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Bescar, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Bescar is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 571. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
571 Population 3/sq mi density
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
54.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,944 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$249,800 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population571
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,944
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$249,800
Rent$1,249
Ownership63.0%
Housing Units228

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain54.8 in/yr
Sunny Days220/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population571
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates53.6130°, -2.9282°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation54.8 inches (1,391 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.8 inches (27 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Bescar

Bescar is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 571. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Bescar has a population of 571 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 187.0 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average).

Population

571
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
187.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Bescar vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Bescar is $49,944, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 52 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bescar vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$49,944
34% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,944
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)52

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bescar is $249,800, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 228 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$249,800
11% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,249
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.0%
Owner-Occupied63.0%
Renter-Occupied37.0%
Housing Units228

Property Tax

Bescar experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days220 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area187.0 sq mi (484.4 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates53.6130°N, 2.9282°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.8"
44% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 10.8"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.82"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

45 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 28, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 132 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 145 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 49 km
May 29, 2013 14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom M3.8 144 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 92 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 52 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 73 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 63 km
Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 62 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 84 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 129 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 104 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 123 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 54 km
Jul 29, 1992 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.5 109 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 62 km
Mar 4, 1990 2 km N of Great Haywood, United Kingdom M3.3 107 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 146 km
Sep 1, 1999 4 km SSW of Llanfairfechan, United Kingdom M3.3 84 km
Feb 10, 1994 2 km NNE of Tregarth, United Kingdom M3.3 88 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 3.1 in
February 40°F (4°C) 2.1 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.6 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.1 in Driest
May 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in
September 56°F (14°C) 3.2 in
October 51°F (10°C) 3.8 in Wettest
November 45°F (7°C) 3.8 in
December 41°F (5°C) 3.5 in

Bescar has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.8") and April the driest (2.1").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area187.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Bescar

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Halsall St Cuthbert's Church of England Primary School — — — —
Scarisbrick St Mark's Church of England Primary School — — — —
Pinfold Primary School — — — —
Scarisbrick Hall School — — — —
St Mary's Catholic Primary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Bescar

25 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Deepvibes Radio deep house, mixes MP3 320 kbps
Radio Northwich local information, local music MP3 128 kbps
Beatles Radio (MP3) (US) 1960s, classic rock MP3 128 kbps
Bolton FM community, local MP3 128 kbps
Beyond Radio — AAC 192 kbps
Liverpool Live Radio — MP3
HearMe - 2020s Pop Music 2020s pop music MP3
Milestone Radio 70s, 80s AAC 128 kbps
Central Radio North West — MP3 128 kbps
Beware! The Radio — MP3 192 kbps
Taiyabah Masjid islamic, masjid MP3 128 kbps
Arrowe Sound pop music, pop rock MP3 128 kbps
Dune Radio — MP3
Mighty Radio Southport dance, pop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Alty — MP3 192 kbps
Radio Leyland — MP3 128 kbps
Juice Liverpool — AAC+ 96 kbps
Mersey Radio — MP3 128 kbps
Dazzle FM — MP3 128 kbps
Radio Broadgreen ac, classic hits MP3 160 kbps
Radio General (Warrington Hospital Radio) — MP3 128 kbps
Domes FM — AAC 64 kbps
Merseyland Alternative Radio classic rock, eclectic programming MP3 128 kbps
Panacea Radio funk, groove MP3
Circl8 Radio — MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Bescar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Amazing Novelty-Orium & Mechanical Museum
British Commercial Vehicle Museum
British Commercial Vehicle Museum
British Lawnmower Museum
Duke of Lancaster's Own Yeomanry Museum
Duke of Lancaster's Own Yeomanry Museum
Eureka! Science + Discovery
Eureka! Science + Discovery
Fort Perch Rock
Fort Perch Rock
Garstang Museum
Garstang Museum
Hangar 42 - Spitfire Visitor Centre
Harris Museum
Harris Museum
International Slavery Museum
International Slavery Museum
Lancashire Infantry Museum
Lancashire Infantry Museum
Liverpool Beatles Museum
Liverpool Beatles Museum
Liverpool FC Museum
Liverpool FC Museum
Lytham Hall
Lytham Windmill
Merseyside Maritime Museum
Merseyside Maritime Museum
Museum of Lancashire
Museum of Lancashire
Museum of Liverpool
Museum of Liverpool
North West Museum of Road Transport
Prescot Museum
Rainhill Railway Museum
Ribble Steam Railway
Ribble Steam Railway
Seized! The Border and Customs uncovered
Seized! The Border and Customs uncovered
Showtown Blackpool
Smithy Heritage Centre
South Ribble Museum & Exhibition Centre
South Ribble Museum & Exhibition Centre
Southport Eco Centre
Strawberry Field
Strawberry Field
Sudley House
Sudley House
The Atkinson
The Beatles Story
The Beatles Story
The Hardmans' House
The Hardmans' House
Transport Museum
Transport Museum
U-Boat Story
U-Boat Story
U-Boat Story
U-boat Story
U-boat Story
Victoria Gallery & Museum
Victoria Gallery & Museum
Western Approaches
Western Approaches
Williamson Art Gallery & Museum
Williamson Tunnels Heritage Centre
Williamson Tunnels Heritage Centre
Wirral Archives
Wirral Archives
World Museum Liverpool
World Museum Liverpool
World of Glass

Libraries in Bescar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aldham Robarts Library0.0
Aldham Robarts Library0.0
Allerton Library0.0
Ansdell Library0.0
Avril Robarts Library - LJMU0.0
Avril Robarts Library - LJMU0.0
Birkdale Library0.0
Birkenhead Central0.0
Birkenhead Central0.0
Blackpool Central Library0.0
Bootle Library0.0
Burscough Library0.0
Catalyst0.0
Chester Lane Library0.0
Childwall Library0.0
Childwall Library0.0
Churchtown Library0.0
College Road Carnegie Library0.0
Crosby Library0.0
Eccleston Library0.0
Eccleston Library0.0
Edda0.0
Formby Library0.0
Freckleton Library0.0
Fulwood Library0.0
Greasby Library0.0
Greasby Library0.0
Harold Cohen Library0.0
Harris Library0.0
Harris Library0.0
Henry A Cole Library0.0
Huyton Library and Knowsley Culture Hub0.0
Ingol Library0.0
Kensington Library0.0
Kingsfold Library0.0
Kirkby Library0.0
Kirkham Library0.0
Langdale Library and Laundry Room0.0
Layton Library0.0
Leasowe Library0.0
Leasowe Library0.0
Leyland Library0.0
Library and Learning Information Services0.0
Life rooms0.0
Liverpool Central Library0.0
Liverpool Central Library0.0
Longton Library0.0
Lostock Hall Library0.0
Moor Park Library0.0
Moreton Library One Stop Shop0.0
Moss Bank Library0.0
Old Swan Library0.0
Ormskirk Library0.0
Orrell Bookcycle0.0
Palatine Library0.0
Parbold Library0.0
Picton Library0.0
Poulton Library0.0
Rainford Library0.0
Rainhill Community Library0.0
Revoe Library0.0
Savick Library0.0
Sefton Park Library0.0
Sharoe Green Library0.0
Sharoe Green Library0.0
Shevington Library0.0
Skelmersdale Library0.0
Spellow Library0.0
St Anne's Library0.0
St Helens Library0.0
St Helens Library0.0
St James Library0.0
St James Library0.0
Sydney Jones Library0.0
Tarleton Library0.0
Thatto Heath Library0.0
The Gosall Library0.0
The Gosall Library0.0
Toxteth Library0.0
Wallasey Central Library0.0
Wallasey Village Library0.0
Wallasey Village Library0.0
Winstanley College - The Library0.0
Woolton Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bescar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Abingdon Street Market
Birkenhead Market
Burscough Wharf
Foxhall Market
Greatie Market
Greatie Market
Greatie Market
Indoor Market
Kirkby Market
Leyland Market
Leyland Market
Market Hall
Monument Place Market
Monument Place Market
Monument Place Market
Penwortham Farmers Market
Prescot Indoor Market
Preston New Markets
Red Brick Market
Small Outdoor Market
Springfield Market
St John's Market
Tuebrook Market
Tuebrook Market
Tuebrook Market
Widnes Market

Hotels in Bescar

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Premier Inn

Restaurants in Bescar

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Heatons Bridge Inn
Martin Inn
Master McGraths
Morris Dancers

Cafes in Bescar

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Area 51 Coffee
Potting Shed Café
The Farm at Burscough

Train Stations in Bescar

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bescar Lane

Gas Stations in Bescar

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Halsall Garage

Golf Courses in Bescar

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hurlston Hall Golf Club

Breweries in Bescar

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Azvex
Carnival Brewing Company
Crankshaft Brewery
Crankshaft Brewery
Fuzzy Duck Brewery
Love Lane Brewery
Peerless Brewing Company
Problem Child Brewing
Red Star Brewary

Stadiums & Teams in Bescar

TeamLeagueDivision
Anfield
Deepdale Stadium
Goodison Park
Hill Dickinson Stadium
Prenton Park

Ski Resorts Near Bescar

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
The Snow Centre Manchester 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Chill Factor e 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Bescar

45 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Liverpool John Lennon AirportLPLLarge Airport
Manchester AirportMANLarge Airport
Barrow Walney Island AirportBWFMedium Airport
Blackpool AirportBLKMedium Airport
Hawarden AirportCEGMedium Airport
Warton AerodromeWRTMedium Airport
Arley Airfield—Small Airport
Ash House Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Ashcroft Airfield—Small Airport
Brook Farm Ultralight Airstrip—Small Airport
Bryn Gates Airfield—Small Airport
Bryngwyn Bach Airfield—Small Airport
Cark airfield—Small Airport
Carr Valley Microlight Airfield—Small Airport
Chipping Airfield—Small Airport
Chirk Airfield—Small Airport
Clotton airstrip UL—Small Airport
Cockerham Airfield—Small Airport
Dairy House Farm Airfield—Small Airport
Fern Farm Airstrip UL—Small Airport
Frandley House Airstrip—Small Airport
Hawksview Airstrip—Small Airport
Haydock Park Airstrip—Small Airport
Higher Barn Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Ince Blundell Microlight Airfield—Small Airport
Kenyon Hall Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Lleweni Parc Glyndwr Soaring Club—Small Airport
Longford Airstrip—Small Airport
Manchester Barton Aerodrome—Small Airport
Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Middleton Sands Microlight—Small Airport
Moss Edge Farm Airfield—Small Airport
Nantclwyd Airstrip—Small Airport
North Wales Gliding Club—Small Airport
Pear Tree Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Pilling Sands Microlight—Small Airport
RAF Woodvale—Small Airport
Rhedyn Coch Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Saint Michaels Airfield—Small Airport
Tarn Farm Airfield (Rossall Field)—Small Airport
Tern Hill Airfield—Small Airport
The Plassey Airstrip—Small Airport
Tilstock Airfield—Small Airport
Trench Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Warrington Airstrip—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Bescar

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Ashton Health Centre
Broadoaks Child Development Centre
CHEC Community Eye Care
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)
Sexual Health Services
The Lantern Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bescar

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Good Shepherd Mission Church
Shirdley Hill Residential Centre
St Cuthbert
St. Mark's

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Bescar

What is the population of Bescar?

Bescar has a population of 571 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 187.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Bescar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $249,800 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Bescar?

Bescar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.8 inches, with 10.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bescar?

Bescar has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 52 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bescar?

The median home value in Bescar is $249,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.

How are the schools in Bescar?

50.0% of adults in Bescar 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 Bescar?

90% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability.

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