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Chalford, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Chalford is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 6,776. Elevation: 525 ft (160 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
6,776 Population 29/sq mi density
525 ft Elevation 160 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
41.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,032 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$49,032 median income, 3.4% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$440,359 home value, $1,226/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Chalford

Chalford

Chalford is a large village in the Frome Valley of the Cotswolds in Gloucestershire, England. It is to the southeast of Stroud about four miles upstream. It gives its name to Chalford parish, which covers the villages of Chalford, Chalford Hill, France Lynch, Bussage and Brownshill, spread over two square miles of the Cotswold countryside. At this point the valley is also called the Golden Valley.

People

Population6,776
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density29/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,032
Per Capita$49,032
Unemployment3.4%

Housing

D
Home Value$440,359
Rent$1,226
Ownership73.9%
Housing Units2,710

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days220/yr
Elevation525 ft (160 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.7%
High School+55.8%

Community

Population6,776
Population Density29 / sq mi
Elevation525 ft (160 m)
Coordinates51.7258°, -2.1514°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation41.0 inches (1,042 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.0 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$49,032
Median Age47.0 years

About Chalford

Chalford is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 6,776. The city sits at an elevation of 525 feet (160 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Chalford has a population of 6,776 with a density of 29 people per square mile, spread across 237.1 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. The city is predominantly White (3.7%), with 1.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.4% of residents. 4.8% of the population are veterans. 4.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

6,776
Total Population
29
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above United Kingdom avg
237.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.4%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.6%

Social Characteristics

Chalford vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Chalford is $49,032, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,032 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $943, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 617 business establishments. 35.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Chalford vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$49,032
35% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,032
Avg Weekly Wage$943

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)617

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.4%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home35.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Chalford is $440,359, 56% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,226 (5% above the national average of $1,163). 73.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,710 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$440,359
56% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,226
5% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.9%
Owner-Occupied73.9%
Renter-Occupied26.1%
Housing Units2,710

Property Tax

Climate in Chalford

Chalford has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.8°C), the coldest is Jan (4.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 776 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.4°C / 40°F 2.1° / 6.8° 76.9
Feb 4.7°C / 40°F 1.9° / 7.5° 55.4
Mar 6.7°C / 44°F 3.2° / 10.2° 48.7
Apr 9°C / 48°F 4.7° / 13.2° 53.7
May 11.8°C / 53°F 7.5° / 16.2° 55.6
Jun 14.8°C / 59°F 10.4° / 19.2° 55.7
Jul 16.8°C / 62°F 12.3° / 21.4° 61.2
Aug 16.6°C / 62°F 12.3° / 21° 66.2
Sep 14.2°C / 58°F 10.2° / 18.3° 54.2
Oct 10.9°C / 52°F 7.8° / 14° 86.5
Nov 7.3°C / 45°F 4.7° / 9.9° 83.2
Dec 4.8°C / 41°F 2.5° / 7° 79.0
Chalford experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 525 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days220 days/yr

Geography

Elevation525 ft (160 m)
Area237.1 sq mi (614.0 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates51.7258°N, 2.1514°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.0"
8% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 3.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.78"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

52 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 88 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 87 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 96 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 M4.1 145 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 72 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 126 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 148 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 48 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 91 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 133 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 100 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 91 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 75 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 147 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 76 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 123 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 70 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 67 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 97 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 149 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 3.5 in
February 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in Coldest
March 42°F (6°C) 2.8 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.8 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in
December 40°F (5°C) 3.8 in Wettest

Chalford has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (2.2").

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38.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 15% above the national average of 33.7%. 55.8% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.7%
15% above United Kingdom avg
High School+55.8%
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density29/sq mi
Total Area237.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.4%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home35.0%

Schools in Chalford

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bussage Church of England Primary School
Christchurch Primary School
Eastcombe Primary School
Oakridge Parochial School
Thomas Keble School
Chalford Hill Primary School
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Radio Stations near Chalford

27 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Mystery Train Radio americana, blues AAC 192 kbps
SOUL RADIO Only Classic Soul 50s, 60s AAC+ 192 kbps
Incapable Staircase ambient, disco MP3 128 kbps
SWU FM dnb, drum and bass MP3 128 kbps
Vibe Central Radio club, club dance MP3 320 kbps
Heart Bristol pop music AAC 48 kbps
Noods Radio MP3 192 kbps
BBC Radio Bristol bbc, bristol UNKNOWN
LASER558 MP3 128 kbps
BCfm 93.2 bristol, rock MP3 128 kbps
POP DAB pop MP3 128 kbps
HearMe - 1990s pop music 1990s pop music MP3
BBC Radio Hereford and Worcester UNKNOWN
Malvern Radio International - Pumpkin FM classical baroque, classical music MP3 128 kbps
Radio Groovy MP3 128 kbps
RAM FM - 80s Hit Radio 80s MP3 320 kbps
Cotswold Hospital Radio MP3 96 kbps
Dean Radio local radio, pop MP3 128 kbps
Thornbury Radio MP3 192 kbps
itisnow Radio MP3 128 kbps
Somervalley fm community radio, local station MP3 192 kbps
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
WIDE Radio club, dance MP3
Grey Clay Radio ambient, dark ambient MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Chalford

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Arcade Archive
Athelstan Museum
Chedworth Roman Villa museum
Cirencester Air Raid Shelter
Corinium Museum
Discovery Centre, Museum of Gloucester
Dunkirk Mill Museum
Dursley Heritage Centre
Gloucester Waterways Museum
Hailes Abbey
Holst Victorian House
Jet Age Museum
Museum of Gloucester
REME Museum
RMC: The Cave
Royal Wottoon Bassett Museum
Soldiers of Gloucestershire
Tetbury Police Museum & Courtroom
The Brimpsfield Telephone Kiosk
The Bugatti Trust Museum & Study Centre
The Folk of Gloucester
The Museum in the Park
The Wilson
Winchcombe Museum
Winchcombe Railway Museum
Wotton-under-Edge Heritage Centre

Libraries in Chalford

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bishops Cleeve Library0.0
Brockworth Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Charlton Kings Library and Children's Centre0.0
Cheltenham Children's Library0.0
Chipping Sodbury Library0.0
Churchdown Library0.0
Cirencester Library0.0
Gloucester Library0.0
Gloucester Library0.0
Hesters Way Library0.0
Hucclecote Library0.0
Lending Library0.0
LIbrary (L) Block0.0
Longlevens Library0.0
Lyneham Library0.0
Malmesbury Library0.0
Matson Library0.0
Minchinhampton Community Library0.0
Nailsworth Library0.0
Painswick Community Library0.0
Park Campus Library0.0
Prestbury Library0.0
Quedgeley Library0.0
Stonehouse Library0.0
Stroud Library0.0
Tetbury Library0.0
The Library0.0
The Library0.0
Tuffley Library0.0
Up Hatherley Library & Children's Centre0.0
Winchcombe Library0.0
Wootton Bassett Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Chalford

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cirencester Markets
Cornhill (Farmer's Market)
Eastgate Market Hall
Hempstead Meadows

Hotels in Chalford

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Crown Inn

Cafes in Chalford

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Glider Cafe
Jolly Nice
Jolly Nice Cafe
Lavender Bakehouse
Pudney Pie Cafe

Gas Stations in Chalford

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Murco

Gyms in Chalford

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

True Function

Breweries in Chalford

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Battledown Brewing Co
Cotswold Lakes Brew Co.
DEYA Brewing Company
Gloucester Brewery and Taproom
Stroud Brewery
The Fresh Standard

Stadiums & Teams in Chalford

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Chalford

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
South Wilts Ski Club 0.0 $0
Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre 0.0 $0

Airports Near Chalford

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birmingham AirportBHXLarge Airport
Bristol AirportBRSLarge Airport
Coventry AirportCVTMedium Airport
Gloucestershire AirportGLOMedium Airport
MoD Boscombe DownMedium Airport
RAF Brize NortonBZZMedium Airport
RAF FairfordFFDMedium Airport
RNAS YeoviltonYEOMedium Airport
Allensmore AirfieldSmall Airport
Arden Heath Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Aston Down AirfieldSmall Airport
Avon Lane AirfieldSmall Airport
Badminton AirfieldSmall Airport
Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Bericote Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Berrow AirstripSmall Airport
Bidford AirfieldSmall Airport
Biss Brook Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bossington AirstripSmall Airport
Bowden Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bowerchalke AirfieldSmall Airport
Bowldown Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brine Pits Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bristol and Gloucestershire Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Broadmeadow Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brown Shutters Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Calcot AirfieldSmall Airport
Camp Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Chalk Pyt Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Charlton Park AirstripSmall Airport
Charmy Down AirstripSmall Airport
Chase Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Chilbolton AirfieldSmall Airport
Clench Common AirfieldSmall Airport
Clutton Hill AirstripSmall Airport
Colliers Elm Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Compton Chamberlayne AirstripSmall Airport
Cornbury House AirstripSmall Airport
Cotswold AirportGBASmall Airport
Craysmarsh AirstripSmall Airport
Croft Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Crumpton Oaks Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Curry Rivel AirstripSmall Airport
Denford Manor AirstripSmall Airport
Deptford 'Farm' AirstripSmall Airport
Deptford AirstripSmall Airport
Devizes AirstripSmall Airport
Draycot Farm AerodromeSmall Airport
Edington Private AirstripSmall Airport
Enstone AerodromeSmall Airport

Post Offices in Chalford

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Eastcombe Post Office
Oakridge Lynch Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chalford

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chalford Baptist Church
Christ Church, Chalford
Eastcombe Baptist Church
Saint Bartholomew
Saint Luke
Saint Michael & All Angels Church, Bussage
St Augustine of Canterbury
St John The Baptist

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 Chalford

What is the population of Chalford?

Chalford has a population of 6,776 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 29 people per square mile, spread across 237.1 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 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Chalford expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,032, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $440,359 (56% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,226 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Chalford?

Chalford has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 41.0 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Chalford?

Chalford has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $943. There are 617 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Chalford?

The median home value in Chalford is $440,359. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,226. The homeownership rate is 73.9%.

How are the schools in Chalford?

38.7% of adults in Chalford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 55.8% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Chalford?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Chalford is 3.7% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 1.4% Asian. 97.4% of residents speak only English at home. 4.8% of the population are military veterans. 4.2% of residents have a disability.

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