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Castle Cary, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Castle Cary is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 3,232. Elevation: 299 ft (91 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
3,232 Population 2/sq mi density
299 ft Elevation 91 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
43.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$46,074 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$46,074 median income, 3.9% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$354,599 home value, $1,152/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population3,232
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,074
Per Capita$46,074
Unemployment3.9%

Housing

C
Home Value$354,599
Rent$1,152
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units1,293

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation299 ft (91 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population3,232
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation299 ft (91 m)
Coordinates51.0900°, -2.5142°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation43.6 inches (1,108 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)
Median Household Income$46,074
Median Age47.0 years

About Castle Cary

Castle Cary is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 3,232. The city sits at an elevation of 299 feet (91 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Castle Cary has a population of 3,232 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,596.6 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.4% of residents.

Population

3,232
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above United Kingdom avg
1,596.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.4%
22% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 4.6%

Social Characteristics

Castle Cary vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Castle Cary is $46,074, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,074 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $886, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 294 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Castle Cary vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,074
39% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$46,074
Avg Weekly Wage$886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)294

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Castle Cary is $354,599, 26% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,152 (1% below the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,293 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$354,599
26% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,152
1% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units1,293

Property Tax

Castle Cary experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 299 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Geography

Elevation299 ft (91 m)
Area1,596.6 sq mi (4,135.2 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates51.0900°N, 2.5142°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.6"
15% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 4.1"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.35"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

37 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 140 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 M4.3 117 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 119 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 146 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 120 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 33 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 33 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 67 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 85 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 70 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 91 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 66 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 144 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 82 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 70 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 33 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 120 km
Sep 17, 1993 3 km S of Leominster, United Kingdom M3.2 124 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 95 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2011 PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND Avalanche 0.4 m — 74 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.0 in Driest
May 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.0 in
August 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
November 46°F (8°C) 2.9 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in Wettest

Castle Cary has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 40°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 30.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.4") and April the driest (2.0").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area1,596.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Castle Cary

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ansford Academy — — — —
Castle Cary Community Primary School — — — —
Lovington Church of England Primary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Castle Cary

21 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
SOUL RADIO Only Classic Soul 50s, 60s AAC+ 192 kbps
SWU FM dnb, drum and bass MP3 128 kbps
Heart Bristol pop music AAC 48 kbps
Noods Radio — MP3 192 kbps
BCfm 93.2 bristol, rock MP3 128 kbps
BFBS Blandford — AAC+ 64 kbps
BBC Radio Bristol bbc, bristol UNKNOWN
WIDE Radio club, dance MP3
Ujima Radio african music, blues MP3 128 kbps
CruiseOne Radio electronic, indie MP3 256 kbps
Crystal Love Radio — MP3 128 kbps
Frome FM 96.6 community radio, frome MP3 120 kbps
Weymouth Rocks (Medium Bitrate) punk, rock AAC 48 kbps
Wave Community Radio — MP3 128 kbps
100% Whatever Westcountry — MP3
Somervalley fm community radio, local station MP3 192 kbps
10 Radio 105.3 - Wiveliscombe community radio, somerset MP3 128 kbps
Alfred community news MP3 160 kbps
Radio Ninesprings — MP3 256 kbps
Radio Wimborne community radio station MP3 320 kbps
Abbey104 — MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Castle Cary

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Blagdon Pumping Station & Visitor Centre
Bruton Museum
Cave Diving Museum
Cobham Hall
Collonade
Fleet Air Arm Museum
Frome Museum
Gillingham Museum
Glastonbury Abbey
Glastonbury Tribunal
Haynes International Motor Museum
Ilchester Museum
Mere Museum
Montacute TV Radio & Toy Museum
Paper Making Museum
Radstock Museum
Roman Villa Museum
Sherborne Museum
Sherborne Steam & Waterwheel Centre
Somerset Rural Life Museum
South Somerset Heritage Collection
Stour Micro Museum
Sturminster Museum
Villa Ventorum
Visit Hillbrush
Wells Museum
Westwood Manor

Libraries in Castle Cary

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
amcar0.0
Bruton Community Library0.0
Chew Valley Library0.0
Frome Library0.0
Gillingham Library0.0
Library Hub0.0
Mere Library0.0
Milborne Port Library0.0
Radstock Library0.0
Sherborne Library0.0
Somerton Community Library0.0
Stalbridge Library0.0
Street Library0.0
Sturminster Newton Library0.0
The Hub0.0
Wells Library0.0
Yeovil Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Castle Cary

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Wells Market [We & Sa]

Hotels in Castle Cary

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The George Hotel

Restaurants in Castle Cary

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Miah's Castle
The Bakehouse
The Pilgrims Restaurant

Cafes in Castle Cary

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Burnt Honey
Garden Café

Monuments in Castle Cary

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Roundhouse

Veterinaries in Castle Cary

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Delware

Train Stations in Castle Cary

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Castle Cary

Gas Stations in Castle Cary

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #12463716137
Harvest Energy

Golf Courses in Castle Cary

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wheathill Golf Club

Breweries in Castle Cary

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Broadoak Cider
Somerset Cider Solutions

Stadiums & Teams in Castle Cary

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Castle Cary

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Warmwell Snowsport Centre 0.0 — — $0 — — —
South Wilts Ski Club 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Castle Cary

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bristol AirportBRSLarge Airport
Bournemouth AirportBOHMedium Airport
RAF FairfordFFDMedium Airport
RNAS YeoviltonYEOMedium Airport
Abergavenny Airstrip—Small Airport
Aston Down Airfield—Small Airport
Avon Lane Airfield—Small Airport
Badminton Airfield—Small Airport
Bagber Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Batch End Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club—Small Airport
Biss Brook Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bowerchalke Airfield—Small Airport
Bowerswaine Farm Airfield—Small Airport
Bowldown Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Branscombe Airfield—Small Airport
Bristol and Gloucestershire Gliding Club—Small Airport
Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Calcot Airfield—Small Airport
Chalk Pyt Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Charlton Park Airstrip—Small Airport
Charmy Down Airstrip—Small Airport
Chase Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Clutton Hill Airstrip—Small Airport
Compton Abbas Aerodrome—Small Airport
Compton Chamberlayne Airstrip—Small Airport
Cotswold AirportGBASmall Airport
Craysmarsh Airstrip—Small Airport
Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Curry Rivel Airstrip—Small Airport
Deptford 'Farm' Airstrip—Small Airport
Deptford Airstrip—Small Airport
Devizes Airstrip—Small Airport
Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field)—Small Airport
Dunkeswell Airfield—Small Airport
Edington Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Farway Common Airfield—Small Airport
Garston Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Godney Airstrip—Small Airport
Great House Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Gutchpool Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Halesland Glider Field—Small Airport
Henstridge Airfield—Small Airport
Hermitage Airstrip—Small Airport
Heywood Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Kemeys Commander Airstrip—Small Airport
Langley House Airstrip—Small Airport
Langport Airstrip—Small Airport
Lower Manor Farm Airstrip—Small Airport

Post Offices in Castle Cary

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Castle Cary Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Castle Cary

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Alhampton Mission Church
All Saints
All Saints
St Andrew
St Thomas A Becket

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 Castle Cary

What is the population of Castle Cary?

Castle Cary has a population of 3,232 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,596.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Castle Cary expensive to live in?

The median household income is $46,074, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $354,599 (26% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,152 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Castle Cary?

Castle Cary has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 43.6 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Castle Cary?

Castle Cary has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $886. There are 294 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Castle Cary?

The median home value in Castle Cary is $354,599. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,152. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Castle Cary?

50.0% of adults in Castle Cary 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 Castle Cary?

95.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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