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Upper Dales

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About

The Upper Dales area in North Yorkshire covers the northern part of the Yorkshire Dales, known for its rugged landscapes and sparse population. The region includes villages like Hawes and Reeth, surrounded by rolling hills, limestone cliffs, and moorland. Agriculture and sheep farming dominate the local economy, with drystone walls and barns dotting the countryside.

The area is crisscrossed by rivers such as the Swale and Ure, offering walking trails and scenic routes like the Pennine Way. Historic features include medieval field systems and lead mining remnants, reflecting the region’s industrial past. The Upper Dales provide a quieter alternative to the more visited southern Dales, with a focus on outdoor activities and rural traditions.

Area overview

On average Upper Dales has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 21 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Upper Dales is £42,900 per year. There are 6 schools in Upper Dales: 6 primary (0 Outstanding and 6 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
21
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
6.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Upper Dales Population
5,747
Population density
7.7 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,552
96.61%
Other White
115
2%
Irish
18
0.31%
Other Asian
12
0.21%
White and Asian (mixed)
11
0.19%
Total population: 5,747

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,495
53.99%
Owns with a mortgage
482
17.41%
Private landlord or letting agency
395
14.27%
Other forms of private rent
163
5.89%
Other social rented
123
4.44%
Total households: 2,769

Property prices in Upper Dales

Based on 90 recent sales, the median property price is £315,000 in Upper Dales area, with individual transactions ranging from £140,000 up to £1,075,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Upper Dales in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Upper Dales over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached36£456,250
Flats1£175,000
Semi-Detached27£310,000
Terraced26£241,000

10 years median price trend in Upper Dales

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Upper Dales.

All postcodes in Upper Dales

DL83ES

Carpley Green Road

DL83HF

Upper Dales

DL83HT

Main Street

DL83HW

Mill Lane

DL83PH

Shaws Lane

DL83SJ

Upper Dales

DL84DW

Peatmoor Lane

DL84JL

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.