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Herstmonceux, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Herstmonceux is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,130. Elevation: 164 ft (50 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,130 Population 118/sq mi density
164 ft Elevation 50 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
40.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$55,358 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$55,358 median income, 3.8% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.5 / 5.0
$508,686 home value, $1,384/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Herstmonceux

Herstmonceux

Herstmonceux is a village and civil parish in the Wealden district of East Sussex, England, which includes Herstmonceux Castle. In 2011 the parish had a population of 2613.

People

Population1,130
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density118/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,358
Per Capita$55,358
Unemployment3.8%

Housing

F
Home Value$508,686
Rent$1,384
Ownership78.1%
Housing Units452

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation164 ft (50 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.6%
High School+50.6%

Community

Population1,130
Population Density118 / sq mi
Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Coordinates50.8896°, 0.3229°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation40.0 inches (1,017 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.7 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$55,358
Median Age49.4 years

About Herstmonceux

Herstmonceux is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,130. The city sits at an elevation of 164 feet (50 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Herstmonceux has a population of 1,130 with a density of 118 people per square mile, spread across 9.5 square miles. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.8% female and 48.2% male. The city is predominantly White (3.8%), with 1.8% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.4% of residents. 4.7% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 4.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,130
Total Population
118
People / sq mi
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above United Kingdom avg
9.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.4%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.6%

Social Characteristics

Herstmonceux vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Herstmonceux is $55,358, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,358 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,065, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 103 business establishments. 34.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Herstmonceux vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$55,358
26% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$55,358
Avg Weekly Wage$1,065

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)103

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.8%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home34.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Herstmonceux is $508,686, 80% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,384 (19% above the national average of $1,163). 78.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 452 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$508,686
80% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,384
19% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.1%
Owner-Occupied78.1%
Renter-Occupied21.9%
Housing Units452

Property Tax

Herstmonceux experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. The area receives 4.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 164 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Geography

Elevation164 ft (50 m)
Area9.5 sq mi (24.7 km²)
Population Density118/sq mi
Coordinates50.8896°N, 0.3229°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.0"
5% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 4.7"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.66"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.3 on Feb 27, 2019.

Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 53 km
Oct 6, 1999 34 km NNW of Fécamp, France M4.6 92 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SSE of Longfossé, France M4.0 110 km
Jul 14, 2011 62 km SSE of Ventnor, United Kingdom M3.9 114 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 131 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 76 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 91 km
Sep 23, 2003 41 km WNW of Étretat, France M3.6 125 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 65 km
Sep 24, 2003 22 km WNW of Cauville-sur-Mer, France M3.5 136 km
Jan 27, 1992 6 km SSE of Longfossé, France M3.5 112 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 56 km
Jun 16, 1998 18 km NNW of Yport, France M3.3 113 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 86 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 75 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 104 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 129 km
Aug 26, 2002 40 km NNW of Étretat, France M3.0 97 km
May 1, 1997 21 km W of Fort-Mahon-Plage, France M3.0 90 km
Jul 16, 2005 3 km WSW of Southwater, United Kingdom M2.9 52 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1858 NORTH SEA Unknown 6.0 m 92 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m 68 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 3.5 in
February 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in Coldest
March 44°F (6°C) 2.4 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.0 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in Warmest, Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 3.5 in

Herstmonceux has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 40°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (1.9").

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32.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 3% below the national average of 33.7%. 50.6% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.6%
3% below United Kingdom avg
High School+50.6%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density118/sq mi
Total Area9.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.8%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home34.9%

Schools in Herstmonceux

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Herstmonceux Church of England Primary School
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Radio Stations near Herstmonceux

21 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Talk Radio (UK) curent affairs, politics AAC+ 32 kbps
DnB Liquified liquid dnb MP3 128 kbps
Greatest Hits Radio 80s 80s, greatest hits AAC+ 47 kbps
Greatest Hits Radio 60s greatest hits AAC+ 48 kbps
More Radio Eastbourne hits, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
1BTN electronic, funk MP3
TTNS eclectic, f MP3 192 kbps
XenFM dnb, drum & bass MP3 192 kbps
Bhcr Brighton Hove Community Radio MP3 128 kbps
Hailsham FM local radio MP3 128 kbps
Bloop London Radio electronic, house MP3 128 kbps
West Kent Radio MP3 170 kbps
Homemade Radio adult contemporary, blues MP3 320 kbps
Radio Reverb brighton, not-for-profit MP3 128 kbps
Colin Mogagabe MP3 128 kbps
Radio Redhill MP3 160 kbps
TGM GOSPEL RADIO gospel MP3 320 kbps
Power Ace Radio afrobeats, easy listening MP3 128 kbps
University Radio Falmer music, talk MP3 192 kbps
Conquest Hospital Radio MP3 160 kbps
Gaydio Brighton MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Herstmonceux

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Battle Abbey
Battle Museum of Local History
Bentley Wildfowl and Motor Museum
Bexhill Museum
Charleston House
Cranbrook Museum
Eastbourne heritage centre
Eastbourne Lifeboat Museum
Farleys Barn Gallery
Hastings Museum and Art Gallery
Pevensey Courthouse Museum
Polegate Windmill
Seaford Museum (Martello Tower 74)
The Amelia Scott
The Beachy Head Story
The Pooh’seum

Libraries in Herstmonceux

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Battle Library0.0
Bexhill Library0.0
Eastbourne Library0.0
Hailsham Public Library0.0
Hampden Park Library0.0
Hawkhurst Library0.0
Heathfield Library0.0
Hollington Library0.0
Little Common Library0.0
Old Town Community Library0.0
Polegate Library0.0
Rusthall Library0.0
Seaford Library0.0
Showfields0.0
Tunbridge Wells Library0.0
Uckfield Library0.0
Wadhurst Library0.0
Willingdon Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Herstmonceux

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bexhill Farmers' Market
Bexhill Indoor Market
Market Square
St Leonards Church Market

Hotels in Herstmonceux

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Windmill Hill Place

Restaurants in Herstmonceux

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Eastern Promise
The Sundial Restaurant

Cafes in Herstmonceux

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Castle Cafe

Castles in Herstmonceux

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Herstmonceux Castle

Gas Stations in Herstmonceux

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #12461366520

Breweries in Herstmonceux

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Abyss Brewing
Allkin Brewing
Battle Brewery
Burning Sky Brewery
Gun Brewery
The Three Legs

Stadiums & Teams in Herstmonceux

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Herstmonceux

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Chatham Ski & Snowboard Centre 0.0 $0

Airports Near Herstmonceux

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Gatwick AirportLGWLarge Airport
Brighton City AirportESHMedium Airport
London Biggin Hill AirportBQHMedium Airport
London City AirportLCYMedium Airport
London Southend AirportSENMedium Airport
Lydd London Ashford AirportLYXMedium Airport
RAF NortholtNHTMedium Airport
Acton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Barcombe-North AirstripSmall Airport
Barling AirfieldSmall Airport
Barnards FarmSmall Airport
Bensons Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bonnington AirstripSmall Airport
Bowford Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bradleys Lawn AirstripSmall Airport
Challock AirfieldSmall Airport
Chelworth House AirstripSmall Airport
Chipstead Private AirstripSmall Airport
Churchlands Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Crockham Hill AirfieldSmall Airport
Damyns Hall AerodromeSmall Airport
Danehill AirstripSmall Airport
Deanland Lewes AirfieldSmall Airport
East Haxted Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Egerton AirfieldSmall Airport
Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Folly Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Fridd Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Frieslands Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Frinsted AirstripSmall Airport
Gerpins Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Goldstone Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hamilton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Harringe Court AirfieldSmall Airport
Headcorn AerodromeSmall Airport
Hickstead AirstripSmall Airport
Homefield Farm / Edenbridge AirstripSmall Airport
Jackrells Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Kenley Glider FieldSmall Airport
Kittyhawk AerodromeSmall Airport
Laddingford AerodromeSmall Airport
Lamberhurst AirstripSmall Airport
Lamberhurst Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Little Engeham Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Little Robhurst AirstripSmall Airport
Lukesfield AirstripSmall Airport
Meadow Farm AirstripSmall Airport
OaklandS Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Old Hay AirfieldSmall Airport
Palmers Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Herstmonceux

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Herstmonceux Post Office
Windmill Hill Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Herstmonceux

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints' Church
Herstmonceux Free Church
St Mary Magdalene

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 Herstmonceux

What is the population of Herstmonceux?

Herstmonceux has a population of 1,130 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 118 people per square mile, spread across 9.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.8% female and 48.2% male.

Is Herstmonceux expensive to live in?

The median household income is $55,358, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $508,686 (80% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,384 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 Herstmonceux?

Herstmonceux has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Herstmonceux?

Herstmonceux has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,065. There are 103 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Herstmonceux?

The median home value in Herstmonceux is $508,686. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,384. The homeownership rate is 78.1%.

How are the schools in Herstmonceux?

32.6% of adults in Herstmonceux hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 50.6% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Herstmonceux?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Herstmonceux is 3.8% White, 1% Black or African American, 1.8% Asian. 97.4% of residents speak only English at home. 4.7% of the population are military veterans. 4.4% of residents have a disability.

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