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Colne, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Colne is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 20,118. Elevation: 627 ft (191 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
20,118 Population 259/sq mi density
627 ft Elevation 191 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
50.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$38,515 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$38,515 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$174,832 home value, $963/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population20,118
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density259/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 5%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$38,515
Per Capita$38,515
Unemployment5.7%

Housing

A
Home Value$174,832
Rent$963
Ownership65.2%
Housing Units8,047

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain50.0 in/yr
Sunny Days245/yr
Elevation627 ft (191 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+42.0%

Community

Population20,118
Population Density259 / sq mi
Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Coordinates53.8571°, -2.1685°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation50.0 inches (1,271 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$38,515
Median Age39.3 years

About Colne

Colne is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 20,118. The city sits at an elevation of 627 feet (191 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Colne has a population of 20,118 with a density of 259 people per square mile, spread across 77.5 square miles. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly Asian (26.9%), with 4.9% White, 1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 85.9% of residents. 3.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 5.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

20,118
Total Population
259
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above United Kingdom avg
77.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 85.9%
9% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 14.1%

Social Characteristics

Colne vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Colne is $38,515, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,515. The average weekly wage is $741, 48% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,831 business establishments. 18.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Colne vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$38,515
49% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$38,515
Avg Weekly Wage$741

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)1,831

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.7%
Public Transit3.4%
Work from Home18.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Colne is $174,832, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $963 (17% below the national average of $1,163). 65.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 8,047 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,832
38% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$963
17% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.2%
Owner-Occupied65.2%
Renter-Occupied34.8%
Housing Units8,047

Property Tax

Climate in Colne

Colne has an average annual temperature of 8.7°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (15°C), the coldest is Jan (2.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1065 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 2.9°C / 37°F -3.9° / 10.2° 83.5
Feb 4.3°C / 40°F -3.2° / 11.7° 95.4
Mar 5.2°C / 41°F -2.5° / 14.6° 80.6
Apr 6.7°C / 44°F -2.4° / 16.8° 48.7
May 10.4°C / 51°F 2.1° / 19.7° 73.0
Jun 13.3°C / 56°F 4.6° / 24° 76.4
Jul 15°C / 59°F 7.2° / 26.6° 102.0
Aug 14.9°C / 59°F 6.9° / 24.7° 84.4
Sep 12.6°C / 55°F 3.8° / 22.4° 89.7
Oct 9.2°C / 49°F 1.5° / 16.6° 122.3
Nov 5.9°C / 43°F -2° / 13.3° 95.5
Dec 4°C / 39°F -2.9° / 10.8° 113.9
Colne experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 245 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 627 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days245 days/yr

Geography

Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Area77.5 sq mi (200.8 km²)
Population Density259/sq mi
Coordinates53.8571°N, 2.1685°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.0"
32% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.47"
Driest Month (May) 2.83"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

45 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 M4.8 149 km
Feb 27, 2008 1 km NNE of Market Rasen, United Kingdom M4.8 131 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 42 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 142 km
Jun 9, 2018 7 km NNE of Withernsea, United Kingdom M4.1 147 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 129 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 41 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 125 km
Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 65 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 44 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 104 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 113 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 48 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 43 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 34 km
Oct 23, 2002 0 km WSW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.3 42 km
Mar 4, 1990 2 km N of Great Haywood, United Kingdom M3.3 115 km
Feb 10, 1994 2 km NNE of Tregarth, United Kingdom M3.3 145 km
Feb 20, 1995 England, United Kingdom M3.3 99 km
Sep 1, 1999 4 km SSW of Llanfairfechan, United Kingdom M3.3 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 5.2 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 3.4 in
March 41°F (5°C) 4.2 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.0 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in Driest
June 55°F (13°C) 3.3 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 58°F (15°C) 4.2 in
September 54°F (12°C) 4.4 in
October 48°F (9°C) 5.2 in
November 43°F (6°C) 5.5 in Wettest
December 39°F (4°C) 5.5 in

Colne has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 38°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.5") and May the driest (2.8").

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25.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 25% below the national average of 33.7%. 42.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below United Kingdom avg
High School+42.0%
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density259/sq mi
Total Area77.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.7%
Public Transit3.4%
Work from Home18.8%

Schools in Colne

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Colne Primet Academy - - - -
West Street Community Primary School - - - -
Lord Street Primary School - - - -
Park Primary School - - - -
Trawden Forest Primary School - - - -
Laneshaw Bridge Primary School - - - -
Sacred Heart Roman Catholic Primary School - - - -
Colne Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School - - - -
Colne Primet Primary School - - - -
Colne Park High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Colne

31 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Bolton FM community, local MP3 128 kbps
Hits Radio UK - AAC+ 47 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
Heart North West 105.4 hot adult contemporary AAC 48 kbps
SD Radio dance, dnb MP3 128 kbps
Radio X Manchester - AAC 48 kbps
OSTM Radio alternative, alternative rock MP3
ALL FM 96.9 community, community radio AAC+
KFM Radio (US) - MP3 128 kbps
Jingle Ark Jingle Jukebox - MP3
Drystone Radio - MP3
OSN Radio Plus - MP3 128 kbps
RibbleFM - MP3
Radio Alty - MP3 192 kbps
HearMe - trance trance MP3
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 General (Warrington Hospital Radio) - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Colne

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bancroft Mill
British in India
Bronte Parsonage Museum
Clitheroe Castle Museum
Craven Museum
Engine Shed
Folk Museum
Gawthorpe Hall
Gawthorpe Textiles Collection
Haworth Art Gallery
Helmshore Mills Textile Museum
Heptonstall Museum
Higher Mill
Museum of Local Crafts & Industries
Museum of North Craven Life
Pendle Heritage Centre
Queen Street Mill Textile Museum
Rochdale Pioneers Museum
Settle Station Signal Box
The Aisled Barn
The Whitaker
Touchstones
Towneley Hall
Whitakers' Mill

Libraries in Colne

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Accrington Library0.0
Barnoldswick Library0.0
Burnley Library0.0
Chatburn Library0.0
Clayton Library0.0
Clitheroe Library0.0
Coal CLough Library0.0
Colne Library0.0
Community Library0.0
Earby Library0.0
Gargrave & Malhamdale Community Library0.0
Grassington Hub & Community Library0.0
Haslingden Library0.0
Hebden Bridge Library0.0
Nelson Library0.0
Oswaldtwistle Library0.0
Ramsbottom Library0.0
Rawtenstall Library0.0
Rochdale Central Library0.0
Rochdale Central Library0.0
Settle Community Library0.0
Skipton Library0.0
Smallbridge Library0.0
The Barlow0.0
Todmorden Library0.0
Tottington Centre0.0
Trawden Community Library0.0
Walsden Library0.0
Wardle Library0.0
Whalley Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Colne

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

Restaurants in Colne

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banny's Fish & Chips
Carlo's
Jim's Vegetarian Restaurant
Olives Bistro & Mediterranean
Tubbs of Colne

Cafes in Colne

6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

About Coffee Ltd
Craft Centre and tea room
Lakeside Cafe
Pendle Kitchen at the arcade
Teas To Please
The Pavilion Cafe

Theatres in Colne

2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pendle Hippodrome
The Muni

Monuments in Colne

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Atom

Castles in Colne

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Castercliff

Dentists in Colne

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

My Dentist

Veterinaries in Colne

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Stanley House Veterinary Surgery

Train Stations in Colne

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Colne

Bus Stations in Colne

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Colne Bus Station

Gas Stations in Colne

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

EG On the Move
Sainsbury's

Banks in Colne

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Marsden Building Society

Gyms in Colne

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Intershape Fitness

Breweries in Colne

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
3 Valleys Brewery
Carleton Brewery
Copper Dragon
Copper Dragon Brewery
Craven Brew
Dark Horse Brewery
Eagle's Crag Brewery
Little Valley Brewery
Recoil Brewing Company
Settle Brewery
Vocation Brewery
Wakey Wakey Brew Co
Wakey Wakey Brew Co

Stadiums & Teams in Colne

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Ski Resorts Near Colne

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 Colne

47 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Leeds Bradford AirportLBALarge Airport
Liverpool John Lennon AirportLPLLarge Airport
Manchester AirportMANLarge Airport
RAF Leeming-Medium Airport
Teesside International AirportMMEMedium 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
Carr Valley Microlight Airfield-Small Airport
Chipping Airfield-Small Airport
Clotton airstrip UL-Small Airport
Coal Aston Airfield-Small Airport
Cockerham Airfield-Small Airport
Croft Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Crosland Moor Airfield-Small Airport
Dishforth Village 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
Hutton Grange Farm Airstrip-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
North Rigton Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Onecoat Morridge Airstrip-Small Airport
Oxenhope Airfield-Small Airport
Park Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Pear Tree Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Ravensworth Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Saint Michaels Airfield-Small Airport
Staindrop Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Tarn Farm Airfield (Rossall Field)-Small Airport
Thornton Watlass Airstrip UL-Small Airport
Warrington Airstrip-Small Airport
Wathstones Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Wentworth Private Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Colne

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Colne Post Office
Skipton Road Post Office
Trawden Post Office

Treatment Centers in Colne

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
The Priory

Churches & Religious Organizations in Colne

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christ Church
Holy Trinity
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Saint Bartholomew's
St John's Methodist Church
St Mary the Virgin

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Colne

What is the population of Colne?

Colne has a population of 20,118 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 259 people per square mile, spread across 77.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.3 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Colne expensive to live in?

The median household income is $38,515, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $174,832 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $963 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Colne?

Colne has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.0 inches.

How is the job market in Colne?

The unemployment rate in Colne is 5.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $741. There are 1,831 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Colne?

The median home value in Colne is $174,832. For renters, the median monthly rent is $963. The homeownership rate is 65.2%.

How are the schools in Colne?

25.4% of adults in Colne hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 42.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Colne?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Colne is 4.9% White, 1% Black or African American, 26.9% Asian. 85.9% of residents speak only English at home. 3.4% of the population are military veterans. 5.8% of residents have a disability.

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