About Ganton

Ganton is a village located in North Yorkshire, England, within the postcode area YO12. This small community is situated approximately five miles from the coastal town of Scarborough. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities that cater to the needs of its residents. One of the notable features of Ganton is its golf club, which has been recognised for its well-maintained course and facilities. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape. Ganton's location makes it a convenient base for exploring the nearby attractions of North Yorkshire, including the scenic coastline and the North York Moors National Park.

School Ratings in Ganton

Ganton is served by 10 schools. Springhead School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ganton

Property prices average £185K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £137K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ganton

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Anti-social behaviour accounts for the highest share in Ganton, with 125 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ganton

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Ganton 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 Ganton

Most properties in Ganton 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 6,556 sales

Average Price £185K
£1K — £11.25M
Detached £300K 971
Semi £192K 2,069
Terraced £137K 2,326
Flat £128K 892

Schools & Education 10 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
1 Other
Sherburn Church of England Primary Academy Primary 1.7 miles Hertford Vale Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School, Staxton Primary Good 2.1 miles Brompton and Sawdon Community Primary School Primary Good 3.8 miles Wykeham Church of England Primary School Primary 3.9 miles Brompton Hall School 4 miles Seamer and Irton Community Primary School Primary 4.4 miles Snainton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 4.6 miles West Heslerton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Primary Good 4.6 miles Wold Newton Foundation School Primary Good 4.7 miles East Ayton Community Primary School Primary Good 4.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ganton IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ganton 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
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
4/10
Health
4/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
5/10
8,530 Children (0-15) 17%
30,354 Working Age 59%
16,300 Older (60+) 32%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 34.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 19.3% 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 Ganton 605 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Ganton 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.

225 Violence & Sexual Offences
125 Anti-Social Behaviour
90 Shoplifting
41 Criminal Damage & Arson
37 Public Order
26 Drugs
25 Other Theft
11 Other Crime
8 Vehicle Crime
7 Burglary
5 Robbery
4 Weapons
1 Bicycle Theft
Local Policing
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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 4.9 miles
Hunmanby Train Station 7.3 miles
Scarborough Train Station 7.5 miles
Filey Train Station 8.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Potter Brompton 0.6 miles Willerby 1.8 miles Sherburn 1.9 miles Staxton 2.2 miles Foxholes 3.1 miles Flixton 3.3 miles East Heslerton 3.8 miles Fordon 3.9 miles Wykeham 3.9 miles Brompton-by-Sawdon 4 miles Seamer 4.2 miles Ruston 4.2 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in YO12 30 shown View all streets

A64 5 Abbot's Garth 1 Aberdeen Walk 9 Acworth Street 1 Albert Road 1 Albert Street 3 Alderson Crescent 1 Alexandra Park 2 All Saints Road 1 Almond Grove 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashville Avenue 1 Asquith Avenue 2 Attlee Close 1 Avenue Road 5 Avocet Crescent 1 Ayton Road 1 B1249 3 Banchory Square 3 Barrowcliff Road 3 Barry's Lane 2 Barwick Road 1 Barwick Street 1 Barwick Terrace 2 Beacon Road 2 Beaconsfield Street 2 Beckview 2 Bedale Avenue 3 Beechville Avenue 1 Bell Close 2

Postcodes in YO12 50 shown View all postcodes

YO12 4AA YO12 4AB YO12 4AD YO12 4AE YO12 4AG YO12 4AH YO12 4AJ YO12 4AL YO12 4AN YO12 4AP YO12 4AQ YO12 4AR YO12 4AS YO12 4AT YO12 4AU YO12 4AW YO12 4AX YO12 4AY YO12 4AZ YO12 4BA YO12 4BB YO12 4BD YO12 4BE YO12 4BF YO12 4BG YO12 4BH YO12 4BJ YO12 4BP YO12 4BQ YO12 4BS YO12 4BT YO12 4BX YO12 4BY YO12 4BZ YO12 4DD YO12 4DE YO12 4DF YO12 4DH YO12 4DJ YO12 4DN YO12 4DP YO12 4DR YO12 4DS YO12 4DT YO12 4DU YO12 4DW YO12 4DX YO12 4DY YO12 4DZ YO12 4EA