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Amesbury, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Amesbury is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 10,116. Elevation: 266 ft (81 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
10,116 Population 8/sq mi density
266 ft Elevation 81 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
42.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$48,020 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$48,020 median income, 3.7% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$417,149 home value, $1,201/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population10,116
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,020
Per Capita$48,020
Unemployment3.7%

Housing

D
Home Value$417,149
Rent$1,201
Ownership68.0%
Housing Units4,046

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days229/yr
Elevation266 ft (81 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.2%
High School+52.4%

Community

Population10,116
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Coordinates51.1751°, -1.7806°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation42.8 inches (1,087 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.1 inches (15 cm)
Median Household Income$48,020
Median Age44.7 years

About Amesbury

Amesbury is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 10,116. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet (81 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Amesbury has a population of 10,116 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 1,296.5 square miles. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. The city is predominantly White (4.3%), with 3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.9% of residents. 7.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 4.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

10,116
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above United Kingdom avg
1,296.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.9%
22% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 4.1%

Social Characteristics

Amesbury vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Amesbury is $48,020, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,020 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $923, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 921 business establishments. 34.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Amesbury vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,020
36% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$48,020
Avg Weekly Wage$923

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)921

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone48.5%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home34.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Amesbury is $417,149, 48% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,201 (3% above the national average of $1,163). 68.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 4,046 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$417,149
48% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,201
3% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.0%
Owner-Occupied68.0%
Renter-Occupied32.0%
Housing Units4,046

Property Tax

Climate in Amesbury

Amesbury has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (18°C), the coldest is Jan (4.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 924 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.3°C / 40°F -3.2° / 12° 75.5
Feb 6.3°C / 43°F -1.6° / 13.4° 82.9
Mar 7.1°C / 45°F -1.1° / 15.7° 77.2
Apr 8.7°C / 48°F -1.6° / 18.8° 52.0
May 12.2°C / 54°F 2.8° / 21.4° 56.3
Jun 15.5°C / 60°F 6.2° / 26.8° 57.7
Jul 17.8°C / 64°F 9.2° / 30° 61.0
Aug 18°C / 64°F 9.2° / 29.3° 56.7
Sep 15.7°C / 60°F 5.4° / 27.4° 74.1
Oct 12.1°C / 54°F 3.2° / 19.5° 127.9
Nov 8°C / 46°F -0.6° / 15.3° 97.2
Dec 6.2°C / 43°F -2° / 12.9° 105.7
Amesbury experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 229 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The area receives 6.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days229 days/yr

Geography

Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Area1,296.5 sq mi (3,357.9 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates51.1751°N, 1.7806°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.8"
13% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 6.1"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.11"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 142 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 123 km
Jul 14, 2011 62 km SSE of Ventnor, United Kingdom M3.9 138 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 94 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 84 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 115 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 84 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 118 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 107 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 118 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 100 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 122 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 77 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 84 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 104 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 114 km
Sep 17, 1993 3 km S of Leominster, United Kingdom M3.2 132 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 141 km
Jan 28, 2002 1 km S of Abercarn, United Kingdom M3.0 107 km
Jun 17, 1999 7 km NNE of Ross on Wye, United Kingdom M3.0 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2011 PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND Avalanche 0.4 m — 114 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 3.0 in
February 39°F (4°C) 2.0 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.3 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in Warmest, Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.8 in
December 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in Wettest

Amesbury has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.1") and July the driest (1.7").

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34.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% above the national average of 33.7%. 52.4% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.2%
1% above United Kingdom avg
High School+52.4%
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area1,296.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone48.5%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home34.1%

Schools in Amesbury

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Amesbury Archer Primary School — — — —
Amesbury Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School — — — —
The Stonehenge School — — — —
Christ The King Catholic School — — — —
King's Gate Primary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Amesbury

21 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Serenade Radio easy listening MP3 192 kbps
Xtra Hot bournemouth, community MP3 160 kbps
Serenade Radio — MP3 192 kbps
BFBS Salisbury Plain — AAC+ 64 kbps
Bournemouth One pop AAC
Hot Gold 70s, 80s MP3 160 kbps
Isle of Wight Radio — MP3 128 kbps
BFBS Blandford — AAC+ 64 kbps
itisnow Radio — MP3 128 kbps
RAM FM - 80s Hit Radio 80s MP3 320 kbps
Frome FM 96.6 community radio, frome MP3 120 kbps
Grey Clay Radio ambient, dark ambient MP3 128 kbps
State of the Art Radio — MP3
Winchester Radio — MP3 128 kbps
Naim Radio classical, electronica OGG 160 kbps
Naim Jazz jazz OGG 128 kbps
Naim Classical classical, orchestral OGG 128 kbps
Alfred community news MP3 160 kbps
HearMe - Classic Rock classic rock MP3
Southampton Hospital Radio — MP3 128 kbps
Forest FM — MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Amesbury

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Amesbury Aviation Heritage Centre
Amesbury History Centre
Army Flying Museum
Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum
Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum
Boscombe Down Aviation Collection
Breamore House and Countryside Museum
Crofton Pumping Station
Fordingbridge Museum
Kennet and Avon Canal Museum
Market Lavington Museum
Pewsey Heritage Centre
Ray Popes' Photo Musuem
Rockbourne Roman Villa
Salisbury Museum
Stonehenge Exhibitions
The Merchants House
The Rifles Berkshire and Wiltshire Museum
The Rifles Museum
Wiltshire Heritage Museum
Wiltshire Museum

Libraries in Amesbury

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Amesbury Library0.0
College Library0.0
Devizes Community Hub & Library0.0
Downton Library0.0
Fordingbridge Library0.0
Marlborough Library0.0
Netheravon Library0.0
Pewsey Library0.0
Salisbury Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Amesbury

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Planks Farm Shop
The Shambles Indoor Market

Hotels in Amesbury

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Antrobus Arms Hotel
Fairlawn House
The Antrobus Arms
The George Hotel
Travelodge Countess Services

Restaurants in Amesbury

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amesbury Tandoori
La Lupa
Piazza
Tandoori Nights

Cafes in Amesbury

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Evergreen Cafe
Miss Bubble
Reeves Cafe
Taste
The Friar Tuck Cafe

Dentists in Amesbury

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amesbury Dental Care

Gas Stations in Amesbury

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #1271933831
Shell Countess Services
Tesco Pay-at-Pump Petrol Station

Banks in Amesbury

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lloyds Bank
Nationwide

Breweries in Amesbury

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Dark Revolution
Wayland's Sixpenny Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Amesbury

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Amesbury

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Warmwell Snowsport Centre 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Southampton Alpine Centre 0.0 — — $0 — — —
South Wilts Ski Club 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Amesbury

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bournemouth AirportBOHMedium Airport
Gloucestershire AirportGLOMedium Airport
Lasham Airfield—Medium Airport
London Oxford AirportOXFMedium Airport
MoD Boscombe Down—Medium Airport
RAF BensonBEXMedium Airport
RAF Brize NortonBZZMedium Airport
RAF FairfordFFDMedium Airport
Southampton AirportSOUMedium Airport
Aston Down Airfield—Small Airport
Avon Lane Airfield—Small Airport
Badminton Airfield—Small Airport
Bagber Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Barton Ashes Airstrip—Small Airport
Batchley Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club—Small Airport
Bembridge AirportBBPSmall Airport
Bere Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bicester Airfield—Small Airport
Binstead Airfield—Small Airport
Biss Brook Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bossington Airstrip—Small Airport
Bowden Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bowerchalke Airfield—Small Airport
Bowerswaine Farm Airfield—Small Airport
Bowldown Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Brimpton Airfield—Small Airport
Bristol and Gloucestershire Gliding Club—Small Airport
Brockwood Bottom Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Calcot Airfield—Small Airport
Chalgrove Airfield—Small Airport
Chalk Pyt Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Charlton Park Airstrip—Small Airport
Charmy Down Airstrip—Small Airport
Chase Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Chilbolton Airfield—Small Airport
Clench Common Airfield—Small Airport
Clutton Hill Airstrip—Small Airport
Colliers Elm Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Colthrop Manor Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Compton Abbas Aerodrome—Small Airport
Compton Chamberlayne Airstrip—Small Airport
Cornbury House Airstrip—Small Airport
Cotswold AirportGBASmall Airport
Craysmarsh Airstrip—Small Airport
Denford Manor Airstrip—Small Airport
Deptford 'Farm' Airstrip—Small Airport
Deptford Airstrip—Small Airport
Devizes Airstrip—Small Airport

Post Offices in Amesbury

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Amesbury Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Amesbury

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Amesbury Baptist Church
Amesbury Methodist Church
Christ the King
St Mary & St Melor

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 Amesbury

What is the population of Amesbury?

Amesbury has a population of 10,116 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 1,296.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Amesbury expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,020, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $417,149 (48% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,201 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Amesbury?

Amesbury has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches, with 6.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Amesbury?

Amesbury has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $923. There are 921 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Amesbury?

The median home value in Amesbury is $417,149. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,201. The homeownership rate is 68.0%.

How are the schools in Amesbury?

34.2% of adults in Amesbury hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 52.4% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Amesbury?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Amesbury is 4.3% White, 1% Black or African American, 3% Asian. 95.9% of residents speak only English at home. 7.5% of the population are military veterans. 4.2% of residents have a disability.

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