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Lee-on-the-Solent, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Lee-on-the-Solent is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 7,224. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
7,224 Population 536/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
44.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$47,066 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$47,066 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.2 / 5.0
$292,459 home value, $1,177/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Lee-on-the-Solent

Lee-on-the-Solent

Lee-on-the-Solent, often referred to as Lee-on-Solent, is a seaside district of the borough of Gosport in Hampshire, England, about five miles (8 km) west of Portsmouth. The area is located on the coast of the Solent. It is primarily a residential area, with an upsurge of mostly local visitors in summer, but was also the former home to the Royal Naval Air Station HMS Daedalus.

People

Population7,224
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density536/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans12.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,066
Per Capita$47,066
Unemployment5.1%

Housing

B
Home Value$292,459
Rent$1,177
Ownership64.8%
Housing Units2,890

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days229/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.8%
High School+44.6%

Community

Population7,224
Population Density536 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates50.8017°, -1.2017°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation44.5 inches (1,130 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.7 inches (14 cm)
Median Household Income$47,066
Median Age43.7 years

About Lee-on-the-Solent

Lee-on-the-Solent is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 7,224. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Lee-on-the-Solent has a population of 7,224 with a density of 536 people per square mile, spread across 13.5 square miles. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. The city is predominantly White (3%), with 2.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.1% of residents. 12.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 5.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

7,224
Total Population
536
People / sq mi
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above United Kingdom avg
13.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lee-on-the-Solent vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Lee-on-the-Solent is $47,066, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,066 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $905, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 657 business establishments. 23.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lee-on-the-Solent vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,066
37% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$47,066
Avg Weekly Wage$905

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)657

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone52.0%
Public Transit3.5%
Work from Home23.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lee-on-the-Solent is $292,459, 4% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,177 (1% above the national average of $1,163). 64.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,890 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$292,459
4% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,177
1% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.8%
Owner-Occupied64.8%
Renter-Occupied35.2%
Housing Units2,890

Property Tax

Lee-on-the-Solent experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 229 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. The area receives 5.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days229 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area13.5 sq mi (34.9 km²)
Population Density536/sq mi
Coordinates50.8017°N, 1.2017°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.5"
17% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 5.7"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.74"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

29 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.0 on May 19, 2019.

Oct 6, 1999 34 km NNW of Fécamp, France M4.6 133 km
Jul 14, 2011 62 km SSE of Ventnor, United Kingdom M3.9 82 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 129 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 139 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 129 km
Sep 23, 2003 41 km WNW of Étretat, France M3.6 123 km
Sep 24, 2003 22 km WNW of Cauville-sur-Mer, France M3.5 144 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 78 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 23 km
Jun 16, 1998 18 km NNW of Yport, France M3.3 142 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 129 km
Nov 26, 1991 50 km N of Urville-Nacqueville, France M3.0 83 km
Aug 26, 2002 40 km NNW of Étretat, France M3.0 119 km
May 19, 2019 7 km ESE of Swanage, United Kingdom M3.0 53 km
Jan 27, 2015 1 km ENE of Winchester, United Kingdom M2.9 31 km
Mar 18, 2001 8 km W of Marlborough, United Kingdom M2.9 83 km
Jul 16, 2005 3 km WSW of Southwater, United Kingdom M2.9 61 km
Mar 23, 1998 11 km W of Chickerell, United Kingdom M2.9 105 km
Feb 11, 1998 4 km SE of Newport, United Kingdom M2.9 148 km
Dec 31, 1992 38 km WNW of Étretat, France M2.8 127 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 131 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 3.6 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.6 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in Warmest
September 58°F (15°C) 2.8 in
October 53°F (11°C) 3.4 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 3.6 in

Lee-on-the-Solent has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 40°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (1.6").

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24.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 26% below the national average of 33.7%. 44.6% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.8%
26% below United Kingdom avg
High School+44.6%
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density536/sq mi
Total Area13.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone52.0%
Public Transit3.5%
Work from Home23.0%

Schools in Lee-on-the-Solent

17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Grange Infant School
Alver Valley Infant and Nursery School
Alver Valley Junior School
King's Academy Rowner
Rowner Infant School
Peel Common Primary School
Peel Common Infant School and Nursery Unit
Lee-on-the-Solent Junior School
Lee-on-the-Solent Infant and Nursery School
Crofton Hammond Infant School
Grange Junior School
Crofton School
Baycroft School
Bridgemary School
Crofton Anne Dale Infant School
Crofton Anne Dale Junior School
Crofton Hammond Junior School
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Radio Stations near Lee-on-the-Solent

16 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
60s Swinging Radio classic hits 60s 70a 80s, israeli pop oldies MP3 96 kbps
Swinging radio 60s 60s, sixties MP3 96 kbps
Isle of Wight Radio MP3 128 kbps
Express FM Radio MP3 128 kbps
Christmas Radio (MP3) christmas music MP3 128 kbps
Angel Radio (HQ) nostalgia, oldies MP3 96 kbps
Capital FM South Coast 103.2 commercial, pop MP3 128 kbps
BFBS Aldershot AAC+ 64 kbps
Angel Radio MP3 96 kbps
Outreach Radio AAC 32 kbps
Southampton Hospital Radio MP3 128 kbps
HearMe - Classic Rock classic rock MP3
Shine Radio AAC+ 96 kbps
Winchester Radio MP3 128 kbps
Overton Radio MP3 192 kbps
Hospital Radio Basingstoke MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Lee-on-the-Solent

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bembridge Heritage Centre
Bishop's Waltham Museum
Brading Railway Heritage Centre
Brighstone Museum
Bursledon Brickworks
Bursledon Brickworks
Carisbrooke Castle Museum
Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum
City Museum
Cowes Maritime Museum
Cumberland House Natural History Museum
D-Day Museum
Dinosaur Farm Museum
Dinosaur Isle
Eastney Beam Engine House
Eastney Gas Engine House
Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower
Fort Brockhurst
Fort Nelson
Genesis Expo
Gosport Museum
HMS Agamemnon – Navigating the Legend
Hovercraft Museum
Isle of Wight Bus & Coach Museum
Isle of Wight Glass Museum
Isle of Wight Postal Museum
Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Landing Craft LCT 7074
Lilliput Doll and Toy Museum
Little Woodham Living History Village
Little Woodham Living History Village
Longshoreman's Museum
Mary Rose Museum
Medieval Merchants House
Medieval Merchants House
Motoring in Miniature - On Tour
Museum of Island History
Newport Roman Villa
Old Town Hall
Osborne House Swiss Cottage Museum
Royal Military Police Museum
Royal Naval Museum
Royal Navy Submarine Museum
Royal Victoria Hospital Museum
Royal Victoria Hospital Museum
Ryde District Heritage Centre
SeaCity Museum
SeaCity Museum
Secret Army Exhibition
Secret Army Exhibition
Shears Mill
Shears Mill
Sir Max Aitken Museum
Solent Sky
Solent Sky
Southsea Castle
St Thomas Church (Heritage Centre)
The Buckler's Hard Story Maritime Museum
The Diving Museum
The Gallery
The National Poo Museum
The Shipwreck Centre
The Wight Military and Heritage Museum
Train Story
Tudor House Museum
Tudor House Museum
Ventnor Heritage Museum
West End Museum
West End Museum
Westbury Manor Museum
Wight Aviation Museum
WW1 Remembrance Centre

Libraries in Lee-on-the-Solent

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alderman Lacey Library0.0
Alderman Lacey Library0.0
Beddow Library0.0
Bembridge Library0.0
Bishop's Waltham Library0.0
Bitterne Library0.0
Bridgemary Library0.0
Bridgemary Library0.0
Bridgemary Library0.0
Brighstone Community Library0.0
Burgess Road Library0.0
Carnegie Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Chandler's Ford Library0.0
Cobbett Road Library0.0
Cosham Library0.0
Cowes Library0.0
East Cowes Community Library0.0
Eastleigh Library0.0
Eastleigh Library0.0
Elson Library0.0
Fair Oak Community Library0.0
Fareham Library0.0
Gosport Discovery Centre0.0
Gosport Discovery Centre0.0
Hartley Library0.0
Havant Library0.0
Havant Library0.0
Hayling Island Library0.0
Hedge End Library0.0
Horndean Library0.0
Hythe Library0.0
Leigh Park Library0.0
Lockswood Library0.0
Lord Louis Library0.0
Lordshill Library0.0
Mountbatten Library (ML)0.0
Netley Library0.0
Niton Library0.0
North Baddesley Library0.0
North Baddesley Library0.0
North End Library0.0
North End Library0.0
Portchester Library0.0
Portchester Library0.0
Portswood Library0.0
Ryde Library0.0
Ryde Library0.0
Sandown Library0.0
Shanklin Community Library0.0
Shirley Library0.0
Shirley Library0.0
Southampton Central Library0.0
Southsea LIbrary0.0
Southsea LIbrary0.0
Stanmore Community Library0.0
Stubbington Library0.0
Thornhill Library0.0
Thornhill Library0.0
University of Portsmouth Library0.0
Ventnor Library0.0
Waterlooville Library and Learning Centre0.0
West End Library0.0
West End Library0.0
Woolston Library0.0
Woolston Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Lee-on-the-Solent

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bumbles
Chesapeake Mill
Fareham Market
Fareham Market
Kingsland Market
Kingsland Market
Ryde Market
Ryde Market
Waterlooville Pop up Shop

Restaurants in Lee-on-the-Solent

9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Antep Turkish Kitchen
Blue Cobra
Chef's Delight Cafe
Golden Solent
Lee Kebab & Pizza
Lee Tandoori
On the Water
Solent Tandoori
The Stubbington Tandoori

Cafes in Lee-on-the-Solent

16 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alver Valley Gardens Kitchen
Bayside Cabin
Bluebird Cafe
Breezes
Cafe@05
Caffe Lee
Costa
Costa
Laneway Coffee
Lee Ice Cream And Waffle
Penguin Cafe
Solent Cafe
The Great & Tasty
The Harbourside Cafe
The Spotted Cow
The Tea Room

Clinics in Lee-on-the-Solent

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lee on the Solent Health Centre

Dentists in Lee-on-the-Solent

4 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #1313106068
Innovate Dental Studio
Lee-on-Solent Dental Surgery
Stubbington Green Dental Practice

Veterinaries in Lee-on-the-Solent

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alver Veterinary Group
Vets For Pets Gosport

Gas Stations in Lee-on-the-Solent

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Asda
BP
GB #1259767484
Grange Road Service Station

Shopping Malls in Lee-on-the-Solent

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Stubbington Mall

Golf Courses in Lee-on-the-Solent

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lee-on-the-Solent Golf Course

Breweries in Lee-on-the-Solent

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bowman Ales
Fallen Acorn Brewing Co
Fallen Acorn Brewing Co
Flower Pots Brewery
Flower Pots Inn
Goddards Brewery
Irving Brewers
Irving Brewers
Isle of Wight Brewery Ltd
Make Make
Make Make
Staggeringly Good
Staggeringly Good
The Emsworth Brewery
The Emsworth Brewery
The Southsea Brewing Company
The Southsea Brewing Company
Upham Brewery
Urban Island
Urban Island
Vibrant Forest Brewery
Wight Knuckle Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Lee-on-the-Solent

TeamLeagueDivision
Silverlake Stadium
Utilita Bowl

Ski Resorts Near Lee-on-the-Solent

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Lee-on-the-Solent

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Heathrow AirportLHRLarge Airport
Blackbushe AirportBBSMedium Airport
Bournemouth AirportBOHMedium Airport
Farnborough AirportFABMedium Airport
Lasham AirfieldMedium Airport
MoD Boscombe DownMedium Airport
RAF OdihamODHMedium Airport
Southampton AirportSOUMedium Airport
Barton Ashes AirstripSmall Airport
Batchley Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bembridge AirportBBPSmall Airport
Bere Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Berry Grove Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Binstead AirfieldSmall Airport
Bognor Regis Lec AirfieldSmall Airport
Bossington AirstripSmall Airport
Bowden Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brimpton AirfieldSmall Airport
Brockwood Bottom Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brooklands AerodromeSmall Airport
Chilbolton AirfieldSmall Airport
Chilsfold Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Clench Common AirfieldSmall Airport
Colemore Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Colthrop Manor Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Denford Manor AirstripSmall Airport
Draycot Farm AerodromeSmall Airport
Dunsfold AerodromeSmall Airport
Englefield AirstripSmall Airport
Fairoaks AirportSmall Airport
Farley Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Firs Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Freshwater Fruit Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Goodwood AerodromeQUGSmall Airport
Greenhill Down AirstripSmall Airport
Greenlease Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hadfold Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Harpsden Park AirstripSmall Airport
Hatchgate Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Haw Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Herridge Gallops / Collingbourne Ducis AirfieldSmall Airport
Hill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hill Top Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Homestead Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hopkiln Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Idsworth AirstripSmall Airport
Isle of Wight/Sandown AirportSmall Airport
Lower Upham AirfieldSmall Airport
Lower Upham Farm AerodromeSmall Airport
Lydeway FieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Lee-on-the-Solent

5 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Cherque Farm Post Office
Grange Post Office
Hill Head Post Office
Lee On The Solent Post Office
Stubbington Post Office

Treatment Centers in Lee-on-the-Solent

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Complete Fertility Centre
Inclusion
Nayu Wellness Clinic
Peartree House Neurological Rehabilitation Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lee-on-the-Solent

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of St Faith
Holy Rood Church
Lee-on-the-Solent Methodist Church
Methodist Church
Peel Common Evangelical Church
Rowner Parish Church
The Immaculate Conception

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 Lee-on-the-Solent

What is the population of Lee-on-the-Solent?

Lee-on-the-Solent has a population of 7,224 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 536 people per square mile, spread across 13.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Lee-on-the-Solent expensive to live in?

The median household income is $47,066, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $292,459 (4% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,177 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Lee-on-the-Solent?

Lee-on-the-Solent has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 44.5 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lee-on-the-Solent?

The unemployment rate in Lee-on-the-Solent is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $905. There are 657 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lee-on-the-Solent?

The median home value in Lee-on-the-Solent is $292,459. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,177. The homeownership rate is 64.8%.

How are the schools in Lee-on-the-Solent?

24.8% of adults in Lee-on-the-Solent hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 44.6% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Lee-on-the-Solent?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lee-on-the-Solent is 3% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 2.5% Asian. 97.1% of residents speak only English at home. 12.5% of the population are military veterans. 5.5% of residents have a disability.

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