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Acomb, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Acomb is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,106. Elevation: 207 ft (63 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,106 Population 119/sq mi density
207 ft Elevation 63 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
34.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$47,906 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$47,906 median income, 5.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$258,854 home value, $1,198/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Acomb

Acomb

Acomb, is a village and suburb within the City of York unitary authority area, in North Yorkshire, England, to the western side of York. It covers the site of the original village of the same name, which is mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086. It is bordered by the suburbs of Holgate to the east, Clifton to the north and Woodthorpe to the south. The boundary to the west abuts the fields close to the A1237, York Outer Ring Road.

People

Population1,106
Median Age48.7 yrs
Density119/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,906
Per Capita$47,906
Unemployment5.3%

Housing

B+
Home Value$258,854
Rent$1,198
Ownership65.7%
Housing Units442

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain34.6 in/yr
Sunny Days273/yr
Elevation207 ft (63 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.7%
High School+48.5%

Community

Population1,106
Population Density119 / sq mi
Elevation207 ft (63 m)
Coordinates54.9923°, -2.1123°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation34.6 inches (878 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$47,906
Median Age48.7 years

About Acomb

Acomb is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,106. The city sits at an elevation of 207 feet (63 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Acomb has a population of 1,106 with a density of 119 people per square mile, spread across 9.3 square miles. The median age is 48.7 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.9% male. The city is predominantly White (1.5%), with 1.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.5% of residents. 5.8% of the population are veterans. 6.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,106
Total Population
119
People / sq mi
48.7yrs
Median Age
25% above United Kingdom avg
9.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.2%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.5%
25% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 1.5%

Social Characteristics

Acomb vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Acomb is $47,906, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,906 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $921, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 101 business establishments. 27.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Acomb vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$47,906
36% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$47,906
Avg Weekly Wage$921

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)101

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.1%
Public Transit3.4%
Work from Home27.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Acomb is $258,854, 8% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,198 (3% above the national average of $1,163). 65.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 442 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$258,854
8% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,198
3% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.7%
Owner-Occupied65.7%
Renter-Occupied34.3%
Housing Units442

Property Tax

Acomb experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 273 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 34.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 207 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below United Kingdom avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days273 days/yr

Geography

Elevation207 ft (63 m)
Area9.3 sq mi (24.0 km²)
Population Density119/sq mi
Coordinates54.9923°N, 2.1123°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.6"
9% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.54"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.32"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.8 on Jan 23, 2020.

Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 109 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 96 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 149 km
Jun 26, 1993 5 km WSW of High Bentham, United Kingdom M3.0 104 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 98 km
Jan 23, 2020 1 km NW of Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom M2.8 68 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 51 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 63 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 3.5 in Coldest, Wettest
February 38°F (3°C) 2.5 in
March 40°F (5°C) 3.1 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.3 in Driest
May 49°F (9°C) 2.3 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
July 58°F (14°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.9 in
October 48°F (9°C) 3.2 in
November 42°F (5°C) 3.3 in
December 39°F (4°C) 3.5 in

Acomb has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 37°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.5") and April the driest (2.3").

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30.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 9% below the national average of 33.7%. 48.5% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.7%
9% below United Kingdom avg
High School+48.5%
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density119/sq mi
Total Area9.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.1%
Public Transit3.4%
Work from Home27.3%

Schools in Acomb

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Acomb First School - - - -
Beaufront First School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Acomb

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Dance Revolution - MP3 192 kbps
NUFC Talk Radio football, soccer MP3 96 kbps
frisk radio guilty Pleasures northeast music AAC
Prince Bishops Hospital Radio - AAC 48 kbps
frisk radio groove northeast groove AAC
Smooth Tyne & Wear easy listening, newcastle MP3 128 kbps
Frisk radio bounce northeast bounce AAC

Museums in Acomb

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Allenheads Heritage Centre
Armstrong Hydraulic Engine
Bellingham Heritage Centre
Cherryburn - Thomas Bewick Museum
Chesters Roman Fort Museum
Corstopitum Visitor's Centre
Hexham Abbey Museum
Hexham Old Gaol
Housesteads Museum
Killhope Lead Mining Museum
Museum of Classic Sci-Fi
Nenthead Mines
The Blacksmith's Shop
Vindolanda Museum

Libraries in Acomb

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Corbridge Library0.0
Hexham Library0.0
The Bridge0.0

Farmers Markets in Acomb

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Hexham Market

Breweries in Acomb

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Allendale Brewery

Airports Near Acomb

36 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Newcastle International AirportNCLLarge Airport
Carlisle Lake District AirportCAXMedium Airport
RAF Leeming-Medium Airport
RAF Spadeadam-Medium Airport
Teesside International AirportMMEMedium Airport
Athey's Moor Airfield-Small Airport
Bedlands Gate Airfield-Small Airport
Bywell Airfield-Small Airport
Causey Park Airstrip UL-Small Airport
Charlton Mires Airstrip-Small Airport
Charterhall Airfield-Small Airport
Croft Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Currock Hill Glider Field-Small Airport
Druridge Bay Airstrip-Small Airport
Eccles Newton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Eshott Airfield-Small Airport
Ewesley Airstrip-Small Airport
Fishburn Airfield-Small Airport
Glassonby Airfield-Small Airport
Greenhills Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
High Flats Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hutton Grange Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lartington Moor Airstrip-Small Airport
Lempitlaw Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Loadman Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Midlem Airstrip-Small Airport
Milfield Glider Field-Small Airport
Nether Huntlywood Airstrip-Small Airport
Park Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Peterlee Airfield-Small Airport
Ravensworth Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Selby House Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Skelling Farm Glider Field-Small Airport
Staindrop Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Thornton Watlass Airstrip UL-Small Airport
Wathstones Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Acomb

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Acomb Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Acomb

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Methodist Church
St John Lee Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Acomb

What is the population of Acomb?

Acomb has a population of 1,106 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 119 people per square mile, spread across 9.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.9% male.

Is Acomb expensive to live in?

The median household income is $47,906, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $258,854 (8% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,198 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Acomb?

Acomb has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.6 inches.

How is the job market in Acomb?

The unemployment rate in Acomb is 5.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $921. There are 101 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Acomb?

The median home value in Acomb is $258,854. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,198. The homeownership rate is 65.7%.

How are the schools in Acomb?

30.7% of adults in Acomb hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 48.5% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Acomb?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Acomb is 1.5% White, 1.2% Asian. 98.5% of residents speak only English at home. 5.8% of the population are military veterans. 6.2% of residents have a disability.

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