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Rayleigh, United Kingdom
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Rayleigh is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 32,150. Elevation: 220 ft (67 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Rayleigh
Rayleigh Town Football Club is a football club based in Rayleigh, England. They are currently members of the Eastern Counties League Division One South and their first team will be playing their home games at Bowers & Pitsea FC next season.
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| Population | 32,150 |
| Population Density | 209 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 220 ft (67 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.5857°, 0.6046° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.0 inches (788 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.4 inches (9 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $56,833 |
| Median Age | 46.0 years |
About Rayleigh
Rayleigh is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 32,150. The city sits at an elevation of 220 feet (67 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Rayleigh vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Rayleigh vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,833 |
| 24% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $56,832 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,093 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,926 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 48.2% |
| Public Transit | 6.2% |
| Work from Home | 36.1% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $507,275 |
| 80% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,421 |
| 22% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 81.2% |
| Owner-Occupied | 81.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 18.8% |
| Housing Units | 12,860 |
Property Tax
Climate in Rayleigh
Rayleigh has an average annual temperature of 11.4°C (53°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.5°C), the coldest is Jan (4.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 734 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.1°F |
| 2% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 238 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 220 ft (67 m) |
| Area | 154.1 sq mi (399.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 209/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.5857°N, 0.6046°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1858 | NORTH SEA | Unknown | 6.0 m | - | 93 km |
| 1911 | FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND | Meteorological | 0.9 m | - | 70 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 2.1 in | |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 44°F (6°C) | 1.6 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.6 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.0 in |
Rayleigh has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 40°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.2") and February the driest (1.3").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.8% |
| 32% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 41.3% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 209/sq mi |
| Total Area | 154.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 48.2% |
| Public Transit | 6.2% |
| Work from Home | 36.1% |
Schools in Rayleigh
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Sweyne Park School | - | - | - | - |
| Lift Westerings | - | - | - | - |
| Lift Hockley | - | - | - | - |
| Edward Francis Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Grove Wood Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Our Lady of Ransom Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wyburns Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Westwood Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Down Hall Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Glebe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| The FitzWimarc School | - | - | - | - |
| Cedar Hall School | - | - | - | - |
| The Deanes | - | - | - | - |
| Rayleigh Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Nicholas Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Rayleigh
34 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Street Sounds Radio | dance, disco | MP3 | |
| Radio Caroline Flashback | 60s, 70s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Essex | contemporary hits radio, pop | MP3 | |
| ABC Oldies Radio | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| BBC Essex | - | UNKNOWN | |
| More Radio Eastbourne | hits, pop | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| YellowTealPurple | ambient, electronic | OGG 65535 kbps | |
| Big L 2 | 70's, 80's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Greatest Hits Radio (Essex) | 70's, 80's | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Forest Gold | classic hits, golden oldies | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Classic Hits Forest Radio | 1950s, 1960s | AAC 128 kbps | |
| The Voice Of Doom | death metal, doom metal | AAC 320 kbps | |
| Zero Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| West Kent Radio | - | MP3 170 kbps | |
| Retro Mix Radio | 70s, 80s | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Lifestyle Radio UK | country, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Caroline North | - | AAC+ 52 kbps | |
| GlitterBeam Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Power Ace Radio | afrobeats, easy listening | MP3 128 kbps | |
| TGM GOSPEL RADIO | gospel | MP3 320 kbps | |
| City Sound | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Caroline Flashback | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sheppey FM 92.2 | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Colin Mogagabe | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Homemade Radio | adult contemporary, blues | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Chelmsford Community Radio | independent | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Stomp Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radioalfa2 | classic hits | MP3 | |
| Phoenix FM | community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Slim Radio | deep house, disco | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Kori The Pom Radio | drum & bass, edm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| GlitterBeam Italia | lgbt, lgbtqia+ | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Hospital Radio Chelmsford | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NanoRadio | - | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Rayleigh
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burnham-on-Crouch and District Museum | ||||
| Canvey Island Heritage Centre Museum | ||||
| Cart and Wagon Shed | ||||
| Castle Point Transport Museum | ||||
| Chelmsford Museum | ||||
| Clifftown Telephone Museum | ||||
| Cold War Bunker | ||||
| Combined Military Services Museum | ||||
| Dutch Cottage Museum | ||||
| Eastchurch Aviation Museum | ||||
| Eastchurch Aviation Museum | ||||
| Essex Police Museum | ||||
| Guildhall Museum | ||||
| Leigh Heritage Centre | ||||
| Mangapp's Farm | ||||
| Milton Chantry | ||||
| Minster Abbey Gatehouse Museum | ||||
| Museum in the Park | ||||
| Peter Edwards Library & Museum | ||||
| Prittlewell Priory | ||||
| Queenborough Guildhall Museum | ||||
| Royal Engineers Museum | ||||
| Sandford Mill Museum | ||||
| Sittingbourne Heritage Museum | ||||
| Southchurch Hall | ||||
| Southend Central Museum | ||||
| Southend Pier Museum | ||||
| Southend Pier Museum | ||||
| Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome Museum | ||||
| The Bay Museum | ||||
| The Cater Museum | ||||
| The Museum of Power | ||||
| Tiptree Jam Museum |
Libraries in Rayleigh
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARU Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Basildon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Billericay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Broomfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burnham-on-Crouch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Canvey Island Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chadwell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chatham Library & Community Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Chelmsford Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Corringham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cuxton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Danbury Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dashwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Drill Hall Library Block A | 0.0 | |||||
| Drill Hall Library Block B | 0.0 | |||||
| Drill Hall Library Block C | 0.0 | |||||
| East Tilbury Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fryerns Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Galleywood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gillingham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Grain Library, Community and Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Grain Library, Community and Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Gravesend Library and Information | 0.0 | |||||
| Great Baddow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Great Tarpots Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Great Wakering Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hadleigh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hatfield Peverel Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hempstead Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Higham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hockley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hoo Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hoo Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hullbridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ingatestone Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kelvedon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kent Elms Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kings Farm Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Laindon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leigh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Luton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maldon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Marling Cross Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Medway Archives Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Meopham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Minster-in-Sheppey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| North Melbourne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pitsea Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pitsea Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Queenborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rainham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rayleigh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Riverview Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rochester Community Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Rochford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rochford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sheerness Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sittingbourne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| South Benfleet Library | 0.0 | |||||
| South Woodham Ferrers Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Southchurch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Southminster Libary | 0.0 | |||||
| Springfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stanford-le-Hope Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stock Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Strood Library & Community Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| The Bishop Wilson Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Thomas Aveling School and Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thomas Plume's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thorpedene Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tilbury Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tiptree Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Twydall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Vange Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walderslade Hook Meadow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walderslade Village Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Warner Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Westcliff Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wickham Bishops Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wigmore Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Witham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Writtle Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rayleigh
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barleylands Craft Village | |||||
| Basildon Market | |||||
| Boot Sale | |||||
| Chelmsford Market | |||||
| Dunton Boot Sale | |||||
| Rayleigh Lanes | |||||
| Rochester Christmas Market |
Hotels in Rayleigh
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Rayleigh
15 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Rayleigh
13 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Rayleigh
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Rayleigh
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Rayleigh
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Rayleigh
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Rayleigh
4 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Rayleigh
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rayleigh
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rayleigh
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Rayleigh
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Rayleigh
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Rayleigh
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Billericay Brewing Company | ||||
| Chelmsford Brew Co Ltd | ||||
| Crouch Vale Brewery | ||||
| Crouch Vale Brewery | ||||
| Maldon Brewing Co | ||||
| Mighty Oak Brewing Co. Ltd | ||||
| Nelson Brewery | ||||
| Wibblers Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Rayleigh
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Rayleigh
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chatham Ski & Snowboard Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Rayleigh
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| London Stansted Airport | STN | Large Airport |
| Cambridge City Airport | CBG | Medium Airport |
| London Biggin Hill Airport | BQH | Medium Airport |
| London City Airport | LCY | Medium Airport |
| London Southend Airport | SEN | Medium Airport |
| Lydd London Ashford Airport | LYX | Medium Airport |
| Wattisham Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Acton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Andrewsfield Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Armshold Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Audley End Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Barcombe-North Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Barling Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Barnards Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Benington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bensons Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blooms Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bonnington Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bradleys Lawn Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brickwall Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brown Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bury Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chalksole Green Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Challock Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Channel Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Chelworth House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clacton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Clees Hall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clipgate Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coldharbour Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cottered Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crockham Hill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Crosbie Field UL | - | Small Airport |
| Crowfield Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cuckoo Tye Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Damyns Hall Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Danehill Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Deanland Lewes Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Debach Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Duxford Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Dysons Osiers Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Earls Colne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| East Haxted Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Egerton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Elmsett Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Exning Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fen End Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fowlmere Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fridd Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Rayleigh
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Grange Stores | |
| Hambro Post Office | |
| Hockley Post Office | |
| Hullbridge Post Office | |
| Rayleigh Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Rayleigh
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Blackberry Clinic | ||
| Hey Baby | ||
| Perry Clayman Project | ||
| Thorpdene clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rayleigh
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bramerton Road Community Church | |
| Christ Church | |
| Daws Heath Evangelical Church | |
| Grovewood Church | |
| Holy Trinity, Rayleigh | |
| Hullbridge Free Church | |
| Our Lady Of Ransom | |
| Rayleigh Evangelical Church | |
| Rayleigh Methodist Church | |
| Saint Peter and Saint Pauls, Hockley | |
| Salvation Army | |
| St Michael’s, Rayleigh | |
| St Michaels and All Angels, Daws Heath | |
| St Thomas of Canterbury, Hullbridge | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
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What is the population of Rayleigh?
Rayleigh has a population of 32,150 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 209 people per square mile, spread across 154.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.5% male.
Is Rayleigh expensive to live in?
The median household income is $56,833, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $507,275 (80% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,421 per month, above the national average of $1,163. 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 Rayleigh?
Rayleigh has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 31.0 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Rayleigh?
Rayleigh has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,093. There are 2,926 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Rayleigh?
The median home value in Rayleigh is $507,275. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,421. The homeownership rate is 81.2%.
How are the schools in Rayleigh?
22.8% of adults in Rayleigh hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 41.3% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Rayleigh?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Rayleigh is 1.8% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 2% Asian. 98.4% of residents speak only English at home. 3.6% of the population are military veterans. 4.2% of residents have a disability.