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Area guide

YO22 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the YO22 postcode area, covering Whitby and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated July 2026.

YO22 area price snapshot

Average price

£194,346

Median price

£194,975

5-year trend

+38.1%

Total sales

5,844

The YO22 area has 383 individual postcodes with 5,844 registered sales. Prices are +51.0% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Whitby. The five-year price movement is +38.1%.

Market context

YO22 averages £194,346, placing it in the affordable category, +51.0% below the national average. Affordable areas can offer good value for first-time buyers and investors seeking lower entry points. The dataset includes 5,844 recorded sales across 383 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in YO22 is +38.1%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for YO22

✅ Suitable for first-time buyers — average prices in YO22 start within a typical FTB budget. See the full first-time buyer guide →
  • 🎯First-time buyer schemes can help. Affordable areas may offer better value through Help to Buy, shared ownership or local authority schemes. Check eligibility alongside sold prices.
  • 🛤️Transport links affect long-term value. Affordable areas within commuting distance of major cities often see faster price growth. Check the town data pages for trend comparisons.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in YO22.
  • 🏘️Explore Whitby. Much of the YO22 activity centres on Whitby. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the YO22 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in YO22

YO22 4DY

£147,070 avg · 145 sales

YO22 4NE

£118,774 avg · 113 sales

YO22 4JW

£123,301 avg · 103 sales

YO22 5EH

£174,368 avg · 84 sales

YO22 4QP

£260,518 avg · 77 sales

YO22 5AN

£362,132 avg · 70 sales

YO22 5AA

£213,447 avg · 65 sales

YO22 4DE

£172,651 avg · 63 sales

YO22 4QU

£142,067 avg · 60 sales

View all 383 postcodes in YO22 →

Useful tools for YO22 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£1,387

Avg £194,346 in YO22

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Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare YO22 with other areas

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Whitby data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This YO22 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: July 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in YO22?

The average sold price in the YO22 postcode area is £194,346, based on 5,844 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Whitby.

How do YO22 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in YO22 average £194,346, which is +51.0% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales.

Is YO22 affordable compared to other postcode areas?

YO22 is +51.0% below the national average of £396,803 for England and Wales. The area covers 383 postcodes.

How have YO22 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in YO22 have moved +38.1% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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