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Overcombe, United Kingdom
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Overcombe is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 4,971. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Overcombe
Overcombe is a coastal area in Preston in south Dorset, England, situated on top of cliffs 2 miles (3.2Â km) northeast of Weymouth. The River Jordan flows in the vicinity.
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| Population | 4,971 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.6351°, -2.4321° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.4 inches (797 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $47,577 |
| Median Age | 51.5 years |
About Overcombe
Overcombe is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 4,971. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Overcombe vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Overcombe vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,577 |
| 37% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $47,577 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $915 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 452 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 53.9% |
| Public Transit | 1.6% |
| Work from Home | 28.2% |
Walkability
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
| Homeownership | 71.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 28.7% |
| Housing Units | 1,988 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 1,308.1 sq mi (3,388.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.6351°N, 2.4321°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 43 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 3.7 in |
Overcombe has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 42°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (1.8").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 31.5% |
| 7% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 49.1% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1,308.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 53.9% |
| Public Transit | 1.6% |
| Work from Home | 28.2% |
Schools in Overcombe
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Andrew's Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Westfield Arts College | - | - | - | - |
| St Nicholas and St Laurence Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wey Valley Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Wyvern Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Bincombe Valley Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Overcombe
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Xtra Hot | bournemouth, community | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Hot Gold | 70s, 80s | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Weymouth Rocks (Medium Bitrate) | punk, rock | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Abbey104 | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Wimborne | community radio station | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Ninesprings | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Alfred | community news | MP3 160 kbps | |
| 10 Radio 105.3 - Wiveliscombe | community radio, somerset | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Overcombe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castletown D-Day Centre | ||||
| Dinosaur Museum | ||||
| Dorset Museum | ||||
| Mill House Cider Museum | ||||
| Nothe Fort | ||||
| Portland Museum | ||||
| Terracotta Warriors Museum | ||||
| The Keep Military Museum | ||||
| The Tank Museum | ||||
| The Tank Museum | ||||
| The Teddy Bear Museum | ||||
| The Tutankhamun Exhibition | ||||
| Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum | ||||
| Tudor House | ||||
| Weymouth Museum | ||||
| Weymouth Museum |
Libraries in Overcombe
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chickerell Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crossways Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dorchester Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Littlemoor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Puddletown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tank Museum Library and Archive | 0.0 | |||||
| Weymouth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wool Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Overcombe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Market |
Hotels in Overcombe
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Overcombe
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Overcombe
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Overcombe
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Overcombe
3 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Overcombe
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Overcombe
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Overcombe
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Overcombe
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Overcombe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorset Brewing Company | ||||
| Dorset Brewing Company | ||||
| Dorset Piddle Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Overcombe
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Overcombe
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warmwell Snowsport Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| South Wilts Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Overcombe
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol Airport | BRS | Large Airport |
| Bournemouth Airport | BOH | Medium Airport |
| MoD Boscombe Down | - | Medium Airport |
| RNAS Yeovilton | YEO | Medium Airport |
| Bagber Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Batch End Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Biss Brook Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bowden Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bowerchalke Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bowerswaine Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Branscombe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chalk Pyt Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clutton Hill Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Compton Abbas Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Compton Chamberlayne Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Craysmarsh Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Curry Rivel Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Deptford 'Farm' Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Deptford Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Devizes Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Edington Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Farway Common Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Godney Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Great House Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gutchpool Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Halesland Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Henstridge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hermitage Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Langport Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Manor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Withial Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower-Durston Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lydeway Field | - | Small Airport |
| Manor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Melbury Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Middle Chinnock Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Middle Pymore Farm Airstrip (Private) | - | Small Airport |
| Middlegate Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Middlezoy Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Netheravon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Newton Peveril Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Norton Malreward Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Old Sarum Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Orchardleigh Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Keevil | - | Small Airport |
| Ranston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Overcombe
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Littlemoor Post Office | |
| Overcombe Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Overcombe
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Reach West |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Overcombe
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Broadwey Methodist Church | |
| Holy Trinity | |
| Holy Trinity | |
| Saint Andrew's Church | |
| St Catherine by the Sea | |
| St Francis of Assisi | |
| St Nicholas | |
| St Osmond |
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What is the population of Overcombe?
Overcombe has a population of 4,971 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 4 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 Overcombe 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 Overcombe?
Overcombe has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.4 inches.
How is the job market in Overcombe?
Overcombe 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 452 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Overcombe?
The median home value in Overcombe is $424,950. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,189. The homeownership rate is 71.4%.
How are the schools in Overcombe?
31.5% of adults in Overcombe 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 Overcombe?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Overcombe 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.