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Gosport, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Gosport is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 70,793. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
70,793 Population 7,253/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
44.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$47,066 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$47,066 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$292,459 home value, $1,177/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population70,793
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density7,253/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans12.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,066
Per Capita$47,066
Unemployment5.1%

Housing

B
Home Value$292,459
Rent$1,177
Ownership64.8%
Housing Units28,317

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days229/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.8%
High School+44.6%

Community

Population70,793
Population Density7,253 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates50.7951°, -1.1290°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation44.5 inches (1,130 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.7 inches (14 cm)
Median Household Income$47,066
Median Age43.7 years

About Gosport

Gosport is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 70,793. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Gosport has a population of 70,793 with a density of 7,253 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. The city is predominantly White (3%), with 2.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.1% of residents. 12.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 5.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

70,793
Total Population
7,253
People / sq mi
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above United Kingdom avg
9.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.1%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.9%

Social Characteristics

Gosport vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Gosport is $47,066, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,066 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $905, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 346 business establishments, including 114 restaurants. 23.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Gosport vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$47,066
37% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$47,066
Avg Weekly Wage$905

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)346

Business (County)

Restaurants114
Healthcare34
Retail15

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone52.0%
Public Transit3.5%
Work from Home23.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Gosport is $292,459, 4% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,177 (1% above the national average of $1,163). 64.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 28,317 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$292,459
4% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,177
1% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.8%
Owner-Occupied64.8%
Renter-Occupied35.2%
Housing Units28,317

Property Tax

Climate in Gosport

Gosport has an average annual temperature of 11.3°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.5°C), the coldest is Jan (4.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 873 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.6°C / 40°F -2.6° / 12° 72.6
Feb 6.5°C / 44°F -1° / 13.2° 76.2
Mar 7.3°C / 45°F -0.4° / 15.7° 72.3
Apr 8.9°C / 48°F -0.9° / 18.8° 46.9
May 12.4°C / 54°F 3.5° / 21.3° 48.7
Jun 16°C / 61°F 7° / 27.2° 54.0
Jul 18.3°C / 65°F 9.9° / 30.4° 56.6
Aug 18.5°C / 65°F 10° / 29.5° 54.5
Sep 16.1°C / 61°F 5.9° / 27.6° 72.2
Oct 12.5°C / 55°F 4° / 19.9° 124.0
Nov 8.3°C / 47°F 0.1° / 15.5° 95.0
Dec 6.4°C / 44°F -1.5° / 13.1° 100.3
Gosport experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 229 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. The area receives 5.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days229 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area9.8 sq mi (25.3 km²)
Population Density7,253/sq mi
Coordinates50.7951°N, 1.1290°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.5"
17% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 5.7"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.66"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

28 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.0 on May 19, 2019.

Oct 6, 1999 34 km NNW of Fécamp, France M4.6 129 km
Jul 14, 2011 62 km SSE of Ventnor, United Kingdom M3.9 80 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 134 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 141 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 134 km
Sep 23, 2003 41 km WNW of Étretat, France M3.6 119 km
Sep 24, 2003 22 km WNW of Cauville-sur-Mer, France M3.5 141 km
Jun 16, 1998 18 km NNW of Yport, France M3.3 138 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 18 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 134 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 74 km
May 19, 2019 7 km ESE of Swanage, United Kingdom M3.0 57 km
Nov 26, 1991 50 km N of Urville-Nacqueville, France M3.0 84 km
Aug 26, 2002 40 km NNW of Étretat, France M3.0 115 km
Mar 18, 2001 8 km W of Marlborough, United Kingdom M2.9 87 km
Jan 27, 2015 1 km ENE of Winchester, United Kingdom M2.9 33 km
Mar 23, 1998 11 km W of Chickerell, United Kingdom M2.9 110 km
Jul 16, 2005 3 km WSW of Southwater, United Kingdom M2.9 57 km
Dec 31, 1992 38 km WNW of Étretat, France M2.8 124 km
Apr 1, 2018 4 km E of Holmwood, United Kingdom M2.7 74 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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 - 136 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.6 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 2.1 in Warmest
September 58°F (15°C) 2.8 in
October 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 3.6 in

Gosport has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 40°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (1.7").

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24.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 26% below the national average of 33.7%. 44.6% have completed high school. 34 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.8%
26% below United Kingdom avg
High School+44.6%
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density7,253/sq mi
Total Area9.8 sq mi

Services

Healthcare Facilities34
Restaurants114
Retail Stores15

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone52.0%
Public Transit3.5%
Work from Home23.0%

Schools in Gosport

15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
King's Academy Brune Park - - - -
Gomer Infant and Junior School - - - -
King's Academy Bay House - - - -
Alverstoke Community Infant and Pre-School - - - -
Alverstoke Church of England Aided Junior School - - - -
Brockhurst Infant School - - - -
Brockhurst Primary School - - - -
Elson Infant School - - - -
Elson Junior School - - - -
Haselworth Primary School - - - -
Leesland Church of England Junior School - - - -
Leesland Church of England Infant School - - - -
Newtown Primary School - - - -
St John's Primary School - - - -
St Mary's Catholic Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Gosport

16 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
60s Swinging Radio classic hits 60s 70a 80s, israeli pop oldies MP3 96 kbps
Swinging radio 60s 60s, sixties MP3 96 kbps
Isle of Wight Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Express FM Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Christmas Radio (MP3) christmas music MP3 128 kbps
Angel Radio (HQ) nostalgia, oldies MP3 96 kbps
Capital FM South Coast 103.2 commercial, pop MP3 128 kbps
BFBS Aldershot - AAC+ 64 kbps
Angel Radio - MP3 96 kbps
Outreach Radio - AAC 32 kbps
Southampton Hospital Radio - MP3 128 kbps
HearMe - Classic Rock classic rock MP3
Shine Radio - AAC+ 96 kbps
Winchester Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Overton Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Hospital Radio Basingstoke - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Gosport

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bembridge Heritage Centre
Bishop's Waltham Museum
Brading Railway Heritage Centre
Bursledon Brickworks
Bursledon Brickworks
Carisbrooke Castle Museum
Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum
City Museum
Cowes Maritime Museum
Cumberland House Natural History Museum
D-Day Museum
Dinosaur Farm Museum
Dinosaur Isle
Eastney Beam Engine House
Eastney Gas Engine House
Emsworth Museum
Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower
Fort Brockhurst
Fort Nelson
Genesis Expo
Gosport Museum
Hovercraft Museum
Isle of Wight Bus & Coach Museum
Isle of Wight Glass Museum
Isle of Wight Postal Museum
Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Landing Craft LCT 7074
Lilliput Doll and Toy Museum
Little Woodham Living History Village
Little Woodham Living History Village
Longshoreman's Museum
Mary Rose Museum
Motoring in Miniature - On Tour
Museum of Island History
Newport Roman Villa
Old Town Hall
Osborne House Swiss Cottage Museum
Petersfield Museum
Royal Military Police Museum
Royal Naval Museum
Royal Navy Submarine Museum
Royal Victoria Hospital Museum
Royal Victoria Hospital Museum
Ryde District Heritage Centre
Shears Mill
Shears Mill
Sir Max Aitken Museum
Southsea Castle
St Thomas Church (Heritage Centre)
The Diving Museum
The Gallery
The National Poo Museum
The Shipwreck Centre
The Wight Military and Heritage Museum
Train Story
Ventnor Heritage Museum
West End Museum
West End Museum
Westbury Manor Museum
Wight Aviation Museum
WW1 Remembrance Centre

Libraries in Gosport

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alderman Lacey Library0.0
Alderman Lacey Library0.0
Beddow Library0.0
Bembridge Library0.0
Bishop's Waltham Library0.0
Bitterne Library0.0
Bridgemary Library0.0
Bridgemary Library0.0
Bridgemary Library0.0
Carnegie Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Chandler's Ford Library0.0
Cobbett Road Library0.0
Cosham Library0.0
Cowes Library0.0
East Cowes Community Library0.0
Eastleigh Library0.0
Eastleigh Library0.0
Elson Library0.0
Emsworth Library0.0
Fair Oak Community Library0.0
Fareham Library0.0
Gosport Discovery Centre0.0
Gosport Discovery Centre0.0
Havant Library0.0
Havant Library0.0
Hayling Island Library0.0
Hedge End Library0.0
Horndean Library0.0
Leigh Park Library0.0
Lockswood Library0.0
Lord Louis Library0.0
Netley Library0.0
Niton Library0.0
North End Library0.0
North End Library0.0
Petersfield Library0.0
Portchester Library0.0
Portchester Library0.0
Ryde Library0.0
Ryde Library0.0
Sandown Library0.0
Shanklin Community Library0.0
Southbourne Library0.0
Southsea LIbrary0.0
Southsea LIbrary0.0
Stubbington Library0.0
Thornhill Library0.0
Thornhill Library0.0
University of Portsmouth Library0.0
Ventnor Library0.0
Waterlooville Library and Learning Centre0.0
West End Library0.0
West End Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Gosport

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bumbles
Chesapeake Mill
Fareham Market
Fareham Market
Ryde Market
Ryde Market
Waterlooville Pop up Shop

Hotels in Gosport

5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alverbank Hotel
Anglesey Hotel
Premier Inn
The Old Lodge
Travelodge

Restaurants in Gosport

12 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bobby's
Katies Vinyl
Magic Wok
Millennium Balti
New Bengal
Spice Lounge
Suphawadi
T&J
The Great Wall
The Seahorse
Trinity's at the Lightship
Trinity's Haslar

Cafes in Gosport

28 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

33 Green Bottles
Baps And Burritos
Broadway Bake & Sandwich Bar
Brothers
Camber Lights Cafe
Coffee#1
Costa
Costa
Craft Coffee House
Dee Dee's Family Cafe
Dolly's Tea Room
First Light Trust
Frydays
Gail's
Kings Dinner
Lakeside Cafe & Bar
Lucky Star
Margarita's Tea Room
Morrisons Cafe
Pebbles
Poppins
Starbucks
Sweet Unique
The Crew Mess Cafe
Tilly's
Trash Cafe
Vanilla Bean Patisserie
Victoriana's

Monuments in Gosport

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Millennium Sundial

Clinics in Gosport

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Christian Care
Waterside Medical Centre

Dentists in Gosport

4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Avenue Dental Care
Millennium
mydentist
Twenty Dental Care

Veterinaries in Gosport

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alver Vets

Bus Stations in Gosport

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gosport Bus Interchange

Gas Stations in Gosport

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
GB #49341268
Shell

Banks in Gosport

7 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barclays
Halifax
HSBC UK
Lloyds Bank
Nationwide
NatWest
Santander

Gyms in Gosport

5 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness
Curves
GB #488946672
GB #496359814
The Link - Kings Academy Bay House

Golf Courses in Gosport

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gosport & Stokes Bay Golf Course

Breweries in Gosport

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bowman Ales
Fallen Acorn Brewing Co
Fallen Acorn Brewing Co
Goddards Brewery
Irving Brewers
Irving Brewers
Isle of Wight Brewery Ltd
Make Make
Make Make
Staggeringly Good
Staggeringly Good
The Emsworth Brewery
The Emsworth Brewery
The Emsworth Brewery
The Southsea Brewing Company
The Southsea Brewing Company
Upham Brewery
Urban Island
Urban Island
Wight Knuckle Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Gosport

TeamLeagueDivision
Silverlake Stadium
Utilita Bowl

Ski Resorts Near Gosport

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Southampton Alpine Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Gosport

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Heathrow AirportLHRLarge Airport
Blackbushe AirportBBSMedium Airport
Bournemouth AirportBOHMedium Airport
Farnborough AirportFABMedium Airport
Lasham Airfield-Medium Airport
MoD Boscombe Down-Medium Airport
RAF OdihamODHMedium Airport
Southampton AirportSOUMedium Airport
Barton Ashes Airstrip-Small Airport
Batchley Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Baynard's Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Bembridge AirportBBPSmall Airport
Bere Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Berry Grove Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Binstead Airfield-Small Airport
Bognor Regis Lec Airfield-Small Airport
Bossington Airstrip-Small Airport
Bowden Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bowford Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brimpton Airfield-Small Airport
Brockwood Bottom Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brooklands Aerodrome-Small Airport
Chilbolton Airfield-Small Airport
Chilsfold Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Clench Common Airfield-Small Airport
Colemore Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Colthrop Manor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Denford Manor Airstrip-Small Airport
Draycot Farm Aerodrome-Small Airport
Dunsfold Aerodrome-Small Airport
Englefield Airstrip-Small Airport
Fairoaks Airport-Small Airport
Farley Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Firs Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Fowler's Field Airstrip-Small Airport
Fowler's Field Airstrip-Small Airport
Freshwater Fruit Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Frieslands Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Goodwood AerodromeQUGSmall Airport
Greenlease Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hadfold Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Harpsden Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Hatchgate Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Haw Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Herridge Gallops / Collingbourne Ducis Airfield-Small Airport
Hill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hill Top Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Homestead Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hopkiln Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Idsworth Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Gosport

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Alverstoke Post Office
Gosport Post Office
Palmyra Road Post Office
Whitworth Road Post Office

Treatment Centers in Gosport

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Inclusion
Peartree House Neurological Rehabilitation Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gosport

19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Brockhurst Baptist Church
Christ Church
Church of the Holy Trinity
Gosport Family Church
Gosport Methodist Church
Gosport Spiritualist Church
Solent Evangelical Church
St Ambrose Church
St Columba's United Reformed Church
St Faith's Church
St Francis
St John the Evangelist
St Joseph's RC Church
St Luke's Church
St Mary's Church
St Thomas the Apostle
St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church
The Salvation Army - Gosport
United Reformed Church

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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

Around Gosport

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 65
Hospitals 7
Pharmacies 27
Restaurants 114
Cafes 125
Bars 21
Supermarkets 15
Banks 22
Museums 5
Hotels 15
Libraries 6
Parks 77
Police Stations 3
Places of Worship 8

Things to See Near Gosport

88 places within 15 km

⚱️ Archaeological Sites (29)
  • • Bastion 1 Hilsea Lines
  • • Bastion 3, Hilsea Lines
  • • Bastion 4, Hilsea Lines
  • • Bastion 5, Hilsea Lines
  • • Bembridge - Langstone Ferry dock (remains)
  • + 24 more
🏖️ Beaches (9)
  • • Bembridge Point Beach
  • • Calshot Beach
  • • East Winner
  • • Eastney Beach
  • • Gurnard Beach
  • + 4 more
🏰 Castles (6)
  • • Calshot Castle
  • • Cowes Castle - Royal Yacht Squadron
  • • Osborne House, Garden and Grounds
  • • Portchester Castle
  • • Spitbank Fort
  • + 1 more
🕳️ Caves (3)
  • • Cooper Shelter
  • • London Road Tunnel Shelter
  • • Underground Radio Station
🛡️ Forts (21)
  • • Eastney Battery East
  • • Eastney Battery West
  • • Farlington Redoubt
  • • Fort Blockhouse
  • • Fort Brockhurst
  • + 16 more
🗼 Lighthouses (2)
  • • Egypt Point Light (Disused)
  • • Gilkicker Point
⛰️ Peaks (2)
  • • Arreton Down
  • • Bembridge Down
🏛️ Ruins (16)
  • • Brading Sea Wall
  • • Culver Down Battery
  • • Culver Down Battery
  • • Emsworth Oyster Beds (Victorian, remains)
  • • Havant New Station (site of)
  • + 11 more

🇬🇧 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 Gosport

What is the population of Gosport?

Gosport has a population of 70,793 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 7,253 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Gosport expensive to live in?

The median household income is $47,066, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $292,459 (4% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,177 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Gosport?

Gosport has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 44.5 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Gosport?

The unemployment rate in Gosport is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $905. There are 346 business establishments in the area, including 114 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Gosport?

The median home value in Gosport is $292,459. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,177. The homeownership rate is 64.8%.

How are the schools in Gosport?

24.8% of adults in Gosport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 44.6% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Gosport?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Gosport is 3% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 2.5% Asian. 97.1% of residents speak only English at home. 12.5% of the population are military veterans. 5.5% of residents have a disability.

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