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Bridgnorth, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Bridgnorth is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 12,657. Elevation: 243 ft (74 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
12,657 Population 10/sq mi density
243 ft Elevation 74 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
32.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$46,979 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$46,979 median income, 4.1% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$354,828 home value, $1,174/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population12,657
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density10/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,979
Per Capita$46,979
Unemployment4.1%

Housing

C
Home Value$354,828
Rent$1,174
Ownership69.5%
Housing Units5,063

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain32.0 in/yr
Sunny Days278/yr
Elevation243 ft (74 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.5%
High School+49.9%

Community

Population12,657
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Coordinates52.5366°, -2.4203°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation32.0 inches (812 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$46,979
Median Age48.3 years

About Bridgnorth

Bridgnorth is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 12,657. The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet (74 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Bridgnorth has a population of 12,657 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 1,309.3 square miles. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.4% male. The city is predominantly White (3.3%), with 1.6% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.1% of residents. 5.5% of the population are veterans. 5.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

12,657
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above United Kingdom avg
1,309.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.7%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.1%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.9%

Social Characteristics

Bridgnorth vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Bridgnorth is $46,979, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,979 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $903, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,152 business establishments. 27.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bridgnorth vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$46,979
37% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$46,979
Avg Weekly Wage$903

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)1,152

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.8%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home27.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Bridgnorth is $354,828, 26% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,174 (1% above the national average of $1,163). 69.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 5,063 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$354,828
26% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,174
1% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.5%
Owner-Occupied69.5%
Renter-Occupied30.5%
Housing Units5,063

Property Tax

Climate in Bridgnorth

Bridgnorth has an average annual temperature of 9.8°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.3°C), the coldest is Jan (4.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 684 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.4°C / 40°F 1.6° / 7.2° 57.5
Feb 4.8°C / 41°F 1.5° / 8° 43.4
Mar 6.4°C / 44°F 2.4° / 10.3° 43.4
Apr 8.6°C / 47°F 4° / 13.2° 47.1
May 11.5°C / 53°F 6.7° / 16.3° 53.5
Jun 14.4°C / 58°F 9.6° / 19.1° 58.8
Jul 16.3°C / 61°F 11.5° / 21.1° 57.6
Aug 16°C / 61°F 11.4° / 20.6° 64.2
Sep 13.6°C / 56°F 9.3° / 18° 61.0
Oct 10.4°C / 51°F 6.8° / 14° 69.0
Nov 7°C / 45°F 3.9° / 10.1° 61.0
Dec 4.6°C / 40°F 1.9° / 7.4° 67.0
Bridgnorth experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 278 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days278 days/yr

Geography

Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Area1,309.3 sq mi (3,391.1 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates52.5366°N, 2.4203°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.0"
16% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.27"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 18 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 46 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 109 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 133 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 106 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 111 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 62 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 37 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 107 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 117 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 126 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 79 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 108 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 108 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 41 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 109 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 122 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 106 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 116 km
Jul 29, 1992 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.5 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 3.1 in
February 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in Coldest
March 42°F (6°C) 2.6 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in Warmest, Driest
August 60°F (15°C) 2.9 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
October 49°F (10°C) 2.9 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in
December 40°F (5°C) 3.3 in Wettest

Bridgnorth has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.3") and July the driest (2.1").

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32.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% below the national average of 33.7%. 49.9% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.5%
4% below United Kingdom avg
High School+49.9%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density10/sq mi
Total Area1,309.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.8%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home27.2%

Colleges & Universities in Bridgnorth

Institution Type Founded Website
Ludlow College College

Schools in Bridgnorth

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St John's Catholic Primary School
Bridgnorth Endowed School
St. Mary's Bluecoat Church of England Primary School
Morville CofE (Controlled) Primary School
Castlefields Primary School
St Leonard's CofE Primary School
Oldbury Wells School
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Radio Stations near Bridgnorth

42 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
HearMe 2010s pop music MP3
6 Towns Radio adult contemporary, classic hits MP3
Genesis Radio Birmingham MP3 128 kbps
101.8 WCR FM MP3 128 kbps
HypeDem Reggae Radio MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - CHRISTMAS (MP3) christmas music, pop MP3 128 kbps
BBC Radio Hereford and Worcester UNKNOWN
Malvern Radio International - Pumpkin FM classical baroque, classical music MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - POP (MP3) pop MP3 128 kbps
Black Country Radio MP3 128 kbps
Blue Sky Radio classic hits, hot adult contemporary MP3 256 kbps
SYNK Radio Rap hip-hop, rap MP3
Like Radio - NEW (MP3) pop MP3 128 kbps
SYNK Radio dance, drum and bass MP3
Ambur Radio MP3 128 kbps
Hereme 2000s pop 2000's, pop MP3
Hearme - 80s rock 80d rock, 80’s rock MP3
Sunshine 855 MP3 128 kbps
Vibe 1 classic hits, hits MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - LOVE (MP3) love songs, pop MP3 128 kbps
Access Radio 64K music, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - HOLIDAY CLASSICS (MP3) classics, holiday MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - COUNTRY (MP3) country MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - CHILL (AAC+) chill, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ANTHEMS (MP3) anthems, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - HOLIDAY (MP3) holiday, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - ANTHEMS (AAC+) anthems, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - RETRO (AAC+) pop, retro AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - CHRISTMAS (AAC+) christmas music, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ONE (MP3) music MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand Anthems (AAC+) dance anthems, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand (MP3) dance, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - NEW (AAC+) pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ALT (MP3) alternative MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - CHILL (MP3) chill, pop MP3 128 kbps
Hereford FC edgar street, hereford fc MP3 96 kbps
Like Radio - COUNTRY (AAC+) country AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ALT (AAC+) alternative AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ONE (AAC+) music AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand (AAC+) dance, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand Anthems (MP3) dance anthems, pop MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Bridgnorth

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bewdley Museum
Blists Hill Victorian Town
Broseley Pipeworks
Canal Heritage Room
Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron
Coalport China Museum
Ditton Priors Local History Centre
Dudmaston Hall
Enginuity
Jackfield Tile Museum
Kidderminster Railway Museum
Much Wenlock Museum
Museum of Carpet
Museum of Steel Sculpture
Museum of the Gorge
Museum of The Post Office In The Community
Northgate Museum
RAF Museum Midlands
Sunnycroft
Tar Tunnel
Tenbury Museum
The Darby Houses
The Engine House
The Iron Bridge Tollhouse
The Merrythought Teddy Bear Shop & Museum
Worcestershire County Museum
Wroxeter Roman City Museum
Wroxeter Roman Site Museum

Libraries in Bridgnorth

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bridgnorth Library0.0
Broseley Library0.0
Cleobury Country Centre & Library0.0
Highley Library0.0
Kidderminster Library0.0
Newport Community Library0.0
Oakengates Library0.0
Perton Library0.0
Shifnal Library0.0
Southwater Library0.0
Stourport Library0.0
Wellington Library0.0
Wombourne Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Bridgnorth

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Apley Farm Shop
Bridgnorth Outdoor Market
Madeley Market
Market Annexe
Market Hall
Tenbury Round Market
Wellington Market

Hotels in Bridgnorth

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Parlors Hall Hotel
Whitburn Grange Hotel

Restaurants in Bridgnorth

16 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Apley On The High Street
Bassa Villa
Blue Ginger
China Diner
Dilraz
Eurasia Tandoori
Graze
Himalaya Tandoori
Legends Cantonese Restaurant
Peepo
Punjab Terrace Balti
Thai Arts Restaurant
The Board Room Bridgnorth
The Fat Olive Tapas
The Gatehouse
The Seagul

Cafes in Bridgnorth

12 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Butlers
Castle Tea Rooms
Coffee at D'Arcy's
Coffee Cortado
Costa
Giovannis
Millie's place
Natasha's Tea Rooms
Platform 10
Refreshment Room
Violets Tearoom
Whitburn Coffee House

Cinemas in Bridgnorth

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Reel Cinema

Theatres in Bridgnorth

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Theatre on the Steps

Castles in Bridgnorth

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bridgnorth Castle

Clinics in Bridgnorth

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bridgnorth Foot Clinic
Northgate Health Clinic

Dentists in Bridgnorth

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fix Ur Dent
Regency House Dental Practice
Smile Design

Veterinaries in Bridgnorth

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bridgenorth Veterinary Centre
Severn Edge Vets

Train Stations in Bridgnorth

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bridgnorth
Bridgnorth Cliff Railway Bottom Station
Bridgnorth Cliff Railway Top Station

Gas Stations in Bridgnorth

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Shell

Banks in Bridgnorth

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

HSBC UK
Lloyds Bank
Nationwide

Gyms in Bridgnorth

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Gym

Golf Courses in Bridgnorth

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bridgnorth Golf Club

Breweries in Bridgnorth

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bewdley Brewery
Hobsons Brewery
New Brew
Nothing Bound Brewing Co
Rowton Brewery
Worcester Brewing Co

Stadiums & Teams in Bridgnorth

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Airports Near Bridgnorth

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birmingham AirportBHXLarge Airport
Gloucestershire AirportGLOMedium Airport
Hawarden AirportCEGMedium Airport
RAF CosfordMedium Airport
RAF ShawburyMedium Airport
Abbots Bromley AirfieldSmall Airport
Abergavenny AirstripSmall Airport
Allensmore AirfieldSmall Airport
Arden Heath Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Ash House Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Ashcroft AirfieldSmall Airport
Berrow AirstripSmall Airport
Bidford AirfieldSmall Airport
Breidden AirfieldSmall Airport
Brine Pits Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Broadmeadow Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brook Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Byecross Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Calcot AirfieldSmall Airport
Calton Moor AirfieldSmall Airport
Chirk AirfieldSmall Airport
Clotton airstrip ULSmall Airport
Colliers Elm Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Croft Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Crumpton Oaks Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Dairy House Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Darley Moor AirfieldSmall Airport
Ditton Priors AirstripSmall Airport
Fern Farm Airstrip ULSmall Airport
Fisherwick AirfieldSmall Airport
Forest Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Green Acres AirstripSmall Airport
Hanley Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hardwicke AirstripSmall Airport
Hawling Manor Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hoe Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Home Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Home Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Knoll AirstripSmall Airport
Ledbury AirfieldSmall Airport
Little Down Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Llangarron Private AirstripSmall Airport
Longford AirstripSmall Airport
Lower Grounds Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Midland Glider ClubSmall Airport
Mill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Mitton AirstripSmall Airport
Onecoat Morridge AirstripSmall Airport
Otherton AirfieldSmall Airport
Over Farm MicrolightSmall Airport

Post Offices in Bridgnorth

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Sydney Cottage Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bridgnorth

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Aston Eyre Church
Bridgnorth Baptist Church
Cartway United Reformed & Methodist Church
Saint John The Evangelist
St Calixtus
St Gregory the Great
St Leonard's Hall Church
St Mary Magdalene's Church
St Nicholas
St Peter & St Paul
The People's Hall Evangelical Church

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UFO Sightings
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Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Bridgnorth

What is the population of Bridgnorth?

Bridgnorth has a population of 12,657 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 1,309.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.4% male.

Is Bridgnorth expensive to live in?

The median household income is $46,979, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $354,828 (26% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,174 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Bridgnorth?

Bridgnorth has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 278 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.0 inches.

How is the job market in Bridgnorth?

Bridgnorth has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $903. There are 1,152 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bridgnorth?

The median home value in Bridgnorth is $354,828. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,174. The homeownership rate is 69.5%.

How are the schools in Bridgnorth?

32.5% of adults in Bridgnorth hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.9% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Bridgnorth?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bridgnorth is 3.3% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.6% Asian. 97.1% of residents speak only English at home. 5.5% of the population are military veterans. 5.1% of residents have a disability.

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