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Scarcroft, United Kingdom
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Scarcroft is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,194. Elevation: 404 ft (123 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Scarcroft
Scarcroft is a village and civil parish 6 miles (10Â km) north east of Leeds city centre in the City of Leeds metropolitan borough, West Yorkshire, England. The village lies on the main A58 road between Leeds and Wetherby. It had a population of 1,153 increasing to 1,194 at the 2011 Census.
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| Population | 1,194 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 404 ft (123 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.8667°, -1.4500° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.8 inches (1,086 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.6 inches (19 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $46,629 |
| Median Age | 36.6 years |
About Scarcroft
Scarcroft is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,194. The city sits at an elevation of 404 feet (123 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Scarcroft vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Scarcroft vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,629 |
| 38% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,629 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $897 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.7% |
| 86% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 109 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 41.8% |
| Public Transit | 8.4% |
| Work from Home | 33.8% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $307,740 |
| 9% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,166 |
| 0% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 57.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 57.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 42.4% |
| Housing Units | 478 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 205 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 404 ft (123 m) |
| Area | 231.2 sq mi (598.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.8667°N, 1.4500°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
Scarcroft has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 38°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (1.9").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 34.7% |
| 3% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 53.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Total Area | 231.2 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 41.8% |
| Public Transit | 8.4% |
| Work from Home | 33.8% |
Schools in Scarcroft
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shadwell Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Scarcroft
26 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| HearMe - Classic Hard Rock | classic hard rock | MP3 | |
| Rotherham Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Leeds Student Radio | student radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Yo1 Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| ARP Radio | dub, dub techno | MP3 320 kbps | |
| News Radio UK | information, news | AAC | |
| SD Radio | dance, dnb | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rother Radio (Rotherham & Sheffield) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| The British Home Front Radio Service | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Phoenix Radio | 2000s, 2010s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HWD Hospital Radio | - | AAC+ 112 kbps | |
| University Radio York | - | MP3 48 kbps | |
| North Derbyshire Radio | classic hits, hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Hear Me - top pop | pop, pop music | MP3 | |
| HearMe - trance | trance | MP3 | |
| Jorvik Radio | - | AAC 320 kbps | |
| Harrogate Hospital Radio | classic hits, hospital radio | MP3 | |
| Doncaster Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Tempo 107.4 FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Powerhouse Radio | christian, christian contemporary | MP3 | |
| Sheffield Live! | community radio, sheffield | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sine FM | - | MP3 | |
| SMILE RADIO | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rhubarb Radio | local radio, music | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Drystone Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Revolution Radio Online | - | AAC 320 kbps |
Museums in Scarcroft
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey House Museum | ||||
| Aldborough Roman Site Museum | ||||
| Bagshaw Museum and Wilton Park | ||||
| Castleford Forum Museum | ||||
| Colton Medieval Village | ||||
| Dewsbury Bus Museum | ||||
| Fulneck Moravian Museum | ||||
| Horsforth Museum | ||||
| Leeds City Museum | ||||
| Leeds Industrial Museum | ||||
| Leeds Museums Discovery Centre | ||||
| M&S Company Archive: Marks in Time | ||||
| Mental Health Muesum | ||||
| Middleton Railway Museum | ||||
| Mother Shipton's Museum and Gift Shop | ||||
| Pontefract Museum | ||||
| Royal Armouries | ||||
| Second World War Experience Centre | ||||
| Temple Newsam House | ||||
| Thackray Medical Museum | ||||
| The Ron Kitching Library | ||||
| The Royal Pump Room Museum | ||||
| Tudor Courthouse Museum | ||||
| Wagon Hoist Mini Musem | ||||
| Wakefield Museum | ||||
| West Yorkshire History Centre | ||||
| Yorkshire Cricket Museum |
Libraries in Scarcroft
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Kean Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Armley leeds council office | 0.0 | |||||
| Armley leeds council office | 0.0 | |||||
| Armley leeds council office | 0.0 | |||||
| Armley One Stop Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Batley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beeston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beeston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Belle Isle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Belle Isle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bilton and Woodfield Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Birstall Library and Information Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Boroughbridge Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Boston Spa Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bramley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brotherton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Calverley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Castleford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chapel Allerton Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chapel Allerton Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chapeltown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chapeltown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Compton Centre Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Compton Centre Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crossgates Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dewsbury Library Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Dewsbury Road Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dewsbury Road Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Drighlington Meeting Hall & Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Edward Boyle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Farsley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Featherstone Library and Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Garforth Library & One Stop Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Gildersome Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gildersome Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gildersome Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Greenwood Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Halton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Harrogate Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Health Sciences Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Heckmondwike Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Holt Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Holt Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Horbury Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Horsforth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hunslet Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kippax Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Knaresborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Laidlaw Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leeds Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leeds Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leeds Conservatoire Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leeds Conservatoire Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library and Community Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Library and Community Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Methely Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Middleton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Middleton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mini library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mini library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mirfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Moor Allerton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Morley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Morley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Normanton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oakwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oakwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Otley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pontefract Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pudsey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rawdon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Richmond Hill Rec Hall & library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rothwell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rothwell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rothwell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Scholes library | 0.0 | |||||
| Seacroft Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Seacroft Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shadwell Independent Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sherburn-in-Elmet Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St James's Hospital Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stanley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Starbeck Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tadcaster Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The British Library Document Supply Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| The Leeds Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Leeds Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Upton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Valley Gardens Pop Up Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wakefield One | 0.0 | |||||
| Walton Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wetherby Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whinmoor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yeadon Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Scarcroft
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birstall Market Place | |||||
| Castleford Market Hall | |||||
| Dewsbury Market | |||||
| Leeds Kirkgate Market (Indoor) | |||||
| Leeds Kirkgate Market (Outdoor) | |||||
| Morley Market | |||||
| Ossett Market Place | |||||
| Ossett Outdoor and Flea Market | |||||
| Otley Market Square | |||||
| Pontefract Market Hall | |||||
| Pontefract Outdoor Market | |||||
| Pudsey Market |
Restaurants in Scarcroft
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Scarcroft
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Scarcroft
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Scarcroft
7 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Scarcroft
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amity Brew Co | ||||
| Amity Brew Co | ||||
| Amity Brew Co | ||||
| Anthology Brewing Company | ||||
| Anthology Brewing Company | ||||
| Arthington Brewery (area) | ||||
| Arthington Brewery (area) | ||||
| Bosun's Brewery | ||||
| Crooked Brewery | ||||
| Daleside Brewery | ||||
| DMC Brewery | ||||
| DMC Brewery | ||||
| Frisky Bear Brewing Co | ||||
| Frisky Bear Brewing Co | ||||
| Harrogate Brewing Company | ||||
| HB Clark And Co Ltd | ||||
| Horbury Ales | ||||
| Horsforth Brewery | ||||
| Horsforth Brewery | ||||
| Horsforth Brewery | ||||
| Kirkstall Brewery | ||||
| Leeds Brewery | ||||
| Leeds Brewery | ||||
| Legitimate Industries | ||||
| Legitimate Industries | ||||
| Luddite Brewing Co | ||||
| Meanwood Brewery | ||||
| Meanwood Brewery | ||||
| Morton Collins Brewing Co | ||||
| Northern Monk - Sydenham Road | ||||
| Northern Monk Refectory LDS | ||||
| Northern Monk Refectory LDS | ||||
| Ossett Brewery | ||||
| Pig Love Brewery | ||||
| Pig Love Brewery | ||||
| Ridgeside Brewery | ||||
| Roosters | ||||
| Rudgate Brewery | ||||
| Shadow Brewing | ||||
| Springwell - North Brewing Co | ||||
| Springwell - North Brewing Co | ||||
| Sunbeam Ales | ||||
| Sunbeam Ales | ||||
| Sunbeam Ales | ||||
| Tarn 51 | ||||
| Tartarus Beers | ||||
| The Old Flax Store | ||||
| Thomas Fawcett | ||||
| Tigertops Brewery | ||||
| Turning Point Brew Co | ||||
| Wetherby Brew Co | ||||
| Wilde Child Brewing Co | ||||
| Wilde Child Brewing Co | ||||
| Yorkshire Heart |
Stadiums & Teams in Scarcroft
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Scarcroft
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Leeds Bradford Airport | LBA | 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 |
| Beeches Farm Airstrip | - | 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 |
| Camphill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Caunton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cliffe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coal Aston Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Croft Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crosland Moor Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Darlton Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Dishforth Village Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Elvington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Felixkirk Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Finningley Village Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Forwood Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Full Sutton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Garforth Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gilrudding Grange Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grange Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grove Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Haxey Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hazlewood Gallop / Tadcaster Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Headon Microlight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Howden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hutton Grange Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lartington Moor Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lodge Field House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Low Moor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Melrose Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Netherthorpe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Newton-on-Rawcliffe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| North Rigton Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Oxenhope Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pocklington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ravensworth Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Redmoor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Scarcroft
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Shadwell Village Store & Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Scarcroft
8 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| AshField Medical Clinic | ||
| BUPA | ||
| Jamie Bell Physio | ||
| Leeds Private Trichology Clinic | ||
| Maywa Clinic | ||
| St George's Medical Centre | ||
| The Whitehall Clinic | ||
| Woodsley Road Health Centre |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Scarcroft
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Paul's |
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What is the population of Scarcroft?
Scarcroft has a population of 1,194 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 231.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.
Is Scarcroft expensive to live in?
The median household income is $46,629, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $307,740 (9% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,166 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Scarcroft?
Scarcroft has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Scarcroft?
The unemployment rate in Scarcroft is 6.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $897. There are 109 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Scarcroft?
The median home value in Scarcroft is $307,740. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,166. The homeownership rate is 57.6%.
How are the schools in Scarcroft?
34.7% of adults in Scarcroft hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 53.0% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Scarcroft?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Scarcroft is 7% White, 2.1% Black or African American, 14.6% Asian. 89.3% of residents speak only English at home. 3.1% of the population are military veterans. 5.0% of residents have a disability.