South End is in Bedale and in North Yorkshire district. DL8 2DS 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 South End, Bedale, DL8 2DS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL8 2DW, DL8 2UA, DL8 2DP, DL8 2DR, DL8 2DJ, DL8 2DX, DL8 2DU, DL8 2DL, DL8 2UB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around DL8 2DS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.1% | 50.9% | 3.8% | 51.0% | -0.1% |
| Male | 52.9% | 49.1% | -3.8% | 49.0% | 0.1% |
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 2DS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.3% 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 | 24.6% | 29.2% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.6% | 55.3% | -7.3% | 44.2% | 11.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 3% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 6.4% | 6.5% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 5% | 5.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (87.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 54.3% | 51.6% | -2.7% | 48.4% | 3.2% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 36.3% | 3.9% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 10% | 9.6% | -0.4% | 12.7% | -3.1% |
| Bad health | 3% | 1.5% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 11.4% | 10.1% | -1.3% | 18.2% | -8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.1% | 11.4% | -5.7% | 9.6% | 1.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.7% | 15.5% | -6.2% | 13.4% | 2.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 4.6% | 0.3% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 22% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.2% | 35.1% | 4.9% | 33.8% | 1.3% |
| Other | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| White | 99.4% | 99.6% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 97.2% | 95.6% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 95.6% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.7% | 76.7% | 3.0% |
| Ireland | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.7% | 1.5% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.2% | 13.5% | 2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.7% | 37.2% | -0.5% |
| Christian | 58.3% | 46.2% | 12.1% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South End was 15.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.8% lower than the Aiskew & Leeming average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
South End has the 20th lowest crime rate of 68 local areas in Aiskew & Leeming and the 325th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 18.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 South End, Bedale, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £291,000 | 2024-02-21 | £303,224 |
| 90 South End, Bedale, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2023-11-02 | £442,218 |
| 88 South End, Bedale, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £595,000 | 2023-04-06 | £615,476 |
| 94 South End, Bedale, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2022-07-15 | £467,620 |
| 110 South End, Bedale, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2021-04-28 | £541,613 |
DL8 2DS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 133 |
| Retired | 98 |
| Part-Time Employee | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 35 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Other | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 449 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 | 2,936 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leeming and Londonderry Community Primary School Roman Road , Leeming DL7 9SG | 3out of 4 | 3,068 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Crakehall Church of England Primary School The Green , Crakehall DL8 1HP | 3out of 4 | 3,764 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Snape Community Primary School Ings Lane , DL8 2TF | 3out of 4 | 3,807 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 | 370 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 | 900 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Big Sheep Little Cow - Oakwoods Enterprises | Aiskew Farm / Aiskew Farm Track, The Bridge | 363 yd | |
| Whistle Stop Cafe | The Bridge / Aiskew Bank | 555 yd | |
| Institution | 42 Market Place | 645 yd | |
| Spice Restaurant And Bar | Spice Restaurant / 41 Market Place | 646 yd | |
| The Sprouted Kitchen Ltd | The Bridge / Aiskew Bank | 679 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Bear Hotel | White Bear Hotel / 1 South End | 622 yd | |
| Waggon And Horses | Waggon And Horses Hotel / 20 Market Place | 721 yd | |
| Bedale Riverside Club | Bedale Riverside Club / 37 Emgate | 724 yd | |
| The Green Dragon | 16 Market Place | 736 yd | |
| The Shed | First Floor / 8 Market Place | 787 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Halls Fisheries | 2 South End | 622 yd | |
| Belly Buster | 4 Market Place / 0 Bedale, DL8 1EQ | 806 yd | |
| Jakes Plaice | 29 North End | 846 yd | |
| The Old Right Choice | 21 North End | 866 yd | |
| Regency Pizza | 11 North End | 901 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative Group | Market Chambers / 14 Market Place | 761 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bedale High School Fitzalan Road | grass pitches | 470 yd |
| Bedale Leisure Centre FIRBY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 569 yd |
| Dobson'S Field FOOTBALL GROUND FOOTBALL GROUND FIRBY ROAD | grass pitches | 830 yd |
| Bedale Park Football Pitch (Closed) North End | grass pitches | 1,032 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 | 77.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.