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Boxley, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Boxley is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 9,616. Elevation: 217 ft (66 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
9,616 Population 978/sq mi density
217 ft Elevation 66 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
31.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$48,503 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$48,503 median income, 4.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.3 / 5.0
$456,910 home value, $1,249/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population9,616
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density978/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 8%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,503
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.3%

Housing

F
Home Value$456,910
Rent$1,249
Ownership69.3%
Housing Units3,846

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation217 ft (66 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+47.5%

Community

Population9,616
Population Density978 / sq mi
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Coordinates51.3024°, 0.5422°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation31.0 inches (788 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.4 inches (9 cm)
Median Household Income$48,503
Median Age40.6 years

About Boxley

Boxley is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 9,616. The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet (66 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Boxley has a population of 9,616 with a density of 978 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (7.9%), with 1.3% Black, 6.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents. 4.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

9,616
Total Population
978
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
9.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Boxley vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Boxley is $48,503, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 875 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Boxley vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,503
35% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,944
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)875

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Boxley is $456,910, 62% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 69.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,846 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$456,910
62% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,249
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.3%
Owner-Occupied69.3%
Renter-Occupied30.7%
Housing Units3,846

Property Tax

Boxley experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches. The area receives 3.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Geography

Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Area9.8 sq mi (25.5 km²)
Population Density978/sq mi
Coordinates51.3024°N, 0.5422°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.0"
18% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 3.4"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Oct 6, 1999 34 km NNW of Fécamp, France M4.6 140 km
Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 41 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 121 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 117 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SSE of Longfossé, France M4.0 117 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 94 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 100 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 62 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 49 km
Jan 27, 1992 6 km SSE of Longfossé, France M3.5 120 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 130 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 116 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 59 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 99 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 97 km
Aug 26, 2002 40 km NNW of Étretat, France M3.0 145 km
May 1, 1997 21 km W of Fort-Mahon-Plage, France M3.0 119 km
Mar 28, 1996 67 km ESE of Aldeburgh, United Kingdom M3.0 149 km
Nov 5, 1994 5 km N of Debenham, United Kingdom M3.0 116 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 108 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 80 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m 54 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.
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29.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 11% below the national average of 33.7%. 47.5% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.9%
11% below United Kingdom avg
High School+47.5%
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density978/sq mi
Total Area9.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Boxley

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Swingate Primary School
Bredhurst Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Sandling Primary School
St Benedict's Catholic Primary School
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Radio Stations near Boxley

41 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Talk Radio (UK) curent affairs, politics AAC+ 32 kbps
Street Sounds Radio dance, disco MP3
Radio Caroline Flashback 60s, 70s MP3 128 kbps
DnB Liquified liquid dnb MP3 128 kbps
Radio Essex contemporary hits radio, pop MP3
BBC Essex UNKNOWN
Absolute Radio 80s 80s AAC 128 kbps
Greatest Hits Radio 60s greatest hits AAC+ 48 kbps
Big L 2 70's, 80's MP3 128 kbps
Greatest Hits Radio (Essex) 70's, 80's AAC+ 48 kbps
More Radio Eastbourne hits, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Forest Gold classic hits, golden oldies AAC 128 kbps
Classic Hits Forest Radio 1950s, 1960s AAC 128 kbps
Radio Caroline North AAC+ 52 kbps
Lyca Radio MP3 192 kbps
Retro Mix Radio 70s, 80s AAC+ 48 kbps
The Voice Of Doom death metal, doom metal AAC 320 kbps
Hailsham FM local radio MP3 128 kbps
Zero Radio MP3 128 kbps
Lifestyle Radio UK country, pop MP3 192 kbps
West Kent Radio MP3 170 kbps
Colin Mogagabe MP3 128 kbps
Oldskool UK dnb, hardcore MP3 128 kbps
Conquest Hospital Radio MP3 160 kbps
City Sound pop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Caroline Flashback MP3 128 kbps
Sheppey FM 92.2 MP3 256 kbps
White Cliffs Radio MP3
Power Ace Radio afrobeats, easy listening MP3 128 kbps
Chelmsford Community Radio independent MP3 128 kbps
TGM GOSPEL RADIO gospel MP3 320 kbps
GlitterBeam Radio MP3 128 kbps
Stomp Radio MP3 128 kbps
Phoenix FM community radio MP3 128 kbps
Homemade Radio adult contemporary, blues MP3 320 kbps
Kori The Pom Radio drum & bass, edm MP3 128 kbps
GlitterBeam Italia lgbt, lgbtqia+ MP3 192 kbps
Radioalfa2 classic hits MP3
Hospital Radio Chelmsford MP3 128 kbps
Slim Radio deep house, disco MP3 320 kbps
NanoRadio MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Boxley

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Canvey Island Heritage Centre Museum
Cart and Wagon Shed
Castle Point Transport Museum
Clifftown Telephone Museum
Cold War Bunker
Colonel Stephens Railway Museum
Cranbrook Museum
Dog collar museum
Dutch Cottage Museum
Essex Fire Museum
Exhibition and Model Railway
Guildhall Museum
Lashenden Air Warfare Museum
Leigh Heritage Centre
Maidstone Museum
Milton Chantry
Museum of Carriages
Queenborough Guildhall Museum
Queens Own Royal West Kent Regiment Museum
Royal Engineers Museum
Sittingbourne Heritage Museum
Southchurch Hall
Southend Central Museum
Southend Pier Museum
Southend Pier Museum
Tenterden District Museum
The Bay Museum
The C.M Booth Collection
The South East Romany Museum
Thurrock Museum
Woodchurch Museum

Libraries in Boxley

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Allington Library0.0
Bearsted Library0.0
Blackshots Library0.0
Borough Green Library0.0
Canvey Island Library0.0
Chadwell Library0.0
Chatham Library & Community Hub0.0
Coldharbour Library0.0
Corringham Library0.0
Coxheath Library0.0
Cuxton Library0.0
Dashwood Library0.0
Drill Hall Library Block A0.0
Drill Hall Library Block B0.0
Drill Hall Library Block C0.0
East Peckham Library0.0
East Tilbury Library0.0
Gillingham Library0.0
Grain Library, Community and Learning Centre0.0
Grain Library, Community and Learning Centre0.0
Gravesend Library and Information0.0
Grays Library0.0
Hartley Library0.0
Headcorn Library0.0
Hempstead Public Library0.0
Higham Library0.0
Hoo Library0.0
Hoo Library0.0
Kent History and Library Centre0.0
Kings Farm Library0.0
Larkfield Library0.0
Leigh Library0.0
Lenham Library0.0
Longfield Library0.0
Lordswood Library0.0
Luton Library0.0
Marden Library0.0
Marling Cross Library0.0
Medway Archives Centre0.0
Meopham Library0.0
New Ash Green Library0.0
Paddock Wood Library0.0
Pembury Library0.0
Queenborough Library0.0
Rainham Library0.0
Resource Centre0.0
Riverview Park Library0.0
Rochester Community Hub0.0
Sheerness Library0.0
Shepway Library0.0
Sittingbourne Library0.0
Southchurch Library0.0
Stanford-le-Hope Library0.0
Staplehurst Library0.0
Strood Library & Community Hub0.0
Tenterden Library0.0
The Thomas Aveling School and Community Library0.0
Thorpedene Library0.0
Tilbury Library0.0
Twydall Library0.0
Vigo Library0.0
Wadhurst Library0.0
Walderslade Hook Meadow Library0.0
Walderslade Village Library0.0
West Malling Library0.0
Westcliff Library0.0
Wigmore Library0.0
Yalding Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Boxley

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Boot Sale
Rochester Christmas Market

Hotels in Boxley

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Orida
The Village Maidstone

Restaurants in Boxley

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bella Italia
Frankie & Benny's
Nando's
Running Horse

Cafes in Boxley

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bakers + Baristas
Boba Time
Costa
Costa
Jamaica Blue
M&S Café
Penenden Deli

Castles in Boxley

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Allington Castle

Gas Stations in Boxley

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Sainsbury's
Shell

Banks in Boxley

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kent Reliance

Shopping Malls in Boxley

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hempstead Valley Shopping Centre

Gyms in Boxley

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

JD Gyms

Breweries in Boxley

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brumaison Beer
Goachers Brewery
Iron Pier Brewery
Kent Brewey
Nelson Brewery
No Frills Joe
Old Dairy Brewery
Tonbridge Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Boxley

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Ski Resorts Near Boxley

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Boxley

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Gatwick AirportLGWLarge Airport
London Stansted AirportSTNLarge Airport
London Biggin Hill AirportBQHMedium Airport
London City AirportLCYMedium Airport
London Southend AirportSENMedium Airport
Lydd London Ashford AirportLYXMedium Airport
Acton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Andrewsfield AerodromeSmall Airport
Audley End AirfieldSmall Airport
Barcombe-North AirstripSmall Airport
Barling AirfieldSmall Airport
Barnards FarmSmall Airport
Benington AirfieldSmall Airport
Bensons Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Blooms Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bonnington AirstripSmall Airport
Bradleys Lawn AirstripSmall Airport
Bury Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Chalksole Green AirstripSmall Airport
Challock AirfieldSmall Airport
Channel Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Chelworth House AirstripSmall Airport
Chipstead Private AirstripSmall Airport
Churchlands Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Clacton AirfieldSmall Airport
Clees Hall AirstripSmall Airport
Clipgate Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Cottered AirstripSmall Airport
Crockham Hill AirfieldSmall Airport
Crosbie Field ULSmall Airport
Damyns Hall AerodromeSmall Airport
Danehill AirstripSmall Airport
Deanland Lewes AirfieldSmall Airport
Dysons Osiers AirstripSmall Airport
Earls Colne AirfieldSmall Airport
East Haxted Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Egerton AirfieldSmall Airport
Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Fridd Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Frinsted AirstripSmall Airport
Gerpins Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Graveley AirstripSmall Airport
Great Oakley AirfieldSmall Airport
Hamilton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Harringe Court AirfieldSmall Airport
Headcorn AerodromeSmall Airport
Hickstead AirstripSmall Airport
High Cross AirstripSmall Airport
High Easter AirfieldSmall Airport
Homefield Farm / Edenbridge AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Boxley

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Penenden Heath Post Office

Treatment Centers in Boxley

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Blackberry Clinic
Hey Baby
Thorpdene clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Boxley

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St David's Church
St Mary and All Saints

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 Boxley

What is the population of Boxley?

Boxley has a population of 9,616 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 978 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Boxley expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,503, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $456,910 (62% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Boxley?

Boxley has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 31.0 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Boxley?

Boxley has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 875 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Boxley?

The median home value in Boxley is $456,910. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 69.3%.

How are the schools in Boxley?

29.9% of adults in Boxley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 47.5% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Boxley?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Boxley is 7.9% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 6.5% Asian. 90% of residents speak only English at home. 4.3% of residents have a disability.

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