Town Head is in Hawes and in North Yorkshire district. DL8 3RH is located in the Upper Dales electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Richmond (Yorks). This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Town Head, Hawes, DL8 3RH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: DL8 3RE, DL8 3RJ, DL8 3LQ, DL8 3RG, DL8 3RL, DL8 3RF, DL8 3RW, DL8 3RD, DL8 3SN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding DL8 3RH is primarily male, with 53.3% of the population 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 | 50.6% | 46.7% | -3.9% | 51.0% | -4.3% |
| Male | 49.4% | 53.3% | 3.9% | 49.0% | 4.3% |
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 3RH there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.9% 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 | 25.8% | 26.7% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -11.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 56% | 52.9% | -3.1% | 44.2% | 8.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Divorced | 8% | 10% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 8.8% | -0.1% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 49.8% | 41.2% | -8.6% | 48.4% | -7.2% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 37.2% | -0.9% | 33.6% | 3.6% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 19.3% | 8.7% | 12.7% | 6.6% |
| Bad health | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 | 25.3% | 18.5% | -6.8% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 10.9% | -6.9% | 9.6% | 1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16% | 13.7% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 6.5% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 18.1% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.6% | 29.4% | 5.8% | 33.8% | -4.4% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.8% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.6% | 99.6% | 0.0% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 96.2% | 96.7% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 2.5% | -0.1% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 96.7% | 0.5% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.7% | 76.7% | 5.0% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 15.8% | 13.5% | 2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.5% | 37.2% | -4.7% |
| Christian | 60.2% | 46.2% | 14.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Town Head was 24.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.0% lower than the Leyburn & Middleham average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Town Head has the 9th highest crime rate of 23 local areas in Leyburn & Middleham and the 630th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.2%.
Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 57% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mistal Cottage Town Head, Hawes, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2012-07-25 | £96,223 |
| Capple Bank Town Head, Hawes, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 1997-09-12 | £299,331 |
DL8 3RH area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
DL8 3RH 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in DL8 3RH area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 73 |
| Full-Time Employee | 70 |
| Self-Employed | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Other | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 10 |
| Education | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawes Primary School Town Head , DL8 3RQ | 1out of 4 | 266 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Y H A | Youth Hostel, Lancaster Terrace | 101 yd | |
| Wensleydale Creamery Restaurant | Restuarant, Wensleydale Creameries | 251 yd | |
| Voujon | Market Place, Hawes | 258 yd | |
| Humble Pie Cookery Kitchen | Bear Cottage Interiors, Market Place | 280 yd | |
| Bubblegums Gelato Parlour | Market House, Market Place | 343 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Board Inn | Board Hotel, Market Place | 258 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawes Pizza | Beckindales, Burtersett Road | 882 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hawes Cricket Ground Brunt Acres Road | grass pitches | 1,043 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 | 64.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 63.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.76 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.