Appleton Thorn, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Appleton Thorn is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,324. Elevation: 249 ft (76 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Appleton Thorn
Appleton Thorn is a village in the borough of Warrington in Cheshire, England.
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| Population | 1,324 |
| Population Density | 17 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 249 ft (76 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.3505°, -2.5449° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.6 inches (1,361 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.9 inches (23 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $51,283 |
| Median Age | 42.7 years |
About Appleton Thorn
Appleton Thorn is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,324. The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet (76 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Appleton Thorn vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Appleton Thorn vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $51,283 |
| 32% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $51,283 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $986 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 120 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 51.2% |
| Public Transit | 2.7% |
| Work from Home | 31.6% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $304,833 |
| 8% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,282 |
| 10% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 69.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 30.6% |
| Housing Units | 530 |
Property Tax
Climate in Appleton Thorn
Appleton Thorn has an average annual temperature of 10.3°C (51°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.7°C), the coldest is Jan (4.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 832 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 210 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 249 ft (76 m) |
| Area | 80.1 sq mi (207.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.3505°N, 2.5449°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 2.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 3.3 in |
Appleton Thorn has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (2.0").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 33.0% |
| 2% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 50.3% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Total Area | 80.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 51.2% |
| Public Transit | 2.7% |
| Work from Home | 31.6% |
Schools in Appleton Thorn
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grappenhall Heys Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Appleton Thorn Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Appleton Thorn
48 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deepvibes Radio | deep house, mixes | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Hits Radio UK | - | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| Radio Northwich | local information, local music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Bolton FM | community, local | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Beatles Radio (MP3) (US) | 1960s, classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 6 Towns Radio | adult contemporary, classic hits | MP3 | |
| HearMe - 2020s Pop Music | 2020s pop music | MP3 | |
| Capital FM Manchester | manchester, pop | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Liverpool Live Radio | - | MP3 | |
| ALL FM 96.9 | community, community radio | AAC+ | |
| OSTM Radio | alternative, alternative rock | MP3 | |
| Blue Sky Radio | classic hits, hot adult contemporary | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio X Manchester | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Reform Radio | music, variety | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Heart North West 105.4 | hot adult contemporary | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Tameside Radio | adult contemporary, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CROP Radio | community radio, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| The Richie Allen Show | - | MP3 | |
| Taiyabah Masjid | islamic, masjid | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Giants of Jazz Radio | classic jazz, jazz | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Beware! The Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Central Radio North West | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| The Thread 102.8FM | community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| KFM Radio (US) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio General (Warrington Hospital Radio) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Access Radio 64K | music, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Wrexham Premier Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Dune Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Mighty Radio Southport | dance, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Circl8 Radio | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Panacea Radio | funk, groove | MP3 | |
| OSN Radio Plus | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Alty | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Merseyland Alternative Radio | classic rock, eclectic programming | MP3 128 kbps | |
| OC Radio | chart, dance | AAC 192 kbps | |
| Radio Leyland | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Juice Liverpool | - | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Radio Broadgreen | ac, classic hits | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Jingle Ark Jingle Jukebox | - | MP3 | |
| Bounce Nation Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Gaydio | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Psychedelic Secret radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Dazzle FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LABR Love a Brother Radio | 80s, chillout | MP3 320 kbps | |
| The Buzz Mcr | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| KFM Radio | multi | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Arrowe Sound | pop music, pop rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mersey Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Appleton Thorn
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amazing Novelty-Orium & Mechanical Museum | ||||
| Bicycle Museum | ||||
| Bolton Art Gallery, Library & Museum | ||||
| Bury Transport Museum | ||||
| Catalyst Museum | ||||
| Imperial War Museum North | ||||
| Imperial War Museum North | ||||
| Knutsford Heritage Centre | ||||
| Lancashire Mining Museum | ||||
| Leigh Spinners Mill Heritage Centre | ||||
| Leigh Town Hall Archives | ||||
| Lion Salt Works | ||||
| Lymm Heritage Centre | ||||
| Museum Of Policing In Cheshire | ||||
| Museum of Wigan Life | ||||
| North West Computer Museum | ||||
| North West Computer Museum | ||||
| North West Museum of Road Transport | ||||
| Norton Priory | ||||
| RAF Burtonwood Heritage Centre | ||||
| Rainhill Railway Museum | ||||
| Smithy Heritage Centre | ||||
| The Bolton Steam Museum | ||||
| The Fusilier Museum | ||||
| Warrington Museum & Art Gallery | ||||
| Warrington Museum Of Freemasonry | ||||
| Weaver Hall Museum & Workhouse | ||||
| Winding House | ||||
| World of Glass |
Libraries in Appleton Thorn
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ainsworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Altrincham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ashton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Atherton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Barnton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Birchwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blackrod Library and Children's Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Book-Cycle Beech Hill | 0.0 | |||||
| Boothstown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Breightmet Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brooklands Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Broomhead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burtonwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bury Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cadishead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library Farnworth | 0.0 | |||||
| Chester Lane Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Clifton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Coppice Library and Wellbeing Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Coronation Road Community Centre and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Culcheth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Davyhulme Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Eccles Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Eccleston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Frodsham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Golborne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Grappenhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Haydock Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Heaton Library and Children's Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Helsby Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| High Street Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hindley Library and Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Holmes Chapel Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hope Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Irlam Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Knutsford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Learning Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Leigh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library and Wellbeing Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Little Hulton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Little Lever Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lostock Community & College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| LRC | 0.0 | |||||
| Lymm Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Marsh Green Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Middlewich Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Moss Bank Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newton-le-Willows Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Northwich Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Orrell Bookcycle | 0.0 | |||||
| Padgate Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Parbold Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penketh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Radcliffe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rainford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rainhill Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Runcorn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Runcorn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandbach Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandiway Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shevington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Skelmersdale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Helens Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Helens Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Standish Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stockton Heath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stretford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Swinton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tarporley Community High School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tattenhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thatto Heath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Height Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Timperley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tyldesley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Urmston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walkden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Warrington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Weaverham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Westbrook Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Westhoughton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wharton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Widnes Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Winsford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Winstanley College - The Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Winton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woolston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Worsley Village Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Appleton Thorn
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altrincham Market | |||||
| Chelford Carboot | |||||
| Earlestown Outdoor Market | |||||
| Farnworth Indoor Market | |||||
| Knutsford Market | |||||
| Leigh Market | |||||
| Little Orange | |||||
| Little Orange | |||||
| Market Hall | |||||
| Market Hall | |||||
| Northwich Indoor Market | |||||
| Radcliffe Market | |||||
| Rixton Car Boot | |||||
| Urmston Market Hall | |||||
| Warrington Market | |||||
| Warrington Outdoor Market | |||||
| Warrington's Favourite Car Boot Sale | |||||
| Westhoughton Market | |||||
| Widnes Market | |||||
| Wigan Market | |||||
| Winsford Indoor Market |
Hotels in Appleton Thorn
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Appleton Thorn
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Appleton Thorn
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Appleton Thorn
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4Ts Brewery | ||||
| Dunham Massey Brewery | ||||
| Problem Child Brewing | ||||
| Prospect Brewery | ||||
| Seven Bro7hers Brewery | ||||
| SIS4ERS DISTILLERY | ||||
| Stubborn Mule Brewery and Tap | ||||
| Tatton Brewery | ||||
| Tatton Brewery | ||||
| Tatton Brewery | ||||
| Tatton Brewery | ||||
| The Beer Studio | ||||
| Weetwood Brewery | ||||
| Wigan Brewhouse |
Stadiums & Teams in Appleton Thorn
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| CorpAcq Stadium | ||
| Heywood Road |
Ski Resorts Near Appleton Thorn
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Snow Centre Manchester | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Chill Factor e | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Appleton Thorn
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Liverpool John Lennon Airport | LPL | Large Airport |
| Manchester Airport | MAN | Large Airport |
| Blackpool Airport | BLK | Medium Airport |
| Hawarden Airport | CEG | Medium Airport |
| RAF Cosford | - | Medium Airport |
| RAF Shawbury | - | Medium Airport |
| Warton Aerodrome | WRT | Medium Airport |
| Abbots Bromley Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Arley Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ash House Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ashcroft Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Breidden Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brook Farm Ultralight Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bryn Gates Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Calton Moor Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Carr Valley Microlight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chipping Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chirk Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Clotton airstrip UL | - | Small Airport |
| Cockerham Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Crosland Moor Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dairy House Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fern Farm Airstrip UL | - | Small Airport |
| Forest Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Frandley House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hawksview Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Haydock Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Higher Barn Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ince Blundell Microlight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kenyon Hall Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Longford Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Manchester Barton Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Middleton Sands Microlight | - | Small Airport |
| Mitton Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Moss Edge Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| North Wales Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Onecoat Morridge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Otherton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oxenhope Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Palmer Moor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pear Tree Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Peplow Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pilling Sands Microlight | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Woodvale | - | Small Airport |
| Saint Michaels Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sandford Hall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Seighford Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Shenstone Hall Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Appleton Thorn
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Haydock Lodge | ||
| Maple House | ||
| The Rehab Hut | ||
| With You |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Appleton Thorn
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Cross Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Appleton Thorn?
Appleton Thorn has a population of 1,324 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 80.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Appleton Thorn expensive to live in?
The median household income is $51,283, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $304,833 (8% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,282 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Appleton Thorn?
Appleton Thorn has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.6 inches, with 8.9 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Appleton Thorn?
Appleton Thorn has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $986. There are 120 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Appleton Thorn?
The median home value in Appleton Thorn is $304,833. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,282. The homeownership rate is 69.4%.
How are the schools in Appleton Thorn?
33.0% of adults in Appleton Thorn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.3% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Appleton Thorn?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Appleton Thorn is 5.5% White, 1% Black or African American, 3.9% Asian. 93.7% of residents speak only English at home. 4.0% of the population are military veterans. 5.0% of residents have a disability.
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