Chickerell, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Chickerell is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,966. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
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About Chickerell
Chickerell is a town and parish in south Dorset, England, situated 2 miles (3 km) north-west of Weymouth. In the 2021 census the parish had a population of 6,283. The parish includes the Charlestown neighbourhood and Buckland Ripers hamlet.
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| Population | 2,966 |
| Population Density | 415 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.6243°, -2.5028° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.7 inches (779 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $47,577 |
| Median Age | 51.5 years |
About Chickerell
Chickerell is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,966. The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet (29 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Chickerell vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Chickerell vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,577 |
| 37% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $47,577 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $915 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 270 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 53.9% |
| Public Transit | 1.6% |
| Work from Home | 28.2% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $424,950 |
| 51% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,189 |
| 2% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 71.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 28.7% |
| Housing Units | 1,186 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.5°F |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Area | 7.1 sq mi (18.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 415/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.6243°N, 2.5028°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | — | 38 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 3.5 in |
Chickerell has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 42°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 30.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (1.8").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 31.5% |
| 7% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 49.1% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 415/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 53.9% |
| Public Transit | 1.6% |
| Work from Home | 28.2% |
Schools in Chickerell
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chickerell Primary Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Budmouth Academy Weymouth | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Chickerell
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weymouth Rocks (Medium Bitrate) | punk, rock | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Abbey104 | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Wimborne | community radio station | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Ninesprings | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Alfred | community news | MP3 160 kbps | |
| 10 Radio 105.3 - Wiveliscombe | community radio, somerset | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Chickerell
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaminster Museum | ||||
| Castletown D-Day Centre | ||||
| Dinosaur Museum | ||||
| Dorset Museum | ||||
| Mill House Cider Museum | ||||
| Nothe Fort | ||||
| Portland Museum | ||||
| Terracotta Warriors Museum | ||||
| The Keep Military Museum | ||||
| The Teddy Bear Museum | ||||
| The Tutankhamun Exhibition | ||||
| Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum | ||||
| Tudor House | ||||
| Weymouth Museum | ||||
| Weymouth Museum |
Libraries in Chickerell
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaminster Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burton Bradstock Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chickerell Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crossways Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dorchester Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Littlemoor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Puddletown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Weymouth Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chickerell
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Market | |||||
| Rise Market And Bakery |
Hotels in Chickerell
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Chickerell
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Chickerell
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chickerell
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Chickerell
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Chickerell
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorset Brewing Company | ||||
| Dorset Brewing Company | ||||
| Dorset Piddle Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Chickerell
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Chickerell
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 Chickerell
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth Airport | BOH | Medium Airport |
| RNAS Yeovilton | YEO | Medium 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 |
| Branscombe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Chalk Pyt Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Clutton Hill Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Compton Abbas Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Compton Chamberlayne Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Craysmarsh 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 |
| 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 |
| Langport Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lower Manor Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lower Withial Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lower-Durston Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lydeway Field | — | Small Airport |
| Manor Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Melbury Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Middle Chinnock Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Middle Pymore Farm Airstrip (Private) | — | Small Airport |
| Middlegate Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Middlezoy Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Netheravon Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Newton Peveril Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Old Sarum Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Orchardleigh Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| RAF Keevil | — | Small Airport |
| Ranston Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| RNAS Merryfield | — | Small Airport |
| Spire-View Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Chickerell
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chickerell Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Chickerell
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Reach West |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chickerell
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chickerell Methodist Church | |
| Fleet Old Church | |
| Holy Trinity | |
| Prayer House | |
| St Laurence | |
| St Mary | |
| St Nicholas | |
| Weymouth Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Chickerell?
Chickerell has a population of 2,966 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 415 people per square mile, spread across 7.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.6% male.
Is Chickerell expensive to live in?
The median household income is $47,577, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $424,950 (51% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,189 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Chickerell?
Chickerell has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.7 inches.
How is the job market in Chickerell?
Chickerell has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $915. There are 270 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Chickerell?
The median home value in Chickerell is $424,950. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,189. The homeownership rate is 71.4%.
How are the schools in Chickerell?
31.5% of adults in Chickerell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.1% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Chickerell?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Chickerell is 2.9% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.4% Asian. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 7.1% of the population are military veterans. 5.1% of residents have a disability.
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