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York (YO21)
The YO21 postcode area is located in the York postcode town region, within the county of North Yorkshire, and contains a total of 758 individual postcodes.
There are 69 electoral wards in the YO21 postcode area, including Bridlington, Driffield, Filey, Malton, Pickering, Scarborough, Selby, Thirsk, Whitby, York which come under the local authority of the Scarborough Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 18% of people in YO21 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 YO21 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The YO21 postcode area is in the north of the city of York in North Yorkshire, England. It has been in operation since 1996, and includes the Scarborough and Filey townships, the village of Cayton and the North Yorkshire Moors National Park.
The postcode is made up of two sectors: YO21 1 and YO21 2. YO21 1 covers the central and western parts of the Borough of Scarborough, including Cayton village, and YO21 2 covers the eastern and northern parts, including Filey and its surrounding villages such as Muston and Gristhorpe.
Economic activities and attractions in the YO21 area include coastal resorts such as Filey, Scarborough and Cayton Bay, golf clubs and beaches, as well as the Yorkshire Wildlife Park. There are also many beautiful country walks through the picturesque North York Moors National Park.
The area is served by a number of bus services connecting towns and villages in the vicinity of Scarborough and Filey. There are multiple train stations in the area, including Scarborough, Seamer, Filey and Grosmont. The only airport close by is Humberside Airport, which is over 70 miles away.
TheYO21 postcode area is attractive to tourists and holiday makers, as well as those looking to enjoy a tranquil rural lifestyle. It is well served by public transport links and a plethora of interesting attractions.
Demographics
North Yorkshire
YO21 is located in the county of North Yorkshire, in England.
North Yorkshire has a total population of 1,145,700, making it the 14th largest county in the UK.
North Yorkshire has a total area of 3341 square miles, and a population density of 132 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | YO21 |
| Postal Town | York |
| MSOA Name | Scarborough 001 |
| LSOA Name | Scarborough 001D |
| County | North Yorkshire |
| Region | North Yorkshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Scarborough |
| Area Classification | Urban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%) |
YO21 Electoral Wards
The postal region of YO21, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Chris H
Monday, April 8, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 18% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.