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Olney, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Olney is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 6,477. Elevation: 174 ft (53 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
6,477 Population 50/sq mi density
174 ft Elevation 53 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$52,564 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$52,564 median income, 5.5% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$418,079 home value, $1,314/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Olney

Olney

Olney is a market town and civil parish in the unitary authority area of the City of Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, England. At the 2021 census, it had a population of 6,598.

People

Population6,477
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density50/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 11%
Veterans2.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,564
Per Capita$52,564
Unemployment5.5%

Housing

C
Home Value$418,079
Rent$1,314
Ownership60.9%
Housing Units2,591

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain32.0 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation174 ft (53 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.8%
High School+51.6%

Community

Population6,477
Population Density50 / sq mi
Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Coordinates52.1535°, -0.7020°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation32.0 inches (813 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.6 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$52,564
Median Age37.7 years

About Olney

Olney is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 6,477. The city sits at an elevation of 174 feet (53 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Olney has a population of 6,477 with a density of 50 people per square mile, spread across 128.3 square miles. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. The city is predominantly Asian (20.9%), with 10.7% White, 3.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 85.1% of residents. 2.9% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 4.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

6,477
Total Population
50
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below United Kingdom avg
128.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 85.1%
8% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 14.9%

Social Characteristics

Olney vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Olney is $52,564, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,564 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,011, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 589 business establishments. 36.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Olney vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,564
30% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$52,564
Avg Weekly Wage$1,011

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)589

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone43.7%
Public Transit4.7%
Work from Home36.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Olney is $418,079, 48% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,314 (13% above the national average of $1,163). 60.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,591 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$418,079
48% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,314
13% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership60.9%
Owner-Occupied60.9%
Renter-Occupied39.1%
Housing Units2,591

Property Tax

Olney experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches. The area receives 4.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 174 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Geography

Elevation174 ft (53 m)
Area128.3 sq mi (332.2 km²)
Population Density50/sq mi
Coordinates52.1535°N, 0.7020°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.0"
16% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 4.6"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.24"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

38 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 28, 2023.

Feb 27, 2008 1 km NNE of Market Rasen, United Kingdom M4.8 141 km
Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 107 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 108 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 78 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 63 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 64 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 65 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 114 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 63 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 50 km
Feb 20, 1995 England, United Kingdom M3.3 132 km
Mar 4, 1990 2 km N of Great Haywood, United Kingdom M3.3 115 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 108 km
Jan 21, 1999 4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom M3.3 115 km
Feb 21, 2022 5 km N of Hockley, United Kingdom M3.2 94 km
Aug 19, 2003 1 km WSW of Finningley, United Kingdom M3.2 149 km
Sep 17, 1993 3 km S of Leominster, United Kingdom M3.2 140 km
Oct 2, 1999 5 km SSW of Cheadle, United Kingdom M3.2 125 km
Sep 23, 2002 3 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M3.2 106 km
Apr 5, 2008 3 km SSE of Middle Rasen, United Kingdom M3.1 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 53°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in
August 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.2 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in

Olney has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 24.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.2") and February the driest (1.5").

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35.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 6% above the national average of 33.7%. 51.6% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.8%
6% above United Kingdom avg
High School+51.6%
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density50/sq mi
Total Area128.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone43.7%
Public Transit4.7%
Work from Home36.4%

Schools in Olney

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Olney Infant Academy
Olney Middle School
Ousedale School Olney Campus
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Radio Stations near Olney

42 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BBC Radio Northampton (Outside UK Only) information, local AAC+ 101 kbps
Eirewave UK 128 kbps, adfree MP3 128 kbps
R5K Radio edm MP3 320 kbps
Northants 1 00's, 10's MP3 128 kbps
HearMe - 70s Rock 70s rock, 70’s rock MP3
BBC Radio Northampton (UK Only) information, local AAC 339 kbps
Bedford Radio classic hits, hits MP3 128 kbps
Stoke Mandeville Hospital Radio hospital radio MP3
Raiders Radio dnb, drum and bass AAC 128 kbps
Radio UTSAV AAC 80 kbps
Sanskar Radio MP3 128 kbps
EAVA FM MP3 96 kbps
Boomerang Radio MP3
Banita Maxx Radio edm, hardstyle MP3
Beat Route Radio MP3 128 kbps
Mix 92.6 (backup) MP3 128 kbps
Splinterwood Rock'n Roll Radio 1950s, 50's MP3 192 kbps
Black Cat Radio (US) MP3 128 kbps
Gabbie's Doo MP3 128 kbps
Hospital Radio Bedford MP3 128 kbps
Heart Northants 96.6 commercial, hot adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
Bloomberg UK business, news UNKNOWN
CRMK pop MP3 192 kbps
Bucks Radio community radio, local news MP3
BBC Radio Berkshire bbc, berkshire UNKNOWN
Radio Christmas MP3 256 kbps
Cross Counties Radio adult contemporary, community radio MP3 64 kbps
Kohinoor Radio MP3 320 kbps
Radio Seerah AAC 80 kbps
Coalville Public Radio variety MP3
Usmani Mosque islamic, islamic religion MP3
Leicester Community Radio community radio, leicester AAC 128 kbps
Sabras Radio MP3 128 kbps
Satsang Radio AAC 80 kbps
Radio2Funky MP3 128 kbps
Radio LEAR arts, culture AAC 80 kbps
Data Transmission Radio deep house, drum and bass MP3 320 kbps
Heart Peterborough charts, pop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Horton MP3 128 kbps
in2Beats classic soul MP3 192 kbps
Mix 92.6 community radio MP3
Radio Xtra 2000s, 2010s MP3

Museums in Olney

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
1940's Re-enactors
78 Derngate: The Charles Rennie Mackintosh House
Abington Park Museum
Bletchley Park
Bletchley Park
Bletchley Park
Block B
Brickz
Central Museum
Cowper and Newton Museum
Fire Museum
Hut 1
Hut 11
Hut 11A
Hut 12
Hut 3
Hut 6
Hut 8
Irchester Railway Museum
John Bunyan museum
Leighton Buzzard Railway Museum
Manor House Museum
Milton Keynes City Discovery Centre
Milton Keynes Museum
Moot Hall
MT Museum
Museum of Leathercraft
Museums and YMCA Canteen
National Film and SciFi Museum
National Radio Centre (RSGB)
Panacea Museum
Piddington Roman Villa museum
Rushden Hall and Museum
Rushden Historical Transport Society
S.O.44 Museum
Sywell Aviation Museum
Teleprinter Hall
The Canal Museum
The Higgins
The Mansion
The National Museum of Computing
Thurleigh Museum
Visitor Centre
Wellingborough Museum
Woburn Heritage Museum
Wollaston Museum

Libraries in Olney

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Abington Library0.0
Ampthill Library0.0
Bedford Central Library0.0
Bletchley Public Library0.0
Brixworth Library0.0
Brixworth Library0.0
Bromham Library0.0
Burton Latimer Library0.0
Deanshanger Library0.0
Deanshanger Library0.0
Duston Library0.0
Earls Barton Library0.0
Finedon Library0.0
Flitwick Library0.0
Houghton Regis Library0.0
Houghton Regis Library0.0
Hunsbury Library0.0
Irchester Library0.0
Irthlingborough Library0.0
Kempston Branch Library0.0
Kettering Library0.0
Kings Norton Library (Building 55)0.0
Kingsthorpe Library0.0
Kingsthorpe Library0.0
Leighton Buzzard Library0.0
Milton Keynes Library0.0
MKUH Staff Library0.0
MKUH Staff Library0.0
Moulton Community Library0.0
Moulton Community Library0.0
Newport Pagnell Library0.0
Northamptonshire Central Library0.0
Olney Library0.0
OU Library0.0
Raunds Library0.0
Roade Library0.0
Rushden Library0.0
St James Library0.0
St James Library0.0
Stony Stratford Library0.0
The Library & Resources Centre0.0
Thrapston Library0.0
Toddington Library0.0
Wellingborough Library0.0
Westcroft Library0.0
Weston Favell Library0.0
Weston Favell Library0.0
Winslow Library0.0
Woburn Sands Library0.0
Wollaston Library0.0
Wolverton Library0.0
Wootton Fields Library0.0
Wootton Fields Library0.0
Wootton Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Olney

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Harpur Square
Market Square
Northampton Market
Olney Market
Open Market
St Paul's Square
Temporary Market
Temporary Market
The Artisan Collective
The Artisan Collective
Thrapston Livestock Market

Hotels in Olney

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Queen Hotel

Restaurants in Olney

12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

4 Pillars
Amphawan
Blue Bay Taverna
Jade Garden
Locanda Gabriella
Maya
Naga Tandoori
Olney Kitchen
Rasso's Pizzeria
The Cherry Tree
The Courtyard Brasserie
The Little Coffee Pot

Cafes in Olney

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bewiched Coffee
Costa
JJ's At Eleven
Little Hermitage
Olney Pancake Parlour
Sandwich Land
Simona’s Traditional Tearooms

Theatres in Olney

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Arches Theatre

Dentists in Olney

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cobbs Garden Dental Practice
Moodley Dental Practice

Veterinaries in Olney

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jarden Vets
Willows Veterinary Surgery

Banks in Olney

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nationwide

Gyms in Olney

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Olney Pilates Studio

Breweries in Olney

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brewpoint
Hart Family Brewers
Potbelly Brewery
Three Hills Brewing
Weldon Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Olney

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Olney

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
The Snow Centre Hemel Hempstead 0.0 $0
Better Ski & Board Centre 0.0 $0
InPiste 0.0 $0

Airports Near Olney

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
East Midlands AirportEMALarge Airport
London Heathrow AirportLHRLarge Airport
London Luton AirportLTNLarge Airport
Cranfield AirportMedium Airport
London Oxford AirportOXFMedium Airport
RAF BensonBEXMedium Airport
RAF NortholtNHTMedium Airport
RAF WitteringMedium Airport
Armshold Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Baileys Fram AirstripSmall Airport
Bakersfield AirstripSmall Airport
Barnfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bedford AerodromeSmall Airport
Benington AirfieldSmall Airport
Bernwood Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bicester AirfieldSmall Airport
Bitteswell Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Black Spring Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bovingdon AirstripSmall Airport
Brooklands Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bruntingthorpe AerodromeSmall Airport
Buttermilk Hall FarmSmall Airport
Camp Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Cardington AirstripSmall Airport
Chalgrove AirfieldSmall Airport
Cheddington AirstripSmall Airport
Chesham Vale AirstripSmall Airport
Claybrooke Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Coldharbour Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Coleman Green AirstripSmall Airport
Colthrop Manor Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Cottered AirstripSmall Airport
Cowbit AirstripSmall Airport
Croughton Manor Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Crowland Glider FieldSmall Airport
Dalkeith Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Decoy Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Deenethorpe AirfieldSmall Airport
Denham AerodromeSmall Airport
Drayton Home Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Drayton St Leonard AirfieldSmall Airport
Dysons Osiers AirstripSmall Airport
Earwig Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Easton Maudit AirstripSmall Airport
Elstree AirfieldSmall Airport
Englefield AirstripSmall Airport
Enstone AerodromeSmall Airport
Fenland AirfieldSmall Airport
Field Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Finmere AerodromeSmall Airport

Post Offices in Olney

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Olney Post Office

Treatment Centers in Olney

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Community Diagnostic Centre
Eaglestone Health Centre
Isis Chiropractic Clinic
Luing Cowley Outpatients Centre
Luton Chiropratic Clinic
Milton Keynes Chiropractic Clinic
MK Laser Clinic
RAD Clinics Milton Keynes
The Clinic MK
Watling Street Practice @ Shenley Church End

Churches & Religious Organizations in Olney

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cowper Memorial United Reformed Church
Olney Baptist Church
Our Lady Help of Christians and St. Lawrence
St Mary the Virgin
St Peter and St Paul

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Olney

What is the population of Olney?

Olney has a population of 6,477 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 50 people per square mile, spread across 128.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.7 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Olney expensive to live in?

The median household income is $52,564, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $418,079 (48% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,314 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Olney?

Olney 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 62°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 32.0 inches, with 4.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Olney?

The unemployment rate in Olney is 5.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $1,011. There are 589 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Olney?

The median home value in Olney is $418,079. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,314. The homeownership rate is 60.9%.

How are the schools in Olney?

35.8% of adults in Olney hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 51.6% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Olney?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Olney is 10.7% White, 3.1% Black or African American, 20.9% Asian. 85.1% of residents speak only English at home. 2.9% of the population are military veterans. 4.2% of residents have a disability.

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