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Barrowcliff & Northstead

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About

Barrowcliff & Northstead are residential areas in Scarborough, North Yorkshire, known for their proximity to the coast and local amenities. The neighbourhoods feature a mix of housing, including terraced homes and post-war estates, catering to families and older residents. Nearby parks and green spaces provide recreational options, while schools and shops serve the community's daily needs.

The area is close to Northstead Manor Gardens and Peasholm Park, offering scenic walks and events. Public transport links connect Barrowcliff & Northstead to Scarborough town centre, making it convenient for commuting. The seafront is within walking distance, with attractions like the Open Air Theatre drawing visitors. The area balances residential living with easy access to leisure and services.

Area overview

On average Barrowcliff & Northstead has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 85 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 22.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Barrowcliff & Northstead is £30,100 per year. There are 3 schools in Barrowcliff & Northstead: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
85
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
2/10
Social housing
22.2%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Barrowcliff & Northstead Population
5,563
Population density
4,038.2 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,138
92.38%
Other White
221
3.97%
White and Asian (mixed)
28
0.5%
Other Asian
26
0.47%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
23
0.41%
Total population: 5,562

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
753
31.59%
Other social rented
611
25.63%
Owns with a mortgage
521
21.85%
Private landlord or letting agency
246
10.32%
Social rents from council
191
8.01%
Total households: 2,384

Property prices in Barrowcliff & Northstead

Based on 61 recent sales, the median property price is £185,000 in Barrowcliff & Northstead area, with individual transactions ranging from £65,000 up to £500,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Barrowcliff & Northstead in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Barrowcliff & Northstead over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached7£350,000
Flats14£153,250
Semi-Detached29£240,000
Terraced11£152,000

10 years median price trend in Barrowcliff & Northstead

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Barrowcliff & Northstead.

All postcodes in Barrowcliff & Northstead

YO126AU

Weydale Avenue

YO126NQ

Ash Grove

YO126ET

Prospect Park

YO127NB

Columbus Ravine

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.