This guide will tell you everything you need to know about moving home to, or within, Yorkshire.
Find out the pros and cons of moving to Yorkshire, compare local schools, find out the average property prices to buy or rent, find out how safe it is to live in the place you are hoping to move to, find out the average cost of living, annual weather statistics, and how to get a quote for a home move to Yorkshire.
We will introduce you to each county of Yorkshire with a guide to each of the 5 most popular places to relocate to within that county.
And if you want information about a specific town or village within Yorkshire, the last section will provide you with plenty of links to useful information.
5 Pros of Moving to Yorkshire
Knaresborough, North Yorkshire
#1 Quality of Life.
It is one of the major reasons why so many people choose to move to Yorkshire.
Being in the midst of all that stunning countryside, or living in the city of Leeds, there is just not the chaos or overwhelming stress that seems to weigh down people living in other parts of the country.
#2 Great schools.
Trying to get your children into quality schools of your choice can be nigh on impossible in some parts of the country, especially as homes in the best catchment areas are ridiculously expensive. But in Yorkshire, there is an abundance of great schools.
#3 Cities and Countryside.
Yorkshire will give you easy access to both.
Live in an isolated rural community but feel the need for some city centre excitement? Live in the city but need to fill your lungs with some seriously fresh air? Or feast your eyes on some stunning countryside?
Yorkshire has it all, from the East Yorkshire Coastline and Yorkshire Dales to vibrant cities like Leeds and York.
#4 Commuting Time.
It is possible to live in Yorkshire and still work in London. In fact, your commute time may even be less than if you lived in the South East.
Did you know you can get from York to London in under 2 hours by train?
#5 More home for your money.
Many people just cannot afford the ridiculous prices of property in some parts of the country. But Yorkshire will give you the opportunity to have a true family home with a garden, or an idyllic hideaway cottage, or a home on the coast for a fraction of the cost of many parts of the UK.
It has been known to have bracing weather up on the moors
#1 Life is slower.
Not that everything being that little bit slower than you are used to is a bad thing, it just may take some adjusting to. Why rush everywhere when there are such historic buildings and stunning countryside to feast your eyes upon everywhere you look?
#2 Not so well connected.
In some of the more rural parts of Yorkshire, you may find the internet slower and mobile telephones coverage not as good as you are used to. But that can be a joy too, not being at everyone’s beck and call 24 hours a day.
However, it may be more troublesome if you work from home for example so be sure to check out local internet speeds where you plan on making your new home.
#3 Limited choices.
You may not find the variety of takeaways or food ingredients that you can in other parts of the country. There may not be the choice of local stores, or a taxi to hail, or the number of theatres to go to that you are used to. But the cities are never far away and you will learn to appreciate the city more when you visit it.
#4 People will talk to you.
When you move home one of the anxieties you may have is not having the social network around you that you had before.
But in Yorkshire, people will talk to you. They are a really friendly bunch.
That can be a little strange if you are not used to it. But you will soon settle in and in no time have a new social circle, and that goes for city dwellers as well the rural folk.
Even in the cities, people will take the time to talk to you.
#5 The weather.
It is colder in Yorkshire than in many parts of the UK. And if you are moving up north then you will definitely need to invest in some winter clothing.
But people are used to the colder weather here, they are prepared for it. So the 2cm of snow that is a show stopper on the M4, here is just a sprinkling of icing on the stunning countryside, and you will soon adapt to the bracing winds and liquid sunshine.
Just click on the county below to take you straight to a County Guide with the top 5 places to move to explored in greater depth.
And don’t forget that at the end of the county guides you will find lots of useful information about towns and villages anywhere in Yorkshire.
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Going to Live in North Yorkshire
The North York Moors, The North York Dales, and The North York Coast means you will never be short of breathtaking scenery when you move to North Yorkshire.
Around 40% of North Yorkshire is within a National Park, and the Yorkshire Dales and North York Moors are both within North Yorkshire.
North Yorkshire is considered a fairly affluent county and house prices here are slightly above average, but unemployment is very low compared to most of the UK.
Within North Yorkshire are 12 independent schools and 42 state secondary schools.
There are regular train services from North Yorkshire to a number of main train stations within the UK.
The main road within North Yorkshire is the A1(M) running from Scotland to London.
As well as the beautiful countryside you will be spoilt for choice for places to visit such as Lightwater Valley theme park, Castle Howard, Kirkham Priory, and Ripley Castle to name just a few.
The top 5 most populous places to live in North Yorkshire are listed below. Just click on the place name to get a better idea of what it is like to live in those places.
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The Pros of Moving to York
York Minster
York is a stunningly beautiful city steeped in history with some amazing architecture and many modern attractions too.
York has a fairly small number of residents so whilst there is always lots going on, and there are many tourists who flock to see the wonders of York, you will not feel like you are living in a city.
For shopaholics, York is famous for its vast range of independent and specialist stores, as well as all the high street brands you could want, all within this compact city.
There are two theatres in York, a large selection of places to eat and drink, nightclubs, and a full calendar of events.
Not only that but there is some lovely countryside right on your doorstep such as Howardian Hills and the North York Moors, and the coast is only an hour’s drive away.
Every day there are 25 direct train services to London Euston with a journey time of less than 2 hours. Other train services will get you to Leeds (45 minutes), Liverpool (2 hours), Manchester (1 hour 35 minutes), Newcastle (1 hour and 15 minutes), and Edinburgh (just over 3 hours).
Manchester Airport is just a two-hour car journey away. A couple of the major roads in York are the A59 to Liverpool (about 100 miles away), and the A64 which connects to the A1(M), M1 motorway, and to Leeds (about 25 miles away).
There are over 50 primary schools, 10 secondary schools (two of which offer further education), and a few private schools.
Harrogate regularly appears in the lists of the best places to live in the UK due to its good schools, excellent road and rail connections, quality of life, and some beautiful homes.
And on top of that, you are surrounded by beautiful countryside.
Harrogate has all the shops you need, as well as a large selection of independent stores.
There are a number of festivals throughout the year as well as regular events at the Harrogate Theatre, Royal Hall, and Harrogate International Centre.
The M1 and M62 motorways are close by, as is the A1(M). Via the A61 Leeds is about 16 miles away, and via the A59 York is a little over 20 miles away.
Leeds Bradford Airport is about 30 minutes away from Harrogate.
You can get to Leeds from Harrogate by train in 35 minutes, and to York in 40 minutes.
Within Harrogate are a number of primary schools, 8 secondary schools, and 4 private schools.
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Scarborough is a traditional seaside resort town on the North Sea Coast.
Scarborough has two sandy beaches separated by the ruins of Scarborough Castle.
There are around 50 restaurants, cafes, and bars, a drive-in cinema, an open-air theatre, North Yorkshire Water Park, and Lakeside Adventures.
On your doorstep are the North York Moors and North Riding Forest Park.
Locally there is the stunning Peasholm Park with gardens, natural waterfalls, and streams.
Brunswick Shopping Centre is where you will find the chain stores whilst in the old town are the independent shops.
There are some unique underground shops in the Scarborough Market Hall & Vaults.
There are train services from Scarborough to Leeds (80 minutes), Liverpool (under 3 hours), Manchester (2 hours 25 minutes), Newcastle (2 hours 30 minutes), and York (50 minutes).
These roads all serve Scarborough, the A64 to Leeds (69 miles) and York (42 miles), the A165 to Hull (45 miles and the A170 which will take you to the M1 motorway.
As well as a good selection of primary schools there are 4 secondary schools, a sixth form college, and a mixed independent day and boarding school at Scarborough College.
What are the average property prices in Scarborough?
Redcar is a seaside resort just 8 miles from Middlesborough.
Redcar has over 8 miles of sandy beach, parts of which you can walk your dog on.
The recently regenerated promenade is popular for an evening stroll and is where you will find traditional amusement arcades.
There is plenty to do in Redcar, there is a golf club, racecourse, leisure centre, seafront cinema, many parks local parks, and 23 listed buildings, and of course, you are right on the North Yorkshire Moors and Yorkshire Coast.
Many people choose to move to Redcar because there is a good mix of housing from new build estates to town centre terraces, the prices tend to be slightly cheaper than homes nearer Middlesborough, and there is a strong community feeling.
Add to that fact that there are some good schools in Redcar, in total, there are 11 primary schools. 3 secondary schools and a further education college.
The train will get you to Middlesborough in under 15 minutes and Darlington in about 45 minutes.
Via the A174 Darlington is about 27 miles away and via the A66 Middlesborough is about 9 miles away.
Thornaby is just 4 miles from Middlesborough and just across the river from Stockton-on-Tees.
The train will get you to Middlesborough in under 10 minutes and to Darlington in about 25 minutes.
Via the A66 Darlington is about 14 miles away.
Within Thornaby are 6 primary schools and 3 secondary schools.
Thornaby has undergone regeneration in recent years and now has a shopping centre, a leisure centre, a selection of independent stores, as well as a weekly market.
On the village green is a 12th Church where the mother of Captain James Cook was baptized in 1702.
Each year the Thornaby Show is held in the town.
Locally you can visit the Tees Barrage, Butterfly World, and the nature reserve at Bassleton Wood and the Holmes.
What are the average property prices in Thornaby-on-Tees?
Stunning scenery and breathtaking architecture await you in South Yorkshire.
South Yorkshire has always been associated with being industrial, but South Yorkshire has plenty of gems to entice you to move there.
From the Peak District to the Trans Pennine Trail near Penistone, wildlife parks, Wentworth Castle, and bustling cities with great shopping and leisure facilities such as the Meadowhall Centre in Sheffield, can all be found in South Yorkshire.
Over half the county’s population is concentrated around Sheffield so there are plenty of quiet and quaint villages as well as larger towns in which to relocate to.
Trains can get you from South Yorkshire to London in under two and a half hours and to Edinburgh in under four hours.
The M1 and M18 motorways both run through parts of South Yorkshire.
Below is a guide to moving home to the 5 most popular destinations in South Yorkshire.
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The Pros of Moving to Sheffield
Stanage which is just outside of Sheffield
Sheffield is right on the edge of the Peak District, so as well as having all the amenities you could ever need at your fingertips, you are surrounded by some beautiful countryside.
Sheffield is often described as a city that feels like a large town with a community feel.
There is a huge selection of bars and restaurants, art galleries, two large theatres, leisure facilities, six multiplex cinemas, and a huge number of independent stores, as well as Meadowhall shopping centre which offers a vast range of stores.
With the added bonus that Sheffield is far far cheaper to live than many places in the UK, you can understand why many people choose to relocate here.
The centre of Sheffield is predominately terraced homes and flats, whilst the suburbs offer more detached and semi-detached homes.
Sheffield has 138 primary schools, 37 secondary schools, 3 facilities for further education, 2 universities, and 5 independent private schools.
Sheffield has great transport links with trains to London (in about 2 hours 25 minutes), Leeds (about an hour), Manchester (just over an hour), Birmingham (1 hour 25 minutes) and Edinburgh (3 hours 50 minutes).
Leeds via the M1 is 36 miles. Manchester is 38 miles via the A57, and Birmingham is 92 miles via the M1.
Doncaster Sheffield Airport is 18 miles from the city centre, East Midlands Airport is about an hour’s drive away and there are direct train services to Manchester Airport every hour.
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Doncaster is a large market town that still hosts a huge outdoor market 3 times a week, as well as a monthly farmers market, and a fish market.
Shoppers have plenty of places to choose from, there is the Frenchgate Shopping Centre and a retail park, and a good selection of independent stores.
Doncaster is benefitting from lots of investment in regeneration but property is still generally cheaper than nearby Sheffield.
From period homes near the town centre, terraces, apartments within Victorian houses, flats, studios, and a good selection of new builds, you should be able to find a home to suit your needs and budget.
Doncaster has plenty of open and green spaces with around 60 woodlands and country parks, as well as Hatfield Outdoor Activity Centre, Conisbrough Castle, Wetland Animal Park, and of course Doncaster Racecourse to fill your leisure time.
Trains to Sheffield (under 35 minutes), Leeds (around 40 minutes), Manchester (under 90 minutes), Newcastle (1 hour and 40 minutes), Birmingham (under 2 hours), and London (about 1 hour and 50 minutes).
Doncaster is on the A1(M) leading to the M1 and M62. By car, Sheffield is 23 miles away via the M18 and Leeds is 33 miles via the M62 making Doncaster a great relocation choice for commuters.
Doncaster has 58 primary schools, 19 secondary schools, and 3 centres for further education.
What are the average property prices in Doncaster?
Rotherham is a thriving town with a couple of museums, a theatre and arts centre, multiplex cinema, a good selection of bars and restaurants and plenty of shops.
Rotherham has Clifton Park with children’s attractions and Minster Gardens where open-air events are held.
There are several annual events held in the town including Rotherham Rocks and the Rotherham Show.
Rotherham has 3 nursery schools, dozens of primary schools, 15 secondary schools, and 3 colleges.
Rotherham has a number of train services running to Sheffield (16 minutes), Doncaster (27 minutes), Leeds (just over an hour), Manchester (1 hour 16 minutes), and York (65 minutes).
By car Sheffield is 10 miles away, Doncaster 20 miles away via the M18, Leeds is 34 miles away via the M1, Manchester 42 miles, and York is 54 miles via the M1.
What are the average property prices in Rotherham?
Barnsley is a market town midway between Leeds and Sheffield, on the edge of the Peak District, and surrounded by historic villages.
There is plenty to enjoy in and around Barnsley: Lamproom Theatre, the Victorian Arcade, a famous market (regarded as the best in South Yorkshire), a good selection of independent shops, many bars and restaurants, Barnsley Metrodome Leisure Complex with sports and leisure activities, Wentworth Castle and Cannon Hall Museum to name but a few.
Investment in Barnsley has created many new housing developments and job opportunities resulting in Barnsley having unemployment which is below the national average.
There are many primary schools in Barnsley as well as 10 secondary schools, 2 colleges, and a university.
An express train service to Leeds runs every thirty minutes, with a journey time of just 35 minutes, Sheffield (30 minutes), Huddersfield (50 minutes), Chesterfield (just over 40 minutes), and Nottingham (80 minutes).
From junctions 36, 37, and 38 you can get straight onto the M1 motorway at Barnsley, which will take you to Leeds (23 miles away), Sheffield (22 miles), Huddersfield (18 miles), Chesterfield (34 miles) and Nottingham (53 miles).
Wath is a small town midway between Doncaster and Barnsley.
Just 6 miles from Rotherham via the A633 or a 30-minute bus ride, 12 miles from Doncaster via car, or an hour by bus, Sheffield is just 16 miles and just over an hour by public transport.
Manchester International Airport is about 40 miles away and Leeds Bradford Airport is just under 30 miles away.
There are 4 primary schools, 2 secondary schools and a college of further education in Wath.
Every May Bank Holiday is the Wath Festival when the town comes together for a number of art and music events.
Locally there is a good range of stores for your everyday needs as well as a few pubs and cafes.
Wath also has a very popular leisure centre.
What are the average property prices in Wath-Upon-Dearne?
Detached houses: £294,727
Semi-detached houses: £166,594
Terraced homes: £126,024
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What is the average property rental cost in Wath-Upon-Dearne?
1 bed £485
2 beds £652
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West Yorkshire has many qualities to attract home movers, including some very highly regarded schools.
Need the buzz of the city? Then you have three major cities to choose from in West Yorkshire, as well as a number of large towns.
Need the tranquility and fresh air of the great outdoors? Then you are on the doorstep of three national parks.
History, heritage, and culture are plentiful in West Yorkshire too.
With great road and rail connections, a wide variety of home types and locations, as well as some very affordable properties, a lot of regeneration, and friendly and welcoming locals, no wonder West Yorkshire is the destination of choice for many home movers.
The 5 most popular places for people looking to move to in West Yorkshire are explored in more depth below.
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The Pros of Moving to Leeds
County Arcade Leeds
With the beautiful Yorkshire Dales just minutes away, exciting nightlife, a huge variety of shops, great transport links, award-winning restaurants, galleries, theatres, and a large variety of attractions and festivals, Leeds offers something for everyone.
With a booming economy, Leeds is the cultural, commercial, and financial centre of West Yorkshire, and in fact, is the largest centre of finance and legal services outside of London.
Manufacturing, engineering, retail, and leisure are amongst the other major employment sectors within Leeds.
Leeds has 3 universities, 4 centres of further education, 42 secondary schools, dozens of primary schools, and a large number of independent schools.
Leeds is the transport hub of West Yorkshire with many many major roads and motorways, and one of the busiest train stations in the UK.
Leeds Bradford Airport is just 8 miles from Leeds, and Manchester Airport is just 58 miles by road or about 90 minutes by train. Leeds to London by train is less than 3 hours and Edinburgh is just over 3 hours away.
Bradford has come a long way since the days when it was the wool capital of the textile industry. Nowadays 13% of the workforce is still employed in manufacturing, but digital industries such as publishing and software as well as the financial sector are big employers in Bradford. Freeman Grattan Holdings employs around 300 staff in the city centre.
There are many attractions to draw you to live in Bradford such as the 2 great museums, its rural location at the foot of the Pennines, and some great shopping within the Broadway Shopping and Leisure Centre and Kirkland Centre.
There is the Forster Square Retail Park, as well as the unique Sunbridge Wells which is a subterranean shopping complex housed in Victorian tunnels in the centre of Bradford with a mix of bars, restaurants, and shops.
Bradford is considered to be the curry capital of the UK with some great local restaurants.
Housing in Bradford is cheaper than in the surrounding areas, so with the great road and train links, Bradford attracts many commuters.
The West Yorkshire Metro links Bradford with Leeds (17 minutes), Manchester (16 minutes), and Sheffield ( 1 hour 50 minutes).
Bradford to Leeds by car is 10 miles, Manchester is 39 miles and Sheffield only 45 miles.
Leeds Bradford Airport is about 6 miles away from Bradford.
There are many highly rated schools amongst Bradford’s 166 primary schools and 48 secondary schools. Bradford also has a college and university.
For commuters Huddersfield is in a great location, being between the cities of Leeds (21 miles away) and Manchester (30 miles away). The M62 and M1 are easy to get to, making Sheffield just 32 miles away.
Regular and fast trains, from the Grade 1 listed train station, will get you to Leeds (40 minutes), Manchester (about 40 minutes), Sheffield (80 minutes), and Liverpool (70 minutes).
Huddersfield has some very affordable housing, with a choice of terraces to big detached Victorian homes.
You can find some great shops at the Packhorse Precinct, Kingsgate Centre, and the Piazza, and Huddersfield is famous for its great nightlife.
Huddersfield will also give you easy access to some stunning countryside as the Pennines are just a few minutes away.
Huddersfield has many fine Victorian buildings and art galleries, and the Town Hall, Lawrence Batley Theatre, and Proper Job Theatre often put on some great shows.
There is a university, a further education college, two sixth-form colleges and there are some very highly rated schools in the area.
What are the average property prices in Huddersfield?
Detached houses: £358,377
Semi-detached houses: £211,688
Terraced homes: £151,789
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What is the average property rental cost in Huddersfield?
1 bed £567
2 beds £764
3 beds £916
4 beds £809
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Right on the edge of the Pennines, Wakefield is a bustling Cathedral city.
Wakefield Cathedral has the tallest spire in Yorkshire.
There are some great shopping areas such as Trinity Walk retail centre, Ridings Shopping centre, as well as on the waterfront where you will find many restaurants and cafes.
The Theatre Royal Wakefield holds many productions throughout the year and Wakefield also has an art gallery.
There are a number of beautiful parks including Clarence Park where a music festival is held every year, as well as Pugneys Country Park where you can go windsurfing.
Wakefield also has a real snow ski slope at the Snozone and a Gravity Trampoline Park.
Distribution and service industries provide the main employment in Wakefield.
For commuters, there are express trains to London with a journey time of less than 2 hours, Sheffield in about 45 minutes, Leeds in 16 minutes, Newcastle in 1 hour 45 minutes, Manchester in under 2 hours, and Nottingham in 95 minutes.
Sheffield is 26 miles via the M1, Leeds is 10 miles via the M621, Manchester is 48 miles via the M62, and Nottingham is 62 miles via the M1.
Leeds Bradford Airport is 19 miles away.
In Wakefield are 50 primary schools, 18 secondary schools, 2 colleges of further education, 3 independent primary schools, and 6 independent senior and all-through schools.
What are the average property prices in Wakefield?
Many people choose to live in Halifax as it is a great commuter town for getting to Manchester which is 33 miles away and Leeds which is 19 miles via the M62, Huddersfield is 9 miles via the A629, Wakefield is 24 miles via the M62 and York is only 44 miles away.
Trains from Halifax to Manchester (55 minutes), Leeds (40 minutes), Huddersfield (30 minutes), and York (80 minutes).
Property prices in Halifax are cheaper than in the surrounding area too.
Recent investment in Halifax has created a library, The Square Chapel arts centre, and the restoration of the incredible architecture of the Georgian Piece Hall, there is the Eureka Children’s Museum, the Heritage Festival, the Comedy Festival, and Dean Clough has become a centre for leisure and arts.
Shoppers will have plenty of places to explore with a great range of local stores and national chains, the Westgate Arcade, as well as the Borough Market set in a beautiful Victorian, Grade 2 listed building.
There are some great schools in Halifax, there are about 11 primary schools, 3 non-selective secondary schools, a grammar school, a vocational college, and a college of further education.
With some great parks such as Ogen Water Country Park and Nature Reserve, Shibden Park, Manor Heath, and Jungle Experience, Halifax really does have a lot going for it.
The East Riding of Yorkshire has something to attract everyone, from large towns to quaint coastal villages.
The East Riding of Yorkshire has some stunning natural attractions from the Yorkshire Moors and Yorkshire Wolds to the rugged coastline with the seaside resorts of Bridlington, Withernsea, and Hornsea.
Amongst the many places to visit in East Riding are Skipsea Castle, Burton Agnes Hall, Burnby Hall, Skidby Windmill, and Beverley Minster which is one of the county’s most visited attractions.
The largest town is Hull which offers a good range of local amenities.
East Riding is a mainly rural county with the local economy reliant mainly upon agriculture and tourism but has a very low unemployment rate.
The East Riding has one university which is in Hull and some great schools with, on average, above the national average exam results.
The East Riding is connected to the national motorway network via the M62 at Hull and there is a major rail station in Hull serving many major towns and cities.
The 5 most popular destinations for people moving home in the East Riding of Yorkshire are looked at in more depth below.
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The Pros of Moving to Hull
Hull is a great place to live with its culture, history, fine architecture, and lovely surrounding countryside.
Property is not only very affordable here but desirable too, from modern waterfront apartments to large Georgian and Victorian houses.
There are museums, art galleries, a theatre, the lovely Queens Gardens to relax in, some great pubs and restaurants as well as the annual Freedom Festival and Hull Fair, which is one of the largest fairs in Europe.
There are plenty of independent shops as well as main high street brand stores.
There are cafes and bistros, boutiques and creative centres, local investment and regeneration, and a great community feel to Hull.
Local employers include Hull University, the digital industry, the docks, and the Siemens wind turbine factory.
Hull has a mainline train station with services to Leeds ( 60 minutes), Sheffield (95 minutes), York(75 minutes), and London in 2 hours and 30 minutes.
By car Leeds (63 miles), Sheffield (68 miles), and York (40 miles).
From Hull ferry terminal you can get to Rotterdam and Zeebrugge.
The nearest airport is at Humberside 26 miles away.
Hull has 72 primary schools, 13 secondary schools, 4 centres of further education, and a few independent schools.
Bridlington has two fantastic, long sandy beaches, parts of which you can even take your dog onto.
The promenade and cliff tops make for some lovely walks with plenty of rock pools waiting to be explored. There is even a land train along the promenade for the less energetic.
The south bay of Bridlington stretches for miles, has many traditional seaside attractions, cafes, and shops, and is considered the quieter end of the town so is ideal for families.
Bridlington has had much regeneration in recent years and now offers many local amenities in very nice surroundings.
Trains from Bridlington run to Hull (45 minutes), York (under 2 hours), and Leeds in about 2 and a half hours, amongst other destinations.
By road Hull is 27 miles via the A165, York is 42 miles via the A164, and Leeds is 66 miles via the A64.
Local employment is mainly in manufacturing, service sectors, retail, and tourism.
Within Bridlington are 7 primary schools, and 2 secondary schools, and is home to the East Riding College of further education.
What are the average property prices in Bridlington?
Detached houses: £294,805
Semi-detached houses: £185,829
Terraced homes: £156,431
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What is the average property rental cost in Bridlington?
1 bed £545
2 beds £558
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Beverley Minster is the stunning centerpiece of this quiet town.
Often described as a smaller, more friendly version of York, and whilst the property is not as cheap as in some parts of East Riding, there is a nice range of properties from Georgian townhouses, to large detached family homes, as well as terraces and cottages.
Many people at all stages of their life are choosing to move to Beverley for its good amenities, beautiful surroundings, and good schools.
Beverley has many great cafes and restaurants, as well as many independent shops, and the Flemingate shopping centre with the usual high street chain stores.
There is also a cinema, a theatre, and an annual folk festival in Beverley.
Trains go from Beverley to York (2 hours 30 minutes), Leeds (2 hours 10 minutes), Manchester (2 hours 10 minutes), and Sheffield (1 hour 45 minutes).
By road Beverley to York is 32 miles via the A1079, Leeds is 57 miles via the M62, Manchester is 94 miles via the M62 and Sheffield is 63 miles via the M18.
There are 6 primary schools, 3 secondary schools, and 2 colleges in Beverley.
Goole is a popular choice for commuters due to its easy access to the motorways.
Goole to York is 24 miles via the A63, Hull is 32 miles via the M62, Doncaster is 25 miles via the M18 and Leeds is 36 miles via the M62.
By train, Beverley to York (1 hour 42 minutes), Hull (37 minutes), Doncaster (28 minutes), and Leeds (36 miles).
Tesco has a distribution centre in Goole giving employment to many locals. Siemens is also planning to open a manufacturing plant in Hull to build tube trains.
Beverley has a number of primary schools and a secondary school with a sixth-form college.
Property is good value for money in Goole with the majority of homes on the market being two and three-bedroom Victorian terraces.
There is plenty to do in Goole, St Johns Church is well worth a visit, and there is the Yorkshire Waterways Museum and marina.
Beverley has a pedestrianised shopping area, market hall, retail centre, leisure centre, theatre, and cinema, as well as some very nice parks and gardens.
For nature lovers, Beverley is close to Thorne and Hatfield Moors, the largest peak bogs in Britain, and Blacktoft Sands Nature Reserve.
Cottingham, just north of Hull, is a lovely village that is often referred to as the largest village in England.
There is a large Gothic church, an art gallery, and many local historic buildings, and Hallgate and King Street are the main shopping streets with plenty of choices of independent stores.
Cottingham also has a weekly market every Thursday.
There are a number of local pubs, within which the Cottingham Springboard Festival, a live music festival, is held each year.
Within Cottingham are four primary schools and a secondary school.
Cottingham has train services to Hull (10 minutes), York (2 hours 19 minutes), Doncaster (1 hour 10 minutes), and Leeds (just over 2 hours).
By car Hull is 5 miles, York is 35 miles via the A1079, Doncaster is 44 miles via the M62, and Leeds is 58 miles via the M62.
What are the average property prices in Cottingham?
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