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Clitheroe, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Clitheroe is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 14,765. Elevation: 249 ft (76 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
14,765 Population 59/sq mi density
249 ft Elevation 76 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
52.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$51,905 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$51,905 median income, 2.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.9 / 5.0
$346,274 home value, $1,298/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population14,765
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density59/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,905
Per Capita$51,905
Unemployment2.8%

Housing

C+
Home Value$346,274
Rent$1,298
Ownership77.0%
Housing Units5,906

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain52.4 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation249 ft (76 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.8%
High School+57.0%

Community

Population14,765
Population Density59 / sq mi
Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Coordinates53.8667°, -2.4000°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation52.4 inches (1,332 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$51,905
Median Age48.5 years

About Clitheroe

Clitheroe is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 14,765. The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet (76 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Clitheroe has a population of 14,765 with a density of 59 people per square mile, spread across 250.3 square miles. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.9% female and 49.1% male. The city is predominantly Asian (2.2%), with 1.9% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.2% of residents. 4.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 3.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

14,765
Total Population
59
People / sq mi
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above United Kingdom avg
250.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.2%
25% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 1.8%

Social Characteristics

Clitheroe vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Clitheroe is $51,905, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,905 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $998, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,344 business establishments. 29.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Clitheroe vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$51,905
31% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$51,905
Avg Weekly Wage$998

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)1,344

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.5%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home29.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Clitheroe is $346,274, 23% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,298 (12% above the national average of $1,163). 77.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 5,906 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$346,274
23% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,298
12% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.0%
Owner-Occupied77.0%
Renter-Occupied23.0%
Housing Units5,906

Property Tax

Climate in Clitheroe

Clitheroe has an average annual temperature of 9.2°C (49°F). The hottest month is Aug (15.3°C), the coldest is Jan (3.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1213 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.5°C / 38°F -2.3° / 10.2° 105.4
Feb 4.9°C / 41°F -1.8° / 11.4° 122.3
Mar 5.7°C / 42°F -1.4° / 14.1° 98.3
Apr 7.3°C / 45°F -1.5° / 16.6° 52.5
May 10.9°C / 52°F 3.1° / 19.6° 73.5
Jun 13.7°C / 57°F 5.7° / 23.8° 77.3
Jul 15.3°C / 60°F 8.4° / 26.2° 110.5
Aug 15.3°C / 60°F 7.9° / 24.5° 100.9
Sep 13.2°C / 56°F 5.2° / 22.2° 97.4
Oct 9.9°C / 50°F 3.1° / 16.3° 133.6
Nov 6.6°C / 44°F -1° / 13.6° 107.5
Dec 4.6°C / 40°F -2.3° / 11.1° 133.6
Clitheroe experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below United Kingdom avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days241 days/yr

Geography

Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Area250.3 sq mi (648.1 km²)
Population Density59/sq mi
Coordinates53.8667°N, 2.4000°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.4"
38% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.83"
Driest Month (May) 2.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

40 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 28, 2023.

Feb 27, 2008 1 km NNE of Market Rasen, United Kingdom M4.8 146 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 45 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 45 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 122 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 117 km
Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 52 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 51 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 111 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 115 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 59 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 47 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 43 km
Mar 4, 1990 2 km N of Great Haywood, United Kingdom M3.3 119 km
Oct 23, 2002 0 km WSW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.3 46 km
Feb 20, 1995 England, United Kingdom M3.3 102 km
Feb 10, 1994 2 km NNE of Tregarth, United Kingdom M3.3 133 km
Sep 1, 1999 4 km SSW of Llanfairfechan, United Kingdom M3.3 128 km
Aug 19, 2003 1 km WSW of Finningley, United Kingdom M3.2 101 km
Oct 2, 1999 5 km SSW of Cheadle, United Kingdom M3.2 106 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 5.4 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 3.4 in
March 41°F (5°C) 4.4 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.0 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in Driest
June 55°F (13°C) 3.4 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 58°F (15°C) 4.4 in
September 54°F (12°C) 4.7 in
October 48°F (9°C) 5.6 in
November 42°F (6°C) 5.8 in Wettest
December 39°F (4°C) 5.8 in

Clitheroe has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 37°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.8") and May the driest (2.9").

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39.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 18% above the national average of 33.7%. 57.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.8%
18% above United Kingdom avg
High School+57.0%
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density59/sq mi
Total Area250.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.5%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home29.6%

Schools in Clitheroe

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Edisford Primary School - - - -
Brookside Primary School - - - -
Clitheroe Royal Grammar School Sixth Form Centre - - - -
Clitheroe Pendle Primary School - - - -
St Michael and St John's Roman Catholic Primary School - - - -
St James' Church of England Primary School - - - -
Ribblesdale High School - - - -
Ribblesdale Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Clitheroe

33 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Bolton FM community, local MP3 128 kbps
Hits Radio UK - AAC+ 47 kbps
Beyond Radio - AAC 192 kbps
Capital FM Manchester manchester, pop AAC 48 kbps
Reform Radio music, variety MP3 192 kbps
The Richie Allen Show - MP3
CROP Radio community radio, music MP3 128 kbps
Tameside Radio adult contemporary, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Taiyabah Masjid islamic, masjid MP3 128 kbps
Giants of Jazz Radio classic jazz, jazz MP3 192 kbps
Central Radio North West - MP3 128 kbps
Heart North West 105.4 hot adult contemporary AAC 48 kbps
Radio X Manchester - AAC 48 kbps
OSTM Radio alternative, alternative rock MP3
ALL FM 96.9 community, community radio AAC+
Milestone Radio 70s, 80s AAC 128 kbps
KFM Radio (US) - MP3 128 kbps
Jingle Ark Jingle Jukebox - MP3
OSN Radio Plus - MP3 128 kbps
RibbleFM - MP3
Radio Alty - MP3 192 kbps
Dales Radio - MP3 128 kbps
OC Radio chart, dance AAC 192 kbps
Radio Leyland - MP3 128 kbps
Panacea Radio funk, groove MP3
Bounce Nation Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Gaydio - MP3 320 kbps
Psychedelic Secret radio - MP3 128 kbps
The Buzz Mcr - MP3 128 kbps
KFM Radio multi MP3 128 kbps
LABR Love a Brother Radio 80s, chillout MP3 320 kbps
Radio Broadgreen ac, classic hits MP3 160 kbps
Radio General (Warrington Hospital Radio) - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Clitheroe

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Astley Hall
Bancroft Mill
Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery
British in India
Clitheroe Castle Museum
Gawthorpe Hall
Gawthorpe Textiles Collection
Haworth Art Gallery
Helmshore Mills Textile Museum
Higher Mill
Museum of Local Crafts & Industries
Museum of North Craven Life
Pendle Heritage Centre
Queen Street Mill Textile Museum
Ribchester Roman Museum
Rochdale Pioneers Museum
Settle Station Signal Box
Slaidburn Archive
The Whitaker
Towneley Hall
Whitakers' Mill

Libraries in Clitheroe

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Accrington Library0.0
Barnoldswick Library0.0
Blackburn Central Library0.0
Bromley Cross Library and Children's Centre0.0
Burnley Library0.0
Chatburn Library0.0
Cherry Tree Library0.0
Chorley Central Library0.0
Clayton Green Library0.0
Clayton Green Library0.0
Clayton Library0.0
Clitheroe Library0.0
Coal CLough Library0.0
Colne Library0.0
Community Library0.0
Darwen Library0.0
Haslingden Library0.0
Longridge Library0.0
Nelson Library0.0
Oswaldtwistle Library0.0
Ramsbottom Library0.0
Rawtenstall Library0.0
Rochdale Central Library0.0
Rochdale Central Library0.0
Roman Road Library0.0
Settle Community Library0.0
The Barlow0.0
Whalley Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Clitheroe

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Accrington Market Hall
Admirals market
Blackburn Market
Burnley Market Hall
Chorley Covered Market
Clitheroe Market
Colne Market Hall
Junction 12
Market Hall
Pendle Rise
Rawtenstall Market
Rochdale Indoor Markets
Rochdale Indoor Markets

Hotels in Clitheroe

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Spinning Block

Restaurants in Clitheroe

14 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bowland Brewery
Dilraj
Gio's Deli
Jun Yue
La Pasta
Spinning Block Bistro
The Apricot Meringue
The Emporium
The Kings
The Station
The Three Fishes
Tiger Lounge
Toms Table
Will's Wine Bar & Kitchen

Cafes in Clitheroe

16 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

3c’s
All Aboard
Blueberries
Boiler House Cafe
Bowland Bikes CIC
Brioche
Caffè Nero
Chocolate Works
Colborne House
Exchange Coffee
Ice And Spice
Jungle
Knead & Grind
Maxwell’s Cafe Wine Bar
Moor
The Green Jersey Cycling Club

Cinemas in Clitheroe

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Everyman Cinema

Theatres in Clitheroe

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Grand

Monuments in Clitheroe

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Pinnacle

Castles in Clitheroe

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clitheroe Castle

Clinics in Clitheroe

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clitheroe Health Centre
Rejuvamed
RV Aesthetics

Dentists in Clitheroe

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wellgate Dental Practice

Veterinaries in Clitheroe

3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mearley Veterinary Group
Myerscough Veterinary Group
Pets at Home

Train Stations in Clitheroe

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clitheroe

Bus Stations in Clitheroe

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clitheroe Interchange

Gas Stations in Clitheroe

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Shell

Banks in Clitheroe

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

HSBC UK
Marsden Building Society
Skipton Building Society

Gyms in Clitheroe

4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Absolute Fitness
CrossFit
Flip Side Fitness
Roefield Leisure

Golf Courses in Clitheroe

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clitheroe Golf Course

Breweries in Clitheroe

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cuckoo's Nest
Cuckoo's Nest
Rivington Brewing Co.
Settle Brewery
Three B's Brewery
Thwaites Brewery
Withnell's Lancashire Craft Ales

Stadiums & Teams in Clitheroe

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Clitheroe

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
The Snow Centre Manchester 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chill Factor e 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Clitheroe

42 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Leeds Bradford AirportLBALarge Airport
Liverpool John Lennon AirportLPLLarge Airport
Manchester AirportMANLarge Airport
Blackpool AirportBLKMedium Airport
Hawarden AirportCEGMedium Airport
Warton AerodromeWRTMedium Airport
Arley Airfield-Small Airport
Ash House Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Ashcroft Airfield-Small Airport
Bedlands Gate Airfield-Small Airport
Birds Edge Airstrip-Small Airport
Brook Farm Ultralight Airstrip-Small Airport
Bryn Gates Airfield-Small Airport
Camphill Airfield-Small Airport
Cark airfield-Small Airport
Carr Valley Microlight Airfield-Small Airport
Chipping Airfield-Small Airport
Clotton airstrip UL-Small Airport
Cockerham Airfield-Small Airport
Crosland Moor Airfield-Small Airport
Fern Farm Airstrip UL-Small Airport
Frandley House Airstrip-Small Airport
Hawksview Airstrip-Small Airport
Haydock Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Higher Barn Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Ince Blundell Microlight Airfield-Small Airport
Kenyon Hall Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lartington Moor Airstrip-Small Airport
Manchester Barton Aerodrome-Small Airport
Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Middleton Sands Microlight-Small Airport
Moss Edge Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Oxenhope Airfield-Small Airport
Park Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Pear Tree Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Pilling Sands Microlight-Small Airport
RAF Woodvale-Small Airport
Ravensworth Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Saint Michaels Airfield-Small Airport
Staindrop Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Tarn Farm Airfield (Rossall Field)-Small Airport
Warrington Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Clitheroe

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Clitheroe Post Office

Treatment Centers in Clitheroe

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alimentary Solutions Limited
Clayton Brook Clinic
St Michael's Lodge
The Priory

Churches & Religious Organizations in Clitheroe

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Hallows Church
All Saints
Clitheroe Quakers
Community Church
Saint James
Saint Michael and Saint Johns Church
St Mary Magdalene
St Paul's
The Salvation Army - Clitheroe
The United Reformed Church
Trinity Methodist Church

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 Clitheroe

What is the population of Clitheroe?

Clitheroe has a population of 14,765 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 59 people per square mile, spread across 250.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.9% female and 49.1% male.

Is Clitheroe expensive to live in?

The median household income is $51,905, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $346,274 (23% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,298 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Clitheroe?

Clitheroe has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.4 inches.

How is the job market in Clitheroe?

The job market in Clitheroe is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $998. There are 1,344 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Clitheroe?

The median home value in Clitheroe is $346,274. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,298. The homeownership rate is 77.0%.

How are the schools in Clitheroe?

39.8% of adults in Clitheroe hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 57.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Clitheroe?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Clitheroe is 1.9% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 2.2% Asian. 98.2% of residents speak only English at home. 4.0% of the population are military veterans. 3.8% of residents have a disability.

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