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Bedale, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Bedale is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 4,601. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bedale
Bedale, is a market town and civil parish in North Yorkshire, England. Bedale Beck is a tributary of the River Swale, which forms one of the Yorkshire Dales. The dale has a predominant agriculture sector and its related small traditional trades, although tourism is increasingly important. Northallerton is 7 miles (11 km) north-east, Middlesbrough 26 miles (42 km) north-east and York is 31 miles (50 km) south-south-east.
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| Population | 4,601 |
| Population Density | 1,749 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.2881°, -1.5918° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.4 inches (925 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.5 inches (11 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $46,714 |
| Median Age | 48.3 years |
About Bedale
Bedale is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 4,601. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet (43 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Bedale vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Bedale vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,714 |
| 38% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,714 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $898 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 419 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $350,437 |
| 24% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,168 |
| 0% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 1,840 |
Property Tax
Climate in Bedale
Bedale has an average annual temperature of 9.6°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.2°C), the coldest is Jan (4.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 654 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 207 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
| Area | 263.3 sq mi (682.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,749/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.2881°N, 1.5918°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.5 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
Bedale has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.7").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 1,749/sq mi |
| Total Area | 263.3 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Bedale
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedale Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Mowbray Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Bedale High School | - | - | - | - |
| Burneston Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Snape Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Thornton Watlass Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Aiskew, Leeming Bar Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Leeming and Londonderry Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Aysgarth School | - | - | - | - |
| Leeming RAF Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Crakehall Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bedale
13 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leeds Student Radio | student radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| News Radio UK | information, news | AAC | |
| ARP Radio | dub, dub techno | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Aycliffe Radio | local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CVFM | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Phoenix Radio | 2000s, 2010s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Harrogate Hospital Radio | classic hits, hospital radio | MP3 | |
| HearMe - trance | trance | MP3 | |
| Hear Me - top pop | pop, pop music | MP3 | |
| HWD Hospital Radio | - | AAC+ 112 kbps | |
| Kearney FM | community radio, local news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Stitch | hospital radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Prince Bishops Hospital Radio | - | AAC 48 kbps |
Museums in Bedale
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aldborough Roman Site Museum | ||||
| Green Howards Museum | ||||
| Hopetown Darlington | ||||
| Nidderdale Museum | ||||
| Richmond Castle Museum | ||||
| Richmondshire Museum | ||||
| Ripon Prison and Police Museum | ||||
| Tees Cottage Pumping Station - Beam Engine House | ||||
| Tees Cottage Pumping Station - Visitor Centre and Gas Engine House | ||||
| The Courthouse Museum | ||||
| The World of James Herriot | ||||
| Thirsk Museum | ||||
| Workhouse Museum |
Libraries in Bedale
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedale Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Boroughbridge Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Catterick Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cockerton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Colburn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Edward Pease Free Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mashamshire Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Northallerton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ripon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thirsk Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thornborough Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Yarm Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bedale
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masham Market | |||||
| Pateley Livestock Market |
Hotels in Bedale
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bedale
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bedale
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Bedale
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Bedale
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Bedale
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bedale
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Bedale
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Bedale
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Bedale
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bedale
7 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bedale
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Bedale
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Bedale
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayonet Brewing | ||||
| Black Sheep Brewery | ||||
| Live Brewing Co | ||||
| Mithril | ||||
| Pennine Brewing Co | ||||
| Richmond Brewery shop | ||||
| Theakston Brewery | ||||
| Wensleydale Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Bedale
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bedale
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Leeds Bradford Airport | LBA | Large Airport |
| Newcastle International Airport | NCL | Large Airport |
| Leeds East Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| RAF Leeming | - | Medium Airport |
| RAF Topcliffe | - | Medium Airport |
| Teesside International Airport | MME | Medium Airport |
| Acaster Malbis Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Askern Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bagby Thirsk Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Baxby-Husthwaite Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Birchwood Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Birds Edge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Boon Hill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Breighton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bridge Cottage Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Burn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bywell Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cliffe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Croft Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crosland Moor Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Currock Hill Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dishforth Village Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Elvington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Felixkirk Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fishburn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Full Sutton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Garforth Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gilrudding Grange Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Greenhills Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hazlewood Gallop / Tadcaster Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| High Flats Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Howden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hutton Grange Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lartington Moor Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Loadman Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lodge Field House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| North Rigton Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Oxenhope Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Peterlee Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ravensworth Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Redmoor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rufforth East Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rufforth West Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sandtoft Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sherburn-in-Elmet Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Spite Hall Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Staindrop Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Thornton Watlass Airstrip UL | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bedale
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bedale Post Office | |
| Burneston Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bedale
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Aysgarth School Chapel | |
| Bedale Methodist Church | |
| Bedale Methodist Church | |
| Burrill Mission Church | |
| Chapel of St Mary | |
| Leeming Methodist Church | |
| Snape Methodist Church | |
| St Gregory's | |
| St Gregory's Bedale | |
| St John the Baptist Church | |
| St Lambert | |
| St Mary & St Joseph | |
| St Mary the Virgin, Thornton Watlass | |
| St Michael, Kirklington | |
| St Patrick’s |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bedale
What is the population of Bedale?
Bedale has a population of 4,601 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1,749 people per square mile, spread across 263.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Bedale expensive to live in?
The median household income is $46,714, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $350,437 (24% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,168 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Bedale?
Bedale has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 36.4 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Bedale?
Bedale has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $898. There are 419 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Bedale?
The median home value in Bedale is $350,437. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,168. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Bedale?
50.0% of adults in Bedale hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Bedale?
97.1% of residents speak only English at home.