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Haltwhistle, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Haltwhistle is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 3,791. Elevation: 407 ft (124 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.4 /5.0
B Good
3,791 Population 2/sq mi density
407 ft Elevation 124 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
44.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$47,906 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$47,906 median income, 5.3% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$258,854 home value, $1,198/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Haltwhistle

Haltwhistle

Haltwhistle is a market town and civil parish in Northumberland, England, 23 miles east of Carlisle and 37 miles west of Newcastle upon Tyne. It had a population of 3,811 at the 2011 Census.

People

Population3,791
Median Age48.7 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

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

Housing

B+
Home Value$258,854
Rent$1,198
Ownership65.7%
Housing Units1,516

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation407 ft (124 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.7%
High School+48.5%

Community

Population3,791
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Coordinates54.9710°, -2.4568°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation44.5 inches (1,130 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$47,906
Median Age48.7 years

About Haltwhistle

Haltwhistle is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 3,791. The city sits at an elevation of 407 feet (124 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Haltwhistle has a population of 3,791 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,126.8 square miles. The median age is 48.7 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.9% male. The city is predominantly White (1.5%), with 1.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.5% of residents. 5.8% of the population are veterans. 6.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

3,791
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
48.7yrs
Median Age
25% above United Kingdom avg
2,126.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.2%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.5%
25% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 1.5%

Social Characteristics

Haltwhistle vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Haltwhistle is $47,906, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,906 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $921, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 345 business establishments. 27.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Haltwhistle vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$47,906
36% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$47,906
Avg Weekly Wage$921

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)345

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.1%
Public Transit3.4%
Work from Home27.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Haltwhistle is $258,854, 8% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,198 (3% above the national average of $1,163). 65.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,516 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$258,854
8% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,198
3% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.7%
Owner-Occupied65.7%
Renter-Occupied34.3%
Housing Units1,516

Property Tax

Haltwhistle experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 407 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below United Kingdom avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Geography

Elevation407 ft (124 m)
Area2,126.8 sq mi (5,508.4 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates54.9710°N, 2.4568°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.5"
17% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.88"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.72"

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 96 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 103 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 135 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 77 km
Jan 23, 2020 1 km NW of Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom M2.8 84 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 32 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 44 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 4.9 in Coldest, Wettest
February 37°F (3°C) 3.4 in
March 39°F (4°C) 3.9 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in Driest
May 48°F (9°C) 2.7 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in
July 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 56°F (14°C) 3.6 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in
October 47°F (8°C) 4.4 in
November 41°F (5°C) 4.6 in
December 37°F (3°C) 4.8 in

Haltwhistle has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 36°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.9") and April the driest (2.7").

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30.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 9% below the national average of 33.7%. 48.5% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.7%
9% below United Kingdom avg
High School+48.5%
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area2,126.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.1%
Public Transit3.4%
Work from Home27.3%

Schools in Haltwhistle

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Haltwhistle Primary Academy
Haltwhistle Middle Academy
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Radio Stations near Haltwhistle

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 Haltwhistle

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Allenheads Heritage Centre
Armstrong Hydraulic Engine
Bellingham Heritage Centre
Bewcastle Museum
Birdoswald Roman Fort and Study Centre
Housesteads Museum
Killhope Lead Mining Museum
Mr George's Museum of Time
Museum of Classic Sci-Fi
Nenthead Mines
Roman Army Museum
The Blacksmith's Shop
The Hub
Vindolanda Museum

Libraries in Haltwhistle

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alston Local Link0.0
Hallbankgate Library0.0
Haltwhistle Library and Information Centre0.0
The Bridge0.0

Farmers Markets in Haltwhistle

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Haltwistle Makers Market

Hotels in Haltwhistle

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre of Britain
Manor House Inn

Restaurants in Haltwhistle

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Centre of Britain
Herding Hill Farm Tea Room

Cafes in Haltwhistle

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bonnie's
Jethro's
The Pillar Box Cafe
The Snack Bar
The Water Tower

Monuments in Haltwhistle

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Plenmeller OpenCast History

Castles in Haltwhistle

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bellister Castle

Dentists in Haltwhistle

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Northern Smiles

Veterinaries in Haltwhistle

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Capontree Veterinary Centre Haltwhistle

Train Stations in Haltwhistle

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Haltwhistle

Gas Stations in Haltwhistle

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Edens Lawn Service Station

Banks in Haltwhistle

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cumberland Building Society

Breweries in Haltwhistle

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Allendale Brewery
Twice Brewed Brew House

Airports Near Haltwhistle

27 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
Causey Park Airstrip ULSmall Airport
Charlton Mires AirstripSmall Airport
Charterhall AirfieldSmall Airport
Currock Hill Glider FieldSmall Airport
Eccles Newton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Eshott AirfieldSmall 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

Post Offices in Haltwhistle

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Haltwistle Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Haltwhistle

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of the Holy Cross
Elim Hall
Haltwhistle Methodist Church
St Wilfred's

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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 Haltwhistle

What is the population of Haltwhistle?

Haltwhistle has a population of 3,791 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,126.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.9% male.

Is Haltwhistle expensive to live in?

The median household income is $47,906, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $258,854 (8% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,198 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Haltwhistle?

Haltwhistle has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.5 inches.

How is the job market in Haltwhistle?

The unemployment rate in Haltwhistle is 5.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $921. There are 345 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Haltwhistle?

The median home value in Haltwhistle is $258,854. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,198. The homeownership rate is 65.7%.

How are the schools in Haltwhistle?

30.7% of adults in Haltwhistle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 48.5% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Haltwhistle?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Haltwhistle is 1.5% White, 1.2% Asian. 98.5% of residents speak only English at home. 5.8% of the population are military veterans. 6.2% of residents have a disability.

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