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Cheddar, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Cheddar is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 5,199. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
5,199 Population 387/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
52.1 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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About Cheddar

Cheddar

Cheddar is a large village and civil parish in the English county of Somerset. It is situated on the southern edge of the Mendip Hills, 9 miles (14 km) north-west of Wells, 11 miles (18 km) south-east of Weston-super-Mare and 18 miles (29 km) south-west of Bristol. The civil parish includes the hamlets of Nyland and Bradley Cross. The parish had a population of 5,755 in 2011 and an acreage of 8,592 acres (3,477 ha) as of 1961.

People

Population5,199
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density387/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 Units2,080

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

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

Community

Population5,199
Population Density387 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates51.2754°, -2.7766°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation52.1 inches (1,323 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.4 inches (6 cm)
Median Household Income$46,074
Median Age47.0 years

About Cheddar

Cheddar is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 5,199. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Cheddar has a population of 5,199 with a density of 387 people per square mile, spread across 13.4 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

5,199
Total Population
387
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above United Kingdom avg
13.4mi²
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

Cheddar vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Cheddar 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 473 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cheddar 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)473

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Cheddar 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 2,080 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 Units2,080

Property Tax

Cheddar experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below United Kingdom avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area13.4 sq mi (34.8 km²)
Population Density387/sq mi
Coordinates51.2754°N, 2.7766°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.1"
37% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 2.4"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.98"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 145 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 116 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 82 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 90 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 97 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 137 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 138 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 114 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 25 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 25 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 45 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 146 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 43 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 58 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 65 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 39 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 119 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 55 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 144 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 63 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 - 88 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in
February 40°F (5°C) 2.7 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 3.0 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.5 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
December 42°F (6°C) 4.0 in Wettest

Cheddar has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.0") and April the driest (2.2").

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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 Density387/sq mi
Total Area13.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Cheddar

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Fairlands Middle School - - - -
Cheddar First School - - - -
The Kings of Wessex Academy - - - -
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Radio Stations near Cheddar

20 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
Dance Classics UK 90s, dance AAC 192 kbps
Heart Bristol pop music AAC 48 kbps
Noods Radio - MP3 192 kbps
BBC Radio Bristol bbc, bristol UNKNOWN
Rage FM drum and bass, hardcore MP3 128 kbps
BCfm 93.2 bristol, rock MP3 128 kbps
HearMe - 1990s pop music 1990s pop music MP3
Wave Community Radio - MP3 128 kbps
WIDE Radio club, dance MP3
100% Whatever Westcountry - MP3
Crystal Love Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Somervalley fm community radio, local station MP3 192 kbps
10 Radio 105.3 - Wiveliscombe community radio, somerset MP3 128 kbps
CruiseOne Radio electronic, indie MP3 256 kbps
Ujima Radio african music, blues MP3 128 kbps
Radio Wigwam indie rock MP3
Thornbury Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Radio Ninesprings - MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Cheddar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aerospace Bristol
Aerospace Bristol
Blagdon Pumping Station & Visitor Centre
Blaise Castle House Museum
Blaise Castle House Museum
Blaise Hamlet
Blaise Hamlet
Blaise Museum - Kingsweston Roman Villa
Blaise Museum - Kingsweston Roman Villa
Brick & Tile Museum
Bristol City Museum & Art Gallery
Bristol City Museum & Art Gallery
Cave Diving Museum
Clevedon Pier Shop
Clifton Suspension Bridge Visitor Centre
Clifton Suspension Bridge Visitor Centre
Frenchay Village Museum
Frenchay Village Museum
Garden Welcome Centre
Garden Welcome Centre
Georgian House Museum
Georgian House Museum
Glastonbury Abbey
Glastonbury Tribunal
Glenside Hospital Museum
Glenside Hospital Museum
Haynes International Motor Museum
History of Video Games
History of Video Games
King John's Hunting Lodge;King John's Hunting Lodge (Axbridge Museum)
KSC
KSC
Lambretta Museum
M Shed
M Shed
Maritime Heritage Museum
Maritime Heritage Museum
Muller House
Muller House
Museum of Prehistory
Oakham Treasures
Oakham Treasures
Oakham Treasures
Oakham Treasures
Palestine Museum & Cultural Centre
Palestine Museum & Cultural Centre
Paper Making Museum
Sandford Station Railway Heritage Centre
Sea Mills 100 Museum
Sea Mills 100 Museum
Somerset Rural Life Museum
SS Great Britain Museum
SS Great Britain Museum
The Admiral Blake Museum
The George Müller Museum
The George Müller Museum
The Helicopter Museum
The Helicopter Museum
The Red Lodge Museum
The Red Lodge Museum
We The Curious
We The Curious
Webbington Farm
Wells Museum
Weston Museum
Westonzoyland Pumping Station Museum

Libraries in Cheddar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Arts & Social Sciences Library0.0
Aston Collection0.0
Aston Collection0.0
Avonmouth Library & Community Centre0.0
Bedminster Library0.0
Bishopston Library0.0
Bishopsworth Library0.0
Bridgwater Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Cheddar Library0.0
Chemistry Library0.0
Chemistry Library0.0
Chew Valley Library0.0
Clevedon Library0.0
Clifton Library0.0
Congresbury Community Library0.0
D0.0
Filton Library0.0
Fishponds Library0.0
Frenchay Campus Library0.0
Frenchay Campus Library0.0
Hartcliffe Library0.0
Henbury Library0.0
Henleaze Library0.0
Horfield Library0.0
Junction 3 Library & Learning Centre0.0
Knowle Library0.0
Knowle Library0.0
Langport Library0.0
Library Hub0.0
Marksbury Road Library0.0
Nailsea Library0.0
North Petherton Community Library0.0
Pill Library & Childrens' Centre0.0
Portishead Library0.0
Queen's Building Library0.0
Queen's Building Library0.0
Redland Library0.0
Sea Mills Library0.0
Shirehampton Library0.0
Shirehampton Library0.0
Somerset County Council-Highways Depot0.0
Somerton Community Library0.0
Southmead Library0.0
Southmead Library0.0
St George Library0.0
St Pauls Library0.0
St Pauls Library0.0
Stockwood Library0.0
Street Library0.0
Wells Library0.0
Westbury Library0.0
Weston-super-Mare Town Library0.0
Whitchurch Library0.0
Wick Road Library0.0
Wills Memorial Library0.0
Wills Memorial Library0.0
Winscombe Library0.0
Worle Childrens Centre and Library0.0
Xenia0.0
Yatton Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Cheddar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bristol Fruit Market
Saint Nicholas Market
Temple Quay Market
The Covered Market
The Harbourside Market
Tobacco Factory Market
Waitrose Piazza
Wells Market [We & Sa]
Whitchurch Car Boot Sale
Whiteladies Road Farmers' Market

Restaurants in Cheddar

8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

100 Flavours
La Rocca
Rasoi
Riverside
Souvlike
Spice Cottage
Tuckers
Zen Thai

Cafes in Cheddar

12 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Café Gorge
Coffee At The Hub
Edelweiss
Genuine Cheddar
Gough's Café
Holly House Tea Rooms
Lion Rock Tearooms
Rockface
Simply Gorgeous
The Mousehole Cafe & Restaurant
Village Café and Bakery
Waterfall Cafe & Ice Creams

Veterinaries in Cheddar

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Axe Valley Vets

Gas Stations in Cheddar

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cheddar Motors
Crossroads

Breweries in Cheddar

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Alpha Bottle Shop & Tap
Arbor
Basement Beer
Bristol Beer Factory
Butcombe Brewery
Cheddar Ales
Cheddar Ales
Clevedon Micro Brewey
Dawkins
Fierce & Noble
Good Chemistry Brewery
Hop Union Brewery
Left Handed Giant Brewery & Taproom
Left Handed Giant Brewpub
Little Giant Brewery
Little Martha Brewing
Lost & Grounded Brewers
Moor Beer Company
New Bristol Brewery
Newtown Park
Psychopomp
Wiper & True Barrel Store
Wiper and True Taproom, Old Market

Stadiums & Teams in Cheddar

TeamLeagueDivision
Ashton Gate Stadium
Bristol County Ground
Bristol Manor Farm Football Club
Memorial Stadium
Winford

Ski Resorts Near Cheddar

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Warmwell Snowsport Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Cheddar

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bristol AirportBRSLarge Airport
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
Exeter International AirportEXTMedium Airport
Gloucestershire AirportGLOMedium Airport
MOD St Athan-Medium Airport
RNAS YeoviltonYEOMedium Airport
Abergavenny Airstrip-Small Airport
Allensmore Airfield-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
Berrow Airstrip-Small Airport
Biss Brook Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bowldown Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Branscombe Airfield-Small Airport
Bristol and Gloucestershire Gliding Club-Small Airport
Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Charlton Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Charmy Down Airstrip-Small Airport
Chase Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Clutton Hill Airstrip-Small Airport
Colliers Elm Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Compton Abbas Aerodrome-Small Airport
Cotswold AirportGBASmall Airport
Craysmarsh Airstrip-Small Airport
Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Curry Rivel 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
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
Ledbury Airfield-Small Airport
Llangarron Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower Manor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Cheddar

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Cheddar Post Office

Treatment Centers in Cheddar

16 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bristol Adult Cystic Fibrosis Centre
Bristol Breast Care Centre
Bristol Eye Hospital Assessment Clinic
Bristol Physiotherapy Sports Injury Clinic#
BSDAS
Bupa Health Centre
Core Strength Studios
Granby Clinic
Hyperbaric Oxygen Heaven
NGS Macmillan Wellbeing Centre
Nuffield Health
Portbury Medical Centre
Prime Endoscopy Bristol
The Harbourside Therapy Rooms
The Homeless Health Service
The Medical

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cheddar

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cheddar Baptist Church
Cheddar Methodist Church
Cheddar Valley Community Church
Our Lady Queen of Apostles
St Andrews, Cheddar

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 Cheddar

What is the population of Cheddar?

Cheddar has a population of 5,199 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 387 people per square mile, spread across 13.4 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 Cheddar 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 Cheddar?

Cheddar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.1 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Cheddar?

Cheddar 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 473 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Cheddar?

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

How are the schools in Cheddar?

50.0% of adults in Cheddar 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 Cheddar?

95.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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