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Egremont, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Egremont is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 6,222. Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.3 /5.0
A Great
6,222 Population 3/sq mi density
135 ft Elevation 41 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
40.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$53,925 Median Income
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$53,925 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$211,916 home value, $1,348/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Egremont

Egremont

Egremont is a market town and civil parish in the Cumberland district of Cumbria, England. It is situated just outside the Lake District National Park, five miles south of Whitehaven and on the River Ehen. The parish also includes the villages of Bigrigg and Moor Row.

People

Population6,222
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,925
Per Capita$53,925
Unemployment4.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$211,916
Rent$1,348
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units2,489

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation135 ft (41 m)

Education

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

Community

Population6,222
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Coordinates54.4794°, -3.5276°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation40.5 inches (1,028 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$53,925
Median Age46.5 years

About Egremont

Egremont is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 6,222. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet (41 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Egremont has a population of 6,222 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 2,126.8 square miles. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% 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 97.5% of residents.

Population

6,222
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above United Kingdom avg
2,126.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.5%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.5%

Social Characteristics

Egremont vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Egremont is $53,925, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $53,925 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,037, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 566 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Egremont vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$53,925
28% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$53,925
Avg Weekly Wage$1,037

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)566

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Egremont is $211,916, 25% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,348 (16% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,489 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$211,916
25% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,348
16% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units2,489

Property Tax

Egremont experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 263 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 135 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation135 ft (41 m)
Area2,126.8 sq mi (5,508.4 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates54.4794°N, 3.5276°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.5"
7% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.49"
Driest Month (May) 2.32"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

24 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M2.8 on Jan 23, 2020.

Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 140 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 137 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 141 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 150 km
Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 48 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 126 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 144 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 142 km
Sep 1, 1999 4 km SSW of Llanfairfechan, United Kingdom M3.3 144 km
Oct 23, 2002 0 km WSW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.3 143 km
Feb 10, 1994 2 km NNE of Tregarth, United Kingdom M3.3 146 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 66 km
Oct 29, 2002 2 km N of Longsight, United Kingdom M3.1 141 km
Jun 26, 1993 5 km WSW of High Bentham, United Kingdom M3.0 74 km
Oct 22, 2002 1 km WNW of Longsight, United Kingdom M2.9 142 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 70 km
Jan 23, 2020 1 km NW of Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom M2.8 142 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km N of Longsight, United Kingdom M2.8 141 km
Oct 25, 2002 2 km NNE of Longsight, United Kingdom M2.6 142 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 56 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 4.4 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 3.2 in
March 42°F (5°C) 3.2 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in
May 51°F (10°C) 2.3 in Driest
June 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 58°F (15°C) 3.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
October 49°F (9°C) 4.5 in Wettest
November 43°F (6°C) 4.4 in
December 39°F (4°C) 4.5 in

Egremont has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 38°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.5") and May the driest (2.3").

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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 Density3/sq mi
Total Area2,126.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Egremont

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
West Lakes Academy - - - -
Orgill Primary School - - - -
Bookwell Primary School - - - -
Thornhill Primary School - - - -
St Bridget's Catholic Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Egremont

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
HearMe - 60s Rock 60s rock, 60’s rock MP3
Alive Radio 107.3 dance, hits MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Egremont

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fleming Square
Helena Thompson Museum
JB Banks Ironmongers
Maryport Maritime Museum
Ravenglass Railway Museum
Senhouse Roman Museum
The Beacon Museum
The Rum Story
West Cumberland Railway Museum

Libraries in Egremont

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Cleator Moor Library0.0
Cockermouth Library0.0
Egremont Library0.0
Frizington Library0.0
Gosforth Library0.0
Maryport Library0.0
Richmond Hill Library0.0
Seascale Library0.0
Seaton Library0.0
Whitehaven Library0.0

Restaurants in Egremont

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Drgaons Place Restaurant
Spiceland

Cafes in Egremont

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Frazers @ 32
Gurners Tearooms
J.J's Cafe

Monuments in Egremont

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hematite Worker Monument

Clinics in Egremont

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Beech House Surgery

Dentists in Egremont

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Egremont Smile Centre

Veterinaries in Egremont

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Millcroft

Gas Stations in Egremont

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
Texaco

Banks in Egremont

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cumberland Building Society

Breweries in Egremont

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Ennerdale Brewery
Jennings Brewery
Taylor's Blackbeck Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Egremont

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Egremont

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Barrow Walney Island AirportBWFMedium Airport
Blackpool AirportBLKMedium Airport
Carlisle Lake District AirportCAXMedium Airport
Warton AerodromeWRTMedium Airport
Berrier Airstrip-Small Airport
Brook Farm Ultralight Airstrip-Small Airport
Cark airfield-Small Airport
Cockerham Airfield-Small Airport
Falgunzeon Glider Airfield-Small Airport
Glenswinton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kirkbride Airfield-Small Airport
Lennox Plunton Airstrip-Small Airport
Middleton Sands Microlight-Small Airport
Moss Edge Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Pilling Sands Microlight-Small Airport
Saint Michaels Airfield-Small Airport
Tarn Farm Airfield (Rossall Field)-Small Airport

Post Offices in Egremont

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Egremont Post Office
Thornhill Post Office

Treatment Centers in Egremont

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Recovery Steps Cumbria

Churches & Religious Organizations in Egremont

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Egremont Methodist Church
St Mary's and St Michael's
Thornhill Mission

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Egremont

What is the population of Egremont?

Egremont has a population of 6,222 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 2,126.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Egremont expensive to live in?

The median household income is $53,925, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $211,916 (25% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,348 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Egremont?

Egremont has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.5 inches.

How is the job market in Egremont?

Egremont has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,037. There are 566 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Egremont?

The median home value in Egremont is $211,916. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,348. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Egremont?

50.0% of adults in Egremont 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 Egremont?

97.5% of residents speak only English at home.

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