Wycar is in Bedale and in North Yorkshire district. DL8 1EP is located in the Bedale electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Richmond (Yorks). This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wycar, Bedale, DL8 1EP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL8 1ER, DL8 1UW, DL8 1EW, DL8 1FB, DL8 1EU, DL8 2AQ, DL8 1EQ, DL8 1XA, DL8 1AB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding DL8 1EP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.1% | 49.6% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 51.9% | 50.4% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of DL8 1EP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.3% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.2% | 26.7% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -11.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54.7% | 53.3% | -1.4% | 44.2% | 9.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.3% | -1.6% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 8.3% | 8.7% | 0.4% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 6.9% | 9.3% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 50.9% | 47.6% | -3.3% | 48.4% | -0.8% |
| Good health | 33.4% | 33.4% | 0.0% | 33.6% | -0.2% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 14.2% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 1.5% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 2.8% | -1.9% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 2% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17% | 14% | -3.0% | 18.2% | -4.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12% | 7% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 14% | -1.6% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 5% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.9% | 25.4% | 9.5% | 16.9% | 8.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.7% | 30.8% | 1.1% | 33.8% | -3.0% |
| Other | 5.1% | 3.7% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.4% | 98.3% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
In this area, 92.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95% | 92.9% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 3.4% | 4.5% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 94% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 10.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 4.9% | 4.6% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.4% | 0.3% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 76.7% | 7.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.6% | 1.5% | 1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 12.5% | 13.5% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.5% | 37.2% | -0.7% |
| Christian | 59% | 46.2% | 12.8% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wycar was 12.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 71.6% lower than the Aiskew & Leeming average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Wycar has the 13th lowest crime rate of 68 local areas in Aiskew & Leeming and the 237th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 73.5%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 51% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Wycar, Bedale, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,030 | 2024-04-19 | £250,779 |
| Bumblebee House Wycar, Bedale, North Yorkshire Other, an established residential building | £121,367 | 2023-11-10 | £123,234 |
| 6 Wycar, Bedale, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £471,000 | 2023-01-30 | £481,362 |
| Lowood, 4 Wycar, Bedale, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2018-02-22 | £533,881 |
| 12 Wycar, Bedale, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2017-07-14 | £541,176 |
DL8 1EP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 114 |
| Retired | 85 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Education | 23 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedale Church of England Primary School Firby Road , DL8 2AT | 3out of 4 | 511 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crakehall Church of England Primary School The Green , Crakehall DL8 1HP | 3out of 4 | 2,929 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aiskew, Leeming Bar Church of England Primary School 2 Leeming Lane , Leeming Bar DL7 9AU | 2out of 4 | 3,236 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeming and Londonderry Community Primary School Roman Road , Leeming DL7 9SG | 3out of 4 | 3,569 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Snape Community Primary School Ings Lane , DL8 2TF | 3out of 4 | 4,237 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedale High School Fitzalan Road , DL8 2EQ | 3out of 4 | 671 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mowbray School Masham Road , DL8 2SD | 3out of 4 | 606 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dales Centre | Dales Day Care Centre / 13 Wycar | 121 yd | |
| The Courtyard by the Little Yorkshire Coffee Company | 18 Market Place | 199 yd | |
| Pinch Of This | 26 Market Place | 212 yd | |
| Taste Of India | Taste Of India / 32 Market Place | 221 yd | |
| Serendipitea | 15 Market Place | 232 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Shed | First Floor / 8 Market Place | 183 yd | |
| The Green Dragon | 16 Market Place | 192 yd | |
| Waggon And Horses | Waggon And Horses Hotel / 20 Market Place | 196 yd | |
| The Three Coopers | The Three Coopers / 2 Emgate | 254 yd | |
| The White Bear Hotel | White Bear Hotel / 1 South End | 284 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belly Buster | 4 Market Place / 0 Bedale, DL8 1EQ | 188 yd | |
| Jakes Plaice | 29 North End | 256 yd | |
| Halls Fisheries | 2 South End | 262 yd | |
| The Old Right Choice | 21 North End | 268 yd | |
| Regency Pizza | 11 North End | 292 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | Market Chambers / 14 Market Place | 158 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bedale Park Football Pitch (Closed) North End | grass pitches | 260 yd |
| Bedale Golf Club LEYBURN ROAD | golf | 460 yd |
| Bedale Leisure Centre FIRBY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 487 yd |
| Bedale High School Fitzalan Road | grass pitches | 592 yd |
| Dobson'S Field FOOTBALL GROUND FOOTBALL GROUND FIRBY ROAD | grass pitches | 863 yd |
| Bedale Athletic And Sports Association LEYBURN ROAD | grass pitches, squash courts, tennis courts | 995 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 47.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.