Cayton ward is located in the Scarborough district of North Yorkshire, covering the village of Cayton and surrounding rural areas. The ward lies just south of Scarborough, with easy access to the A165 road connecting it to nearby towns. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types, including detached homes and smaller properties. Local amenities include a primary school, village hall, and a few shops and pubs serving the community.
The surrounding landscape features open farmland and gentle hills, typical of the North Yorkshire countryside. Cayton Bay, a short distance from the village, offers a sandy beach popular with walkers and surfers. The ward has good transport links, with regular bus services to Scarborough and beyond. Agriculture remains a key part of the local economy, alongside tourism due to its coastal proximity.
On average Cayton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 48 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Cayton is £38,200 per year. There are 2 schools in Cayton: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 89 recent sales, the median property price is £222,500 in Cayton area, with individual transactions ranging from £58,000 up to £610,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 37 | £308,750 |
| Flats | 2 | £74,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 35 | £192,000 |
| Terraced | 15 | £201,000 |
10 years price trend in Cayton
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Carr House Lane
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Carless Lane
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Dolphin Way
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Beck Hole
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Stonepit Lane
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Cayton Approach
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Lodge Close
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Harford Road
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Shelley Close
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Dairy Lane
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Filey Road
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Mill Lane
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Hunters Close
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Seafield Avenue
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The Pastures
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Osgodby Grove
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Chapel Lane
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Osgodby Close
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Lingholm Lane
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Middlefield Close
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Station Road
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Redcliffe Lane
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Killerby Lane
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Dairy Lane
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Fenton Close
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West Garth Gardens
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Killerby Lane
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Bradworth Close
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Green Park Avenue
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Church Lane
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Filey Road
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.