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High Bentham, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

High Bentham is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,680. Elevation: 335 ft (102 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,680 Population 6/sq mi density
335 ft Elevation 102 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
58.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$46,714 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$46,714 median income, 3.5% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$350,437 home value, $1,168/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population1,680
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,714
Per Capita$46,714
Unemployment3.5%

Housing

C
Home Value$350,437
Rent$1,168
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units672

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain58.4 in/yr
Sunny Days230/yr
Elevation335 ft (102 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population1,680
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation335 ft (102 m)
Coordinates54.1182°, -2.5120°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation58.4 inches (1,483 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$46,714
Median Age48.3 years

About High Bentham

High Bentham is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,680. The city sits at an elevation of 335 feet (102 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

High Bentham has a population of 1,680 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 307.9 square miles. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.1% of residents.

Population

1,680
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above United Kingdom avg
307.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.1%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.9%

Social Characteristics

High Bentham vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in High Bentham is $46,714, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,714 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $898, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 153 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: High Bentham vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$46,714
38% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$46,714
Avg Weekly Wage$898

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)153

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in High Bentham is $350,437, 24% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,168 (0% below the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 672 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$350,437
24% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,168
0% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units672

Property Tax

High Bentham experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 230 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 335 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average46.7°F
14% below United Kingdom avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days230 days/yr

Geography

Elevation335 ft (102 m)
Area307.9 sq mi (797.5 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates54.1182°N, 2.5120°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.4"
54% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 6.54"
Driest Month (May) 3.27"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 28, 2023.

Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 74 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 74 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 130 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 149 km
Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 33 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 79 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 141 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 138 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 56 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 76 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 70 km
Sep 1, 1999 4 km SSW of Llanfairfechan, United Kingdom M3.3 140 km
Oct 23, 2002 0 km WSW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.3 75 km
Mar 4, 1990 2 km N of Great Haywood, United Kingdom M3.3 148 km
Feb 20, 1995 England, United Kingdom M3.3 131 km
Feb 10, 1994 2 km NNE of Tregarth, United Kingdom M3.3 144 km
Aug 19, 2003 1 km WSW of Finningley, United Kingdom M3.2 121 km
Oct 2, 1999 5 km SSW of Cheadle, United Kingdom M3.2 135 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 64 km
Oct 29, 2002 2 km N of Longsight, United Kingdom M3.1 74 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 6.0 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 3.9 in
March 40°F (5°C) 4.9 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.3 in Driest
June 55°F (13°C) 3.6 in
July 58°F (15°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 4.8 in
September 53°F (12°C) 5.4 in
October 48°F (9°C) 6.2 in
November 42°F (6°C) 6.5 in Wettest
December 39°F (4°C) 6.4 in

High Bentham has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 37°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.5") and May the driest (3.3").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area307.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in High Bentham

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Wray with Botton Endowed Primary School - - - -
Cedar House School - - - -
Tatham Fells Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School - - - -
Bentham Community Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near High Bentham

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hits Radio UK - AAC+ 47 kbps
Beyond Radio - AAC 192 kbps
Central Radio North West - MP3 128 kbps
Milestone Radio 70s, 80s AAC 128 kbps
HearMe - 00s rock 00s rock, 00’s rock MP3
Mighty Radio Southport dance, pop MP3 128 kbps
Dune Radio - MP3
RibbleFM - MP3
Dales Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Rave Archive 24/7 24/7, rave AAC+ 320 kbps
frisk radio guilty Pleasures northeast music AAC

Museums in High Bentham

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Clitheroe Castle Museum
Dent Village Heritage Centre & Museum
Kendal Museum
Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry
Museum of North Craven Life
Quaker Tapestry Museum
Settle Station Signal Box
Slaidburn Archive

Libraries in High Bentham

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Chatburn Library0.0
Clitheroe Library0.0
Ingleton library and information centre0.0
Kendal Library0.0
Kirkby Lonsdale Library0.0
Sedbergh Library0.0
Settle Community Library0.0

Farmers Markets in High Bentham

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Clitheroe Market
Junction 36 Rural Auction Centre
Kendal Indoor Market
Kendal Market
Kirkby Lonsdale Thursday Market
Simply Local Farmers Market

Hotels in High Bentham

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

New Inn

Restaurants in High Bentham

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pizza @ 21
Simply Delicious @ 1922 Bar & Kitchen

Cafes in High Bentham

8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Black Pig Bentham
Bridge House Farm Tearooms
Croft Cafe
G & Mo's
Goat Gap Cafe
Lakehouse Food & Drink
Tea room
The Old Sawmill Cafe

Dentists in High Bentham

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ashfield House Dental Practice

Veterinaries in High Bentham

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dalehead Veterinary Group

Train Stations in High Bentham

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bentham
Clapham

Gas Stations in High Bentham

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #6653368211
Three Peaks Service Station

Golf Courses in High Bentham

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bentham Golf Club

Breweries in High Bentham

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bowness Bay Brewing
Gan Yam
Lakes Brew Co.
Settle Brewery
Thomas Hardy Brewery Packaging Plant

Stadiums & Teams in High Bentham

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Ski Resorts Near High Bentham

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 High Bentham

31 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Blackpool AirportBLKMedium Airport
Warton AerodromeWRTMedium Airport
Bedlands Gate Airfield-Small Airport
Berrier Airstrip-Small Airport
Brook Farm Ultralight Airstrip-Small Airport
Bryn Gates Airfield-Small Airport
Cark airfield-Small Airport
Carr Valley Microlight Airfield-Small Airport
Chipping Airfield-Small Airport
Cockerham Airfield-Small Airport
Crosland Moor Airfield-Small Airport
Glassonby Airfield-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
Lartington Moor Airstrip-Small Airport
Manchester Barton Aerodrome-Small Airport
Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Middleton Sands Microlight-Small Airport
Moss Edge Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Oxenhope Airfield-Small Airport
Park Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Pilling Sands Microlight-Small Airport
RAF Woodvale-Small Airport
Ravensworth Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Saint Michaels Airfield-Small Airport
Skelling Farm Glider Field-Small Airport
Staindrop Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Tarn Farm Airfield (Rossall Field)-Small Airport
Warrington Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in High Bentham

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bentham Post Office
Low Bentham Post Office
Wray Post Office and Store

Churches & Religious Organizations in High Bentham

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bethel Chapel
Church of St James
Holy Trinity Church
Keasden Church
Methodist Chapel
Methodist Church
St Boniface
St John the Baptist
The Good Shepherd
Wray Chapel

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 High Bentham

What is the population of High Bentham?

High Bentham has a population of 1,680 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 307.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is High Bentham expensive to live in?

The median household income is $46,714, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $350,437 (24% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,168 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in High Bentham?

High Bentham has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.4 inches.

How is the job market in High Bentham?

High Bentham has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $898. There are 153 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in High Bentham?

The median home value in High Bentham is $350,437. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,168. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in High Bentham?

50.0% of adults in High Bentham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of High Bentham?

97.1% of residents speak only English at home.

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