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Greenhead, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Greenhead is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 385. Elevation: 591 ft (180 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.4 /5.0
A Great
385 Population 0/sq mi density
591 ft Elevation 180 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
54.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$47,906 Median Income
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$47,906 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,171 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population385
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density0/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,906
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment5.3%

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,171
Rent$1,249
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units154

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain54.1 in/yr
Sunny Days206/yr
Elevation591 ft (180 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population385
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation591 ft (180 m)
Coordinates54.9667°, -2.5167°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation54.1 inches (1,375 mm)
Annual Snowfall13.0 inches (33 cm)
Median Household Income$47,906
Median Age40.6 years

About Greenhead

Greenhead is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 385. The city sits at an elevation of 591 feet (180 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Greenhead has a population of 385 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,126.8 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents.

Population

385
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
2,126.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Greenhead vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Greenhead is $47,906, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 35 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Greenhead vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$47,906
36% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,944
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)35

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenhead is $54,171, 81% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 154 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,171
81% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,249
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units154

Property Tax

Greenhead experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 206 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 13.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 591 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days206 days/yr

Geography

Elevation591 ft (180 m)
Area2,126.8 sq mi (5,508.4 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates54.9667°N, 2.5167°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.1"
42% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 13.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.90"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.80"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.8 on Jan 23, 2020.

Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 95 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 105 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 133 km
Jun 26, 1993 5 km WSW of High Bentham, United Kingdom M3.0 97 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 73 km
Jan 23, 2020 1 km NW of Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom M2.8 87 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 29 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 41 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 4.9 in Wettest
February 37°F (3°C) 3.5 in Coldest
March 39°F (4°C) 3.9 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.8 in Driest
May 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.9 in
July 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in Warmest
August 56°F (14°C) 3.6 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.8 in
October 47°F (8°C) 4.4 in
November 41°F (5°C) 4.7 in
December 37°F (3°C) 4.8 in

Greenhead has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 37°F in February to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.9") and April the driest (2.8").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density0/sq mi
Total Area2,126.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Greenhead

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Gilsland CofE Primary School
Greenhead Church of England Nursery and Primary School
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Radio Stations near Greenhead

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
JFSR - Jazz Funk Soul Radio funk, jazz AAC 320 kbps
HearMe - 00s rock 00s rock, 00’s rock MP3
frisk radio guilty Pleasures northeast music AAC
Golden Decades Radio 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
Hear Me top pop pop, pop music MP3

Museums in Greenhead

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bewcastle Museum
Birdoswald Roman Fort and Study Centre
Housesteads Museum
Killhope Lead Mining Museum
Mr George's Museum of Time
Nenthead Mines
Roman Army Museum
The Hub
Vindolanda Museum

Libraries in Greenhead

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alston Local Link0.0
Brampton Library0.0
Hallbankgate Library0.0
Haltwhistle Library and Information Centre0.0

Farmers Markets in Greenhead

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Haltwistle Makers Market

Hotels in Greenhead

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gilsland Hall Hotel
Greenhead Hotel

Restaurants in Greenhead

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

House of Meg Cafe
Slack House Organic Farm cafe
Ye Olde Forge Tea Rooms

Cafes in Greenhead

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Walltown National Park Centre

Castles in Greenhead

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Featherstone Castle

Golf Courses in Greenhead

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Haltwhistle Golf Club

Breweries in Greenhead

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Twice Brewed Brew House

Airports Near Greenhead

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Carlisle Lake District AirportCAXMedium Airport
RAF SpadeadamMedium Airport
Athey's Moor AirfieldSmall Airport
Bedlands Gate AirfieldSmall Airport
Berrier AirstripSmall Airport
Bywell AirfieldSmall Airport
Charterhall AirfieldSmall Airport
Currock Hill Glider FieldSmall Airport
Eccles Newton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Ewesley AirstripSmall Airport
FinglandSmall Airport
Glassonby AirfieldSmall Airport
Kirkbride AirfieldSmall Airport
Lartington Moor AirstripSmall Airport
Lempitlaw Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Loadman Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Midlem AirstripSmall Airport
Milfield Glider FieldSmall Airport
Nether Huntlywood AirstripSmall Airport
Park Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Ravensworth Private AirstripSmall Airport
Selby House Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Skelling Farm Glider FieldSmall Airport
Staindrop Private AirstripSmall Airport

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Greenhead

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Frontiers of the Roman EmpireCultural1987

Churches & Religious Organizations in Greenhead

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Gilsland Methodist Church
St Cuthbert
St Mary & St Patrick Church, Lambley
St Mary Magdalene

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Greenhead

Frontiers of the Roman Empire
Cultural · inscribed 1987
The ‘Roman Limes’ represents the border line of the Roman Empire at its greatest extent in the 2nd century AD. It stretched over 5,000 km from the Atlantic coast of northern Britain, through Europe to the Black Sea, and from there to the Red Sea and across Nor...

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 Greenhead

What is the population of Greenhead?

Greenhead has a population of 385 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 2,126.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Greenhead expensive to live in?

The median household income is $47,906, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $54,171 (81% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Greenhead?

Greenhead has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 206 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.1 inches, with 13.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Greenhead?

The unemployment rate in Greenhead is 5.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 35 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Greenhead?

The median home value in Greenhead is $54,171. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Greenhead?

50.0% of adults in Greenhead hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Greenhead?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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