Postcode Analysis Hambleton, Yorkshire and The Humber

DL8 1AD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DL8 1AD.

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Population

328

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Avg Age

55

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Avg Income

£ 44,600 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: DL8 1AD represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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2/10
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1/10
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2/10
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6/10
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6/10
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6/10
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1/10
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4/10
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7/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates DL8 1AD — age 55, 54% ownership, 44% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

DL8 1AD is a sought-after residential area located 0.2km from Bedale in Bedale. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Bedale ward and the Richmond (Yorks) constituency.

Within the DL8 district, this postcode is characterised by a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. By day, the area transitions to a market squares character: traditional retail areas with professional services and self-employed, often in market towns and higher status areas. A well-settled, later-life community (average age 55) — very low tenant turnover, high ownership, and a quiet residential character.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for DL8 1AD are sourced from Output Area E00140451 (shared with 46 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL8 1AD. The average age is 55.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

DL8 1AD has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences27
Anti-social behaviour22
Criminal damage and arson7
Shoplifting7
Public order5

school Local Schools

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Bedale Church of England Primary School

Good337 pupils0.4 km
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Bedale High School

Good503 pupils0.6 km
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Mowbray School

Good289 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Belly Buster0.0 km
  • Halls Fisheries0.2 km
  • Jakes Plaice0.1 km
  • Regency Pizza0.1 km
  • The Right Choice0.1 km
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • The Food Weighhouse0.0 km
  • Thomas The Baker0.1 km
  • Askquiths Butchers0.1 km
  • A & A S Collett0.7 km
  • Ballantynes Chocolates & Confectionary0.1 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Three Coopers0.1 km
  • The White Bear Hotel0.2 km
  • Waggon And Horses0.1 km
  • Bedale Riverside Club0.2 km
  • The Green Dragon0.1 km
  • + 1 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Institution0.2 km
  • Serendipitea0.1 km
  • Taste Of India0.1 km
  • The Courtyard by the Little Yorkshire Coffee Company0.1 km
  • The Sprouted Kitchen Ltd0.2 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-operative Group0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Northallerton11.0 km
  • Thirsk15.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Market Place0.1 km
  • Eccles Heddon Solicitors0.2 km
  • Wycar Bowling Green0.2 km
  • Bedale (Wensleydale Railway)0.4 km