Postcode Analysis Hambleton, Yorkshire and The Humber

OAK HOUSE YARD, DL8 1DR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OAK HOUSE YARD, DL8 1DR.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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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 1DR 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

DL8 1DR is a mixed residential postcode — average age 55, 54% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 1DR is a sought-after residential area on Oak House Yard, 0.2km from Bedale in Bedale. Administratively it sits within Bedale ward and the Richmond (Yorks) constituency.

For renters and young professionals, DL8 1DR offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. During the day, public administration and security with mainly white workforces. An established, mature community with an average age of 55 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 44% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 25 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £172k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 1DR 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 1DR. 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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Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 172,500

1 sales · Mean £ 172,500

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

DL8 1DR has low crime rates — 25 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 offences29
Anti-social behaviour20
Criminal damage and arson8
Shoplifting7
Public order5

school Local Schools

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Bedale Church of England Primary School

Good337 pupils0.5 km
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Bedale High School

Good503 pupils0.7 km
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Mowbray School

Good289 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

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

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

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Three Coopers0.0 km
  • The White Bear Hotel0.2 km
  • Waggon And Horses0.2 km
  • Bedale Riverside Club0.1 km
  • The Green Dragon0.1 km
  • + 1 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Institution0.2 km
  • Serendipitea0.1 km
  • Taste Of India0.2 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 Group0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Northallerton10.9 km
  • Thirsk15.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Market Place0.1 km
  • Eccles Heddon Solicitors0.2 km
  • Bedale (Wensleydale Railway)0.3 km
  • Wycar Bowling Green0.3 km
  • St Mary & St Josephs Church0.4 km