Upper Dales ward is located in the northern part of North Yorkshire, covering a rural area known for its rolling hills and sparse population. The ward includes several small villages and hamlets, such as Reeth and Gunnerside, which are surrounded by farmland and moorland. The landscape is shaped by the River Swale, which flows through the region, and the Yorkshire Dales National Park borders the area.
Agriculture and tourism are key aspects of the local economy, with sheep farming being common. The ward has a mix of traditional stone-built homes and historic buildings, including old chapels and market squares. Public transport is limited, and many residents rely on cars to travel to larger towns like Richmond or Darlington for services. The area attracts walkers and outdoor enthusiasts due to its proximity to hiking trails and scenic views.
On average Upper Dales has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 23 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.5% 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).
Based on 74 recent sales, the median property price is £313,000 in Upper Dales area, with individual transactions ranging from £140,000 up to £1,075,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 30 | £435,000 |
| Flats | 3 | £200,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 20 | £291,000 |
| Terraced | 21 | £255,000 |
10 years price trend in Upper Dales
DL116UL
Morley Gate
DL83AE
Upper Dales
DL83DF
Cam High Road
DL83ED
Hornblower Court
DL83EW
Back Syke
DL83HQ
Main Street
DL83PA
High Lane
DL83PZ
Shutt Lane
DL83RU
Gaits
DL83RY
Hargill
DL83RZ
Beckstones
DL84LA
Back Nook
DL84UW
Ellers Lane
DL116AS
Upper Dales
DL116BW
Dales View
DL116JA
Low Lane
DL116NQ
Gale Lane
DL83DJ
Blean Lane
DL83EF
Back Syke
DL83PR
Upper Dales
DL83RE
Clarkson Wynd
DL83SZ
Goose Lane
DL116DP
Upper Dales
DL116ED
Long Causeway
DL116HR
Whipperdale Bank
DL116PN
Morley Gate
DL116QH
Upper Dales
DL83AX
Upper Dales
DL83DY
Station Road
DL83HJ
Leyburn Road
DL83HX
Main Street
DL83PF
New Lane
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Upper Dales
DL116AJ
Upper Dales
DL116DZ
Stonesdale Lane
DL116RJ
Upper Dales
DL116SS
Langhorne Drive
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High Lane
DL83JW
Upper Dales
DL83BW
Upper Dales
DL83AG
Garths Lane
DL83AR
Upper Dales
DL83NX
Market Place
DL83PP
Cam High Road
DL83PU
Sedbusk Lane
DL83QZ
Market Place
DL116DY
Butthouse Rigg
DL116EW
Long Causeway
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Low Lane
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Whipperdale Bank
DL116SY
Upper Dales
DL116TF
Back Lane
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Arkengarthdale Road
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Brunt Acres Road
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Station Road
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Cam High Road
DL83DG
Busk Lane
DL83DL
Blean Lane
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Mill Lane
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Harr Gill
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Turfy Hill
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New Lane
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Shaws Lane
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Gayle Lane
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Beckstones
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Shaws Lane
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Upper Dales
DL83TD
Ox Pasture Lane
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Ellers Lane
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Upper Dales
DL116LP
Stonesdale Lane
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Cliff Gate Road
DL116LW
Upper Dales
DL116NP
Cross Top
DL116QQ
Upper Dales
DL116QT
Arkengarthdale Road
DL116UD
Low Lane
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Upper Dales
DL116UY
Quaker Close
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Stelling Road
DL83BE
Bishopdale Lane
DL83NL
Brunt Acres Road
DL83NT
Brunt Acres Road
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Reeth Road
DL116AU
Upper Dales
DL116BU
Dales View
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Raw Bank
DL116TE
Anvil Square
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Back Lane
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Arkengarthdale Road
DL117NJ
Helwith Road Or Green Lane
DL83EJ
Newkin
DL83LN
Upper Dales
DL83PL
High Lane
DL83RF
Market Place
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Upper Dales
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Upper Dales
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Stop Bridge Lane
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Upper Dales
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Angram Lane
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.