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Skipton
City in Bradford, United Kingdom
Overview
Skipton, known as the 'Gateway to the Dales,' is a lively market town rich in history and surrounded by scenic Yorkshire countryside. It offers a mix of historic landmarks, friendly pubs, independent shops, and easy access to the Yorkshire Dales National Park. The town's charming canal, medieval castle, and welcoming community make it a delightful base for exploration.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United Kingdom
Metropolitan District
Bradford
Population
15,369
Time Zone
Europe/London
Coordinates
53.96°, -2.02°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
88
Female Safety
82
LGBTQ+ Safety
75
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,490
Local Cost
$1,430
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
90
English
100
Temperature
8.2°C
Summer Avg
13.9°C
Winter Avg
2.9°C
Record High
28.7°C
Record Low
-9.0°C
Humidity
90%
Precipitation
1007 mm
Internet Speed
103 Mbps
Upload
29 Mbps
Latency
15 ms
City Vibrancy
63
Coworking
0
Cafes
25
Nightlife
26
Parks
12
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
273.0
Airport
LBA
Distance
26 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 126 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 87/100.
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