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Bexhill-on-Sea, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Bexhill-on-Sea is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 40,478. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
40,478 Population 8,415/sq mi density
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
40.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$45,970 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$45,970 median income, 5.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.3 / 5.0
$434,508 home value, $1,149/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population40,478
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density8,415/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,970
Per Capita$45,970
Unemployment5.0%

Housing

F
Home Value$434,508
Rent$1,149
Ownership73.6%
Housing Units16,191

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+46.3%

Community

Population40,478
Population Density8,415 / sq mi
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates50.8502°, 0.4710°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation40.0 inches (1,017 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.7 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$45,970
Median Age53.5 years

About Bexhill-on-Sea

Bexhill-on-Sea is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 40,478. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Bexhill-on-Sea has a population of 40,478 with a density of 8,415 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52.5% female and 47.5% male. The city is predominantly White (3.4%), with 2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.5% of residents. 5.3% of the population are veterans. 6.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

40,478
Total Population
8,415
People / sq mi
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above United Kingdom avg
4.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.5%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.5%

Social Characteristics

Bexhill-on-Sea vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Bexhill-on-Sea is $45,970, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,970 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $884, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 3,683 business establishments. 32.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bexhill-on-Sea vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$45,970
39% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$45,970
Avg Weekly Wage$884

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)3,683

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone50.6%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home32.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Bexhill-on-Sea is $434,508, 54% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,149 (1% below the national average of $1,163). 73.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 16,191 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$434,508
54% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,149
1% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.6%
Owner-Occupied73.6%
Renter-Occupied26.4%
Housing Units16,191

Property Tax

Climate in Bexhill-on-Sea

Bexhill-on-Sea has an average annual temperature of 11.7°C (53°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.2°C), the coldest is Jan (5.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 835 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.6°C / 42°F -0.6° / 12° 70.2
Feb 7.1°C / 45°F 0.5° / 12.8° 70.8
Mar 7.8°C / 46°F 1.7° / 14.5° 62.7
Apr 9.1°C / 48°F 1.7° / 16.7° 38.8
May 12.4°C / 54°F 5.5° / 19.9° 44.7
Jun 15.7°C / 60°F 9.2° / 24.5° 61.9
Jul 17.7°C / 64°F 11.5° / 26.8° 51.8
Aug 18.2°C / 65°F 11.9° / 25.8° 49.9
Sep 16.5°C / 62°F 8.6° / 24.6° 70.4
Oct 13.5°C / 56°F 6.7° / 19.4° 114.6
Nov 9.4°C / 49°F 2.4° / 15.7° 100.6
Dec 7.4°C / 45°F 1.1° / 13.1° 98.5
Bexhill-on-Sea experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. The area receives 4.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area4.8 sq mi (12.5 km²)
Population Density8,415/sq mi
Coordinates50.8502°N, 0.4710°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.0"
5% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 4.7"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.62"
Driest Month (May) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

38 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.3 on Feb 27, 2019.

Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 46 km
Oct 6, 1999 34 km NNW of Fécamp, France M4.6 89 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 146 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SSE of Longfossé, France M4.0 99 km
Jul 14, 2011 62 km SSE of Ventnor, United Kingdom M3.9 118 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 126 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 65 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 84 km
Sep 23, 2003 41 km WNW of Étretat, France M3.6 125 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 58 km
Sep 24, 2003 22 km WNW of Cauville-sur-Mer, France M3.5 135 km
Jan 27, 1992 6 km SSE of Longfossé, France M3.5 101 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 67 km
Jun 16, 1998 18 km NNW of Yport, France M3.3 110 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 95 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 64 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 94 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 121 km
Aug 26, 2002 40 km NNW of Étretat, France M3.0 96 km
May 1, 1997 21 km W of Fort-Mahon-Plage, France M3.0 80 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1858 NORTH SEA Unknown 6.0 m 82 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m 61 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 3.4 in
February 40°F (5°C) 2.1 in Coldest
March 44°F (6°C) 2.4 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.0 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in Driest
June 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in

Bexhill-on-Sea has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 40°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.6") and May the driest (1.9").

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29.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 11% below the national average of 33.7%. 46.3% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.9%
11% below United Kingdom avg
High School+46.3%
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density8,415/sq mi
Total Area4.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone50.6%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home32.4%

Schools in Bexhill-on-Sea

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Battle Abbey Preparatory School
St. Richard's Catholic College
Chantry Community Primary School
King Offa Primary Academy
St. Peter & St. Paul C of E Primary School
St Mary's School & 6th Form College
All Saints C of E Primary School
Bexhill High Academy
Little Common School
East Sussex Skills Academy
St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Primary School
Pebsham Primary Academy
Glyne Gap School
Glenleigh Park Primary Academy
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Radio Stations near Bexhill-on-Sea

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Talk Radio (UK) curent affairs, politics AAC+ 32 kbps
DnB Liquified liquid dnb MP3 128 kbps
Greatest Hits Radio 60s greatest hits AAC+ 48 kbps
More Radio Eastbourne hits, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Hailsham FM local radio MP3 128 kbps
West Kent Radio MP3 170 kbps
Conquest Hospital Radio MP3 160 kbps
White Cliffs Radio MP3
Power Ace Radio afrobeats, easy listening MP3 128 kbps
TGM GOSPEL RADIO gospel MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Bexhill-on-Sea

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Battle Abbey
Battle Museum of Local History
Bexhill Museum
Colonel Stephens Railway Museum
Cranbrook Museum
Eastbourne heritage centre
Eastbourne Lifeboat Museum
Exhibition and Model Railway
Hastings Fishermen's Museum
Hastings Museum and Art Gallery
Hastings Old Town Hall Museum
Pevensey Courthouse Museum
Polegate Windmill
Rolvenden Layne Sound Museum
Shipwreck Museum
Tenterden District Museum
The Beachy Head Story
The C.M Booth Collection
The True CRIME Museum
Winchelsea Corporation Museum

Libraries in Bexhill-on-Sea

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Battle Library0.0
Bexhill Library0.0
Eastbourne Library0.0
Hailsham Public Library0.0
Hampden Park Library0.0
Hastings Library0.0
Hawkhurst Library0.0
Heathfield Library0.0
Hollington Library0.0
Little Common Library0.0
Northiam Library0.0
Old Town Community Library0.0
Ore Community Library0.0
Polegate Library0.0
Tenterden Library0.0
Wadhurst Library0.0
Willingdon Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bexhill-on-Sea

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bexhill Farmers' Market
Bexhill Indoor Market
Market Square
St Leonards Church Market

Hotels in Bexhill-on-Sea

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Driftwood
The Relais Cooden Beach

Restaurants in Bexhill-on-Sea

30 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bengal Brasserie
Bentley's Smokehouse
Bentley's Steakhouse
Blue Anchor
China Garden
Food For Friends
Gurkhas Kitchen
Little Common Fish & Grill
Little India
Louis' Fish Restaurant
Marino's
Mowgli
Novecento
Opa Opa
Pebbles On The Beach
Peking Garden
Picasso Express
Poppins
Rustico
Shiplu
Sobremesa
Sunrise Gourmet
Taj Mahal
Thai Brasserie
Thai Chava
The Chilli Tree
The Grill House
The Tasting Room
Tony's
Trattoria Italiana

Cafes in Bexhill-on-Sea

44 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

1066 Bakery Cafe Kitchen
Alfredo & Sue's
Avra
Bexhill Gelateria
Blueberries
Brief Encounter Café
Cactus Moon
Café Bar and Kitchen
Café Express
Cafe~inn
Cavells
Chapter Two
Chestnut Meadow Cafe
Chucky's Baristro
Costa
Earls Mercantile
Egerton Park Kiosk
Fox & Badger
Front Room
Homely Treatz
Hughies
Jempson's Cafe
Jimmi's
Kerry's Café Bar
Lando's
Little Coffee
Michelle's Dream
Oceanside Cafe
One Love
Sovereign Light Café
Starbucks
Syrian Lounge
The Carriage
The Ceylon Courtyard
The Colonnade
The Corner Cafe & Bakehouse
The Good Story Bistro
The Market Cafe
The Old Bathing Station
The Old Town Tea Room
The Pelham
The Picnic Basket
The Works Cafe
Wards Cafe

Clinics in Bexhill-on-Sea

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bexhill Community Diagnostic Centre
SpaMedica

Dentists in Bexhill-on-Sea

7 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Albany Dental Practice
Bexhill Dental Clinic
Eversley Road Dental Practice
Little Common Dental Practice
Parkhurst Dental Practice
Sea Road Dental Practice
Toad Hall Dental Surgery

Veterinaries in Bexhill-on-Sea

5 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Broad Oak Vets
Claremont Veterinary Group
GoPet
Happy Tails Vets
Sussex Coast Vets

Train Stations in Bexhill-on-Sea

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bexhill
Collington
Cooden Beach

Gas Stations in Bexhill-on-Sea

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bexhill Service Station
BP Sidley S/Stn
Buckhurst Road Service Station
Esso
Gulf
Smith & Humphrey

Banks in Bexhill-on-Sea

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banking Hub
Nationwide
Yorkshire Building Society

Shopping Malls in Bexhill-on-Sea

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Mall

Gyms in Bexhill-on-Sea

5 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bexhill Leisure Centre
Novo Community Fitness
Physiques Gym
Stackz
Veena & The Moon

Golf Courses in Bexhill-on-Sea

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cooden Beach Golf Club
Highwoods Golf Club

Breweries in Bexhill-on-Sea

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Battle Brewery
Brewing Brothers Brewery and Taproom
Old Dairy Brewery
The FILO Brewery
The Three Legs

Stadiums & Teams in Bexhill-on-Sea

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Bexhill-on-Sea

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Chatham Ski & Snowboard Centre 0.0 $0

Airports Near Bexhill-on-Sea

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Gatwick AirportLGWLarge Airport
London Biggin Hill AirportBQHMedium Airport
London City AirportLCYMedium Airport
London Southend AirportSENMedium Airport
Lydd London Ashford AirportLYXMedium Airport
Acton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Barcombe-North AirstripSmall Airport
Barling AirfieldSmall Airport
Barnards FarmSmall Airport
Bensons Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bonnington AirstripSmall Airport
Bradleys Lawn AirstripSmall Airport
Chalksole Green AirstripSmall Airport
Challock AirfieldSmall Airport
Chelworth House AirstripSmall Airport
Chipstead Private AirstripSmall Airport
Churchlands Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Clipgate Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Crockham Hill AirfieldSmall Airport
Damyns Hall AerodromeSmall Airport
Danehill AirstripSmall Airport
Deanland Lewes AirfieldSmall Airport
East Haxted Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Egerton AirfieldSmall Airport
Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Folly Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Fridd Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Frinsted AirstripSmall Airport
Gerpins Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hamilton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Harringe Court AirfieldSmall Airport
Headcorn AerodromeSmall Airport
Hickstead AirstripSmall Airport
Homefield Farm / Edenbridge AirstripSmall Airport
Kenley Glider FieldSmall Airport
Kittyhawk AerodromeSmall Airport
Laddingford AerodromeSmall Airport
Lamberhurst AirstripSmall Airport
Lamberhurst Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Little Engeham Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Little Robhurst AirstripSmall Airport
Lukesfield AirstripSmall Airport
Meadow Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Old Hay AirfieldSmall Airport
Palmers Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Pent Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Piltdown AirstripSmall Airport
Rankins Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Redhill AerodromeSmall Airport
Ringmer Glider FieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Bexhill-on-Sea

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bexhill-on-Sea Post Office
Little Common Post Office
Sidley Post Office
Windmill Drive Post Office

Treatment Centers in Bexhill-on-Sea

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
STAR

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bexhill-on-Sea

24 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints Church
Beulah Baptist Church
Bexhill Christian Spiritual Church
Bexhill Masjid & Islamic Centre
Bexhill United Reformed Church
Christchurch Methodist Church
Freedom Church
Friends Meeting House
HOPES
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Kings' Church Bexhill
Little Common Methodist Church
Living Word Church
Maitreya Kadampa Buddhist Centre
Our Lady of the Rosary Church
St. Augustine's Church
St. Barnabas Church
St. Mark's Church
St. Martha's Church
St. Mary Magdalene's Church
St. Michael and All Angels Church
St. Paul's Free Church
St. Peter's Church
St. Stephen's Church

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 Bexhill-on-Sea

What is the population of Bexhill-on-Sea?

Bexhill-on-Sea has a population of 40,478 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 8,415 people per square mile, spread across 4.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 53.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52.5% female and 47.5% male.

Is Bexhill-on-Sea expensive to live in?

The median household income is $45,970, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $434,508 (54% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,149 per month. 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 Bexhill-on-Sea?

Bexhill-on-Sea has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Bexhill-on-Sea?

The unemployment rate in Bexhill-on-Sea is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $884. There are 3,683 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bexhill-on-Sea?

The median home value in Bexhill-on-Sea is $434,508. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,149. The homeownership rate is 73.6%.

How are the schools in Bexhill-on-Sea?

29.9% of adults in Bexhill-on-Sea hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 46.3% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Bexhill-on-Sea?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bexhill-on-Sea is 3.4% White, 1% Black or African American, 2% Asian. 97.5% of residents speak only English at home. 5.3% of the population are military veterans. 6.0% of residents have a disability.

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