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Countesthorpe, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Countesthorpe is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 6,377. Elevation: 312 ft (95 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
6,377 Population 70/sq mi density
312 ft Elevation 95 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
34.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$48,614 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$48,614 median income, 3.9% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$365,957 home value, $1,215/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Countesthorpe

Countesthorpe

Countesthorpe is a large village and civil parish in the Leicestershire district of Blaby, with a population of 6,393 (2001 census, falling slightly to 6,377 at the 2011 census. It lies to the south of Leicester, and is about 6 miles from the city centre, but only two miles south of the suburb of South Wigston. Nearby places are Blaby and South Wigston to the north, Kilby to the east, Peatling Magna and Willoughby Waterleys to the south, and Broughton Astley, Cosby and Whetstone to the west.

People

Population6,377
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density70/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 5%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,614
Per Capita$48,614
Unemployment3.9%

Housing

C
Home Value$365,957
Rent$1,215
Ownership79.0%
Housing Units2,551

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days218/yr
Elevation312 ft (95 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.5%
High School+49.0%

Community

Population6,377
Population Density70 / sq mi
Elevation312 ft (95 m)
Coordinates52.5538°, -1.1453°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation34.1 inches (866 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.9 inches (18 cm)
Median Household Income$48,614
Median Age42.7 years

About Countesthorpe

Countesthorpe is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 6,377. The city sits at an elevation of 312 feet (95 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Countesthorpe has a population of 6,377 with a density of 70 people per square mile, spread across 90.5 square miles. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly Asian (9.6%), with 4.5% White, 1.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.1% of residents. 3.8% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 4.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

6,377
Total Population
70
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above United Kingdom avg
90.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.1%
20% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 5.9%

Social Characteristics

Countesthorpe vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Countesthorpe is $48,614, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,614 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $935, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 580 business establishments. 30.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Countesthorpe vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$48,614
35% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$48,614
Avg Weekly Wage$935

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)580

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.3%
Public Transit2.2%
Work from Home30.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Countesthorpe is $365,957, 30% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,215 (4% above the national average of $1,163). 79.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,551 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$365,957
30% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,215
4% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership79.0%
Owner-Occupied79.0%
Renter-Occupied21.0%
Housing Units2,551

Property Tax

Countesthorpe experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. The area receives 6.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 312 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days218 days/yr

Geography

Elevation312 ft (95 m)
Area90.5 sq mi (234.4 km²)
Population Density70/sq mi
Coordinates52.5538°N, 1.1453°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.1"
10% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 6.9"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.40"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

49 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 M4.8 109 km
Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 68 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 128 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 136 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 125 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 38 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 44 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 113 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 35 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 125 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 117 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 68 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 65 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 106 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 122 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 34 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 126 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 73 km
Mar 4, 1990 2 km N of Great Haywood, United Kingdom M3.3 65 km
Feb 20, 1995 England, United Kingdom M3.3 80 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 2.2 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.0 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.0 in
August 61°F (16°C) 2.3 in Warmest
September 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.3 in
December 40°F (5°C) 2.4 in Wettest

Countesthorpe has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.7").

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30.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 9% below the national average of 33.7%. 49.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.5%
9% below United Kingdom avg
High School+49.0%
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density70/sq mi
Total Area90.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.3%
Public Transit2.2%
Work from Home30.2%

Schools in Countesthorpe

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Countesthorpe Academy — — — —
Foxfields Academy — — — —
Greenfield Primary School — — — —
Countesthorpe Leysland Community College — — — —
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Radio Stations near Countesthorpe

36 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BBC Radio Northampton (Outside UK Only) information, local AAC+ 101 kbps
Derby Sound — MP3 128 kbps
BBC Radio Northampton (UK Only) information, local AAC 339 kbps
HearMe - 70s Rock 70s rock, 70’s rock MP3
Northants 1 00's, 10's MP3 128 kbps
R5K Radio edm MP3 320 kbps
Fosse 107 80s, 90s AAC 80 kbps
Heart Northants 96.6 commercial, hot adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
Amber Sound FM — AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Faza — MP3 128 kbps
Selecta Radio UK 2tone, punk MP3 192 kbps
Radio UTSAV — AAC 80 kbps
Sanskar Radio — MP3 128 kbps
CRMK pop MP3 192 kbps
Splinterwood Rock'n Roll Radio 1950s, 50's MP3 192 kbps
Hits Radio Coventry — AAC+ 47 kbps
BBC CWR — UNKNOWN
EAVA FM — MP3 96 kbps
Kohinoor Radio — MP3 320 kbps
MAX FM DERBY 92.2 drum and bass, news MP3 192 kbps
Hereme 2010s pop 2010s, pop MP3
NREW Radio ambient groove, background MP3 192 kbps
103 The Eye — MP3 128 kbps
Rutland and Stamford Sound — MP3
Skylab Radio — MP3
Cross Counties Radio adult contemporary, community radio MP3 64 kbps
Radio Seerah — AAC 80 kbps
Coalville Public Radio variety MP3
Radio Horton — MP3 128 kbps
Usmani Mosque islamic, islamic religion MP3
Leicester Community Radio community radio, leicester AAC 128 kbps
Sabras Radio — MP3 128 kbps
Satsang Radio — AAC 80 kbps
Radio2Funky — MP3 128 kbps
Radio LEAR arts, culture AAC 80 kbps
SOULPOWER-RADIO.COM funk, jazz MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Countesthorpe

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abbey Pumping Station
Abbey Pumping Station
Belgrave Hall Museum
Belgrave Hall Museum
Charnwood Museum
Cotesbach Educational Trust
Donington-le-Heath Manor House
Foxton Inclined Plane Trust Museum
Framework Knitters Museum
Framework Knitters Museum
Harborough Museum
Hinckley and District Museum
Jewry Wall Museum
Jewry Wall Museum
John Taylor Bellfoundry Museum
King Richard III Visitor Centre
King Richard III Visitor Centre
Leicester Museum and Art Gallery
Leicester Museum and Art Gallery
Loughborough Carillon
Lutterworth and District Museum
Museum of the Royal Leicestershire Regiment
Museum of the Royal Leicestershire Regiment
National Gas Museum
National Gas Museum
National Space Centre
National Space Centre
Newarke Houses Museum
Newarke Houses Museum
Retro Computer Museum
Retro Computer Museum
Rugby Art Gallery and Museum
Snibston Colliery Park
Stonehurst Motor Museum
The Old Rectory Museum
Webb Ellis Museum

Libraries in Countesthorpe

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Anstey Library0.0
Barrow upon Soar Library0.0
Beaumont Leys Library0.0
Belgrave Library0.0
Blaby Library0.0
Blaby Library0.0
Braunstone Town Library0.0
Brixworth Library0.0
Brixworth Library0.0
Burbage Library0.0
Coalville Library0.0
Cosby Public Library0.0
Countesthorpe Parish Council Community Hub0.0
David Wilson Library0.0
Desford Library0.0
Dunchurch Community Library0.0
Earl Shilton Library0.0
East Goscote Library0.0
Evington Library0.0
Eyres Monsell Self-Service Library0.0
Eyres Monsell Self-Service Library0.0
Fleckney Library0.0
Fosse Neighbourhood Centre and Library0.0
Glenfield Libary0.0
Great Glen Library0.0
Groby Library0.0
Hamilton Library & Learning Centre0.0
Hathern Library0.0
Highfields Library0.0
Hinckley Library0.0
Kibworth Library0.0
Kirby Muxloe Library0.0
Knighton Library0.0
Knighton Library0.0
Leicester Central Library0.0
Leicester Forest East Library0.0
Leicester Forest East Library0.0
Library0.0
Library0.0
Loughborough Library0.0
Lutterworth Library0.0
Market Harborough Library0.0
Markfield Library0.0
Memorial Hall0.0
Mountsorrel Library0.0
Narborough Library0.0
Narborough Library0.0
Netherhall Library0.0
Netherhall Library0.0
New Aylestone Park Library (Within Leisure Centre)0.0
New Aylestone Park Library (Within Leisure Centre)0.0
Newbold Verdon Library0.0
Oadby Library0.0
Our Library @ Newbold Verdon0.0
Pilkington Library0.0
Ratby Library0.0
RCM Software Library0.0
RCM Software Library0.0
Rothley Library0.0
Rothley Library0.0
Rugby Art Gallery and Museum0.0
Rushey Mead Library0.0
Sapcote Library0.0
School Library0.0
Shepshed Library0.0
Sileby Library0.0
Southfields Library0.0
St Barnabas Library0.0
St Barnabas Library0.0
St Matthew's Library0.0
St Matthew's Library0.0
Stoney Stanton Library0.0
The Brite Centre0.0
The George Ward Centre0.0
Thurnby Lodge Library0.0
Thurnby Lodge Library0.0
Westcotes Library0.0
Wigston Library0.0
WQEIC Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Countesthorpe

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
A47 Car Boot Sale
Coalville Market (Closed)
Croft Car Boot Sale
Leicester Market
Leicester Market
Leicester Market Food Hall
Loughborough Market
Lubcloud Dairy; milk, cream etc
Market Hall
New Lubbesthorpe Village Market
New Lubbesthorpe Village Market

Restaurants in Countesthorpe

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dine India

Cafes in Countesthorpe

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Myah's Place
St Andrews Church Centre And The Rainbow Shop

Breweries in Countesthorpe

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Anstey Brewery
Charnwood Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Countesthorpe

TeamLeagueDivision
Friar Lane and Epworth Football Club
King Power Stadium
Mattioli Woods Welford Road
Saffron Lane Stadium
Uptonsteel County Ground

Airports Near Countesthorpe

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birmingham AirportBHXLarge Airport
East Midlands AirportEMALarge Airport
Coventry AirportCVTMedium Airport
Cranfield Airport—Medium Airport
London Oxford AirportOXFMedium Airport
Nottingham City AirportNQTMedium Airport
RAF Barkston Heath—Medium Airport
RAF Cranwell—Medium Airport
RAF WaddingtonWTNMedium Airport
RAF Wittering—Medium Airport
Arden Heath Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bakersfield Airstrip—Small Airport
Bankwood Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Baxterley Aerodrome—Small Airport
Bedford Aerodrome—Small Airport
Beeches Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bericote Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bernwood Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bicester Airfield—Small Airport
Bidford Airfield—Small Airport
Bitteswell Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Black Spring Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Blackmoor Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Brook Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bruntingthorpe Aerodrome—Small Airport
Butterfield Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Buttermilk Hall Farm—Small Airport
Calton Moor Airfield—Small Airport
Camp Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Cardington Airstrip—Small Airport
Caunton Airfield—Small Airport
Cheddington Airstrip—Small Airport
Claybrooke Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Cornbury House Airstrip—Small Airport
Cottage Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Cottage Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Croughton Manor Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Darley Moor Airfield—Small Airport
Darlton Gliding Club—Small Airport
Deenethorpe Airfield—Small Airport
Derby Airfield—Small Airport
Drayton Home Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Earwig Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Easton Maudit Airstrip—Small Airport
Enstone Aerodrome—Small Airport
Field Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Finmere Aerodrome—Small Airport
Fisherwick Airfield—Small Airport
Forwood Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Glebe Farm (Sibson) Airstrip—Small Airport

Post Offices in Countesthorpe

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Village Store

Treatment Centers in Countesthorpe

17 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Asquith Surgery
Barclay House
Bradgate Unit
Breast Care Centre
Clarendon Park Medical Centre
East Entrance
Function Jigsaw
Haymarket Health
Leicester Recovery Hub (No. 5)
Leicester Sports Medicine Clinic
Oadby House Physiotherapy and Sports Clinic
Skintique Clinic
The Aloe Therapy Centre
The Spine Clinic
Total Heeling
Turning Point
Wigston Sports & Health Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Countesthorpe

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints
Countesthorpe Baptist Church
Countesthorpe Methodist Church
St Andrew
St Bartholomew
St Mary

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 Countesthorpe

What is the population of Countesthorpe?

Countesthorpe has a population of 6,377 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 70 people per square mile, spread across 90.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Countesthorpe expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,614, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $365,957 (30% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,215 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Countesthorpe?

Countesthorpe has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 34.1 inches, with 6.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Countesthorpe?

Countesthorpe has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $935. There are 580 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Countesthorpe?

The median home value in Countesthorpe is $365,957. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,215. The homeownership rate is 79.0%.

How are the schools in Countesthorpe?

30.5% of adults in Countesthorpe hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Countesthorpe?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Countesthorpe is 4.5% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 9.6% Asian. 94.1% of residents speak only English at home. 3.8% of the population are military veterans. 4.2% of residents have a disability.

Nearby Cities

Blaby, ENG 6,300 pop · 1.7 mi Whetstone, ENG 6,556 pop · 1.8 mi Cosby, ENG 3,728 pop · 2.1 mi Glen Parva, ENG 17,000 pop · 2.4 mi Narborough, ENG 6,321 pop · 2.5 mi Littlethorpe, ENG 1,917 pop · 2.6 mi Wigston Magna, ENG 33,720 pop · 2.9 mi Enderby, ENG 8,113 pop · 3.5 mi Aylestone, ENG 11,151 pop · 3.5 mi Broughton Astley, ENG 8,940 pop · 3.5 mi Huncote, ENG 1,756 pop · 4.1 mi Fleckney, ENG 4,894 pop · 4.4 mi Oadby, ENG 23,184 pop · 4.5 mi Evington, ENG 11,133 pop · 4.6 mi
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