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Cranbrook, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Cranbrook is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 4,368. Elevation: 253 ft (77 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
4,368 Population 23/sq mi density
253 ft Elevation 77 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
40.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$60,828 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$60,828 median income, 4.1% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.3 / 5.0
$575,238 home value, $1,521/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Cranbrook

Cranbrook

Cranbrook is a town in the civil parish of Cranbrook and Sissinghurst, in the Weald of Kent in South East England. It lies roughly half-way between Maidstone and Hastings, about 38 miles (61 km) southeast of central London.

People

Population4,368
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density23/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 7%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,828
Per Capita$60,828
Unemployment4.1%

Housing

F
Home Value$575,238
Rent$1,521
Ownership66.2%
Housing Units1,747

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation253 ft (77 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.1%
High School+56.7%

Community

Population4,368
Population Density23 / sq mi
Elevation253 ft (77 m)
Coordinates51.0966°, 0.5357°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation40.0 inches (1,017 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.7 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$60,828
Median Age43.1 years

About Cranbrook

Cranbrook is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 4,368. The city sits at an elevation of 253 feet (77 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Cranbrook has a population of 4,368 with a density of 23 people per square mile, spread across 192.2 square miles. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (7.3%), with 1.6% Black, 4.8% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.2% of residents. 3.5% 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

4,368
Total Population
23
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above United Kingdom avg
192.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.2%
19% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 6.8%

Social Characteristics

Cranbrook vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Cranbrook is $60,828, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $60,828 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,170, 18% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 397 business establishments. 42.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cranbrook vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$60,828
19% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$60,828
Avg Weekly Wage$1,170

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)397

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone39.1%
Public Transit4.7%
Work from Home42.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Cranbrook is $575,238, 104% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,521 (31% above the national average of $1,163). 66.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,747 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$575,238
104% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,521
31% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.2%
Owner-Occupied66.2%
Renter-Occupied33.8%
Housing Units1,747

Property Tax

Cranbrook experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. The area receives 4.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 253 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Geography

Elevation253 ft (77 m)
Area192.2 sq mi (497.8 km²)
Population Density23/sq mi
Coordinates51.0966°N, 0.5357°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.0"
5% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 4.7"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.19"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.3 on Feb 27, 2019.

Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 33 km
Oct 6, 1999 34 km NNW of Fécamp, France M4.6 117 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 144 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 127 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SSE of Longfossé, France M4.0 105 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 105 km
Jul 14, 2011 62 km SSE of Ventnor, United Kingdom M3.9 141 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 81 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 67 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 45 km
Jan 27, 1992 6 km SSE of Longfossé, France M3.5 107 km
Jun 16, 1998 18 km NNW of Yport, France M3.3 138 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 60 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 106 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 80 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 91 km
Aug 26, 2002 40 km NNW of Étretat, France M3.0 123 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 109 km
May 1, 1997 21 km W of Fort-Mahon-Plage, France M3.0 99 km
Nov 5, 1994 5 km N of Debenham, United Kingdom M3.0 138 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 75 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m 49 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 3.1 in
February 40°F (4°C) 1.9 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.8 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.1 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in Warmest, Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in Wettest
November 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in
December 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in

Cranbrook has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 40°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.2") and July the driest (1.8").

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41.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 22% above the national average of 33.7%. 56.7% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.1%
22% above United Kingdom avg
High School+56.7%
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density23/sq mi
Total Area192.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone39.1%
Public Transit4.7%
Work from Home42.3%

Schools in Cranbrook

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cranbrook School
Snowfields Academy
Cranbrook Church of England Primary School
Colliers Green Church of England Primary School
Scott Boarding House
Rammell Boarding House
School Lodge
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Radio Stations near Cranbrook

28 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Talk Radio (UK) curent affairs, politics AAC+ 32 kbps
Street Sounds Radio dance, disco MP3
DnB Liquified liquid dnb MP3 128 kbps
Radio Essex contemporary hits radio, pop MP3
BBC Essex UNKNOWN
Absolute Radio 80s 80s AAC 128 kbps
Greatest Hits Radio 60s greatest hits AAC+ 48 kbps
More Radio Eastbourne hits, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Lyca Radio MP3 192 kbps
Retro Mix Radio 70s, 80s AAC+ 48 kbps
The Voice Of Doom death metal, doom metal AAC 320 kbps
Zero Radio MP3 128 kbps
Lifestyle Radio UK country, pop MP3 192 kbps
West Kent Radio MP3 170 kbps
Hailsham FM local radio MP3 128 kbps
Radioalfa2 classic hits MP3
Homemade Radio adult contemporary, blues MP3 320 kbps
Slim Radio deep house, disco MP3 320 kbps
Colin Mogagabe MP3 128 kbps
NanoRadio MP3 192 kbps
Stomp Radio MP3 128 kbps
TGM GOSPEL RADIO gospel MP3 320 kbps
Power Ace Radio afrobeats, easy listening MP3 128 kbps
Hospital Radio Chelmsford MP3 128 kbps
White Cliffs Radio MP3
GlitterBeam Italia lgbt, lgbtqia+ MP3 192 kbps
Kori The Pom Radio drum & bass, edm MP3 128 kbps
Conquest Hospital Radio MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Cranbrook

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Battle Abbey
Battle Museum of Local History
Colonel Stephens Railway Museum
Cranbrook Museum
Dog collar museum
Exhibition and Model Railway
Hastings Fishermen's Museum
Hastings Museum and Art Gallery
Hastings Old Town Hall Museum
Lashenden Air Warfare Museum
Maidstone Museum
Museum of Carriages
Queens Own Royal West Kent Regiment Museum
Rolvenden Layne Sound Museum
Rye Castle Museum
Rye Castle Museum at Ypres Tower
Shipwreck Museum
Sittingbourne Heritage Museum
Tenterden District Museum
The C.M Booth Collection
The South East Romany Museum
The True CRIME Museum
Winchelsea Corporation Museum
Woodchurch Museum

Libraries in Cranbrook

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Allington Library0.0
Battle Library0.0
Bearsted Library0.0
Borough Green Library0.0
Coxheath Library0.0
East Peckham Library0.0
Hastings Library0.0
Hawkhurst Library0.0
Headcorn Library0.0
Hollington Library0.0
Kent History and Library Centre0.0
Larkfield Library0.0
Lenham Library0.0
Lordswood Library0.0
Marden Library0.0
Northiam Library0.0
Ore Community Library0.0
Paddock Wood Library0.0
Pembury Library0.0
Resource Centre0.0
Rye Public Library0.0
Shepway Library0.0
Sittingbourne Library0.0
Staplehurst Library0.0
Tenterden Library0.0
Vigo Library0.0
Wadhurst Library0.0
Walderslade Village Library0.0
West Malling Library0.0
Wigmore Library0.0
Yalding Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Cranbrook

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Boot Sale
Market Square
Rye Farmers' Market
Rye Market
St Leonards Church Market

Hotels in Cranbrook

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The George Hotel

Restaurants in Cranbrook

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jumeira
Kypseli
The Hive
Willow and Sage

Cafes in Cranbrook

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arthur’s
Coffee shop
Food For Thought
Golden Treats by EDI
Twenty Seven

Theatres in Cranbrook

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Queen’s Hall Theatre

Dentists in Cranbrook

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bupa Dental Care
Crane Dental
Tanyard & Golding

Veterinaries in Cranbrook

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Medivet

Banks in Cranbrook

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nationwide

Gyms in Cranbrook

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lifeworks

Breweries in Cranbrook

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Battle Brewery
Brewing Brothers Brewery and Taproom
Brumaison Beer
Goachers Brewery
Kent Brewey
Old Dairy Brewery
The FILO Brewery
Tonbridge Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Cranbrook

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Ski Resorts Near Cranbrook

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Chatham Ski & Snowboard Centre 0.0 $0

Airports Near Cranbrook

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Gatwick AirportLGWLarge Airport
London Biggin Hill AirportBQHMedium Airport
London City AirportLCYMedium Airport
London Southend AirportSENMedium Airport
Lydd London Ashford AirportLYXMedium Airport
Acton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Barcombe-North AirstripSmall Airport
Barling AirfieldSmall Airport
Barnards FarmSmall Airport
Bensons Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bonnington AirstripSmall Airport
Bradleys Lawn AirstripSmall Airport
Chalksole Green AirstripSmall Airport
Challock AirfieldSmall Airport
Channel Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Chelworth House AirstripSmall Airport
Chipstead Private AirstripSmall Airport
Churchlands Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Clacton AirfieldSmall Airport
Clipgate Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Crockham Hill AirfieldSmall Airport
Damyns Hall AerodromeSmall Airport
Danehill AirstripSmall Airport
Deanland Lewes AirfieldSmall Airport
Dysons Osiers AirstripSmall Airport
East Haxted Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Egerton AirfieldSmall Airport
Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Fridd Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Frinsted AirstripSmall Airport
Gerpins Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hamilton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Harringe Court AirfieldSmall Airport
Headcorn AerodromeSmall Airport
Hickstead AirstripSmall Airport
High Easter AirfieldSmall Airport
Homefield Farm / Edenbridge AirstripSmall Airport
Hunsdon AirfieldSmall Airport
Jenkins Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Kenley Glider FieldSmall Airport
Kittyhawk AerodromeSmall Airport
Laddingford AerodromeSmall Airport
Lamberhurst AirstripSmall Airport
Lamberhurst Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Little Engeham Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Little Robhurst AirstripSmall Airport
Lodge Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Lukesfield AirstripSmall Airport
Meadow Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Metropolitan Police Air Support Unit Lippitts HillSmall Airport

Post Offices in Cranbrook

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Cranbrook Post Office Counters

Treatment Centers in Cranbrook

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
STAR

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cranbrook

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Congregatioal Church
Provedence Chapel (Disused)
St Dunstan's
St Theodore's Catholic Church
Strict Baptist Chapel

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 Cranbrook

What is the population of Cranbrook?

Cranbrook has a population of 4,368 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 192.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Cranbrook expensive to live in?

The median household income is $60,828, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $575,238 (104% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,521 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Cranbrook?

Cranbrook has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Cranbrook?

Cranbrook has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,170. There are 397 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Cranbrook?

The median home value in Cranbrook is $575,238. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,521. The homeownership rate is 66.2%.

How are the schools in Cranbrook?

41.1% of adults in Cranbrook hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 56.7% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Cranbrook?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cranbrook is 7.3% White, 1.6% Black or African American, 4.8% Asian. 93.2% of residents speak only English at home. 3.5% of the population are military veterans. 3.8% of residents have a disability.

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