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Barrow upon Humber, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Barrow upon Humber is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,820. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,820 Population 8/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
35.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$44,117 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$44,117 median income, 5.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$221,921 home value, $1,103/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Barrow upon Humber

Barrow upon Humber

Barrow upon Humber is a village and civil parish in North Lincolnshire, England. The population at the 2021 census was about 3,000.

People

Population2,820
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 6%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,117
Per Capita$44,117
Unemployment5.3%

Housing

B+
Home Value$221,921
Rent$1,103
Ownership67.8%
Housing Units1,128

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days212/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.9%
High School+41.1%

Community

Population2,820
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates53.6755°, -0.3806°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation35.4 inches (900 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.0 inches (10 cm)
Median Household Income$44,117
Median Age44.9 years

About Barrow upon Humber

Barrow upon Humber is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,820. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Barrow upon Humber has a population of 2,820 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 372.9 square miles. The median age is 44.9 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 (6%), with 3.8% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.4% of residents. 5.5% of the population are veterans. 6.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

2,820
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above United Kingdom avg
372.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.4%
19% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 6.6%

Social Characteristics

Barrow upon Humber vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Barrow upon Humber is $44,117, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,117 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $848, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 257 business establishments. 17.4% of workers work from home.

Income: Barrow upon Humber vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$44,117
41% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$44,117
Avg Weekly Wage$848

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)257

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone61.9%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home17.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Barrow upon Humber is $221,921, 21% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,103 (5% below the national average of $1,163). 67.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,128 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$221,921
21% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,103
5% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership67.8%
Owner-Occupied67.8%
Renter-Occupied32.2%
Housing Units1,128

Property Tax

Barrow upon Humber experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 212 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. The area receives 4.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days212 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area372.9 sq mi (965.7 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates53.6755°N, 0.3806°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.4"
7% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 4.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.64"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Feb 27, 2008 1 km NNE of Market Rasen, United Kingdom M4.8 31 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 123 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 98 km
Jun 9, 2018 7 km NNE of Withernsea, United Kingdom M4.1 32 km
Dec 21, 2000 38 km NNE of Cromer, United Kingdom M4.0 138 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 121 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 108 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 109 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 79 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 100 km
Jun 21, 1998 74 km E of Flamborough, United Kingdom M3.5 101 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 119 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 109 km
Jan 30, 2002 25 km NNE of Sheringham, United Kingdom M3.4 124 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 107 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 143 km
Feb 20, 1995 England, United Kingdom M3.3 139 km
Mar 4, 1990 2 km N of Great Haywood, United Kingdom M3.3 143 km
Oct 23, 2002 0 km WSW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.3 119 km
Jan 21, 1999 4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom M3.3 79 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
August 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.3 in
December 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in Wettest

Barrow upon Humber has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.6").

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23.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 29% below the national average of 33.7%. 41.1% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.9%
29% below United Kingdom avg
High School+41.1%
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area372.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone61.9%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home17.4%

Schools in Barrow upon Humber

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
John Harrison C of E Primary School
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Radio Stations near Barrow upon Humber

8 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Magna Radio classic hits, hits MP3
Lincs Sound 00s, 10s UNKNOWN
TruckStopRadio MP3 128 kbps
Magna Mix classic hits, hits MP3
Heckington Living Community Radio MP3 128 kbps
107FM community MP3 128 kbps
Vixen 101 MP3 128 kbps
Great Driffield Radio MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Barrow upon Humber

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Baysgarth House Museum
Beverley Art Gallery
Brigg Heritage Centre
Dinostar
East Riding Treasure House
Ferens Art Gallery
Hands on History Museum
Hedon Museum
Hornsea Museum
Hull and East Riding Museum
Hull Fishing Heritage Centre
Hull Maritime Museum
Hull people's memorial museum
Hull Streetlife Museum
Immingham Museum
Skidby Windmill Museum of East Riding Rural Life
Sutton and Wawne museum
The Ropery
Wilberforce House Museum
Wilderspin National School

Libraries in Barrow upon Humber

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Anlaby Park Library0.0
Anlaby Park Library0.0
Avenues Library0.0
Beverley Library0.0
Bransholme Library0.0
Broughton Library0.0
Brynmor Jones Library0.0
Caistor Grammar School Library0.0
Caistor Library0.0
Carnegie Heritage Centre0.0
Children's library0.0
Children's library0.0
Community Library (Stanford Centre)0.0
Cottingham Library0.0
Fred Moore Library0.0
Gipsyville Library0.0
Gipsyville Library0.0
Goxhill Library0.0
Goxhill Library0.0
Greenwood Avenue Library0.0
Hedon Centre0.0
Hedon Centre0.0
Hessle Library0.0
Hornsea Library0.0
Hull Central Library0.0
Hull History Centre0.0
Ings Road Library0.0
Leven Library0.0
North Ferriby Library0.0
Petuaria Centre0.0
South Cave Library0.0
Swanland Library0.0
The Immingham Library0.0
Western Library0.0
Western Library0.0
Winterton Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Barrow upon Humber

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Brigg Farmers Market
Caistor Market Place
Corn Hill
Saturday Market
Trinity Market
Wednesday Market

Cafes in Barrow upon Humber

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Deepdale Garden Centre cafe

Castles in Barrow upon Humber

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Castles

Breweries in Barrow upon Humber

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Aitcheson's Brewery
Aitcheson's Brewery
Atom Beers
Atom Beers
Belschnickel Brewery
Belschnickel Brewery
Lincolnshire Craft Beers
Skidbrooke Cyder Company
The Minerva
Yorkshire Brewhouse
Yorkshire Brewhouse

Stadiums & Teams in Barrow upon Humber

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Airports Near Barrow upon Humber

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Humberside AirportHUYMedium Airport
RAF Barkston HeathMedium Airport
RAF ConingsbyQCYMedium Airport
RAF CranwellMedium Airport
RAF WaddingtonWTNMedium Airport
(Duplicete)East Kirkby AirfieldSmall Airport
Acaster Malbis AirstripSmall Airport
Acthorpe Top Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Ashley's Field AirstripSmall Airport
Bankwood Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Beeches Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Beverley/Linley Hill AirfieldSmall Airport
Birchwood Lodge AirstripSmall Airport
Blackmoor Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Boon Hill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Boston AerodromeSmall Airport
Breighton AirfieldSmall Airport
Bridge Cottage AirstripSmall Airport
Bridlington AirfieldSmall Airport
Brookfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bucknall AirfieldSmall Airport
Burn AirfieldSmall Airport
Burton-Constable AirstripSmall Airport
Cadwell Park Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Caunton AirfieldSmall Airport
Cliffe AirstripSmall Airport
Cottage Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Croft AirstripSmall Airport
Cuxwold AirfieldSmall Airport
Darlton Gliding ClubSmall Airport
East Kirkby AirfieldSmall Airport
Eastfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Eddsfield AirfieldSmall Airport
Elvington AirfieldSmall Airport
Finningley Village AirstripSmall Airport
Forwood Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Full Sutton AirfieldSmall Airport
Garton Field AirstripSmall Airport
Gilrudding Grange AirstripSmall Airport
Glebe Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Grange Farm Private AirstripSmall Airport
Grange Farm Private AirstripSmall Airport
Griffin's Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Grove Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hall Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hanbeck Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Haxey AirstripSmall Airport
Headon Microlight AirfieldSmall Airport
Hibaldstow AirfieldSmall Airport
Hill Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Barrow upon Humber

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Barrow on Humber Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Barrow upon Humber

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Barrow Methodist Church
Holy Trinity

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 Barrow upon Humber

What is the population of Barrow upon Humber?

Barrow upon Humber has a population of 2,820 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 372.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Barrow upon Humber expensive to live in?

The median household income is $44,117, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $221,921 (21% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,103 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Barrow upon Humber?

Barrow upon Humber 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 61°F in July. The area receives 212 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 35.4 inches, with 4.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Barrow upon Humber?

The unemployment rate in Barrow upon Humber is 5.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 257 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Barrow upon Humber?

The median home value in Barrow upon Humber is $221,921. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,103. The homeownership rate is 67.8%.

How are the schools in Barrow upon Humber?

23.9% of adults in Barrow upon Humber hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.1% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Barrow upon Humber?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Barrow upon Humber is 6% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 3.8% Asian. 93.4% of residents speak only English at home. 5.5% of the population are military veterans. 6.0% of residents have a disability.

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