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Scorton, United Kingdom
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Scorton is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,012. Elevation: 184 ft (56 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Scorton
Scorton is a small village near the River Wyre, in the Wyre district of Lancashire, England. It is located north of Garstang. The name means "farmstead near a ditch or ravine."
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| Population | 1,012 |
| Population Density | 872 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.3979°, -1.6128° |
| 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 Scorton
Scorton is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,012. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet (56 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
Scorton vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Scorton 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) | 92 |
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 | 405 |
Property Tax
Climate in Scorton
Scorton 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 | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 872/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.3979°N, 1.6128°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 2.5 in |
Scorton has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 39°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.6").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 872/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.2 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Scorton
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton-on-Swale St Mary's C of E Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Scorton
11 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aycliffe Radio | local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CVFM | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| First radio bounce northeast | club dance | AAC | |
| 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 | |
| frisk radio groove northeast | groove | AAC | |
| Amazing Radio | electronica, hip hop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Scorton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aycliffe and District Bus Preservation Society | ||||
| Green Howards Museum | ||||
| Hopetown Darlington | ||||
| Locomotion - The National Railway Museum at Shildon | ||||
| Richmond Castle Museum | ||||
| Richmondshire Museum | ||||
| Tees Cottage Pumping Station - Beam Engine House | ||||
| Tees Cottage Pumping Station - Visitor Centre and Gas Engine House |
Libraries in Scorton
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedale Hall | 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 | |||||
| Newton Aycliffe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Northallerton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shildon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thornborough Hall | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Scorton
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masham Market |
Clinics in Scorton
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Scorton
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Scorton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayonet Brewing | ||||
| Black Sheep Brewery | ||||
| George Samuel Brewery | ||||
| Hopper House Brew Farm | ||||
| Live Brewing Co | ||||
| Mithril | ||||
| Pennine Brewing Co | ||||
| Richmond Brewery shop | ||||
| Theakston Brewery | ||||
| Wensleydale Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Scorton
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Scorton
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 |
| Bagby Thirsk Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Baxby-Husthwaite Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Birchwood Lodge 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Sherburn-in-Elmet Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Spite Hall Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Staindrop Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Thornton Watlass Airstrip UL | - | Small Airport |
| Throstle Nest Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wathstones Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wombleton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Woodhouse Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Yearby Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Scorton
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Methodist Church | |
| St Mary’s Church |
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What is the population of Scorton?
Scorton has a population of 1,012 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 872 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 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 Scorton 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 Scorton?
Scorton 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 Scorton?
Scorton 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 92 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Scorton?
The median home value in Scorton is $350,437. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,168. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Scorton?
50.0% of adults in Scorton 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 Scorton?
97.1% of residents speak only English at home.