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Gresford, United Kingdom

Wales · United Kingdom

Gresford is a small city in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 5,010. Elevation: 249 ft (76 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
5,010 Population 1,427/sq mi density
249 ft Elevation 76 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
45.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$44,762 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$44,762 median income, 5.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$265,714 home value, $1,119/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Gresford

Gresford

Gresford is a village and community in Wrexham County Borough, Wales.

People

Population5,010
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density1,427/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 5%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,762
Per Capita$44,762
Unemployment5.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$265,714
Rent$1,119
Ownership62.9%
Housing Units2,004

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Sunny Days207/yr
Elevation249 ft (76 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.1%
High School+45.1%

Community

Population5,010
Population Density1,427 / sq mi
Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Coordinates53.0854°, -2.9706°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation45.7 inches (1,161 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.2 inches (31 cm)
Median Household Income$44,762
Median Age42.9 years

About Gresford

Gresford is a small city in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 5,010. The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet (76 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Gresford has a population of 5,010 with a density of 1,427 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (5.4%), with 2.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.5% of residents. 4.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 6.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

5,010
Total Population
1,427
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above United Kingdom avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.5%
20% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 5.5%

Social Characteristics

Gresford vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Gresford is $44,762, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,762 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $861, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 456 business establishments. 18.2% of workers work from home.

Income: Gresford vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,762
40% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$44,762
Avg Weekly Wage$861

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)456

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone61.6%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home18.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Gresford is $265,714, 6% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,119 (4% below the national average of $1,163). 62.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,004 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$265,714
6% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,119
4% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership62.9%
Owner-Occupied62.9%
Renter-Occupied37.2%
Housing Units2,004

Property Tax

Gresford experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. The area receives 12.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days207 days/yr

Geography

Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.1 km²)
Population Density1,427/sq mi
Coordinates53.0854°N, 2.9706°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.7"
20% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 12.2"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.76"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

50 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 84 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 86 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 144 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 66 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 144 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 128 km
May 29, 2013 14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom M3.8 119 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 69 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 35 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 62 km
Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 120 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 78 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 149 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 121 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 32 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 149 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 67 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 70 km
Jul 29, 1992 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.5 95 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.2 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.0 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
July 60°F (16°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.8 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in

Gresford has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 39°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.8") and February the driest (1.7").

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29.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 14% below the national average of 33.7%. 45.1% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.1%
14% below United Kingdom avg
High School+45.1%
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,427/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone61.6%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home18.2%

Schools in Gresford

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Barkers Lane Community School - - - -
The Rofft C.P. School - - - -
All Saints Primary School - - - -
Park Community Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Gresford

17 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Deepvibes Radio deep house, mixes MP3 320 kbps
Radio Northwich local information, local music MP3 128 kbps
Beatles Radio (MP3) (US) 1960s, classic rock MP3 128 kbps
Liverpool Live Radio - MP3
Radio General (Warrington Hospital Radio) - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Leyland - MP3 128 kbps
Juice Liverpool - AAC+ 96 kbps
Mersey Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Arrowe Sound pop music, pop rock MP3 128 kbps
Dazzle FM - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Broadgreen ac, classic hits MP3 160 kbps
Hereme 2000s pop 2000's, pop MP3
Domes FM - AAC 64 kbps
Merseyland Alternative Radio classic rock, eclectic programming MP3 128 kbps
Panacea Radio funk, groove MP3
Circl8 Radio - MP3 320 kbps
Wrexham Premier Radio - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Gresford

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abbey Farm Museum
Buckley Library
Cambrian Railways Museum
Cheshire Military Museum
Chwarel Wynne Slate Mine
Dewa Roman Experience
Erddig Hall
Greenfield Valley Museum
Greenfield Valley Rail and Steam Museum
Grosvenor Museum
Hadlow Road Station
Llangollen Motor Museum
Llangollen Museum
Mold Library
National Waterways Museum Ellesmere Port
National Waterways Museum Ellesmere Port
Oswestry Town Museum
Plas Newydd
Sick To Death
Stori Brymbo
Stretton Water Mill
Wrexham and District Society of Model Engineers
Wrexham Archives
Wrexham Museum
WWII Museum
Xplore! Science Discovery Centre

Libraries in Gresford

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Blacon Libary0.0
Bromborough Civic Hall & Library0.0
Bromborough Civic Hall & Library0.0
Brymbo Library0.0
Buckley Library0.0
Cefn Mawr Library0.0
Chester Library0.0
Chirk Library0.0
Coleg Cambria, Yale Library0.0
Connah's Quay Library and Learning Centre0.0
Eastham Library0.0
Eastham Library0.0
Ellesmere Library0.0
Ellesmere Library0.0
Ellesmere Port Library0.0
Flint Library0.0
Frodsham Library0.0
Garden City Library0.0
Gladstone's Library0.0
Great Boughton Library0.0
Halkyn Library0.0
Helsby Community Library0.0
Heswall Library0.0
Library0.0
Little Sutton Library and Community Centre0.0
Llangollen Library0.0
Mancot Community Library0.0
Mold Library0.0
Mynydd Isa0.0
Neston Library0.0
Oswestry Library0.0
Overton Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Seaborne Library0.0
Tattenhall Library0.0
Upton library0.0
Vicars Cross Library0.0
Wem Library0.0
Wrexham Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Gresford

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Butchers' Market
Chester Market
Ellesmere Market Hall
Ellesmere Port Indoor Market
General Market
Jubilee Square
Market Square
Mold Indoor Market
Oswestry Town Market

Hotels in Gresford

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Premier Inn Wrexham

Restaurants in Gresford

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Croes Howell
Golden City
The Crown Inn

Monuments in Gresford

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gresford Colliery Disaster Monument

Train Stations in Gresford

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gresford (WDSME)

Gas Stations in Gresford

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gulf - Plas Acton Garage
Smithy View Service Station

Golf Courses in Gresford

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fore Golf Club
Wrexham Golf Club

Breweries in Gresford

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Llangollen Brewery
Spitting Feathers Brewery
Stonehouse Brewery
Wrexham Lager Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Gresford

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Gresford

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
The Snow Centre Manchester 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chill Factor e 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Gresford

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Liverpool John Lennon AirportLPLLarge Airport
Manchester AirportMANLarge Airport
Blackpool AirportBLKMedium Airport
Hawarden AirportCEGMedium Airport
RAF Cosford-Medium Airport
RAF Shawbury-Medium Airport
Warton AerodromeWRTMedium Airport
Arley Airfield-Small Airport
Ash House Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Ashcroft Airfield-Small Airport
Breidden Airfield-Small Airport
Bryn Gates Airfield-Small Airport
Bryngwyn Bach Airfield-Small Airport
Carr Valley Microlight Airfield-Small Airport
Chirk Airfield-Small Airport
Clotton airstrip UL-Small Airport
Dairy House Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Ditton Priors Airstrip-Small Airport
Fern Farm Airstrip UL-Small Airport
Forest Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Frandley House Airstrip-Small Airport
Hawksview Airstrip-Small Airport
Haydock Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Higher Barn Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Ince Blundell Microlight Airfield-Small Airport
Kenyon Hall Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Little Down Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lleweni Parc Glyndwr Soaring Club-Small Airport
Longford Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Manchester Barton Aerodrome-Small Airport
Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Midland Glider Club-Small Airport
Mill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Nantclwyd Airstrip-Small Airport
North Wales Gliding Club-Small Airport
Pear Tree Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Pencraig Airstrip-Small Airport
Peplow Airstrip-Small Airport
Pound Green Airfield-Small Airport
RAF Woodvale-Small Airport
Rhedyn Coch Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Sandford Hall Airstrip-Small Airport
Shifnal Airfield-Small Airport
Sleap Airfield-Small Airport
Tern Hill Airfield-Small Airport
The Plassey Airstrip-Small Airport
Tilstock Airfield-Small Airport
Trench Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Warrington Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Gresford

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Gresford Post Office
Llay Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gresford

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints' Church
Gresford Methodist Church
St Francis of Assisi
The Church of Saint Martin of Tours

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 Gresford

What is the population of Gresford?

Gresford has a population of 5,010 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1,427 people per square mile, spread across 3.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Gresford expensive to live in?

The median household income is $44,762, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $265,714 (6% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,119 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Gresford?

Gresford has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 45.7 inches, with 12.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Gresford?

The unemployment rate in Gresford is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $861. There are 456 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Gresford?

The median home value in Gresford is $265,714. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,119. The homeownership rate is 62.9%.

How are the schools in Gresford?

29.1% of adults in Gresford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 45.1% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Gresford?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Gresford is 5.4% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 2.2% Asian. 94.5% of residents speak only English at home. 4.6% of the population are military veterans. 6.2% of residents have a disability.

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