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Fortuneswell, United Kingdom
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Fortuneswell is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 3,381. Elevation: 184 ft (56 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
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About Fortuneswell
Fortuneswell is a village in Underhill on the Isle of Portland, in Dorset, England. It lies on steeply sloping land on the northern edge of the island, known as Underhill, where Chesil Beach connects the island to the mainland. Adjoining Fortuneswell are Chiswell to the west and Castletown to the north. Fortuneswell occupies the steeper land above sea level, whereas Chiswell and Castletown occupy flat land close to sea level, next to Chesil Beach and Portland Harbour respectively. Fortuneswell has a main shopping street, and along with Easton, is the main hub of the island's activities.
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| Population | 3,381 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.5603°, -2.4424° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.4 inches (797 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $47,577 |
| Median Age | 51.5 years |
About Fortuneswell
Fortuneswell is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 3,381. The city sits at an elevation of 184 feet (56 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Fortuneswell vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Fortuneswell vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,577 |
| 37% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $47,577 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $915 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 308 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 53.9% |
| Public Transit | 1.6% |
| Work from Home | 28.2% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $424,950 |
| 51% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,189 |
| 2% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 71.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 28.7% |
| Housing Units | 1,352 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 184 ft (56 m) |
| Area | 1,308.1 sq mi (3,388.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.5603°N, 2.4424°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2011 | PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND | Avalanche | 0.4 m | — | 40 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 3.7 in |
Fortuneswell has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 42°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (1.8").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 31.5% |
| 7% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 49.1% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1,308.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 53.9% |
| Public Transit | 1.6% |
| Work from Home | 28.2% |
Schools in Fortuneswell
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brackenbury Infant School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Fortuneswell
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xtra Hot | bournemouth, community | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Hot Gold | 70s, 80s | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Weymouth Rocks (Medium Bitrate) | punk, rock | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Abbey104 | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Wimborne | community radio station | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Ninesprings | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Alfred | community news | MP3 160 kbps |
Museums in Fortuneswell
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castletown D-Day Centre | ||||
| Dinosaur Museum | ||||
| Dorset Museum | ||||
| Mill House Cider Museum | ||||
| Nothe Fort | ||||
| Portland Museum | ||||
| Terracotta Warriors Museum | ||||
| The Keep Military Museum | ||||
| The Tank Museum | ||||
| The Tank Museum | ||||
| The Teddy Bear Museum | ||||
| The Tutankhamun Exhibition | ||||
| Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum | ||||
| Tudor House | ||||
| Weymouth Museum | ||||
| Weymouth Museum |
Libraries in Fortuneswell
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chickerell Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crossways Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dorchester Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Littlemoor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Puddletown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tank Museum Library and Archive | 0.0 | |||||
| Weymouth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wool Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Fortuneswell
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Market |
Hotels in Fortuneswell
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Fortuneswell
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Fortuneswell
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Fortuneswell
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Fortuneswell
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Fortuneswell
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Fortuneswell
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Fortuneswell
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Fortuneswell
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorset Brewing Company | ||||
| Dorset Brewing Company | ||||
| Dorset Piddle Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Fortuneswell
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Fortuneswell
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warmwell Snowsport Centre | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
| South Wilts Ski Club | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Fortuneswell
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bournemouth Airport | BOH | Medium Airport |
| MoD Boscombe Down | — | Medium Airport |
| RNAS Yeovilton | YEO | Medium Airport |
| Bagber Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Batch End Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club | — | Small Airport |
| Biss Brook Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bowerchalke Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bowerswaine Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Branscombe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Chalk Pyt Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Compton Abbas Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Compton Chamberlayne Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Curry Rivel Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Deptford 'Farm' Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Deptford Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field) | — | Small Airport |
| Edington Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Farway Common Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Godney Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Great House Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gutchpool Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Halesland Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Henstridge Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hermitage Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Langport Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lower Manor Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lower Withial Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lower-Durston Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Manor Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Melbury Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Middle Chinnock Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Middle Pymore Farm Airstrip (Private) | — | Small Airport |
| Middlegate Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Middlezoy Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Netheravon Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Newton Peveril Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Old Sarum Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Orchardleigh Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ranston Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| RNAS Merryfield | — | Small Airport |
| Spire-View Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Stancombe Farm Airstrip (Private) | — | Small Airport |
| Tracy Island Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Upavon Aerodrome | UPV | Small Airport |
| Warren Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Watchford Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Westonzoyland Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Wing Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Fortuneswell
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Reach West |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Fortuneswell
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints | |
| Church of Our Lady and Saint Andrew | |
| St George's | |
| St John The Baptist | |
| St Peter's Church | |
| Underhill Methodist Church | |
| United Reformed Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
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What is the population of Fortuneswell?
Fortuneswell has a population of 3,381 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,308.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.6% male.
Is Fortuneswell expensive to live in?
The median household income is $47,577, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $424,950 (51% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,189 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Fortuneswell?
Fortuneswell has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.4 inches.
How is the job market in Fortuneswell?
Fortuneswell has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $915. There are 308 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Fortuneswell?
The median home value in Fortuneswell is $424,950. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,189. The homeownership rate is 71.4%.
How are the schools in Fortuneswell?
31.5% of adults in Fortuneswell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.1% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Fortuneswell?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Fortuneswell is 2.9% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.4% Asian. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 7.1% of the population are military veterans. 5.1% of residents have a disability.