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Burniston, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Burniston is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,523. Elevation: 177 ft (54 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Burniston
Burniston is a village and civil parish in the county of North Yorkshire, England. It is situated about four miles north of Scarborough, on the A171 road. According to the 2011 UK census Burniston parish had a population of 1,523, an increase on the 2001 UK census figure of 1,389. With all the new houses at River Meadows, the population is now roughly 1,500. The parish council is Burniston Parish Council.
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| Population | 1,523 |
| Population Density | 0 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 177 ft (54 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.3239°, -0.4481° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.6 inches (649 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $46,714 |
| Median Age | 48.3 years |
About Burniston
Burniston is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,523. The city sits at an elevation of 177 feet (54 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Burniston vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Burniston vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,714 |
| 38% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,714 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $898 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 139 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $350,437 |
| 24% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,168 |
| 0% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 609 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.2°F |
| 11% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 290 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 177 ft (54 m) |
| Area | 4,037.9 sq mi (10,458.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.3239°N, 0.4481°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
Burniston has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 38°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.6").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 0/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4,037.9 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Burniston
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lindhead School | - | - | - | - |
| Hackness Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Burniston
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| TruckStopRadio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Scarborough | community radio | MP3 64 kbps | |
| This is the Coast | - | MP3 | |
| Vixen 101 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Great Driffield Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Burniston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayle Museum | ||||
| Captain Cook Memorial Museum | ||||
| Cholmley House | ||||
| Filey Museum | ||||
| Maritime Heritage | ||||
| Pannett Art Gallery | ||||
| RNLI Whitby Museum | ||||
| Robin Hood’s Bay Museum | ||||
| Rotunda Museum | ||||
| The Scarborough Fair Collection & Vintage Transport Museum | ||||
| Whitby Jet Heritage Centre | ||||
| Whitby Museum | ||||
| Yorkshire Coast Dinosaur And Fossil Museum |
Libraries in Burniston
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derwent Valley Community Library & Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Eastfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Filey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newby Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Reading Rooms | 0.0 | |||||
| Scarborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitby Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Burniston
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lebberston Sunday Market | |||||
| Market Hall and Market Vaults |
Hotels in Burniston
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Burniston
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Burniston
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Burniston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Riding Brewery | ||||
| Raven Hill Brewery | ||||
| Scarborough Brewery | ||||
| Whitby Brewery | ||||
| Wold Top Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Burniston
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Burniston
43 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Humberside Airport | HUY | Medium Airport |
| Leeds East Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Acaster Malbis Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Askern Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Beverley/Linley Hill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Birchwood Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Boon Hill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Breighton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bridge Cottage Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bridlington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Burn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Burton-Constable Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cliffe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Eddsfield Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Elvington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Full Sutton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Garton Field Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gilrudding Grange Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hollym Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hollym West Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Howden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ings Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lodge Field House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Low Moor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Melrose Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Moor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Newgate Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Newton-on-Rawcliffe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Octon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pocklington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Redmoor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rufforth East Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rufforth West Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Settrington Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| South Cave / Mount Airy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Spite Hall Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tansterne Grange Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Throstle Nest Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wombleton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Woodhouse Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Yearby Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Burniston
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Burniston Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Burniston
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Burniston Methodist Church | |
| Scalby Methodist Church | |
| St Laurence | |
| St Peters | |
| St. Athanasius Monastry | |
| St. Peters Church | |
| Wesleyan Methodist Chapel |
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What is the population of Burniston?
Burniston has a population of 1,523 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,037.9 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 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Burniston expensive to live in?
The median household income is $46,714, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $350,437 (24% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,168 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Burniston?
Burniston has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.6 inches.
How is the job market in Burniston?
Burniston has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $898. There are 139 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Burniston?
The median home value in Burniston is $350,437. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,168. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Burniston?
50.0% of adults in Burniston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Burniston?
97.1% of residents speak only English at home.