About Cayton

Cayton is a coastal village located in North Yorkshire, England, within the YO11 postcode area. Situated on the North Sea coast, it lies just east of the town of Scarborough and is known for its sandy beach and promenade. The village has a long history as a seaside resort, with a range of amenities including cafes, shops, and a small harbour. A notable feature is the Cayton Bay Golf Course, which offers views across the bay and is popular with local residents and visitors alike. The area is also home to a small marina, providing moorings for pleasure craft. The village retains a relaxed atmosphere, with a mix of holiday homes and permanent residences. Its proximity to Scarborough makes it easily accessible for day trips and leisure activities.

School Ratings in Cayton

Cayton is served by 35 schools. Childhaven Community Nursery School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cayton

Property prices average £201K across the area, and flats are the most common property type, typically selling for £129K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cayton

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Cayton, with 124 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cayton

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Cayton falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Cayton

Most properties in Cayton can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,599 sales

Average Price £201K
£200 — £14M
Detached £283K 776
Semi £177K 1,371
Terraced £166K 950
Flat £129K 2,099

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

19 Primary
6 Secondary
10 Other
George Pindar School Secondary 0.5 miles Cayton Community Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Scarborough South Children's Centre Requires Improvement 0.6 miles St George's Catholic Primary School - a Catholic voluntary academy Primary Good 0.7 miles Cambian Scarborough School Good 0.8 miles Braeburn Primary and Nursery Academy Primary 0.8 miles Scarborough, Overdale Community Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Wheatcroft Community Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles St Martin's Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Scarborough Primary Good 1.9 miles Scarborough College 2 miles Seamer and Irton Community Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Thomas Hinderwell Primary Academy Primary 2.4 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Cayton IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Cayton in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
4/10
6,798 Children (0-15) 16%
26,186 Working Age 60%
13,915 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 40.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 21.4% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Cayton 561 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Cayton is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

203 Violence & Sexual Offences
124 Anti-Social Behaviour
86 Shoplifting
34 Criminal Damage & Arson
34 Public Order
25 Drugs
23 Other Theft
8 Other Crime
7 Burglary
7 Vehicle Crime
5 Robbery
4 Weapons
1 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
North Yorkshire Eastfield and Filey Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 4 stations

Seamer Train Station 1.5 miles
Scarborough Train Station 3.1 miles
Filey Train Station 4 miles
Hunmanby Train Station 5.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Killerby 0.9 miles Eastfield 0.9 miles Crossgates 1.4 miles Lebberston 1.4 miles Gristhorpe 2 miles Seamer 2.5 miles Folkton 2.5 miles Irton 2.6 miles Flixton 2.8 miles Falsgrave 3.1 miles Scarborough 3.3 miles Staxton 3.5 miles

Local Government

District Scarborough
County North Yorkshire
Ward Castle
Constituency Scarborough and Whitby
Parish Scarborough, unparished area
Region Yorkshire and The Humber

Streets in YO11 30 shown View all streets

Aberdeen Street 2 Aberdeen Terrace 1 Aberdeen Walk 43 Abram's View 1 Albemarle Back Road 2 Albemarle Crescent 2 Albion Crescent 1 Albion Road 1 Alga Terrace 2 Alma Parade 1 Alma Square 3 Armstrong Road 1 Ashburn Road 1 AshburnRise 1 Ashlar Drive 1 Ashmead Square 3 Auborough Street 1 Avenue Victoria 3 B1261 2 Back Avenue Victoria 2 Back Lane 1 Back South Street 2 Badger Lane 1 Bank Side 1 Bar Street 2 Barleycroft 2 Barrow Lane 1 Bartoszko Grove 2 Beacon Drive 1 Beck Hole 1

Postcodes in YO11 50 shown View all postcodes

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