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Cookley, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Cookley is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,637. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,637 Population 2/sq mi density
135 ft Elevation 41 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
35.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,944 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$249,800 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Cookley

Cookley

Cookley is a village in the Wyre Forest District of Worcestershire, England, a few miles to the north of Kidderminster. Also, a few miles south-west of Stourton, Staffordshire and is close to the villages of Kinver and Wolverley. It lies on the River Stour, and the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal in the civil parish of Wolverley and Cookley. At the time of the 2001 census had a population of 2,491.

People

Population1,637
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,944
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$249,800
Rent$1,249
Ownership63.0%
Housing Units655

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain35.5 in/yr
Sunny Days230/yr
Elevation135 ft (41 m)

Education

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

Community

Population1,637
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates52.3167°, 1.4500°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation35.5 inches (902 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.0 inches (5 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Cookley

Cookley is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,637. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Cookley has a population of 1,637 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 719.8 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% 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 90% of residents. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,637
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
719.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Cookley vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Cookley is $49,944, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 149 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cookley vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$49,944
34% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,944
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)149

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Cookley is $249,800, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 655 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$249,800
11% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,249
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.0%
Owner-Occupied63.0%
Renter-Occupied37.0%
Housing Units655

Property Tax

Cookley experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.5 inches. The area receives 2.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days230 days/yr

Geography

Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Area719.8 sq mi (1,864.2 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates52.3167°N, 1.4500°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.5"
7% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 2.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.44"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

28 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M4.2 on Aug 6, 2015.

Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 140 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 42 km
Aug 6, 2015 59 km ENE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M4.2 107 km
May 16, 1998 45 km ENE of Hemsby, United Kingdom M4.2 86 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 88 km
Dec 21, 2000 38 km NNE of Cromer, United Kingdom M4.0 103 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 80 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 113 km
May 2, 1995 51 km NE of Hemsby, United Kingdom M3.7 94 km
Sep 20, 1994 55 km NE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M3.6 112 km
Sep 27, 2003 North Sea M3.5 116 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 135 km
Jan 30, 2002 25 km NNE of Sheringham, United Kingdom M3.4 95 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 105 km
Aug 12, 2005 82 km NE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M3.4 135 km
Jul 16, 2007 91 km NE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M3.3 137 km
Jan 21, 1999 4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom M3.3 118 km
Mar 28, 1996 67 km ESE of Aldeburgh, United Kingdom M3.0 85 km
Nov 5, 1994 5 km N of Debenham, United Kingdom M3.0 19 km
Sep 6, 1993 35 km E of Caister-on-Sea, United Kingdom M3.0 68 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1858 NORTH SEA Unknown 6.0 m - 144 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m - 136 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.6 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.5 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in

Cookley has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 39°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.4").

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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 Density2/sq mi
Total Area719.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Cookley

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bramfield House School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Cookley

14 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
The Mix Radio 80s 1980s, 80s MP3 256 kbps
Boot Boy Radio punk, reggae AAC+ 192 kbps
Big L 1 80's, hits 70's MP3 128 kbps
FunkURadio 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
Hardrock Hell - MP3 192 kbps
BFBS Colchester - AAC+ 64 kbps
Alpha Wave Radio - MP3 320 kbps
Park Radio community, diss MP3 96 kbps
FUNKERFM world music AAC+ 128 kbps
East Point Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Heart Norfolk 102.4 commercial, hot adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
Hospital Radio Norwich classical, comedy MP3 96 kbps
Future Radio alternative, community MP3 128 kbps
Amber Radio (Norwich)128k AAC - AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in Cookley

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
493rd Bomb Group Museum
95th Bomb Group Memorial Hospital
95th Bomb Group Red Feather Club
Alfred Cory Museum
Beccles and District Museum
Bentwaters Cold War Museum
Bungay Museum
Dunwich Museum
East Anglia Transport Museum
Halesworth Airfield Museum
Halesworth Museum
Holton Windmill
King George's Hall & Museum
Laxfield Museum
Long Shop Museum
Norfolk and Suffolk Aviation Museum
Orford Museum
Parham Airfield Museum
Sailors' Reading Room
Saxmundham Museum
Southwold Museum
Southwold Railway Trust
The 100th Bomb Group Memorial Museum
Thorpeness & Aldringham Heritage Centre
USAAF Station 146 Seething
Woodbridge Museum
Woodbridge Tide Mill

Libraries in Cookley

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aldeburgh Library0.0
Beccles Library0.0
Bungay Library0.0
Framlingham Library0.0
Halesworth Library0.0
Harleston Library0.0
Leiston Library0.0
Loddon Library0.0
Long Stratton Library0.0
Saxmundham Library0.0
Southwold Library0.0
Stradbroke Library0.0
Wickham Market Library0.0
Woodbridge Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Cookley

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Framlingham Market
Old Print Works

Breweries in Cookley

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Beccles Brew Co.
Earl Soham Brewery
Hektor's Brewery
Hektor's Brewery
Krafty Braumeister Brewery
Stow Fen Brewery
The Butley Brewhouse
The People's Brewery
Uffa Brewery

Airports Near Cookley

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Norwich AirportNWIMedium Airport
RAF HoningtonBEQMedium Airport
Wattisham Airfield-Medium Airport
Barling Airfield-Small Airport
Beccles Airfield-Small Airport
Blue Tile Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bridge Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Broadmarsh Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brown Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Burnham Airstrip-Small Airport
Church Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Clacton Airfield-Small Airport
Clees Hall Airstrip-Small Airport
Crosbie Field UL-Small Airport
Crowfield Airfield-Small Airport
Cuckoo Tye Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Debach Airfield-Small Airport
Elmsett Airfield-Small Airport
Felthorpe Airfield-Small Airport
Fir Grove Airstrip-Small Airport
Foxburrow Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Great Ashfield Airstrip-Small Airport
Great Oakley Airfield-Small Airport
Great Yarmouth - North Denes Airport-Small Airport
Green Lane Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Grove Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Grove Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Gunton Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Hinderclay Meadows Airfield-Small Airport
Holly Hill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Horham Airstrip-Small Airport
Horsey Island Airfield-Small Airport
Ivy Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kimberley Hall Airstrip-Small Airport
Knettishall Airstrip-Small Airport
Langham Airstrip-Small Airport
Langmoor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Laurel Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lavenham Airstrip-Small Airport
Little Haugh Hall Private Airfield-Small Airport
Little Snoring Airfield-Small Airport
Lodge Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Long Stratton Airstrip-Small Airport
Ludham Airfield-Small Airport
Manor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Mendlesham Airstrip-Small Airport
Milden Airstrip-Small Airport
Monewden Airstrip-Small Airport
Morley Saint Botolph Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Nayland Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cookley

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Margaret
St Margaret of Antioch, Linstead Parva
St Mary
St Mary the Virgin
St Michael

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 Cookley

What is the population of Cookley?

Cookley has a population of 1,637 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 719.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Cookley expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $249,800 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Cookley?

Cookley has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 35.5 inches, with 2.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Cookley?

Cookley has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 149 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Cookley?

The median home value in Cookley is $249,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.

How are the schools in Cookley?

50.0% of adults in Cookley 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 Cookley?

90% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability.

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