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Ludgershall, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Ludgershall is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 4,427. Elevation: 420 ft (128 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
4,427 Population 3/sq mi density
420 ft Elevation 128 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
36.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$48,020 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$48,020 median income, 3.7% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$417,149 home value, $1,201/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Ludgershall

Ludgershall

Ludgershall is a town and civil parish 16 miles (26 km) north east of Salisbury, Wiltshire, England. It is on the A342 road between Devizes and Andover. The parish includes Faberstown which is contiguous with Ludgershall, and the hamlet of Biddesden which lies 2 miles (3.2 km) to the east, on the border with Hampshire.

People

Population4,427
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,020
Per Capita$48,020
Unemployment3.7%

Housing

D
Home Value$417,149
Rent$1,201
Ownership68.0%
Housing Units1,771

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation420 ft (128 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.2%
High School+52.4%

Community

Population4,427
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation420 ft (128 m)
Coordinates51.2556°, -1.6222°
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$48,020
Median Age44.7 years

About Ludgershall

Ludgershall is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 4,427. The city sits at an elevation of 420 feet (128 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.

Ludgershall has a population of 4,427 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,296.5 square miles. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. The city is predominantly White (4.3%), with 3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.9% of residents. 7.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 4.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

4,427
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above United Kingdom avg
1,296.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.9%
22% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 4.1%

Social Characteristics

Ludgershall vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Ludgershall is $48,020, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,020 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $923, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 403 business establishments. 34.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ludgershall vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$48,020
36% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$48,020
Avg Weekly Wage$923

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)403

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone48.5%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home34.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Ludgershall is $417,149, 48% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,201 (3% above the national average of $1,163). 68.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,771 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$417,149
48% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,201
3% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.0%
Owner-Occupied68.0%
Renter-Occupied32.0%
Housing Units1,771

Property Tax

Ludgershall 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 420 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

Elevation420 ft (128 m)
Area1,296.5 sq mi (3,357.9 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates51.2556°N, 1.6222°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.6"
4% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 4.5"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.19"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

37 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 M4.8 145 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 148 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 114 km
Jul 14, 2011 62 km SSE of Ventnor, United Kingdom M3.9 140 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 85 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 97 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 125 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 97 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 115 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 123 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 123 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 107 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 97 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 135 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 92 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 75 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 120 km
Feb 21, 2022 5 km N of Hockley, United Kingdom M3.2 145 km
Sep 17, 1993 3 km S of Leominster, United Kingdom M3.2 130 km
Sep 23, 2002 3 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M3.2 145 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 128 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 3.1 in
February 39°F (4°C) 2.1 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.4 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 60°F (16°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in Warmest
September 56°F (14°C) 2.6 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.0 in
December 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in Wettest

Ludgershall has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 29.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.2") and July the driest (1.7").

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34.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% above the national average of 33.7%. 52.4% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.2%
1% above United Kingdom avg
High School+52.4%
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area1,296.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone48.5%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home34.1%

Schools in Ludgershall

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
The Wellington Academy
Ludgershall Castle Primary School
Wellington Eagles Primary Academy
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Radio Stations near Ludgershall

18 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Mystery Train Radio americana, blues AAC 192 kbps
Incapable Staircase ambient, disco MP3 128 kbps
Swinging radio 60s 60s, sixties MP3 96 kbps
Capital FM South Coast 103.2 commercial, pop MP3 128 kbps
Southampton Hospital Radio MP3 128 kbps
HearMe - Classic Rock classic rock MP3
Naim Classical classical, orchestral OGG 128 kbps
Naim Jazz jazz OGG 128 kbps
Naim Radio classical, electronica OGG 160 kbps
Winchester Radio MP3 128 kbps
State of the Art Radio MP3
Overton Radio MP3 192 kbps
Grey Clay Radio ambient, dark ambient MP3 128 kbps
Frome FM 96.6 community radio, frome MP3 120 kbps
RAM FM - 80s Hit Radio 80s MP3 320 kbps
itisnow Radio MP3 128 kbps
Forest FM MP3 128 kbps
Outreach Radio AAC 32 kbps

Museums in Ludgershall

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aldbourne Heritage Centre
Alexander Keiller Museum
Amesbury Aviation Heritage Centre
Amesbury History Centre
Andover Museum of the Iron Age
Army Flying Museum
Avebury Tithe Barn/Alexander Keiller Museum
Boscombe Down Aviation Collection
Crofton Pumping Station
Museum of the Iron Age
Pewsey Heritage Centre
Ray Popes' Photo Musuem
Salisbury Museum
Stonehenge Exhibitions
The Merchants House
The Rifles Berkshire and Wiltshire Museum
The Rifles Museum

Libraries in Ludgershall

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Amesbury Library0.0
Andover Library0.0
College Library0.0
Hungerford Library0.0
Marlborough Library0.0
Netheravon Library0.0
Pewsey Library0.0
Ramsbury Library0.0
Salisbury Library0.0
Science Museum Library and Archives0.0

Restaurants in Ludgershall

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mughal

Monuments in Ludgershall

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ludgershall Cross

Castles in Ludgershall

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ludgershall Castle

Gas Stations in Ludgershall

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nisa

Breweries in Ludgershall

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Dark Revolution
INNformal

Stadiums & Teams in Ludgershall

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Ludgershall

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Southampton Alpine Centre 0.0 $0
South Wilts Ski Club 0.0 $0
Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre 0.0 $0

Airports Near Ludgershall

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bournemouth AirportBOHMedium Airport
Gloucestershire AirportGLOMedium Airport
Lasham AirfieldMedium Airport
London Oxford AirportOXFMedium Airport
MoD Boscombe DownMedium Airport
RAF BensonBEXMedium Airport
RAF Brize NortonBZZMedium Airport
RAF FairfordFFDMedium Airport
RAF OdihamODHMedium Airport
Southampton AirportSOUMedium Airport
Aston Down AirfieldSmall Airport
Badminton AirfieldSmall Airport
Bagber Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Baileys Fram AirstripSmall Airport
Barton Ashes AirstripSmall Airport
Batchley Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Bembridge AirportBBPSmall Airport
Bere Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bernwood Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Berrow AirstripSmall Airport
Berry Grove Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bicester AirfieldSmall Airport
Binstead AirfieldSmall Airport
Biss Brook Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bossington AirstripSmall Airport
Bowden Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bowerchalke AirfieldSmall Airport
Bowerswaine Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Bowldown Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brimpton AirfieldSmall Airport
Bristol and Gloucestershire Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Brockwood Bottom Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brown Shutters Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Calcot AirfieldSmall Airport
Chalgrove AirfieldSmall Airport
Chalk Pyt Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Charlton Park AirstripSmall Airport
Charmy Down AirstripSmall Airport
Chilbolton AirfieldSmall Airport
Clench Common AirfieldSmall Airport
Colemore Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Colliers Elm Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Colthrop Manor Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Compton Abbas AerodromeSmall Airport
Compton Chamberlayne AirstripSmall Airport
Cornbury House AirstripSmall Airport
Cotswold AirportGBASmall Airport
Craysmarsh AirstripSmall Airport
Croughton Manor Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ludgershall

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ludgershall Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ludgershall

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St James
St Nicholas

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 Ludgershall

What is the population of Ludgershall?

Ludgershall has a population of 4,427 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,296.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Ludgershall expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,020, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $417,149 (48% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,201 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Ludgershall?

Ludgershall 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 Ludgershall?

Ludgershall has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $923. There are 403 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ludgershall?

The median home value in Ludgershall is $417,149. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,201. The homeownership rate is 68.0%.

How are the schools in Ludgershall?

34.2% of adults in Ludgershall hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 52.4% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Ludgershall?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ludgershall is 4.3% White, 1% Black or African American, 3% Asian. 95.9% of residents speak only English at home. 7.5% of the population are military veterans. 4.2% of residents have a disability.

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