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Hatherleigh, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Hatherleigh is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,518. Elevation: 266 ft (81 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,518 Population 3/sq mi density
266 ft Elevation 81 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
46.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,070 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$49,070 median income, 3.5% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$394,080 home value, $1,227/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Hatherleigh

Hatherleigh

Hatherleigh is a small market town in the West Devon district, in the county of Devon, England. In 2011 the parish had a population of 1306.

People

Population1,518
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,070
Per Capita$49,070
Unemployment3.5%

Housing

C
Home Value$394,080
Rent$1,227
Ownership71.7%
Housing Units607

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation266 ft (81 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.1%
High School+50.8%

Community

Population1,518
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Coordinates50.8214°, -4.0723°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation46.3 inches (1,177 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,070
Median Age51.6 years

About Hatherleigh

Hatherleigh is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,518. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet (81 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Hatherleigh has a population of 1,518 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 529.3 square miles. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. The city is predominantly White (2.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.3% of residents. 7.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 5.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,518
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above United Kingdom avg
529.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.3%
25% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 1.7%

Social Characteristics

Hatherleigh vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Hatherleigh is $49,070, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,070 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $944, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 138 business establishments. 31.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hatherleigh vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,070
35% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,070
Avg Weekly Wage$944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)138

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.9%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home31.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Hatherleigh is $394,080, 40% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,227 (6% above the national average of $1,163). 71.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 607 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$394,080
40% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,227
6% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.7%
Owner-Occupied71.7%
Renter-Occupied28.3%
Housing Units607

Property Tax

Hatherleigh experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Area529.3 sq mi (1,370.8 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates50.8214°N, 4.0723°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.3"
22% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.43"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.72"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 119 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 101 km
Nov 10, 1996 19 km S of St Just, United Kingdom M4.1 147 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 61 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 47 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 82 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 95 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 69 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 82 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 113 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 101 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 108 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 127 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 82 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 43 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 114 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 57 km
Jan 28, 2002 1 km S of Abercarn, United Kingdom M3.0 111 km
Mar 23, 1998 11 km W of Chickerell, United Kingdom M2.9 102 km
Aug 17, 1992 1 km E of Machen, United Kingdom M2.9 109 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2011 PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND Avalanche 0.4 m 84 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 5.3 in
February 40°F (5°C) 3.9 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.9 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.8 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.7 in Warmest, Driest
August 60°F (15°C) 3.3 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
October 51°F (11°C) 4.7 in
November 46°F (8°C) 5.2 in
December 43°F (6°C) 5.4 in Wettest

Hatherleigh has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 40°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (2.7").

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34.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% above the national average of 33.7%. 50.8% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.1%
1% above United Kingdom avg
High School+50.8%
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area529.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.9%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home31.4%

Schools in Hatherleigh

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Hatherleigh Community Primary School
Highampton Community Primary School
Northlew and Ashbury Parochial Church of England Primary School
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Radio Stations near Hatherleigh

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BBC Radio Devon UNKNOWN
Ocean City Radio various MP3 192 kbps
Radio Newquay MP3 128 kbps
Mechanical Music Radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Drake UK hip hop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Drake hip hop MP3 128 kbps
Soundart Radio diy, experimental MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Hatherleigh

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Burton at Bideford
Cobbaton Combat Museum
Finch Foundry (NT)
Great Torrington Heritage Museum
Museum Of Dartmoor Life
North Devon Maritime Museum
South Molton Museum
The Arthur Westlake Museum
War Horse Valley Country Farm Park

Libraries in Hatherleigh

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Appledore Library0.0
Bideford Library0.0
Chagford Library0.0
Okehampton Library0.0
South Molton Library0.0
Torrington Library & Tourist Information Centre0.0

Farmers Markets in Hatherleigh

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bideford Pannier Market
South Molton Panier Market

Cafes in Hatherleigh

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

one market street cafe

Veterinaries in Hatherleigh

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

North Park Veterinary Group

Gas Stations in Hatherleigh

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Texaco

Banks in Hatherleigh

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

NatWest

Breweries in Hatherleigh

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Clearwater Brewery
Country Life Brewery
Honey Wood Orchard
Taw Valley Brewery
The Buckland Brewers
Yelland Manor Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Hatherleigh

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Airports Near Hatherleigh

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
Exeter International AirportEXTMedium Airport
MOD St AthanMedium Airport
Royal Marines Base ChivenorMedium Airport
Belle Vue AirfieldSmall Airport
Bodmin AirfieldSmall Airport
Bolt Head AirfieldSmall Airport
Brent Tor Glider FieldSmall Airport
Brookside Farm Private AirstripSmall Airport
Eaglescott AirfieldSmall Airport
Eggesford AirfieldSmall Airport
Gorrel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Halwell AirstripSmall Airport
Hunsdon Lea AirstripSmall Airport
Lundy Island AirfieldSmall Airport
Marldon AirstripSmall Airport
Old Park Farm AirstripSmall Airport
RAF Davidstow MoorSmall Airport
Roche Barton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
St Mellion AirstripSmall Airport
Stoodleigh Barton Private AirstripSmall Airport
Tinnel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Well Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Westacott Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Westover Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Hatherleigh

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hatherleigh Post Office
Northlew Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hatherleigh

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints Church
Hatherleigh Methodist Church
Holy Cross
Northlew Methodist Church
St Alban
St James
St John the Baptist
St Michael and All Angels
St Thomas of Canterbury

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 Hatherleigh

What is the population of Hatherleigh?

Hatherleigh has a population of 1,518 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 529.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Hatherleigh expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,070, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $394,080 (40% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,227 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Hatherleigh?

Hatherleigh has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.3 inches.

How is the job market in Hatherleigh?

Hatherleigh has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $944. There are 138 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Hatherleigh?

The median home value in Hatherleigh is $394,080. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,227. The homeownership rate is 71.7%.

How are the schools in Hatherleigh?

34.1% of adults in Hatherleigh hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 50.8% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Hatherleigh?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hatherleigh is 2.6% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.8% Asian. 98.3% of residents speak only English at home. 7.3% of the population are military veterans. 5.3% of residents have a disability.

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