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Harwell, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Harwell is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,998. Elevation: 262 ft (80 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,998 Population 611/sq mi density
262 ft Elevation 80 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
36.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$56,457 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$56,457 median income, 3.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.4 / 5.0
$520,198 home value, $1,411/mo rent
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
44.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,998
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density611/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 8%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,457
Per Capita$56,457
Unemployment3.3%

Housing

F
Home Value$520,198
Rent$1,411
Ownership70.0%
Housing Units799

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation262 ft (80 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.0%
High School+59.5%

Community

Population1,998
Population Density611 / sq mi
Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Coordinates51.5995°, -1.2918°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation36.6 inches (929 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.5 inches (11 cm)
Median Household Income$56,457
Median Age42.0 years

About Harwell

Harwell is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,998. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet (80 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Harwell has a population of 1,998 with a density of 611 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.6% male. The city is predominantly White (7.8%), with 1.5% Black, 5.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.7% of residents. 4.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 3.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,998
Total Population
611
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above United Kingdom avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.7%
18% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 7.3%

Social Characteristics

Harwell vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Harwell is $56,457, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $56,457 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,086, 24% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 182 business establishments. 41.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Harwell vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$56,457
25% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$56,457
Avg Weekly Wage$1,086

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)182

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone42.1%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home41.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Harwell is $520,198, 85% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,411 (21% above the national average of $1,163). 70.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 799 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$520,198
85% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,411
21% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.0%
Owner-Occupied70.0%
Renter-Occupied30.0%
Housing Units799

Property Tax

Climate in Harwell

Harwell has an average annual temperature of 10.9°C (52°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.7°C), the coldest is Jan (4.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.4°C / 40°F 1.6° / 7.1° 0.0
Feb 5.2°C / 41°F 2.2° / 8.1° 0.0
Apr 9.5°C / 49°F 5° / 14° 0.0
May 12.6°C / 55°F 7.9° / 17.3° 0.0
Jun 15.5°C / 60°F 11° / 20° 0.0
Jul 17.7°C / 64°F 13° / 22.4° 0.0
Aug 17°C / 63°F 12.8° / 21.3° 0.0
Sep 14.4°C / 58°F 10.2° / 18.5° 0.0
Oct 11.2°C / 52°F 7.7° / 14.7° 0.0
Nov 7.6°C / 46°F 4.7° / 10.5° 0.0
Dec 5.2°C / 41°F 2.6° / 7.9° 0.0
Harwell experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 262 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Geography

Elevation262 ft (80 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density611/sq mi
Coordinates51.5995°N, 1.2918°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.6"
4% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 4.5"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.76"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 118 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 141 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 142 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 79 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 131 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 52 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 130 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 130 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 132 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 131 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 136 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 131 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 124 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 121 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 130 km
Mar 4, 1990 2 km N of Great Haywood, United Kingdom M3.3 145 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 96 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 81 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 132 km
Sep 23, 2002 3 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M3.2 118 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 2.6 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 1.9 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.8 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.0 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 60°F (16°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.5 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
December 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in Wettest

Harwell has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 40°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and July the driest (1.7").

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44.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 31% above the national average of 33.7%. 59.5% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.0%
31% above United Kingdom avg
High School+59.5%
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density611/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone42.1%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home41.3%

Schools in Harwell

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
The Hendreds Church of England School - - - -
Harwell Primary School - - - -
St Amand's Catholic Primary School - - - -
UTC Oxfordshire - - - -
Didcot Primary Academy - - - -
Chilton Primary School - - - -
Aureus School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Harwell

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Stoke Mandeville Hospital Radio hospital radio MP3
BFBS Aldershot - AAC+ 64 kbps
BFBS Brize Norton - AAC+ 64 kbps
Bucks Radio community radio, local news MP3
Raiders Radio dnb, drum and bass AAC 128 kbps
Overton Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Hospital Radio Basingstoke - MP3 128 kbps
Gold Dust Radio - MP3 192 kbps
RAM FM - 80s Hit Radio 80s MP3 320 kbps
itisnow Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Cherwell - MP3 128 kbps
Windrush Radio - MP3 160 kbps
Kennet Radio - AAC 48 kbps

Museums in Harwell

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abingdon County Hall Museum
Ashmolean Museum
Aston Martin Heritage Trust
Bate Collection of Musical Instruments
Champs Chapel Museum of East Hendred
Champs Chapel Museum of East Hendred
Christ Church Picture Gallery
Cogges Manor Farm Museum
Combe Mill
Didcot Railway Centre
Dorchester Abbey Museum and Gift Shop
Earth Trust Centre
Greenham Control Tower
GWR Museum
History Hut
Museum of Oxford
Museum of Rural Life
Museum of the History of Science
Oxford Bus Museum
Oxford Illusion Museum
Oxford University Museum of Natural History
Oxfordshire Museum
Pendon Museum
Pitt Rivers Museum
R112 Visitors Centre
Soldiers of Oxfordshire Museum
ST Lee Gallery and Treasury
Story Museum
The Kilns - CS Lewis's Home
The Sack House
The Signalling Centre
The Witney & District Museum
Vale and Downland Museum and Visitor Centre
Wallingford Museum
Wallingford Phone Box Museum
West Berkshire Museum
Witney Blanket Hall

Libraries in Harwell

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Abingdon Library0.0
All Souls College Library0.0
Allen Ward and Medical Library0.0
Balfour Library0.0
Balliol College Library0.0
Barton Library0.0
Benson Library0.0
Berinsfield Library0.0
Bodleian Art, Archaeology and Ancient World Library & Griffith Institute0.0
Bodleian Humanities Library0.0
Bodleian Law Library0.0
Bodleian Library0.0
Botley Library0.0
Burghfield Library0.0
Cairns Library0.0
Callaghan Library0.0
Christ Church Library0.0
Community Library0.0
County Library0.0
Cowley Library0.0
Didcot Libary0.0
Education Library0.0
Evnomia Chambers0.0
Eynsham Library0.0
Girdlestone Memorial Library0.0
Gladstone Link0.0
Goodman Library0.0
Goring Library0.0
Grove Library0.0
Harris Manchester College Library0.0
Headington County Library0.0
Hertford College Library0.0
Holdsworth Law Library0.0
Howard Piper Library0.0
Hungerford Library0.0
Jackson Library0.0
Japanese Library0.0
John Moussouris Library0.0
Kathleen Major Library0.0
KB Chen China Centre Library0.0
Keble College Library0.0
Knowledge Centre0.0
Kuwait Library0.0
Lambourn Library0.0
Lanier Theological Library0.0
Latin American Centre Library0.0
Laudian Library0.0
Lecture room0.0
Leopold Muller Memorial Library0.0
Library0.0
Library & Study Centre0.0
Lincoln College Library0.0
Littlemore Library0.0
Longwall Library0.0
McGowin Library0.0
Mortimer Library0.0
New College Library0.0
New Library, 10 Merton St.0.0
Newbury Library0.0
Nizami Ganjavi Library0.0
North Leigh Library0.0
Nuffield College Library0.0
Old Library0.0
Old Library0.0
Old Marston Library0.0
Old Warden's Lodgings0.0
Oriel College Library0.0
Oxford Westgate Library0.0
Pangbourne Library0.0
Pusey House Library0.0
Radcliffe Camera0.0
Radcliffe Science Library0.0
Regent's Park College Library0.0
Rewley House Continuing Education Library0.0
Sainsbury Library0.0
Sherardian Library of Plant Taxonomy0.0
Social Science Library0.0
Somerville College Library0.0
St Antony's College Library0.0
St Clare's Library0.0
St Edmund Hall Library0.0
Staircase 7/VII0.0
Summertown Library0.0
Taylor Institution0.0
Thatcham Library0.0
The Queen's College Library0.0
Theale Library0.0
University College Library0.0
Upper and Lower Libraries0.0
Vere Harmsworth Library0.0
Wadham College Library0.0
Wallingford Libary0.0
Wantage Library0.0
War Memorial Library0.0
Weston Library0.0
Wheatley Library0.0
Witney Library0.0
Wolfson College Library0.0
Wolfson Library0.0
Woodcote Village Library0.0
Woodstock Library0.0
Worcester College Library0.0
Wren - Blackbird Leys Library & Learning Centre0.0
Wycliffe Hall Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Harwell

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Car Boot Sale - The Kassam Stadium
East Oxford Farmers' and Community Market
Gloucester Green Market
Headington Market
Market Square
South Oxford Farmers and Community Market
Summertown Farmers' Market
The Village Market & Cafe
Wallingford Market Place
Wantage Town Market
Witney Car Boot Sale

Hotels in Harwell

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Milton Hill House
Ridgeway House
The Kingswell Hotel

Restaurants in Harwell

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

R22 Restaurant and Coffee Lounge
The Fat Tabby

Cafes in Harwell

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bizzy Bees Cafe & Bistro
Costa
Electron Cafe
Garden Restaurant
Lightbox Cafe

Theatres in Harwell

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pickavance Lecture Theatre

Dentists in Harwell

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Your Dentist

Veterinaries in Harwell

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Larkmead Vets

Gas Stations in Harwell

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Murco

Gyms in Harwell

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Fitness Experts

Breweries in Harwell

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Delphic Brweing Co & Taproom
INNformal
Oxford Brewery Shop
Renegade Brewery
Vale Brewery
Wychwood Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Harwell

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Harwell

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Harwell

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Blackbushe AirportBBSMedium Airport
Cranfield Airport-Medium Airport
Farnborough AirportFABMedium Airport
Lasham Airfield-Medium Airport
London Oxford AirportOXFMedium Airport
MoD Boscombe Down-Medium Airport
RAF BensonBEXMedium Airport
RAF Brize NortonBZZMedium Airport
RAF FairfordFFDMedium Airport
RAF OdihamODHMedium Airport
Southampton AirportSOUMedium Airport
Arden Heath Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Baileys Fram Airstrip-Small Airport
Barton Ashes Airstrip-Small Airport
Bere Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bericote Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bernwood Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Berry Grove Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bicester Airfield-Small Airport
Bidford Airfield-Small Airport
Bossington Airstrip-Small Airport
Bovingdon Airstrip-Small Airport
Bowden Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bowerchalke Airfield-Small Airport
Bowerswaine Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Brimpton Airfield-Small Airport
Brockwood Bottom Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Buttermilk Hall Farm-Small Airport
Calcot Airfield-Small Airport
Chalgrove Airfield-Small Airport
Chalk Pyt Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Cheddington Airstrip-Small Airport
Chesham Vale Airstrip-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
Compton Chamberlayne Airstrip-Small Airport
Cornbury House Airstrip-Small Airport
Croughton Manor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Denford Manor Airstrip-Small Airport
Deptford 'Farm' Airstrip-Small Airport
Deptford Airstrip-Small Airport
Devizes Airstrip-Small Airport
Draycot Farm Aerodrome-Small Airport
Drayton St Leonard Airfield-Small Airport
Easton Maudit Airstrip-Small Airport
Englefield Airstrip-Small Airport
Enstone Aerodrome-Small Airport

Post Offices in Harwell

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Icknield Way Post Office

Treatment Centers in Harwell

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Flint House Police Rehabilitation Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Harwell

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints
Church Farmhouse
Church Farmhouse
Saint Matthew
St Amand's Chapel
St Augustine's
St Mary's

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 Harwell

What is the population of Harwell?

Harwell has a population of 1,998 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 611 people per square mile, spread across 3.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.

Is Harwell expensive to live in?

The median household income is $56,457, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $520,198 (85% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,411 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Harwell?

Harwell has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 36.6 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Harwell?

Harwell has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,086. There are 182 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Harwell?

The median home value in Harwell is $520,198. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,411. The homeownership rate is 70.0%.

How are the schools in Harwell?

44.0% of adults in Harwell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 59.5% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Harwell?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Harwell is 7.8% White, 1.5% Black or African American, 5.4% Asian. 92.7% of residents speak only English at home. 4.6% of the population are military veterans. 3.2% of residents have a disability.

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