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Alcester, United Kingdom
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Alcester is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 6,939. Elevation: 148 ft (45 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
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About Alcester
Alcester is a market town and civil parish in the Stratford-on-Avon District in Warwickshire, England. It is 8 mi (13 km) west of Stratford-upon-Avon, and 7 miles south of Redditch. The town dates back to the times of Roman Britain and is located at the junction of the River Alne and River Arrow.
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| Population | 6,939 |
| Population Density | 1,380 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 148 ft (45 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.2167°, -1.8667° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.5 inches (953 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.6 inches (12 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $52,426 |
| Median Age | 48.2 years |
About Alcester
Alcester is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 6,939. The city sits at an elevation of 148 feet (45 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Alcester vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Alcester vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,426 |
| 30% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $52,426 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,008 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.3% |
| 8% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 631 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 47.4% |
| Public Transit | 1.0% |
| Work from Home | 39.5% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $496,567 |
| 76% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,311 |
| 13% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 72.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 27.4% |
| Housing Units | 2,776 |
Property Tax
Climate in Alcester
Alcester has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 695 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 221 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 148 ft (45 m) |
| Area | 503.2 sq mi (1,303.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,380/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.2167°N, 1.8667°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 2.3 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
Alcester has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.0") and April the driest (2.0").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 39.5% |
| 17% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 55.9% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 1,380/sq mi |
| Total Area | 503.2 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 47.4% |
| Public Transit | 1.0% |
| Work from Home | 39.5% |
Schools in Alcester
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alcester Grammar School | — | — | — | — |
| St Benedict's Catholic High School | — | — | — | — |
| Alcester Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Great Alne Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Our Lady's Catholic Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St Nicholas Church of England Primary | — | — | — | — |
| The Seymour Teaching & Learning Centre | — | — | — | — |
| Coughton CofE Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Tudor Grange Primary Academy, Haselor | — | — | — | — |
| Alcester Academy Bus Park | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Alcester
40 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBC World Service | news, talk | MP3 56 kbps | |
| LBC UK | news talk, talk | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Smooth Radio | easy listening, smooth | AAC 48 kbps | |
| BBC World Service (128k) | news, talk | UNKNOWN | |
| Greatest Hits Radio | — | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Capital XTRA | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mystery Train Radio | americana, blues | AAC 192 kbps | |
| LBC London (National stream) | news, talk | MP3 48 kbps | |
| Capital XTRA | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Smooth Radio (Suffolk) | adult contemporary, chill | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Vibe Central Radio | club, club dance | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Box UK Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BritAsia Radio | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Flashback Radio | 00s, 90s | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Genesis Radio Birmingham | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Fosse 107 | 80s, 90s | AAC 80 kbps | |
| 101.8 WCR FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Heart FM (Birmingham) | — | AAC 48 kbps | |
| GRB | 70's, reggae | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HypeDem Reggae Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BFBS Brize Norton | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Black Country Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Apocalypse Radio | dance, dj remix | AAC+ 320 kbps | |
| Brumside Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BBC CWR | — | UNKNOWN | |
| Hits Radio Coventry | — | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| Malvern Radio International - Pumpkin FM | classical baroque, classical music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LASER558 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| POP DAB | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ambur Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SYNK Radio Rap | hip-hop, rap | MP3 | |
| Windrush Radio | — | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Kennet Radio | — | AAC 48 kbps | |
| SYNK Radio | dance, drum and bass | MP3 | |
| RocknationFm | aor / slow rock / soft rock (adult-orientated rock e.g. the eagles.), blues rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Dean Radio | local radio, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SOULPOWER-RADIO.COM | funk, jazz | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Cotswold Hospital Radio | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio Groovy | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Skylab Radio | — | MP3 |
Museums in Alcester
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almonry Museum and Heritage Centre | ||||
| Avoncroft Museum of Buildings | ||||
| Bordesley Abbey Visitor Centre | ||||
| Bournville Experience | ||||
| Bournville Experience | ||||
| Broadway Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Court Barn | ||||
| Forge Mill Needle Museum | ||||
| Gordon Russell Museum | ||||
| Hailes Abbey | ||||
| Henley-in-Arden Heritage Centre | ||||
| Lapworth Museum of Geology | ||||
| Lapworth Museum of Geology | ||||
| National Motorcycle Museum | ||||
| National Telephone Kiosk Collection | ||||
| Norton Collection Museum | ||||
| Roman Alcester Museum | ||||
| RSC Costume Workshop | ||||
| Sarehole Mill | ||||
| Sarehole Mill | ||||
| Selly Manor Museum | ||||
| Selly Manor Museum | ||||
| Shakespeare's Schoolroom & Guildhall | ||||
| Shipston Museum | ||||
| Stratford Armouries | ||||
| The Barber Institute of Fine Arts | ||||
| The Barber Institute of Fine Arts | ||||
| The MAD (Mechanical Art and Design) Museum | ||||
| The Patrick Collection | ||||
| The Patrick Collection | ||||
| The Shakespeare Centre | ||||
| Tool Shed Exhibition | ||||
| Transport Museum Wythall | ||||
| Tudor World | ||||
| Village Museum | ||||
| Wellington Aviation Museum |
Libraries in Alcester
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acocks Green Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Alcester Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Alvechurch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Alvechurch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Balsall Common Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Balsall Heath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Barnes Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Barnes Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bartley Green Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Broadway Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bromsgrove Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Catshill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chester House | 0.0 | |||||
| Cradley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dickens Heath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Druids Heath Community Library & Neighbourhood Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Evesham Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fentham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Frankley Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Halesowen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Halesowen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hall Green Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Harborne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Henley Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hobs Moat Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kings Heath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kings Norton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Libary | 0.0 | |||||
| Lye Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Marston Green Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Meriden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Moreton-in-Marsh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Northfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Olton Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pershore Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Quinton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Redditch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rubery Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Selly Oak (Touchbase) Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Selly Oak (Touchbase) Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sheldon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shirley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Solihull Library & Arts Complex | 0.0 | |||||
| South Yardley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sparkhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stirchley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stratford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Studley Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Weoley Castle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodrow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wythall Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yardley Wood Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Alcester
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boundary Sports | |||||
| Boundary Sports | |||||
| Bromsgrove Road Car Boot Market (Sundays) | |||||
| Deemas Fashion | |||||
| Harborne Monthly Market | |||||
| Harborne Monthly Market | |||||
| High Street Market Amenity Area | |||||
| Hoggs Lane Car Boot Market (Saturdays) | |||||
| Kings Heath Farmers' Market | |||||
| Kings Heath Farmers' Market | |||||
| Maypole Car Boot Sale | |||||
| Maypole Car Boot Sale | |||||
| Moseley Farmers' Market | |||||
| Moseley Farmers' Market | |||||
| Pershore Retail Market | |||||
| Redditch Market | |||||
| Wassel Grove Car Boot Market (Saturdays/ Bank Holidays) |
Hotels in Alcester
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Alcester
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Alcester
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Alcester
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Alcester
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Alcester
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Alcester
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham Brewing Company | ||||
| Birmingham Brewing Company | ||||
| Blue Bell Brew House | ||||
| North Cotswold Brewery | ||||
| Purity Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Alcester
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Edgbaston Cricket Ground |
Ski Resorts Near Alcester
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Alcester
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Birmingham Airport | BHX | Large Airport |
| East Midlands Airport | EMA | Large Airport |
| Coventry Airport | CVT | Medium Airport |
| Gloucestershire Airport | GLO | Medium Airport |
| London Oxford Airport | OXF | Medium Airport |
| RAF Brize Norton | BZZ | Medium Airport |
| RAF Cosford | — | Medium Airport |
| RAF Fairford | FFD | Medium Airport |
| Abbots Bromley Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Arden Heath Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Aston Down Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Badminton Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Baxterley Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Bericote Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Berrow Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bicester Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bidford Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bitteswell Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bowldown Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Brine Pits Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bristol and Gloucestershire Gliding Club | — | Small Airport |
| Brook Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bruntingthorpe Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Calcot Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Camp Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Charlton Park Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Chase Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Claybrooke Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Colliers Elm Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Cornbury House Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Cotswold Airport | GBA | Small Airport |
| Cottage Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Croft Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Croughton Manor Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Crumpton Oaks Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Derby Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ditton Priors Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Draycot Farm Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Drayton St Leonard Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Enstone Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Firs Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fisherwick Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ginge Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm (Sibson) Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Grangewood Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Green Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Greenhill Down Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Grove Field Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hamilton House Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Alcester
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Alcester Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Alcester
14 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Anti-coagulation Clinic | ||
| Audiology Centre | ||
| Brain Injury Rehabilitation Trust | ||
| Centre for Clinical Haematology | ||
| Liver Transplant Assessment Clinic | ||
| Northcroft Clinic | ||
| PET Centre | ||
| Queen Elizabeth Neuroscience Centre | ||
| Rare Diseases Centre | ||
| Royal Centre for Defence Medicine | ||
| Solihull CAMHS | ||
| The Bournville Health Hub | ||
| The Cancer Centre | ||
| Wychbury Medical Centre |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alcester
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Alcester Baptist Church | |
| Alcester Methodist Church | |
| Cookhill Baptist Church | |
| Cookhill Priory Chapel | |
| Holy Trinity | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Our Lady & St Joseph Catholic Church | |
| St James | |
| St Mary & All Saints | |
| St Mary Magdalene | |
| St Mary the Virgin | |
| St Nicholas | |
| St Peter | |
| St Peter & St Paul & St Elizabeth | |
| St. Giles |
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What is the population of Alcester?
Alcester has a population of 6,939 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1,380 people per square mile, spread across 503.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.
Is Alcester expensive to live in?
The median household income is $52,426, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $496,567 (76% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,311 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Alcester?
Alcester has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 37.5 inches, with 4.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Alcester?
Alcester has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,008. There are 631 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Alcester?
The median home value in Alcester is $496,567. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,311. The homeownership rate is 72.6%.
How are the schools in Alcester?
39.5% of adults in Alcester hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 55.9% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Alcester?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Alcester is 5% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 2.2% Asian. 95.9% of residents speak only English at home. 4.3% of the population are military veterans. 4.1% of residents have a disability.