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Whitby, United Kingdom
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Whitby is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 13,213. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 13,213 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.4877°, -0.6150° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.6 inches (751 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $46,714 |
| Median Age | 48.3 years |
About Whitby
Whitby is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 13,213. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Whitby vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Whitby vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,714 |
| 38% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,714 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $898 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,202 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $350,437 |
| 24% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,168 |
| 0% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 5,285 |
Property Tax
Climate in Whitby
Whitby has an average annual temperature of 10.1°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (16°C), the coldest is Jan (5.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 865 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.7°F |
| 14% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 4,037.9 sq mi (10,458.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.4877°N, 0.6150°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 44°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
Whitby has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 37°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (2.0").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4,037.9 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Whitby
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lythe Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Fylingdales Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hawsker Cum Stainsacre Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ruswarp Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| West Cliff Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Whitby School Airy Hill Site | - | - | - | - |
| Whitby School Prospect Hill Site | - | - | - | - |
| Stakesby Primary Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Eskdale School (former) | - | - | - | - |
| Airy Hill Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Hilda's R.C. Primary School (former) | - | - | - | - |
| East Whitby Primary Academy | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Whitby
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| TruckStopRadio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Scarborough | community radio | MP3 64 kbps | |
| This is the Coast | - | MP3 | |
| Zetland FM | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Vixen 101 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Great Driffield Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Whitby
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beck Isle Museum | ||||
| Captain Cook Memorial Museum | ||||
| Cholmley House | ||||
| Maritime Heritage | ||||
| Museum of Victorian Science | ||||
| Pannett Art Gallery | ||||
| RNLI Whitby Museum | ||||
| Robin Hood’s Bay Museum | ||||
| Rotunda Museum | ||||
| Staithes Heritage Centre and the Captain Cook Museum | ||||
| Whitby Jet Heritage Centre | ||||
| Whitby Museum | ||||
| Yorkshire Coast Dinosaur And Fossil Museum |
Libraries in Whitby
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derwent Valley Community Library & Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Eastfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Keld Head Farm Holiday Cottages | 0.0 | |||||
| Newby Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pickering Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Scarborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitby Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Whitby
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flea Market | |||||
| Market Hall and Market Vaults |
Hotels in Whitby
17 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Whitby
28 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Whitby
41 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Whitby
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Whitby
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Whitby
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Whitby
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Whitby
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Whitby
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Whitby
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Whitby
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Whitby
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C'84 Brew Co | ||||
| Scarborough Brewery | ||||
| Whitby Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Whitby
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Whitby
45 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Leeds East Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Acaster Malbis Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bagby Thirsk Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Baxby-Husthwaite Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Beverley/Linley Hill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Birchwood Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Boon Hill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Breighton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bridlington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Burn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Burton-Constable Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cliffe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Eddsfield Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Elvington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Felixkirk Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Full Sutton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Garforth Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Garton Field Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gilrudding Grange Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hazlewood Gallop / Tadcaster Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Howden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ings Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lodge Field House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Low Moor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Melrose Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Moor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Newgate Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Newton-on-Rawcliffe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Octon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pocklington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Redmoor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rufforth East Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rufforth West Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Settrington Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sherburn-in-Elmet Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| South Cave / Mount Airy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Spite Hall Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tansterne Grange Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Throstle Nest Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wombleton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Woodhouse Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Yearby Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Yorkshire Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Whitby
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bridge Street Post Office | |
| Helredale Road Post Office | |
| Lythe Community Shop | |
| Station Road Stores | |
| Whitby Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Whitby
19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints' | |
| Church of St. Ninian's | |
| Flowergate URC | |
| Fylingthorpe Methodist Church | |
| Kingdom Hall Of Jehovahs Witnesses | |
| Methodist Church | |
| Old Saint Stephens | |
| Saint Oswald's Church | |
| St Hilda | |
| St Hilda's Priory Chapel | |
| St John the Evangelist | |
| St Mary's | |
| St Mary's | |
| St Stephen's | |
| St. Hilda's | |
| Wesleyan Chapel | |
| Westcliff Congregational Church | |
| Whitby Cemetery | |
| Whitby Evangelical Church |
Quick Facts
🇬🇧 About United Kingdom
Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Whitby
What is the population of Whitby?
Whitby has a population of 13,213 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 4,037.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Whitby expensive to live in?
The median household income is $46,714, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $350,437 (24% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,168 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Whitby?
Whitby has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.6 inches.
How is the job market in Whitby?
Whitby has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $898. There are 1,202 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Whitby?
The median home value in Whitby is $350,437. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,168. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Whitby?
50.0% of adults in Whitby hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Whitby?
97.1% of residents speak only English at home.