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Godmanchester, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Godmanchester is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 6,506. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
6,506 Population 8,449/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
34.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$48,284 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$48,284 median income, 3.6% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$384,527 home value, $1,207/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Godmanchester

Godmanchester

Godmanchester is a town and civil parish in the Huntingdonshire district of Cambridgeshire, England. It is separated from Huntingdon, 1 mile (1.6 km) to the north, by the valley of the River Great Ouse. Being on the Roman road network the town has a long history. It has a waterside location and is surrounded by open countryside of high value for its biodiversity but it remains highly accessible, with a railway line to London, the A1 road and M11/A14, which run nearby.

People

Population6,506
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density8,449/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 7%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,284
Per Capita$48,284
Unemployment3.6%

Housing

C
Home Value$384,527
Rent$1,207
Ownership70.3%
Housing Units2,602

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.5%
High School+51.0%

Community

Population6,506
Population Density8,449 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates52.3194°, -0.1751°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation34.0 inches (864 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.0 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$48,284
Median Age43.2 years

About Godmanchester

Godmanchester is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 6,506. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Godmanchester has a population of 6,506 with a density of 8,449 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. The city is predominantly White (7.1%), with 1.3% Black, 4.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.7% of residents. 5.5% of the population are veterans. 4.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

6,506
Total Population
8,449
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above United Kingdom avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.7%
19% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 6.3%

Social Characteristics

Godmanchester vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Godmanchester is $48,284, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,284 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $929, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 592 business establishments. 34.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Godmanchester vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$48,284
36% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$48,284
Avg Weekly Wage$929

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)592

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone48.3%
Public Transit2.4%
Work from Home34.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Godmanchester is $384,527, 36% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,207 (4% above the national average of $1,163). 70.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,602 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$384,527
36% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,207
4% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.3%
Owner-Occupied70.3%
Renter-Occupied29.7%
Housing Units2,602

Property Tax

Godmanchester experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density8,449/sq mi
Coordinates52.3194°N, 0.1751°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.0"
11% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 3.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 2.13"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

36 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 M4.8 121 km
Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 136 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 70 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 75 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 98 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 58 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 105 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 113 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 59 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 11 km
Jan 30, 2002 25 km NNE of Sheringham, United Kingdom M3.4 136 km
Mar 4, 1990 2 km N of Great Haywood, United Kingdom M3.3 135 km
Jan 21, 1999 4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom M3.3 84 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 124 km
Feb 20, 1995 England, United Kingdom M3.3 149 km
Aug 19, 2003 1 km WSW of Finningley, United Kingdom M3.2 141 km
Sep 23, 2002 3 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M3.2 135 km
Feb 21, 2022 5 km N of Hockley, United Kingdom M3.2 122 km
Oct 2, 1999 5 km SSW of Cheadle, United Kingdom M3.2 142 km
Apr 5, 2008 3 km SSE of Middle Rasen, United Kingdom M3.1 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.8 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in Wettest
July 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.0 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.1 in
December 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in

Godmanchester has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 39°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (2.1") and February the driest (1.5").

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33.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% below the national average of 33.7%. 51.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.5%
1% below United Kingdom avg
High School+51.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density8,449/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone48.3%
Public Transit2.4%
Work from Home34.9%

Schools in Godmanchester

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Anne's Church of England Primary School
Godmanchester Community Academy
Godmanchester Bridge Academy
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Radio Stations near Godmanchester

14 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Eirewave UK 128 kbps, adfree MP3 128 kbps
Cam FM 97.2 MP3
Bedford Radio classic hits, hits MP3 128 kbps
Cambridge Radio jazz, pop MP3 128 kbps
Bloomberg UK business, news UNKNOWN
Hospital Radio Bedford MP3 128 kbps
Gabbie's Doo MP3 128 kbps
Black Cat Radio (US) MP3 128 kbps
Beat Route Radio MP3 128 kbps
Boomerang Radio MP3
in2Beats classic soul MP3 192 kbps
Heart Cambridge 103.0 hot adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
LoversRockRadio MP3 192 kbps
Heart Peterborough charts, pop MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Godmanchester

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chatteris Museum
Heritage Centre
Museum of Armed Police
Norris Museum
Ramsey Rural Museum
St Neots Museum
The Cromwell Museum
Whittlesey Museum

Libraries in Godmanchester

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bar Hill Library0.0
Biggleswade Library0.0
Buckden Library0.0
Cambourne Library0.0
Chatteris Library0.0
Comberton Library0.0
Community Information Centre0.0
Hampton Library and Leisure Centre0.0
Huntingdon Library and Archives0.0
LRC0.0
Melbourn Library (in The Hub)0.0
Orton Library0.0
Papworth Library0.0
Potton Library0.0
Ramsey Library0.0
Sandy Library0.0
Sawtry Library0.0
St Ives Library and Learning Centre0.0
St Neots Library0.0
Stanground Library0.0
Swavesey Library0.0
Warboys Library0.0
Whittlesey Library & Learning Centre0.0
Willingham Library0.0
Woodston Library0.0
Yaxley Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Godmanchester

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Car Boot Sale (seasonal)
Market Square

Restaurants in Godmanchester

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinta
Planet Spice

Cafes in Godmanchester

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Muddy Trowel Cafe
Pinnies
The Grand Piano

Dentists in Godmanchester

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Godmanchester Dental

Gas Stations in Godmanchester

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Breweries in Godmanchester

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Potton Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Godmanchester

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Godmanchester

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
The Snow Centre Hemel Hempstead 0.0 $0
Better Ski & Board Centre 0.0 $0
InPiste 0.0 $0

Airports Near Godmanchester

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Luton AirportLTNLarge Airport
London Stansted AirportSTNLarge Airport
Cambridge City AirportCBGMedium Airport
Cranfield AirportMedium Airport
RAF Barkston HeathMedium Airport
RAF CranwellMedium Airport
RAF LakenheathLKZMedium Airport
RAF MarhamKNFMedium Airport
RAF MildenhallMHZMedium Airport
RAF WitteringMedium Airport
Andrewsfield AerodromeSmall Airport
Armshold Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Audley End AirfieldSmall Airport
Bakersfield AirstripSmall Airport
Barnfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bedford AerodromeSmall Airport
Bedwell Hey Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Benington AirfieldSmall Airport
Bensons Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Black Spring Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Blooms Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Boston AerodromeSmall Airport
Boughton North AirfieldSmall Airport
Bovingdon AirstripSmall Airport
Brickwall Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brooklands Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bury Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Cardington AirstripSmall Airport
Chatteris AirfieldSmall Airport
Cheddington AirstripSmall Airport
Chesham Vale AirstripSmall Airport
Coldharbour Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Coleman Green AirstripSmall Airport
Cottage Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Cottered AirstripSmall Airport
Cowbit AirstripSmall Airport
Crowland Glider FieldSmall Airport
Dalkeith Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Decoy Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Deenethorpe AirfieldSmall Airport
Denham AerodromeSmall Airport
Drayton Home Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Duxford AerodromeSmall Airport
Dysons Osiers AirstripSmall Airport
Earwig Farm AirstripSmall Airport
East Winch AirstripSmall Airport
Easton Maudit AirstripSmall Airport
Elstree AirfieldSmall Airport
Exning AirstripSmall Airport
Fen End Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Godmanchester

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Godmanchester Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Godmanchester

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Godmanchester Baptist Church
Godmanchester Baptist Church Centre
St Mary The Virgin (Godmanchester Parish Church)

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 Godmanchester

What is the population of Godmanchester?

Godmanchester has a population of 6,506 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 8,449 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Godmanchester expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,284, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $384,527 (36% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,207 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Godmanchester?

Godmanchester has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 34.0 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Godmanchester?

Godmanchester has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $929. There are 592 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Godmanchester?

The median home value in Godmanchester is $384,527. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,207. The homeownership rate is 70.3%.

How are the schools in Godmanchester?

33.5% of adults in Godmanchester hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 51.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Godmanchester?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Godmanchester is 7.1% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 4.4% Asian. 93.7% of residents speak only English at home. 5.5% of the population are military veterans. 4.2% of residents have a disability.

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