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Petersfield, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Petersfield is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 14,974. Elevation: 203 ft (62 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
14,974 Population 57/sq mi density
203 ft Elevation 62 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
44.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$60,490 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$60,490 median income, 3.7% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.5 / 5.0
$547,167 home value, $1,512/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population14,974
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density57/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 5%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,490
Per Capita$60,490
Unemployment3.7%

Housing

D
Home Value$547,167
Rent$1,512
Ownership74.4%
Housing Units5,990

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days229/yr
Elevation203 ft (62 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.7%
High School+56.5%

Community

Population14,974
Population Density57 / sq mi
Elevation203 ft (62 m)
Coordinates51.0050°, -0.9338°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation44.5 inches (1,130 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.7 inches (14 cm)
Median Household Income$60,490
Median Age46.7 years

About Petersfield

Petersfield is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 14,974. The city sits at an elevation of 203 feet (62 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Petersfield has a population of 14,974 with a density of 57 people per square mile, spread across 261.5 square miles. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (4.6%), with 2.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.2% of residents. 5.8% of the population are veterans. 3.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

14,974
Total Population
57
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above United Kingdom avg
261.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.2%
23% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 3.8%

Social Characteristics

Petersfield vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Petersfield is $60,490, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $60,490 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,163, 19% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,363 business establishments. 37.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Petersfield vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$60,490
20% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$60,490
Avg Weekly Wage$1,163

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)1,363

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone49.2%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home37.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Petersfield is $547,167, 94% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,512 (30% above the national average of $1,163). 74.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 5,990 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$547,167
94% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,512
30% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.4%
Owner-Occupied74.4%
Renter-Occupied25.6%
Housing Units5,990

Property Tax

Climate in Petersfield

Petersfield has an average annual temperature of 11.5°C (53°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.6°C), the coldest is Jan (4.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 854 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.9°C / 41°F -2.2° / 11.8° 71.2
Feb 6.7°C / 44°F -0.4° / 12.9° 74.3
Mar 7.4°C / 45°F 0.3° / 15.4° 68.1
Apr 9°C / 48°F -0.3° / 18.3° 41.3
May 12.5°C / 55°F 4.1° / 20.8° 44.6
Jun 16°C / 61°F 7.8° / 26.5° 59.6
Jul 18.3°C / 65°F 10.5° / 29.2° 55.4
Aug 18.6°C / 65°F 10.7° / 28.7° 53.4
Sep 16.4°C / 61°F 7° / 26.9° 71.0
Oct 12.9°C / 55°F 4.7° / 19.7° 121.8
Nov 8.7°C / 48°F 1.1° / 15.6° 95.3
Dec 6.8°C / 44°F -0.8° / 13° 98.5
Petersfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 40°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 44.5 inches. The area receives 5.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 203 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days229 days/yr

Geography

Elevation203 ft (62 m)
Area261.5 sq mi (677.4 km²)
Population Density57/sq mi
Coordinates51.0050°N, 0.9338°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.5"
17% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 5.7"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.78"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

29 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.0 on May 19, 2019.

Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 136 km
Oct 6, 1999 34 km NNW of Fécamp, France M4.6 135 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 149 km
Jul 14, 2011 62 km SSE of Ventnor, United Kingdom M3.9 99 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 143 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 123 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 143 km
Sep 23, 2003 41 km WNW of Étretat, France M3.6 135 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 148 km
Jun 16, 1998 18 km NNW of Yport, France M3.3 148 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 26 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 50 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 143 km
Nov 26, 1991 50 km N of Urville-Nacqueville, France M3.0 111 km
May 19, 2019 7 km ESE of Swanage, United Kingdom M3.0 81 km
Aug 26, 2002 40 km NNW of Étretat, France M3.0 125 km
Jan 27, 2015 1 km ENE of Winchester, United Kingdom M2.9 27 km
Mar 18, 2001 8 km W of Marlborough, United Kingdom M2.9 79 km
Jul 16, 2005 3 km WSW of Southwater, United Kingdom M2.9 38 km
Mar 23, 1998 11 km W of Chickerell, United Kingdom M2.9 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 3.8 in Wettest
February 40°F (4°C) 2.5 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.8 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.0 in Driest
August 62°F (16°C) 2.4 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.5 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
December 42°F (5°C) 3.7 in

Petersfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 40°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 34.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (2.0").

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38.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 15% above the national average of 33.7%. 56.5% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.7%
15% above United Kingdom avg
High School+56.5%
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density57/sq mi
Total Area261.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone49.2%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home37.5%

Schools in Petersfield

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
The Petersfield School
Langrish Primary School
Herne Junior School
Churcher's College
Ramshill Sixth Form Centre
Petersfield Infant School
Sheet Primary School
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Radio Stations near Petersfield

22 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
60s Swinging Radio classic hits 60s 70a 80s, israeli pop oldies MP3 96 kbps
Swinging radio 60s 60s, sixties MP3 96 kbps
Express FM Radio MP3 128 kbps
Christmas Radio (MP3) christmas music MP3 128 kbps
Isle of Wight Radio MP3 128 kbps
Angel Radio (HQ) nostalgia, oldies MP3 96 kbps
Capital FM South Coast 103.2 commercial, pop MP3 128 kbps
Brooklands Radio community radio, local news MP3 192 kbps
BFBS Aldershot AAC+ 64 kbps
Gold Dust Radio MP3 192 kbps
Radio Frimley Park MP3 128 kbps
RunnRadio 80s, house MP3
Radio Wey MP3 128 kbps
Radio Woking AAC+ 48 kbps
Hospital Radio Basingstoke MP3 128 kbps
Overton Radio MP3 192 kbps
Winchester Radio MP3 128 kbps
Shine Radio AAC+ 96 kbps
HearMe - Classic Rock classic rock MP3
Southampton Hospital Radio MP3 128 kbps
Outreach Radio AAC 32 kbps
Angel Radio MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Petersfield

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
'900 Years of Living History' Permanent Exhibition
Ash Chapel Museum
Cass Sculpture Foundation
Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum
City Museum
Cumberland House Natural History Museum
Curtis Museum
D-Day Museum
Eastney Beam Engine House
Eastney Gas Engine House
Emsworth Museum
Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower
Fishbourne Roman Palace
Fort Brockhurst
Fort Nelson
Genesis Expo
Gilbert White's House
Gliding Heritage Centre
Gosport Museum
Haslemere Education Museum
Haslemere Educational Museum
Jane Austen's House Museum
Landing Craft LCT 7074
Little Woodham Living History Village
Little Woodham Living History Village
Mary Rose Museum
Midhurst Museum
Midhurst Museum Too
Motoring in Miniature - On Tour
Museum of Farnham
Petersfield Museum
Royal Military Police Museum
Royal Naval Museum
Royal Navy Submarine Museum
Rural Life Centre
Southsea Castle
Tangmere Military Aviation Museum
The Allen Gallery
The Diving Museum
The Novium
The Pest House
Weald & Downland Open Air Museum
Westbury Manor Museum
WW1 Remembrance Centre

Libraries in Petersfield

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alderman Lacey Library0.0
Alderman Lacey Library0.0
Aldershot Library0.0
Aldwick Community Centre0.0
Alresford Library0.0
Alton Library0.0
Ash Library0.0
Beddow Library0.0
Bordon Library0.0
Bridgemary Library0.0
Bridgemary Library0.0
Bridgemary Library0.0
Carnegie Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Chawton House & Library0.0
Chichester College Library0.0
Chichester Library0.0
Cosham Library0.0
Elson Library0.0
Emsworth Library0.0
Fareham Library0.0
Farnham Library0.0
Gosport Discovery Centre0.0
Gosport Discovery Centre0.0
Haslemere Library0.0
Havant Library0.0
Havant Library0.0
Hayling Island Library0.0
Horndean Library0.0
Leigh Park Library0.0
Liphook Library0.0
Midhurst Library0.0
North End Library0.0
North End Library0.0
Petersfield Library0.0
Portchester Library0.0
Portchester Library0.0
Prince Consort's Library0.0
Southbourne Library0.0
Southsea LIbrary0.0
Southsea LIbrary0.0
The Elaine Thomas Library0.0
University of Portsmouth Library0.0
Waterlooville Library and Learning Centre0.0
Wittering Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Petersfield

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Broad Street Market
Country Market
Draper’s Yard
Fareham Market
Fareham Market
Waterlooville Pop up Shop

Hotels in Petersfield

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Premier Inn

Restaurants in Petersfield

12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clavio Lounge
Fez
Malabon
Meg's Kitchen at Bakery Lane
PizzaExpress
Poppins
Ruby and Montys
Spice Lounge
Tai Tong
The Kitchen At Durleighmarsh
The Paradise Balti House
Yum Yum Thai

Cafes in Petersfield

10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Café Mezzo
Caffè Nero
Chinwags
Cloisters
Coffee Shop at Petersfield Museum and Art Gallery
Costa
GAIL's Bakery
Josie's
The Plump Duck
Winton’s Community Café

Theatres in Petersfield

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Studio @ TPS

Dentists in Petersfield

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Meon Dental
The Lavant Dental Health Centre

Veterinaries in Petersfield

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petersfield Veterinary Centre

Train Stations in Petersfield

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Petersfield

Gas Stations in Petersfield

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP Connect
Esso
Texaco

Banks in Petersfield

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lloyds Bank
Nationwide
Santander

Golf Courses in Petersfield

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

South Petersfield Golf Club

Breweries in Petersfield

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bowman Ales
Fallen Acorn Brewing Co
Fallen Acorn Brewing Co
Farnham Brewing Company
Flower Pots Brewery
Flower Pots Inn
Gribble Inn
Hog's Back Brewery
Irving Brewers
Irving Brewers
Itchen Valley Brewery
Make Make
Make Make
Staggeringly Good
Staggeringly Good
The Emsworth Brewery
The Emsworth Brewery
The Emsworth Brewery
The Southsea Brewing Company
The Southsea Brewing Company
Tilford Brewery
Triple fff Brewing Company
Urban Island
Urban Island

Stadiums & Teams in Petersfield

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Petersfield

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Southampton Alpine Centre 0.0 $0

Airports Near Petersfield

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Gatwick AirportLGWLarge Airport
London Heathrow AirportLHRLarge Airport
Blackbushe AirportBBSMedium Airport
Brighton City AirportESHMedium Airport
Farnborough AirportFABMedium Airport
Lasham AirfieldMedium Airport
RAF BensonBEXMedium Airport
RAF Brize NortonBZZMedium Airport
RAF NortholtNHTMedium Airport
RAF OdihamODHMedium Airport
Southampton AirportSOUMedium Airport
Barton Ashes AirstripSmall Airport
Batchley Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Baynard's Park AirstripSmall Airport
Bembridge AirportBBPSmall Airport
Bere Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Berry Grove Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Binstead AirfieldSmall Airport
Bognor Regis Lec AirfieldSmall Airport
Bossington AirstripSmall Airport
Bovingdon AirstripSmall Airport
Bowford Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brimpton AirfieldSmall Airport
Brockwood Bottom Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brooklands AerodromeSmall Airport
Chalgrove AirfieldSmall Airport
Chesham Vale AirstripSmall Airport
Chilbolton AirfieldSmall Airport
Chilsfold Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Colemore Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Colthrop Manor Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Denford Manor AirstripSmall Airport
Denham AerodromeSmall Airport
Drayton St Leonard AirfieldSmall Airport
Dunsfold AerodromeSmall Airport
Elstree AirfieldSmall Airport
Englefield AirstripSmall Airport
Fairoaks AirportSmall Airport
Farley Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Firs Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Folly Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Fowler's Field AirstripSmall Airport
Fowler's Field AirstripSmall Airport
Freshwater Fruit Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Frieslands Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Ginge Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Goldstone Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Goodwood AerodromeQUGSmall Airport
Greenhill Down AirstripSmall Airport
Greenlease Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Petersfield

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Petersfield Post Office

Treatment Centers in Petersfield

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cardiac Rehabilitation Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Petersfield

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Methodist Church
Petersfield United Reform Church
Saint Laurence
Saint Peter's
St. Mary Magdalen
The Salvation Army

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 Petersfield

What is the population of Petersfield?

Petersfield has a population of 14,974 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 57 people per square mile, spread across 261.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Petersfield expensive to live in?

The median household income is $60,490, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $547,167 (94% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,512 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Petersfield?

Petersfield 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 61°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 44.5 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Petersfield?

Petersfield has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,163. There are 1,363 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Petersfield?

The median home value in Petersfield is $547,167. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,512. The homeownership rate is 74.4%.

How are the schools in Petersfield?

38.7% of adults in Petersfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 56.5% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Petersfield?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Petersfield is 4.6% White, 1% Black or African American, 2.4% Asian. 96.2% of residents speak only English at home. 5.8% of the population are military veterans. 3.6% of residents have a disability.

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