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Scholes, United Kingdom
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Scholes is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,266. Elevation: 331 ft (101 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
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| Population | 2,266 |
| Population Density | 10 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 331 ft (101 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.8235°, -1.4281° |
| 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 Scholes
Scholes is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,266. The city sits at an elevation of 331 feet (101 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
Scholes vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Scholes 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) | 206 |
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 | 906 |
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 | 331 ft (101 m) |
| Area | 231.2 sq mi (598.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 10/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.8235°N, 1.4281°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
Scholes has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and July the driest (1.8").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 34.7% |
| 3% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 53.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 10/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 Scholes
24 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whinmoor St Paul's Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Springwell Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Temple Moor High School | - | - | - | - |
| Parklands Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Seacroft Grange Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| White Laith Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Barwick-in-Elmet CofE Primary School and Nursery | - | - | - | - |
| Leeds East Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Templenewsam Halton Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Cross Gates Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Austhorpe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Temple Moor High School | - | - | - | - |
| Manston St James Primary Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Fieldhead Carr Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bishop Young Church of England Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Beechwood Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Our Lady of Good Counsel Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Grange Farm Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| John Smeaton Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Scholes (Elmet) Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Swarcliffe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Manston Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Theresa's Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Grimes Dyke Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Scholes
39 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heart South Wales | adult contemporary, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Capital FM Cymru | bilingual, contemporary | AAC 48 kbps | |
| BBC Radio Wales (128k) | music, news | UNKNOWN | |
| HearMe - Classic Hard Rock | classic hard rock | MP3 | |
| BBC Radio Cymru (128k) | entertainment, music | UNKNOWN | |
| Rotherham Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Nation Radio Wales | contemporary | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Leeds Student Radio | student radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| SD Radio | dance, dnb | MP3 128 kbps | |
| News Radio UK | information, news | AAC | |
| ARP Radio | dub, dub techno | MP3 320 kbps | |
| The British Home Front Radio Service | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rother Radio (Rotherham & Sheffield) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Yo1 Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| broradio | community radio, local news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Past Perfect Radio | 20s | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio Camarthenshire | local news, pop music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BBC Radio Cymru 2 (128k) | music, news | UNKNOWN | |
| Heart North Wales | local news, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| University Radio York | - | MP3 48 kbps | |
| Hear Me - top pop | pop, pop music | MP3 | |
| Heart West Wales | commercial, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| HearMe - trance | trance | MP3 | |
| Jorvik Radio | - | AAC 320 kbps | |
| Harrogate Hospital Radio | classic hits, hospital radio | MP3 | |
| Phoenix Radio | 2000s, 2010s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HWD Hospital Radio | - | AAC+ 112 kbps | |
| Tempo 107.4 FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Powerhouse Radio | christian, christian contemporary | MP3 | |
| SMILE RADIO | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rhubarb Radio | local radio, music | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Drystone Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Revolution Radio Online | - | AAC 320 kbps | |
| Doncaster Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Sine FM | - | MP3 | |
| North Derbyshire Radio | classic hits, hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Sheffield Live! | community radio, sheffield | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mondo Radio | community radio, variety | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Dragon Radio | pop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Scholes
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey House 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 | ||||
| Skelmanthorpe Textile Heritage Centre | ||||
| Temple Newsam House | ||||
| Thackray Medical Museum | ||||
| The Royal Pump Room Museum | ||||
| Tudor Courthouse Museum | ||||
| Wagon Hoist Mini Musem | ||||
| Wakefield Museum | ||||
| West Yorkshire History Centre | ||||
| Yorkshire Cricket Museum |
Libraries in Scholes
| 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 | |||||
| Boston Spa Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bramley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brotherton 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 | |||||
| Cudworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Denby Dale Community 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 | |||||
| Hemsworth 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 | |||||
| Mapplewell and Staincross Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Methely Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Middleton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Middleton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mini library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mini 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 | |||||
| Pontefract Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pudsey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Richmond Hill Rec Hall & library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rothwell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rothwell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rothwell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Royston 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 | |||||
| South Elmsall 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 |
Farmers Markets in Scholes
| 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 | |||||
| Pontefract Market Hall | |||||
| Pontefract Outdoor Market | |||||
| Pudsey Market | |||||
| South Elmsall Market |
Hotels in Scholes
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Scholes
23 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Scholes
33 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Scholes
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Scholes
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Scholes
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Scholes
10 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Scholes
4 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Scholes
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Scholes
3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Scholes
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Scholes
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Scholes
3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Scholes
8 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Scholes
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Scholes
| 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 | ||||
| Chin Chin Brewing Company | ||||
| Crooked Brewery | ||||
| Daleside Brewery | ||||
| DMC Brewery | ||||
| DMC Brewery | ||||
| Frisky Bear Brewing Co | ||||
| Frisky Bear Brewing Co | ||||
| Harrogate Brewing Company | ||||
| HB Clark And Co Ltd | ||||
| Hilltop Brewery Tap | ||||
| 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 | ||||
| Nailmaker Brewing | ||||
| 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 | ||||
| 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 Scholes
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Scholes
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 |
| Butterfield Farm Airstrip | - | 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 |
| Newgate Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Newton-on-Rawcliffe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| North Moor Aero Club Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| North Rigton Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Onecoat Morridge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Oxenhope Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Scholes
8 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Barwick Village Store and Post Office | |
| Crossgates Post Office | |
| Halton Post Office | |
| Kentmere Avenue Post Office | |
| Ramshead Hill Post Office | |
| Seacroft Post Office | |
| Skelton Wood Post Office | |
| Whinmoor Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Scholes
7 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| AshField Medical Clinic | ||
| BUPA | ||
| Leeds Private Trichology Clinic | ||
| Maywa Clinic | ||
| St George's Medical Centre | ||
| The Whitehall Clinic | ||
| Woodsley Road Health Centre |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Scholes
23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints Church | |
| Christ Church | |
| Christ Church | |
| Church of Ascension | |
| Crossgates Methodist Church | |
| Halton: St Wilfrid | |
| Killingbeck Cemetery | |
| Kingdom Hall | |
| Manston St James | |
| Our Lady of Good Counsel | |
| Scholes Methodist Church | |
| Seacroft Congregational Church | |
| Seacroft Methodist Church | |
| St Mary's Church, Whitkirk | |
| St Philip's Church | |
| St Richard's | |
| St Theresa's Church | |
| St. Gregory the Great | |
| St. James', Seacroft | |
| St. Paul |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Scholes?
Scholes has a population of 2,266 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 10 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 Scholes 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 Scholes?
Scholes 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 Scholes?
The unemployment rate in Scholes 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 206 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Scholes?
The median home value in Scholes is $307,740. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,166. The homeownership rate is 57.6%.
How are the schools in Scholes?
34.7% of adults in Scholes 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 Scholes?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Scholes 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.