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Great Missenden, United Kingdom
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Great Missenden is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 7,227. Elevation: 433 ft (132 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
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About Great Missenden
Great Missenden is a village and civil parish in the Misbourne Valley of the Chiltern Hills, in Buckinghamshire, England. It is situated between the towns of Amersham and Wendover; it adjoins the village of Little Kingshill, and is 1 mile (1.6 km) from Little Missenden and the village of Prestwood. The village is now best known as home to the late Roald Dahl, the world-famous adult and children's author.
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| Population | 7,227 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 433 ft (132 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.7042°, -0.7080° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.6 inches (853 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.7 inches (7 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $54,978 |
| Median Age | 42.2 years |
About Great Missenden
Great Missenden is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 7,227. The city sits at an elevation of 433 feet (132 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Great Missenden vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Great Missenden vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,978 |
| 27% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $54,978 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,057 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 658 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 43.9% |
| Public Transit | 3.6% |
| Work from Home | 41.1% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $608,347 |
| 116% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,374 |
| 18% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 71.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 28.7% |
| Housing Units | 2,891 |
Property Tax
Climate in Great Missenden
Great Missenden has an average annual temperature of 11.7°C (53°F). The hottest month is Jul (19°C), the coldest is Jan (5.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 615 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.0°F |
| 2% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 223 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 433 ft (132 m) |
| Area | 761.6 sq mi (1,972.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.7042°N, 0.7080°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
Great Missenden has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 39°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and July the driest (1.7").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 41.0% |
| 22% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 56.7% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Total Area | 761.6 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 43.9% |
| Public Transit | 3.6% |
| Work from Home | 41.1% |
Schools in Great Missenden
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Kingshill Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| The Misbourne School | — | — | — | — |
| Prestwood Junior School | — | — | — | — |
| Great Missenden Church of England Combined School | — | — | — | — |
| Holmer Green First School and Pre-School | — | — | — | — |
| Lee Common Church of England School | — | — | — | — |
| Prestwood Infant School | — | — | — | — |
| Gateway School | — | — | — | — |
| Missenden Abbey Adult Education College | — | — | — | — |
| Holmer Green Senior School | — | — | — | — |
| Chiltern Way Academy Prestwood | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Great Missenden
27 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Hardcore | dj mixes, electronic | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Eirewave UK | 128 kbps, adfree | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Bedford Radio | classic hits, hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Stoke Mandeville Hospital Radio | hospital radio | MP3 | |
| BFBS Aldershot | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Hospital Radio Bedford | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Bloomberg UK | business, news | UNKNOWN | |
| CRMK | pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| BBC Radio Berkshire | bbc, berkshire | UNKNOWN | |
| Raiders Radio | dnb, drum and bass | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Bucks Radio | community radio, local news | MP3 | |
| Mix 92.6 (backup) | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Banita Maxx Radio | edm, hardstyle | MP3 | |
| BFBS UK | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Brooklands Radio | community radio, local news | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Mix 92.6 | community radio | MP3 | |
| Radio Xtra | 2000s, 2010s | MP3 | |
| Radio Christmas | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Insanity Radio | — | UNKNOWN 131 kbps | |
| Gold Dust Radio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Frimley Park | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RunnRadio | 80s, house | MP3 | |
| Data Transmission Radio | deep house, drum and bass | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Wey | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| in2Beats | classic soul | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Woking | — | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Hospital Radio Basingstoke | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Great Missenden
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amersham Museum | ||||
| Battle of Britain Bunker - RAF Uxbridge | ||||
| Berkshire Yeomanry Museum | ||||
| Buckinghamshire County Museum | ||||
| Buckinghamshire Railway Centre | ||||
| Chair Making Museum | ||||
| Chiltern Open Air Museum | ||||
| Colnbrook Museum | ||||
| Dacorum Heritage | ||||
| Eton Natural History Museum | ||||
| Haddenham Museum | ||||
| James McCudden Heritage Flight Centre | ||||
| Leighton Buzzard Railway Museum | ||||
| Maidenhead Heritage Centre | ||||
| Marlow Museum | ||||
| Milton's Cottage | ||||
| Museum of Antiquities | ||||
| National Paralympic Heritage Centre | ||||
| Natural History Museum at Tring | ||||
| Newground Farm | ||||
| Pann Mill | ||||
| Pitstone Green Museum | ||||
| Pug Yard Learning Centre | ||||
| Riverside Museum at Blake's Lock | ||||
| Riverside Museum at Blake's Lock | ||||
| Riverside Museum at Blake's Lock | ||||
| Riverside Museum at Blake's Lock | ||||
| Roald Dahl Children's Gallery | ||||
| Slough Museum | ||||
| Stanley Spencer Gallery | ||||
| The Paper Mill Museum | ||||
| The Paper Trail - The Paper Mill Museum | ||||
| The Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre | ||||
| Trenchard Museum | ||||
| Tring Local History Museum | ||||
| Windsor & Royal Borough Museum | ||||
| Wycombe Museum |
Libraries in Great Missenden
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amersham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Aylesbury Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beaconsfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Berkhamsted Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bourne End Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bovingdon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Boyn Grove Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brunel University Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burnham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chalfont St Giles Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chalfont St Peter Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chapter Archives and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chesham Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chinnor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chorleywood Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cippenham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cookham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cox Green Library | 0.0 | |||||
| D6 Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dedworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Farnham Common Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Flackwell Heath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gerrards Cross Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Great Missenden Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Haddenham Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Harefield Hospital Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hazlemere Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hemel Hempstead Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Henley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| High Wycombe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Houghton Regis Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Houghton Regis Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Iver Heath Village Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ivinghoe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| John H Dunning Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Langley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leighton Buzzard Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lewsey Community Centre and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Little Chalfont Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maidenhead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Marlow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Micklefield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Princes Risborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rickmansworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stokenchurch Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Britwell Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| the curve | 0.0 | |||||
| The Library & Resources Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Toddington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tring Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Twyford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wargrave Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wendover Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Drayton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Wycombe Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Windsor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wing Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Winslow Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Great Missenden
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Al Mubarak | |||||
| Amersham Market | |||||
| Amersham Market | |||||
| Arts and Craft market (Sundays) | |||||
| Berkhamsted Market | |||||
| Berko Boot Fair | |||||
| Chorleywood Car Boot | |||||
| Denham Giant Car Boot | |||||
| Falaise Square | |||||
| Market Place | |||||
| Marwa Halal Centre | |||||
| New Market | |||||
| Royal Shopping Centre | |||||
| Slough Foods Emporium | |||||
| Taplow Car Boot Sale (Sundays) | |||||
| The Arcade | |||||
| The Village |
Restaurants in Great Missenden
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Great Missenden
8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Great Missenden
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Great Missenden
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Great Missenden
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Great Missenden
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Great Missenden
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Great Missenden
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Binghams Brewery | ||||
| Binghams Brewery | ||||
| Fisher's Brewing Company | ||||
| Loddon Brewery | ||||
| Mad Squirrel | ||||
| Old Luxters | ||||
| Rebellion Beer Co. Ltd | ||||
| The Chiltern Brewery | ||||
| Windsor & Eton Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Great Missenden
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Great Missenden
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 Great Missenden
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| London Gatwick Airport | LGW | Large Airport |
| London Heathrow Airport | LHR | Large Airport |
| London Luton Airport | LTN | Large Airport |
| Blackbushe Airport | BBS | Medium Airport |
| Cranfield Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Farnborough Airport | FAB | Medium Airport |
| Lasham Airfield | — | Medium Airport |
| London Biggin Hill Airport | BQH | Medium Airport |
| London Oxford Airport | OXF | Medium Airport |
| RAF Benson | BEX | Medium Airport |
| RAF Northolt | NHT | Medium Airport |
| RAF Odiham | ODH | Medium Airport |
| Armshold Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Baileys Fram Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Barnfield Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Barton Ashes Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Baynard's Park Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bedford Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Benington Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bernwood Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Berry Grove Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bicester Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bovingdon Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Brimpton Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Brockwood Bottom Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Brooklands Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Brooklands Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Buttermilk Hall Farm | — | Small Airport |
| Cardington Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Chalgrove Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Cheddington Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Chelworth House Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Chesham Vale Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Chilbolton Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Chilsfold Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Chipstead Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Coldharbour Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Coleman Green Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Colemore Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Colthrop Manor Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Cottered Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Croughton Manor Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dalkeith Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Danehill Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Denham Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Drayton Home Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Drayton St Leonard Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Dunsfold Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Dysons Osiers Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Earwig Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Great Missenden
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Great Missenden Post Office | |
| Post Office Great Missenden Bucks | |
| Prestwood Village Stores | |
| Samways |
Treatment Centers in Great Missenden
31 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Adult ICU | ||
| Antenatal and Postnatal wards | ||
| Breast Screening | ||
| Breast Unit entrance A | ||
| Breast Unit entrance B | ||
| Cardiac Centre - Ground floor | ||
| Cardiology/ECG 1st floor | ||
| Chemotherapy | ||
| Children's Outpatients | ||
| Day Assessment Unit | ||
| Eye Clinic | ||
| Imaging | ||
| L&D Bariatrics and Rheumatology | ||
| L&D Orthopaedic | ||
| Limb fitting | ||
| Luton Chiropratic Clinic | ||
| Maternity | ||
| Maternity Triage | ||
| Mortuary | ||
| NICU | ||
| Outpatients | ||
| Paeds ED | ||
| Pre Op | ||
| SSSU | ||
| Theatres 7-14 | ||
| Urology | ||
| Ward 34 | ||
| Wards 20 - 26 | ||
| Yeldall Manor | ||
| Zone E | ||
| Zone H |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Great Missenden
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Great Missenden Baptist Church | |
| Holy Trinity Prestwood | |
| Immaculate Heart of Mary | |
| Kingshill Baptist Church | |
| Lee Common Methodist Church | |
| Old Church of St John the Baptist | |
| Prestwood Methodist Church | |
| Saint John the Baptist | |
| Saint Peter and Saint Paul | |
| Speen Baptist Chapel | |
| St Mary Magdalene, Little Hampden | |
| St Mary's | |
| Zion Strict Baptist Chapel |
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What is the population of Great Missenden?
Great Missenden has a population of 7,227 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 761.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.
Is Great Missenden expensive to live in?
The median household income is $54,978, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $608,347 (116% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,374 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Great Missenden?
Great Missenden has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 33.6 inches, with 2.7 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Great Missenden?
Great Missenden has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,057. There are 658 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Great Missenden?
The median home value in Great Missenden is $608,347. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,374. The homeownership rate is 71.3%.
How are the schools in Great Missenden?
41.0% of adults in Great Missenden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 56.7% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Great Missenden?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Great Missenden is 7.7% White, 1.9% Black or African American, 14.6% Asian. 90.8% of residents speak only English at home. 3.4% of the population are military veterans. 3.3% of residents have a disability.