AB
  • 54%C2/C2
  • 34%DE

According to census records, 12% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 97%WHITE
  • 3%NON-WHITE

97% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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Yorkshire

The county of Yorkshire

YO16 is located in the county of Yorkshire, in England.

Yorkshire has a total population of 0, making it the largest county in the UK.

Yorkshire has a total area of square miles, and a population density of people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Yorkshire Postal Town Map
Outward CodeYO16
Postal TownYork
MSOA NameEast Riding of Yorkshire 003
LSOA NameEast Riding of Yorkshire 003C
CountyYorkshire
RegionYorkshire
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityEast Riding of Yorkshire
Area ClassificationLargely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%)

YO16 Electoral Wards

The postal region of YO16, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Bempton
Boynton
Bridlington
Buckton
Grindale
Gypsey Race
Marton
Old Town
Sewerby
Speeton
West Hill
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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