DL8 1DS is a sought-after residential area on Bedale Road, 0.9km from Leeming Bar in Aiskew. Administratively it sits within Aiskew & Leeming ward and the Richmond (Yorks) constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in DL8, DL8 1DS offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 42 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 74% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £400k. 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 1DS are sourced from Output Area E00140446 (shared with 21 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BEDALE ROAD, DL8 1DS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BEDALE ROAD, DL8 1DS.
504
42
£ 44,600 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. DL8 1DS's low deprivation rank, 74% ownership, and £400k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for DL8 1DS. The average age is 42.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 400,000
1 sales · Mean £ 400,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)
DL8 1DS has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Aiskew, Leeming Bar Church of England Primary School
Leeming and Londonderry Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- McDonalds Restaurant0.2 km
- Temple Fun0.7 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Co-Operative Food0.8 km
- Spar Store0.8 km
- The Co-operative Group0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Northallerton9.1 km
- Thirsk15.1 km
Bus Stops
- Motel A1 junction0.0 km
- Motel A1 junction0.0 km
- Potlands0.4 km
- Potlands0.4 km
- Warwick House Farm0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: DL81DS · Data under Open Government Licence