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Much Wenlock, United Kingdom
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Much Wenlock is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,211. Elevation: 515 ft (157 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
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About Much Wenlock
Much Wenlock is a market town and parish in Shropshire, England; it is situated on the A458 road between Shrewsbury and Bridgnorth. Nearby, to the north-east, is the Ironbridge Gorge and Telford. The civil parish includes the villages of Homer, Wyke, Atterley, Stretton Westwood and Bourton. The population of the civil parish, according to the 2001 Census, was 2,605, increasing to 2,877 by 2011.
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| Population | 2,211 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 515 ft (157 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.5958°, -2.5575° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.4 inches (847 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $46,979 |
| Median Age | 48.3 years |
About Much Wenlock
Much Wenlock is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,211. The city sits at an elevation of 515 feet (157 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Much Wenlock vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Much Wenlock vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,979 |
| 37% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,979 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $903 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 201 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 54.8% |
| Public Transit | 1.3% |
| Work from Home | 27.2% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $354,828 |
| 26% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,174 |
| 1% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 69.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 30.5% |
| Housing Units | 884 |
Property Tax
Climate in Much Wenlock
Much Wenlock has an average annual temperature of 9.8°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.3°C), the coldest is Jan (4.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 684 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.9°F |
| 11% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 515 ft (157 m) |
| Area | 1,309.3 sq mi (3,391.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.5958°N, 2.5575°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 3.3 in | |
| February | 38°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
Much Wenlock has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 38°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (2.2").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.5% |
| 4% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 49.9% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1,309.3 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 54.8% |
| Public Transit | 1.3% |
| Work from Home | 27.2% |
Schools in Much Wenlock
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Brookes School | — | — | — | — |
| Much Wenlock Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Much Wenlock
15 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| HearMe 2010s pop music | — | MP3 | |
| Genesis Radio Birmingham | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 101.8 WCR FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 6 Towns Radio | adult contemporary, classic hits | MP3 | |
| BBC Radio Hereford and Worcester | — | UNKNOWN | |
| Malvern Radio International - Pumpkin FM | classical baroque, classical music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Black Country Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| HypeDem Reggae Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Blue Sky Radio | classic hits, hot adult contemporary | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Sunshine 855 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hereme 2000s pop | 2000's, pop | MP3 | |
| Hearme - 80s rock | 80d rock, 80’s rock | MP3 | |
| Vibe 1 | classic hits, hits | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Access Radio 64K | music, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Wrexham Premier Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Much Wenlock
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battle of Shrewsbury Exhibition | ||||
| Bewdley Museum | ||||
| Blists Hill Victorian Town | ||||
| Broseley Pipeworks | ||||
| Coalbrookdale Museum of Iron | ||||
| Coalport China Museum | ||||
| Coleham Pumping Station | ||||
| Ditherington Flax Mill | ||||
| Ditton Priors Local History Centre | ||||
| Dudmaston Hall | ||||
| Enginuity | ||||
| Jackfield Tile Museum | ||||
| Ludlow Museum | ||||
| Ludlow Museum | ||||
| Much Wenlock Museum | ||||
| Museum of Steel Sculpture | ||||
| Museum of the Gorge | ||||
| Museum of The Post Office In The Community | ||||
| Northgate Museum | ||||
| RAF Museum Midlands | ||||
| Shrewsbury Museum (The Music Hall) | ||||
| Shropshire Museums' Collections Centre | ||||
| Soldiers of Shropshire Museum | ||||
| Soldiers of Shropshire Museum | ||||
| Sunnycroft | ||||
| Tar Tunnel | ||||
| The Darby Houses | ||||
| The Engine House | ||||
| The Iron Bridge Tollhouse | ||||
| The Merrythought Teddy Bear Shop & Museum | ||||
| Wartime Aircraft Recovery Group Museum | ||||
| Wroxeter Roman City Museum | ||||
| Wroxeter Roman Site Museum |
Libraries in Much Wenlock
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayston Hill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridgnorth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Broseley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cleobury Country Centre & Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Highley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ludlow Library and Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Newport Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oakengates Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shifnal Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shrewsbury Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Southwater Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Lantern | 0.0 | |||||
| Wellington Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Much Wenlock
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apley Farm Shop | |||||
| Bridgnorth Outdoor Market | |||||
| Madeley Market | |||||
| Market Annexe | |||||
| Market Hall | |||||
| Market Hall | |||||
| Market Square | |||||
| Wellington Market |
Hotels in Much Wenlock
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Much Wenlock
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Much Wenlock
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Much Wenlock
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Much Wenlock
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bewdley Brewery | ||||
| Hobsons Brewery | ||||
| Ludlow Brewing Company | ||||
| New Brew | ||||
| Rowton Brewery | ||||
| Salopian Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Much Wenlock
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Much Wenlock
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Liverpool John Lennon Airport | LPL | Large Airport |
| Gloucestershire Airport | GLO | Medium Airport |
| Hawarden Airport | CEG | Medium Airport |
| RAF Cosford | — | Medium Airport |
| RAF Shawbury | — | Medium Airport |
| Abbots Bromley Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Allensmore Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Arley Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ash House Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ashcroft Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Berrow Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bidford Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Breidden Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Brine Pits Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Broadmeadow Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Byecross Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Calton Moor Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Chirk Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Clotton airstrip UL | — | Small Airport |
| Colliers Elm Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Croft Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Crumpton Oaks Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dairy House Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Ditton Priors Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fern Farm Airstrip UL | — | Small Airport |
| Forest Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Frandley House Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Green Acres Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hanley Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hardwicke Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hawksview Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hawling Manor Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hoe Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Knoll Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lane Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ledbury Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Little Down Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Llangarron Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Longford Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Midland Glider Club | — | Small Airport |
| Mill Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mitton Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| North Wales Gliding Club | — | Small Airport |
| Onecoat Morridge Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Otherton Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Over Farm Microlight | — | Small Airport |
| Pear Tree Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Peplow Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Phocle Green Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Much Wenlock
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Much Wenlock Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Much Wenlock
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Holy Trinity Church | |
| Primitive Methodist chapel | |
| St Mary |
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What is the population of Much Wenlock?
Much Wenlock has a population of 2,211 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,309.3 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 50.7% female and 49.4% male.
Is Much Wenlock expensive to live in?
The median household income is $46,979, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $354,828 (26% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,174 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Much Wenlock?
Much Wenlock has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.4 inches.
How is the job market in Much Wenlock?
Much Wenlock has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $903. There are 201 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Much Wenlock?
The median home value in Much Wenlock is $354,828. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,174. The homeownership rate is 69.5%.
How are the schools in Much Wenlock?
32.5% of adults in Much Wenlock hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.9% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Much Wenlock?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Much Wenlock is 3.3% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.6% Asian. 97.1% of residents speak only English at home. 5.5% of the population are military veterans. 5.1% of residents have a disability.