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Gosberton, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Gosberton is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,764. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,764 Population 5/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
23.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$41,067 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$41,067 median income, 4.2% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$288,827 home value, $1,027/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Gosberton

Gosberton

Gosberton is a village and civil parish in the South Holland district of Lincolnshire, England. It is situated 9 miles (14.5 km) south-west of Boston, 6 miles (10 km) north of Spalding and 9 miles (14 km) north-west of Holbeach. The parish includes the villages and hamlets of Gosberton Clough and Risegate, Westhorpe and Gosberton Cheal. The population of Gosberton, which was approximately 2,500, increased to 2,958 at the 2011 Census.

People

Population1,764
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 12%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,067
Per Capita$41,067
Unemployment4.2%

Housing

C+
Home Value$288,827
Rent$1,027
Ownership70.7%
Housing Units706

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain23.2 in/yr
Sunny Days294/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.1%
High School+36.1%

Community

Population1,764
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates52.8691°, -0.1610°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation23.2 inches (589 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$41,067
Median Age46.2 years

About Gosberton

Gosberton is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,764. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Gosberton has a population of 1,764 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 350.6 square miles. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.9% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly White (12.1%), with 1.7% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.6% of residents. 5.6% of the population are veterans. 5.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,764
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above United Kingdom avg
350.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.9%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 88.6%
13% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 11.4%

Social Characteristics

Gosberton vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Gosberton is $41,067, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,067. The average weekly wage is $790, 45% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 161 business establishments. 17.6% of workers work from home.

Income: Gosberton vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$41,067
45% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$41,067
Avg Weekly Wage$790

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)161

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone63.9%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home17.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Gosberton is $288,827, 2% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,027 (12% below the national average of $1,163). 70.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 706 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$288,827
2% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,027
12% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.7%
Owner-Occupied70.7%
Renter-Occupied29.4%
Housing Units706

Property Tax

Climate in Gosberton

Gosberton has an average annual temperature of 10.8°C (51°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.4°C), the coldest is Jan (4.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.2°C / 40°F 1.5° / 7° 0.0
Feb 4.9°C / 41°F 1.8° / 7.9° 0.0
Apr 9.2°C / 49°F 4.8° / 13.7° 0.0
May 12°C / 54°F 7.6° / 16.4° 0.0
Jun 15°C / 59°F 10.8° / 19.3° 0.0
Jul 17.4°C / 63°F 12.7° / 22.1° 0.0
Aug 17.1°C / 63°F 12.6° / 21.6° 0.0
Sep 14.5°C / 58°F 10.1° / 18.9° 0.0
Oct 11.2°C / 52°F 7.7° / 14.7° 0.0
Nov 7.4°C / 45°F 4.4° / 10.5° 0.0
Dec 5.4°C / 42°F 2.6° / 8.2° 0.0
Gosberton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 294 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 23.2 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days294 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area350.6 sq mi (907.9 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates52.8691°N, 0.1610°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.2"
39% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.20"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

38 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 M4.8 140 km
Feb 27, 2008 1 km NNE of Market Rasen, United Kingdom M4.8 60 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 87 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 47 km
Jun 9, 2018 7 km NNE of Withernsea, United Kingdom M4.1 104 km
Dec 21, 2000 38 km NNE of Cromer, United Kingdom M4.0 122 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 118 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 41 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 140 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 137 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 73 km
Sep 20, 1994 55 km NE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M3.6 147 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 42 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 148 km
Jan 30, 2002 25 km NNE of Sheringham, United Kingdom M3.4 103 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 52 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 145 km
Mar 4, 1990 2 km N of Great Haywood, United Kingdom M3.3 123 km
Jan 21, 1999 4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom M3.3 29 km
Feb 20, 1995 England, United Kingdom M3.3 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in Wettest
September 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
October 51°F (10°C) 1.9 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.1 in
December 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in

Gosberton has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.2") and February the driest (1.5").

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20.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 40% below the national average of 33.7%. 36.1% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.1%
40% below United Kingdom avg
High School+36.1%
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area350.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone63.9%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home17.6%

Schools in Gosberton

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Gosberton Academy
Gosberton House Academy
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Radio Stations near Gosberton

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Boomerang Radio MP3
Magna Radio classic hits, hits MP3
Lincs Sound 00s, 10s UNKNOWN
Heart Peterborough charts, pop MP3 128 kbps
Magna Mix classic hits, hits MP3
Heckington Living Community Radio MP3 128 kbps
Time 2 Chill Radio chillout, downtempo MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Gosberton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ayscoughfee Hall Museum
Baldocks Mill
BBMF Visitor Centre
Boston Guildhall
Chain Bridge Forge Museum
Delaine Bus Museum
Gordon Boswell Romany Museum
Museum of Technology
North Ings Farm Museum
Sleaford Museum
Spalding Gentlemans Society
Tattershall Castle
The Bubblecar Museum
The Pinchbeck Engine Museum of Land Drainage
Thorney Museum
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Libraries in Gosberton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Boston Library0.0
Bourne Library0.0
Community Access Centre and Library0.0
Crowland Library0.0
Deeping Library0.0
Donington Library0.0
Holbeach Library0.0
Kirton Library0.0
Pinchbeck Library0.0
Ruskington Library0.0
Sleaford Library0.0
Spalding Library0.0
Werrington Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Gosberton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Boston Marketplace
Bourne Market
Stickney Car Boot Sale

Breweries in Gosberton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
8 Sail Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Gosberton

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Gosberton

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cambridge City AirportCBGMedium Airport
Humberside AirportHUYMedium Airport
RAF Barkston HeathMedium Airport
RAF ConingsbyQCYMedium Airport
RAF CranwellMedium Airport
RAF LakenheathLKZMedium Airport
RAF MarhamKNFMedium Airport
RAF MildenhallMHZMedium Airport
RAF WaddingtonWTNMedium Airport
RAF WitteringMedium Airport
(Duplicete)East Kirkby AirfieldSmall Airport
Acthorpe Top Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Armshold Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Ashley's Field AirstripSmall Airport
Bakersfield AirstripSmall Airport
Barnfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bedford AerodromeSmall Airport
Bedwell Hey Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Beeches Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Black Spring Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Blackmoor Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Boston AerodromeSmall Airport
Boughton North AirfieldSmall Airport
Brookfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brooklands Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bucknall AirfieldSmall Airport
Cadwell Park Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Caunton AirfieldSmall Airport
Chatteris AirfieldSmall Airport
Coldharbour Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Cottage Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Cowbit AirstripSmall Airport
Croft AirstripSmall Airport
Crowland Glider FieldSmall Airport
Cuxwold AirfieldSmall Airport
Dalkeith Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Darlton Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Decoy Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Deenethorpe AirfieldSmall Airport
Drayton Home Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Earwig Farm AirstripSmall Airport
East Kirkby AirfieldSmall Airport
East Winch AirstripSmall Airport
Eastfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Easton Maudit AirstripSmall Airport
Exning AirstripSmall Airport
Fen End Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Fenland AirfieldSmall Airport
Forwood Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Furze Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Gosberton

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Surfleet Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gosberton

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
cemetery chapel
Gosberton Baptist Church
Gosberton Methodist Church
Risegate Methodist Church
St. Peter & St. Paul

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Gosberton

What is the population of Gosberton?

Gosberton has a population of 1,764 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 350.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.9% female and 49.2% male.

Is Gosberton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $41,067, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $288,827 (2% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,027 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Gosberton?

Gosberton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 294 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.2 inches.

How is the job market in Gosberton?

Gosberton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $790. There are 161 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Gosberton?

The median home value in Gosberton is $288,827. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,027. The homeownership rate is 70.7%.

How are the schools in Gosberton?

20.1% of adults in Gosberton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 36.1% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Gosberton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Gosberton is 12.1% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 1.7% Asian. 88.6% of residents speak only English at home. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 5.7% of residents have a disability.

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