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Alveley, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Alveley is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,578. Elevation: 377 ft (115 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,578 Population 19/sq mi density
377 ft Elevation 115 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
36.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$46,979 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$46,979 median income, 4.1% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$354,828 home value, $1,174/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Alveley

Alveley

Alveley is a village in the Severn Valley in southeast Shropshire, England, about 11 miles (18 km) south-southeast of Bridgnorth. It is in the civil parish of Alveley and Romsley. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) estimated that the parish population was 2,100 in mid-2022. It is served by bus service 297 operated by Select Bus Services.

People

Population1,578
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density19/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,979
Per Capita$46,979
Unemployment4.1%

Housing

C
Home Value$354,828
Rent$1,174
Ownership69.5%
Housing Units631

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation377 ft (115 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.5%
High School+49.9%

Community

Population1,578
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation377 ft (115 m)
Coordinates52.4571°, -2.3543°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation36.7 inches (931 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$46,979
Median Age48.3 years

About Alveley

Alveley is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,578. The city sits at an elevation of 377 feet (115 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Alveley has a population of 1,578 with a density of 19 people per square mile, spread across 84.6 square miles. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.4% male. The city is predominantly White (3.3%), with 1.6% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.1% of residents. 5.5% of the population are veterans. 5.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,578
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above United Kingdom avg
84.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.7%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.1%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.9%

Social Characteristics

Alveley vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Alveley is $46,979, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,979 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $903, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 144 business establishments. 27.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Alveley vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$46,979
37% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$46,979
Avg Weekly Wage$903

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)144

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.8%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home27.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Alveley is $354,828, 26% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,174 (1% above the national average of $1,163). 69.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 631 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$354,828
26% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,174
1% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.5%
Owner-Occupied69.5%
Renter-Occupied30.5%
Housing Units631

Property Tax

Alveley experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 270 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 36.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 377 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation377 ft (115 m)
Area84.6 sq mi (219.1 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates52.4571°N, 2.3543°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.7"
4% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.86"
Driest Month (May) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

60 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 28, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 16 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 46 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 106 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 131 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 114 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 110 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 54 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 47 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 115 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 115 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 135 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 116 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 69 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 149 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 51 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 110 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 69 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 116 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 114 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 3.7 in
February 38°F (4°C) 2.6 in Coldest
March 42°F (5°C) 3.0 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in
May 51°F (10°C) 2.4 in Driest
June 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
October 49°F (10°C) 3.5 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in
December 40°F (5°C) 3.9 in Wettest

Alveley has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 38°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and May the driest (2.4").

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32.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% below the national average of 33.7%. 49.9% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.5%
4% below United Kingdom avg
High School+49.9%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density19/sq mi
Total Area84.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.8%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home27.2%

Schools in Alveley

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Alveley Primary School
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Radio Stations near Alveley

53 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
Capital XTRA MP3 128 kbps
LBC London (National stream) news, talk MP3 48 kbps
Capital XTRA MP3 128 kbps
Smooth Radio (Suffolk) adult contemporary, chill AAC 48 kbps
HearMe 2010s pop music MP3
Genesis Radio Birmingham MP3 128 kbps
Flashback Radio 00s, 90s AAC 128 kbps
BritAsia Radio MP3 320 kbps
Box UK Radio MP3 128 kbps
101.8 WCR FM MP3 128 kbps
Black Country Radio MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - CHRISTMAS (MP3) christmas music, pop MP3 128 kbps
GRB 70's, reggae MP3 192 kbps
Brumside Radio MP3 128 kbps
BBC Radio Hereford and Worcester UNKNOWN
Malvern Radio International - Pumpkin FM classical baroque, classical music MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - POP (MP3) pop MP3 128 kbps
HypeDem Reggae Radio MP3 128 kbps
LASER558 MP3 128 kbps
SYNK Radio dance, drum and bass MP3
SYNK Radio Rap hip-hop, rap MP3
Ambur Radio MP3 128 kbps
Hereme 2000s pop 2000's, pop MP3
Hearme - 80s rock 80d rock, 80’s rock MP3
Vibe 1 classic hits, hits MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - NEW (AAC+) pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand (MP3) dance, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - COUNTRY (MP3) country MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - CHILL (AAC+) chill, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ANTHEMS (MP3) anthems, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - HOLIDAY (MP3) holiday, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - ANTHEMS (AAC+) anthems, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - RETRO (AAC+) pop, retro AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - CHRISTMAS (AAC+) christmas music, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ONE (MP3) music MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand Anthems (AAC+) dance anthems, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio MP3 128 kbps
Sunshine 855 MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - ALT (MP3) alternative MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - CHILL (MP3) chill, pop MP3 128 kbps
Hereford FC edgar street, hereford fc MP3 96 kbps
Like Radio - COUNTRY (AAC+) country AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ALT (AAC+) alternative AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ONE (AAC+) music AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand (AAC+) dance, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand Anthems (MP3) dance anthems, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - NEW (MP3) pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - HOLIDAY CLASSICS (MP3) classics, holiday MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - LOVE (MP3) love songs, pop MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Alveley

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bantock House
Bewdley Museum
Blists Hill Victorian Town
Broseley Pipeworks
Canal Heritage Room
Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron
Coalport China Museum
Ditton Priors Local History Centre
Droitwich Spa Heritage & Information Centre
Dudmaston Hall
Enginuity
Himley House Museum
Jackfield Tile Museum
Kidderminster Railway Museum
Much Wenlock Museum
Museum of Carpet
Museum of Steel Sculpture
Museum of the Gorge
Museum of The Post Office In The Community
Northgate Museum
RAF Museum Midlands
Red House Glass Cone
Stourbridge Glass Museum
Sunnycroft
Tar Tunnel
Tenbury Museum
Tettenhall Transport Heritage Museum
The Darby Houses
The Engine House
The Iron Bridge Tollhouse
The Lace Guild Museum
The Merrythought Teddy Bear Shop & Museum
West Park Conservatory
Wolverhampton Art Gallery
Wolverhampton City Archives
Wolves Museum
Worcestershire County Museum

Libraries in Alveley

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bridgnorth Library0.0
Brierley Hill Library0.0
Brierley Hill Library0.0
Broseley Library0.0
Cleobury Country Centre & Library0.0
Droitwich Spa Library0.0
Highley Library0.0
Kidderminster Library0.0
Kingswinford Library0.0
Low Hill Library0.0
Lye Library0.0
Oakengates Library0.0
Penn Library0.0
Perton Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Sedgley Library0.0
Sedgley Library0.0
Sedgley Library0.0
Shifnal Library0.0
Southwater Library0.0
Stourbridge Library0.0
Stourbridge Library0.0
Stourport Library0.0
Warstones Library0.0
Wellington Library0.0
Whitmore Reans Library0.0
Wolverhampton Central Library0.0
Wombourne Library0.0
Woodside Library Link0.0
Woodside Library Link0.0
Woodside Library Link0.0

Farmers Markets in Alveley

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Apley Farm Shop
Bridgnorth Outdoor Market
Brierley Hill market
Brierley Hill market
Madeley Market
Market Annexe
Market Hall
Smith Fields Market
Tenbury Round Market
Wassel Grove Car Boot Market (Saturdays/ Bank Holidays)
Wellington Market
Wolverhampton Market

Hotels in Alveley

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Mill Barns Wedding Venue

Restaurants in Alveley

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alveley Chutneys

Cafes in Alveley

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kestrel Cafe
Quatt Farm Shop
Stables Tea Room

Monuments in Alveley

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Butter Cross

Train Stations in Alveley

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hampton Loade

Breweries in Alveley

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Banks's Brewery
Bathams Delph Brewery
Bewdley Brewery
Black Country Ales Brewery
Green Duck Beer Co.
Green Duck Beer Co.
Hobsons Brewery
Nothing Bound Brewing Co
Rowton Brewery
Sadler's Ales
Sadler's Ales
Sarah Hughes Brewery
Worcester Brewing Co

Stadiums & Teams in Alveley

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Alveley

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 Alveley

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birmingham AirportBHXLarge Airport
Gloucestershire AirportGLOMedium Airport
Hawarden AirportCEGMedium Airport
RAF CosfordMedium Airport
RAF ShawburyMedium Airport
Abbots Bromley AirfieldSmall Airport
Abergavenny AirstripSmall Airport
Allensmore AirfieldSmall Airport
Arden Heath Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Ash House Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Ashcroft AirfieldSmall Airport
Aston Down AirfieldSmall Airport
Baxterley AerodromeSmall Airport
Berrow AirstripSmall Airport
Bidford AirfieldSmall Airport
Breidden AirfieldSmall Airport
Brine Pits Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bristol and Gloucestershire Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Broadmeadow Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brook Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Byecross Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Calcot AirfieldSmall Airport
Calton Moor AirfieldSmall Airport
Chirk AirfieldSmall Airport
Clotton airstrip ULSmall Airport
Colliers Elm Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Croft Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Crumpton Oaks Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Dairy House Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Darley Moor AirfieldSmall Airport
Derby AirfieldSmall Airport
Ditton Priors AirstripSmall Airport
Fisherwick AirfieldSmall Airport
Forest Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Green Acres AirstripSmall Airport
Grove Field AirstripSmall Airport
Hanley Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hardwicke AirstripSmall Airport
Hawling Manor Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hoe Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Holly Meadow Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Home Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Home Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Kemeys Commander AirstripSmall Airport
Knoll AirstripSmall Airport
Ledbury AirfieldSmall Airport
Little Chase Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Little Down Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Llangarron Private AirstripSmall Airport
Longford AirstripSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Alveley

26 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
A&E
A&E
Action Heart Centre
Action Heart Centre
Cardiology
Cardiology
Diabetes And Endocrinology
Diabetes And Endocrinology
Eye Clinic
Eye Clinic
Lung Function
Lung Function
MRI CT Suite
MRI CT Suite
Sedgley Physiotherapy and Acupuncture Clinic
Sedgley Physiotherapy and Acupuncture Clinic
The Foot Clinic
The Foot Clinic
The Library Therapy Centre
The Ridge Hill Centre LD
Vascular Lab
Vascular Lab
Womens And Childrens Entrance
Womens And Childrens Entrance
Wordsley Green Health Centre
Wychbury Medical Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Alveley

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of St Mary the Virgin, Alveley
St Andrew's

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 Alveley

What is the population of Alveley?

Alveley has a population of 1,578 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 84.6 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 50.7% female and 49.4% male.

Is Alveley expensive to live in?

The median household income is $46,979, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $354,828 (26% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,174 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Alveley?

Alveley has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.7 inches.

How is the job market in Alveley?

Alveley has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $903. There are 144 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Alveley?

The median home value in Alveley is $354,828. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,174. The homeownership rate is 69.5%.

How are the schools in Alveley?

32.5% of adults in Alveley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.9% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Alveley?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Alveley is 3.3% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.6% Asian. 97.1% of residents speak only English at home. 5.5% of the population are military veterans. 5.1% of residents have a disability.

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