Postcode Analysis Hambleton, Yorkshire and The Humber

WYCAR, DL8 1EP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WYCAR, DL8 1EP.

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

354

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 44,600 /yr

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Employed

51%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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10/10
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9/10
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2/10
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8/10
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3/10
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6/10
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1/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, DL8 1EP combines high owner-occupation (69%), strong property values (£386k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 9.5% year-on-year.

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

DL8 1EP is a sought-after residential area on Wycar, 0.2km from Bedale in Bedale. Administratively it sits within Bedale ward and the Richmond (Yorks) constituency.

For serious buyers, DL8 1EP is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 69% 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 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £386k, up 9.5% year-on-year. 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 1EP are sourced from Output Area E00140448 (shared with 18 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 1EP. The average age is 46.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.3%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.4%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

51%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 420,000

7 sales · Mean £ 404,785

Semi-Detached

£ 320,000

3 sales · Mean £ 318,343

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

DL8 1EP has low crime rates — 35 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 offences36
Anti-social behaviour23
Criminal damage and arson7
Shoplifting7
Public order7

school Local Schools

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Bedale Church of England Primary School

Good337 pupils0.3 km
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Bedale High School

Good503 pupils0.5 km
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Mowbray School

Good289 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Belly Buster0.2 km
  • Halls Fisheries0.2 km
  • Jakes Plaice0.2 km
  • Regency Pizza0.3 km
  • The Right Choice0.2 km
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Retailers - Other

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

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Three Coopers0.2 km
  • The White Bear Hotel0.3 km
  • Waggon And Horses0.2 km
  • Bedale Riverside Club0.4 km
  • The Green Dragon0.2 km
  • + 1 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Institution0.2 km
  • Serendipitea0.2 km
  • Taste Of India0.2 km
  • The Courtyard by the Little Yorkshire Coffee Company0.2 km
  • The Sprouted Kitchen Ltd0.4 km
  • + 8 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • The Co-operative Group0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Northallerton11.2 km
  • Thirsk16.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Wycar Bowling Green0.1 km
  • Market Place0.2 km
  • Eccles Heddon Solicitors0.3 km