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Lytchett Matravers, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Lytchett Matravers is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 3,315. Elevation: 282 ft (86 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,315 Population 3/sq mi density
282 ft Elevation 86 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
42.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$47,577 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$47,577 median income, 4.0% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$424,950 home value, $1,189/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Lytchett Matravers

Lytchett Matravers

Lytchett Matravers is a large village and civil parish in Dorset, England. The 2011 census recorded the parish as having 1,439 households and a population of 3,424.

People

Population3,315
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,577
Per Capita$47,577
Unemployment4.0%

Housing

D
Home Value$424,950
Rent$1,189
Ownership71.4%
Housing Units1,326

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days229/yr
Elevation282 ft (86 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.5%
High School+49.1%

Community

Population3,315
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Coordinates50.7583°, -2.0781°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation42.8 inches (1,087 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.1 inches (15 cm)
Median Household Income$47,577
Median Age51.5 years

About Lytchett Matravers

Lytchett Matravers is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 3,315. The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet (86 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Lytchett Matravers has a population of 3,315 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,308.1 square miles. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.4% female and 48.6% male. The city is predominantly White (2.9%), with 1.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.7% of residents. 7.1% of the population are veterans. 5.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

3,315
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% above United Kingdom avg
1,308.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.7%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.3%

Social Characteristics

Lytchett Matravers vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Lytchett Matravers is $47,577, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,577 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $915, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 302 business establishments. 28.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lytchett Matravers vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$47,577
37% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$47,577
Avg Weekly Wage$915

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)302

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone53.9%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home28.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lytchett Matravers is $424,950, 51% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,189 (2% above the national average of $1,163). 71.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,326 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$424,950
51% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,189
2% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.4%
Owner-Occupied71.4%
Renter-Occupied28.7%
Housing Units1,326

Property Tax

Climate in Lytchett Matravers

Lytchett Matravers has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C (51°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.1°C), the coldest is Jan (5.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 853 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.4°C / 42°F 2.3° / 8.4° 92.8
Feb 5.4°C / 42°F 2° / 8.9° 66.4
Mar 7.2°C / 45°F 3° / 11.4° 60.7
Apr 9.2°C / 49°F 4.3° / 14° 56.5
May 12.2°C / 54°F 7.3° / 17.2° 46.4
Jun 15°C / 59°F 10.1° / 19.9° 53.6
Jul 17.1°C / 63°F 12.1° / 22.1° 46.6
Aug 17°C / 63°F 12° / 21.9° 53.6
Sep 14.4°C / 58°F 9.5° / 19.4° 69.6
Oct 11.5°C / 53°F 7.5° / 15.5° 102.2
Nov 8.1°C / 47°F 4.6° / 11.7° 105.3
Dec 5.8°C / 42°F 2.7° / 8.9° 99.7
Lytchett Matravers experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°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 42.8 inches. The area receives 6.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 282 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days229 days/yr

Geography

Elevation282 ft (86 m)
Area1,308.1 sq mi (3,388.0 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates50.7583°N, 2.0781°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.8"
13% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 6.1"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.74"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

37 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Jul 14, 2011 62 km SSE of Ventnor, United Kingdom M3.9 118 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 144 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 73 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 149 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 73 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 111 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 133 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 118 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 139 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 114 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 130 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 73 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 100 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 84 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 135 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 103 km
Jun 17, 1999 7 km NNE of Ross on Wye, United Kingdom M3.0 138 km
Jan 28, 2002 1 km S of Abercarn, United Kingdom M3.0 122 km
Nov 26, 1991 50 km N of Urville-Nacqueville, France M3.0 75 km
May 19, 2019 7 km ESE of Swanage, United Kingdom M3.0 25 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 71 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.5 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.0 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.9 in
June 58°F (14°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 (14°C) 2.6 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.3 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in Wettest

Lytchett Matravers has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 41°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (1.6").

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31.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 7% below the national average of 33.7%. 49.1% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.5%
7% below United Kingdom avg
High School+49.1%
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area1,308.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone53.9%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home28.2%

Schools in Lytchett Matravers

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Whitepepper Chef Academy & Cookery School
Lytchett Minster School
Lytchett Matravers Primary School
Upton Junior School
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Radio Stations near Lytchett Matravers

15 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Serenade Radio easy listening MP3 192 kbps
Xtra Hot bournemouth, community MP3 160 kbps
Serenade Radio MP3 192 kbps
BFBS Salisbury Plain AAC+ 64 kbps
Bournemouth One pop AAC
Hot Gold 70s, 80s MP3 160 kbps
BFBS Blandford AAC+ 64 kbps
Weymouth Rocks (Medium Bitrate) punk, rock AAC 48 kbps
Radio Wimborne community radio station MP3 320 kbps
Forest FM MP3 128 kbps
Alfred community news MP3 160 kbps
Naim Classical classical, orchestral OGG 128 kbps
Naim Jazz jazz OGG 128 kbps
Naim Radio classical, electronica OGG 160 kbps
State of the Art Radio MP3

Museums in Lytchett Matravers

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Blandford Fashion Museum
Blandford Town Museum
Blue Pool
Bournemouth Aviation Museum
Bournemouth Natural Science Museum
Bugad Classic Bikes
Corfe Castle Town Trust Museum
Durlston Castle
Gold Hill Museum
Langton Matravers Museum of the Stone Industry
Mill House Cider Museum
Museum Of Design In Plastics
Museum of East Dorset
Museum of Jurassic Marine Life
Museum, Fossils & Local Finds
Poole Museum
Poole Waterfront Museum
Purbeck Mineral and Mining Museum
RNLI Lifeboat Museum
Rockbourne Roman Villa
Royal Signals Museum
Russell Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
Scaplens Court Museum
Shaftsbury Abbey Museum
St Mary's Church
Stour Micro Museum
Sturminster Museum
Swanage Museum & Heritage Centre
Swanage Railway Museum
The Engine House
The Tank Museum
The Tank Museum
Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum
Tyneham
Tyneham School
Wareham Town Museum

Libraries in Lytchett Matravers

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Blandford Library0.0
Boscombe Library0.0
Bournemouth Library0.0
Branksome Library0.0
Broadstone Library0.0
Canford Cliffs Library0.0
Canford Heath Library0.0
Castlepoint Library0.0
Charminster Library0.0
Colehill Library0.0
Corfe Castle Library0.0
Corfe Mullen Children's Centre and Library0.0
Creekmoor Library0.0
Ensbury Park Library0.0
Ferndown Library0.0
Hamworthy Library0.0
Kinson Hub0.0
Library (Arts University Bournemouth)0.0
Lytchett Matravers Library0.0
Oakdale Library0.0
Parkstone Library0.0
Poole Central Library0.0
Rossmore Library0.0
Shaftesbury Library0.0
Springbourne Library0.0
Sturminster Newton Library0.0
Swanage Library0.0
Tank Museum Library and Archive0.0
Upton Library0.0
Verwood Library0.0
Wareham Library0.0
West Howe Library0.0
Westbourne Library0.0
Wimborne Library0.0
Winton Library0.0
Wool Community Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Lytchett Matravers

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Market Place
Swanage Market

Cafes in Lytchett Matravers

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hen House Cafe
The Barn Café

Clinics in Lytchett Matravers

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Heath Cottage Surgery

Gas Stations in Lytchett Matravers

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #12461346416

Golf Courses in Lytchett Matravers

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bulbury Woods Golf Club

Breweries in Lytchett Matravers

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Dorset Brewing Company
Dorset Brewing Company
Hall & Woodhouse Brewery
Isle of Purbeck Brewery
The Dorset Cider Farm
Wayland's Sixpenny Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Lytchett Matravers

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Ski Resorts Near Lytchett Matravers

3 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Lytchett Matravers

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bristol AirportBRSLarge Airport
Bournemouth AirportBOHMedium Airport
MoD Boscombe DownMedium Airport
RNAS YeoviltonYEOMedium Airport
Southampton AirportSOUMedium Airport
Avon Lane AirfieldSmall Airport
Bagber Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Barton Ashes AirstripSmall Airport
Batchley Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Biss Brook Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bossington AirstripSmall Airport
Bowden Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bowerchalke AirfieldSmall Airport
Bowerswaine Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Brown Shutters Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Chalk Pyt Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Charmy Down AirstripSmall Airport
Chilbolton AirfieldSmall Airport
Clench Common AirfieldSmall Airport
Clutton Hill AirstripSmall Airport
Compton Abbas AerodromeSmall Airport
Compton Chamberlayne AirstripSmall Airport
Craysmarsh AirstripSmall Airport
Denford Manor AirstripSmall Airport
Deptford 'Farm' AirstripSmall Airport
Deptford AirstripSmall Airport
Devizes AirstripSmall Airport
Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field)Small Airport
Draycot Farm AerodromeSmall Airport
Edington Private AirstripSmall Airport
Farley Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Firs Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Freshwater Fruit Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Garston Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Glebe Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Godney AirstripSmall Airport
Great House Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Gutchpool Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Halesland Glider FieldSmall Airport
Henstridge AirfieldSmall Airport
Hermitage AirstripSmall Airport
Herridge Gallops / Collingbourne Ducis AirfieldSmall Airport
Langley House AirstripSmall Airport
Langport AirstripSmall Airport
Lower Manor Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Lower Upham Farm AerodromeSmall Airport
Lower Withial Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Lydeway FieldSmall Airport
Manor Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Lytchett Matravers

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Lytchett Matravers Post Office

Treatment Centers in Lytchett Matravers

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Health Services University Integrated Rehabilitation Centre
Providence Project

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lytchett Matravers

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Lytchett Matravers Methodist Church
Lytchett Minster
St Mary
St Mary the Virgin

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 Lytchett Matravers

What is the population of Lytchett Matravers?

Lytchett Matravers has a population of 3,315 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,308.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.6% male.

Is Lytchett Matravers expensive to live in?

The median household income is $47,577, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $424,950 (51% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,189 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Lytchett Matravers?

Lytchett Matravers has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches, with 6.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lytchett Matravers?

Lytchett Matravers has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $915. There are 302 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lytchett Matravers?

The median home value in Lytchett Matravers is $424,950. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,189. The homeownership rate is 71.4%.

How are the schools in Lytchett Matravers?

31.5% of adults in Lytchett Matravers hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.1% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Lytchett Matravers?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lytchett Matravers is 2.9% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.4% Asian. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 7.1% of the population are military veterans. 5.1% of residents have a disability.

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