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Daresbury, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Daresbury is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 4,122. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
4,122 Population 52/sq mi density
236 ft Elevation 72 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
53.6 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 Daresbury

Daresbury

Daresbury is a village and civil parish in the Borough of Halton, Cheshire, England. At the 2011 census, it had a population of 246.

People

Population4,122
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density52/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 Units1,649

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Sunny Days210/yr
Elevation236 ft (72 m)

Education

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

Community

Population4,122
Population Density52 / sq mi
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Coordinates53.3418°, -2.6350°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation53.6 inches (1,361 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.9 inches (23 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Daresbury

Daresbury is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 4,122. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet (72 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Daresbury has a population of 4,122 with a density of 52 people per square mile, spread across 80.1 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

4,122
Total Population
52
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
80.1mi²
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

Daresbury vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Daresbury 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 375 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Daresbury 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)375

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Daresbury 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 1,649 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 Units1,649

Property Tax

Climate in Daresbury

Daresbury has an average annual temperature of 10.3°C (51°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.7°C), the coldest is Jan (4.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 832 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.8°C / 41°F 2.3° / 7.2° 67.2
Feb 5.3°C / 42°F 2.4° / 8.2° 61.6
Mar 7°C / 45°F 3.7° / 10.4° 51.3
Apr 9°C / 48°F 5° / 12.9° 60.5
May 12.2°C / 54°F 7.8° / 16.5° 59.1
Jun 14.6°C / 58°F 10.6° / 18.6° 62.6
Jul 16.7°C / 62°F 12.6° / 20.8° 59.6
Aug 16.4°C / 62°F 12.5° / 20.3° 73.1
Sep 13.9°C / 57°F 10.1° / 17.7° 71.4
Oct 10.6°C / 51°F 7.4° / 13.7° 95.1
Nov 7.4°C / 45°F 4.8° / 10.1° 86.0
Dec 5.2°C / 41°F 2.8° / 7.6° 84.1
Daresbury experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 210 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days210 days/yr

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Area80.1 sq mi (207.5 km²)
Population Density52/sq mi
Coordinates53.3418°N, 2.6350°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.6"
41% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 8.9"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.50"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

50 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 97 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 117 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 32 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 131 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 137 km
May 29, 2013 14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom M3.8 148 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 62 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 81 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 145 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 34 km
Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 95 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 45 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 112 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 51 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 101 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 145 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 102 km
Jul 29, 1992 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.5 119 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 36 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 49 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.9 in
February 40°F (4°C) 2.0 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.1 in
May 53°F (11°C) 2.1 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
August 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest
September 56°F (14°C) 3.0 in
October 51°F (10°C) 3.5 in Wettest
November 45°F (7°C) 3.5 in
December 41°F (5°C) 3.3 in

Daresbury has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.5") and February the driest (2.0").

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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 Density52/sq mi
Total Area80.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Daresbury

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy
St Berteline's Church of England Primary School
Windmill Hill Primary School
Gorsewood Primary School
St Martin's Catholic Primary School
Murdishaw West Community Primary School
Daresbury Primary School
Moore Primary School
Sandymoor Ormiston Academy
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Radio Stations near Daresbury

47 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Deepvibes Radio deep house, mixes MP3 320 kbps
Hits Radio UK AAC+ 47 kbps
Bolton FM community, local MP3 128 kbps
Beatles Radio (MP3) (US) 1960s, classic rock MP3 128 kbps
Radio Northwich local information, local music MP3 128 kbps
Capital FM Manchester manchester, pop AAC 48 kbps
Liverpool Live Radio MP3
HearMe - 2020s Pop Music 2020s pop music MP3
6 Towns Radio adult contemporary, classic hits MP3
Taiyabah Masjid islamic, masjid MP3 128 kbps
OSTM Radio alternative, alternative rock MP3
Blue Sky Radio classic hits, hot adult contemporary MP3 256 kbps
ALL FM 96.9 community, community radio AAC+
The Richie Allen Show MP3
Radio X Manchester AAC 48 kbps
CROP Radio community radio, music MP3 128 kbps
Reform Radio music, variety MP3 192 kbps
Giants of Jazz Radio classic jazz, jazz MP3 192 kbps
Beware! The Radio MP3 192 kbps
KFM Radio (US) MP3 128 kbps
Heart North West 105.4 hot adult contemporary AAC 48 kbps
Tameside Radio adult contemporary, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Central Radio North West MP3 128 kbps
Jingle Ark Jingle Jukebox MP3
Access Radio 64K music, pop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Leyland MP3 128 kbps
Radio Alty MP3 192 kbps
OSN Radio Plus MP3 128 kbps
Mighty Radio Southport dance, pop MP3 128 kbps
Dune Radio MP3
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
Juice Liverpool AAC+ 96 kbps
Mersey Radio MP3 128 kbps
Arrowe Sound pop music, pop rock MP3 128 kbps
KFM Radio multi MP3 128 kbps
Wrexham Premier Radio MP3 128 kbps
LABR Love a Brother Radio 80s, chillout MP3 320 kbps
Dazzle FM MP3 128 kbps
Radio Broadgreen ac, classic hits MP3 160 kbps
Radio General (Warrington Hospital Radio) MP3 128 kbps
Domes FM AAC 64 kbps
Circl8 Radio MP3 320 kbps
Merseyland Alternative Radio classic rock, eclectic programming MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Daresbury

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Amazing Novelty-Orium & Mechanical Museum
Bicycle Museum
Bolton Art Gallery, Library & Museum
Catalyst Museum
Crewe Heritage Centre
Lancashire Mining Museum
Leigh Spinners Mill Heritage Centre
Leigh Town Hall Archives
Lion Salt Works
Lymm Heritage Centre
Museum Of Policing In Cheshire
Museum of Wigan Life
North West Computer Museum
North West Computer Museum
North West Museum of Road Transport
Norton Priory
Prescot Museum
RAF Burtonwood Heritage Centre
Rainhill Railway Museum
Smithy Heritage Centre
Strawberry Field
Strawberry Field
The Bolton Steam Museum
Warrington Museum & Art Gallery
Warrington Museum Of Freemasonry
Weaver Hall Museum & Workhouse
Winding House
World of Glass

Libraries in Daresbury

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ashton Library0.0
Atherton Library0.0
Barnton Library0.0
Birchwood Library0.0
Book-Cycle Beech Hill0.0
Boothstown Library0.0
Broomhead Library0.0
Burtonwood Library0.0
Cadishead Library0.0
Catalyst0.0
Central Library Farnworth0.0
Chester Lane Library0.0
Crewe Library0.0
Culcheth Library0.0
Eccleston Library0.0
Frodsham Library0.0
Golborne Library0.0
Grappenhall Library0.0
Great Boughton Library0.0
Haydock Library0.0
Heaton Library and Children's Centre0.0
Helsby Community Library0.0
High Street Library0.0
Hindley Library and Community Centre0.0
Huyton Library and Knowsley Culture Hub0.0
Irlam Library0.0
Learning Resource Centre0.0
Leigh Library0.0
Library and Wellbeing Centre0.0
Little Hulton Library0.0
LRC0.0
Lymm Community Library0.0
Marsh Green Branch Library0.0
Middlewich Library0.0
Moss Bank Library0.0
Newton-le-Willows Library0.0
Northwich Library0.0
Orrell Bookcycle0.0
Padgate Library0.0
Penketh Library0.0
Rainford Library0.0
Rainhill Community Library0.0
Runcorn Library0.0
Runcorn Library0.0
Sandiway Library0.0
Shevington Library0.0
Skelmersdale Library0.0
St Helens Library0.0
St Helens Library0.0
Standish Library0.0
Stockton Heath Library0.0
Tarporley Community High School Library0.0
Tattenhall Library0.0
Thatto Heath Library0.0
Tyldesley Library0.0
Upton library0.0
Vicars Cross Library0.0
Walkden Library0.0
Warrington Library0.0
Weaverham Library0.0
Westbrook Library0.0
Westhoughton Library0.0
Wharton Library0.0
Widnes Library0.0
Winsford Library0.0
Winstanley College - The Library0.0
Woolston Library0.0
Woolton Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Daresbury

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Earlestown Outdoor Market
Farnworth Indoor Market
Indoor Market
Leigh Market
Market Hall
Northwich Indoor Market
Prescot Indoor Market
Rixton Car Boot
Warrington Market
Warrington Outdoor Market
Warrington's Favourite Car Boot Sale
Westhoughton Market
Widnes Market
Wigan Market
Winsford Indoor Market

Hotels in Daresbury

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Daresbury Park Hotel
Premier Inn Runcorn

Restaurants in Daresbury

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Beefeater
Evenwood Farm

Cafes in Daresbury

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chaii & Moor
Perky Grinders
The Shed
Waterside Coffee Shop

Dentists in Daresbury

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Dental Academy

Veterinaries in Daresbury

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sandymoor Vets
Vets4Pets

Train Stations in Daresbury

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Runcorn East

Breweries in Daresbury

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
4Ts Brewery
Dunham Massey Brewery
Problem Child Brewing
Prospect Brewery
Spitting Feathers Brewery
Weetwood Brewery
Wigan Brewhouse

Stadiums & Teams in Daresbury

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Ski Resorts Near Daresbury

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 Daresbury

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Liverpool John Lennon AirportLPLLarge Airport
Manchester AirportMANLarge Airport
Blackpool AirportBLKMedium Airport
Hawarden AirportCEGMedium Airport
RAF CosfordMedium Airport
RAF ShawburyMedium Airport
Warton AerodromeWRTMedium Airport
Abbots Bromley AirfieldSmall Airport
Arley AirfieldSmall Airport
Ash House Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Ashcroft AirfieldSmall Airport
Breidden AirfieldSmall Airport
Brook Farm Ultralight AirstripSmall Airport
Bryn Gates AirfieldSmall Airport
Bryngwyn Bach AirfieldSmall Airport
Carr Valley Microlight AirfieldSmall Airport
Chipping AirfieldSmall Airport
Chirk AirfieldSmall Airport
Clotton airstrip ULSmall Airport
Cockerham AirfieldSmall Airport
Dairy House Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Fern Farm Airstrip ULSmall Airport
Forest Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Frandley House AirstripSmall Airport
Hawksview AirstripSmall Airport
Haydock Park AirstripSmall Airport
Higher Barn Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Ince Blundell Microlight AirfieldSmall Airport
Kenyon Hall Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Longford AirstripSmall Airport
Lower Grounds Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Manchester Barton AerodromeSmall Airport
Middlebank Top Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Middleton Sands MicrolightSmall Airport
Mitton AirstripSmall Airport
Moss Edge Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Nantclwyd AirstripSmall Airport
North Wales Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Onecoat Morridge AirstripSmall Airport
Otherton AirfieldSmall Airport
Oxenhope AirfieldSmall Airport
Pear Tree Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Peplow AirstripSmall Airport
Pilling Sands MicrolightSmall Airport
RAF WoodvaleSmall Airport
Rhedyn Coch Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Saint Michaels AirfieldSmall Airport
Sandford Hall AirstripSmall Airport
Seighford Glider FieldSmall Airport
Shifnal AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Daresbury

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Moore Village Store
Murdishaw Post Office
Preston Brook Post Office
Windmill Hill Post Office

Treatment Centers in Daresbury

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Haydock Lodge
Maple House
The Rehab Hut
With You

Churches & Religious Organizations in Daresbury

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints
Kingdom Hall
Preston on the Hill Methodist Church
St Berteline and St Christopher
Vale 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 Daresbury

What is the population of Daresbury?

Daresbury has a population of 4,122 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 52 people per square mile, spread across 80.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Daresbury 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 Daresbury?

Daresbury has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.6 inches, with 8.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Daresbury?

Daresbury 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 375 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Daresbury?

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

How are the schools in Daresbury?

50.0% of adults in Daresbury 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 Daresbury?

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

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