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Rock, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Rock is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,203. Elevation: 151 ft (46 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,203 Population 229/sq mi density
151 ft Elevation 46 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
37.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$44,453 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$44,453 median income, 4.6% unemployment
D
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$368,220 home value, $1,111/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population1,203
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density229/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,453
Per Capita$44,453
Unemployment4.6%

Housing

D
Home Value$368,220
Rent$1,111
Ownership67.4%
Housing Units481

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation151 ft (46 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.6%
High School+49.4%

Community

Population1,203
Population Density229 / sq mi
Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Coordinates50.5498°, -4.9046°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation37.6 inches (956 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$44,453
Median Age47.6 years

About Rock

Rock is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,203. The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet (46 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Rock has a population of 1,203 with a density of 229 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (3.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.6% of residents. 6.3% of the population are veterans. 6.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,203
Total Population
229
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above United Kingdom avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.6%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.4%

Social Characteristics

Rock vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Rock is $44,453, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,453 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $855, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 109 business establishments. 24.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rock vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,453
41% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$44,453
Avg Weekly Wage$855

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)109

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.1%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home24.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Rock is $368,220, 31% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,111 (4% below the national average of $1,163). 67.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 481 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$368,220
31% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,111
4% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership67.4%
Owner-Occupied67.4%
Renter-Occupied32.6%
Housing Units481

Property Tax

Rock experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 268 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below United Kingdom avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation151 ft (46 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²)
Population Density229/sq mi
Coordinates50.5498°N, 4.9046°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.6"
1% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.53"
Driest Month (May) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 17, 2018.

Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 150 km
Nov 10, 1996 19 km S of St Just, United Kingdom M4.1 84 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 104 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 52 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 148 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 101 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 133 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 148 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 108 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 148 km
Jan 19, 2001 53 km S of Mullion, United Kingdom M3.2 111 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 102 km
Sep 5, 1999 15 km WSW of Salcombe, United Kingdom M2.9 79 km
Feb 8, 1998 18 km SW of Mullion, United Kingdom M2.9 80 km
May 31, 1998 38 km WNW of Northam, United Kingdom M2.8 73 km
Jun 16, 1991 17 km SSW of Wembury, United Kingdom M2.8 66 km
Mar 23, 2008 38 km NW of St Just, United Kingdom M2.8 83 km
Apr 2, 2000 33 km S of Mullion, United Kingdom M2.7 93 km
Jun 23, 2011 4 km WSW of Bovey Tracey, United Kingdom M2.7 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 135 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 4.3 in
February 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in Coldest
March 45°F (7°C) 2.8 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
May 53°F (11°C) 2.1 in Driest
June 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
August 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in Warmest
September 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in
October 53°F (12°C) 3.9 in
November 48°F (9°C) 4.5 in Wettest
December 46°F (8°C) 4.3 in

Rock has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 43°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.5") and May the driest (2.1").

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30.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 9% below the national average of 33.7%. 49.4% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.6%
9% below United Kingdom avg
High School+49.4%
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density229/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.1%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home24.7%

Schools in Rock

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Minver School
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Radio Stations near Rock

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Chaos Radio (FR) music MP3 320 kbps
Radio Newquay MP3 128 kbps
The Source FM classical, community radio MP3 110 kbps

Museums in Rock

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bodmin Jail
Bodmin Keep
Bodmin Town Museum
Discovering42
Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry Museum
King Arthur's Great Halls
Lostwithiel Museum
Museum of Cycling
Museum of Witchcraft and Magic
Padstow Museum
Padstow Museum
Perranporth Museum
Shipwreck Treasure Museum
St columb Major Smallseum
The Core
The National Lobster Hatchery
Wheal Martyn Clay Works

Libraries in Rock

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bodmin Library and Information Service0.0
Camelford Library0.0
Lostwithiel Library0.0
Newquay Library0.0
Par Library0.0
Perranporth Library0.0
St Austell Library0.0
St Columb Library0.0
Wadebridge Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Rock

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lostwithiel Produce Market
Par Market

Restaurants in Rock

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jaws Pizza
Trevathan Farm Shop & Restaurant

Cafes in Rock

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Atlantic Coast Express

Gas Stations in Rock

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Texaco

Golf Courses in Rock

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

St Enodoc Golf Club

Breweries in Rock

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Atlantic Brewery & Distillery
Black Flag Brewery & Taproom
Bluntrock Brewery & Taproom
Castle Brewery
Dowr Kammel Brewing Company
Fowey Valley Cidery & Distillery
Harbour Brewing Co
Haywood Farm Cider
Padstow Brewing Company
St Austell Brewery
The Bearded Brewery
The Wasted Apple Co
Tintagel Brewery

Airports Near Rock

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cornwall Airport NewquayNQYMedium Airport
RNAS CuldroseMedium Airport
Bodmin AirfieldSmall Airport
Bonnallack AirstripSmall Airport
Gorrel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Lower BotreaSmall Airport
Lundy Island AirfieldSmall Airport
Perranporth AirfieldSmall Airport
Polpidnick Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Porthtowan AirfieldSmall Airport
Predannack AirfieldSmall Airport
RAF Davidstow MoorSmall Airport
Roche Barton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
St Mellion AirstripSmall Airport
Tempest AirstripSmall Airport
Tinnel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Truro AerodromeSmall Airport
Westover Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rock

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Collegiate Church of St Endellion
Rock Methodist Church
St Menefreda
St Michael's Church Porthilly

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 Rock

What is the population of Rock?

Rock has a population of 1,203 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 229 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Rock expensive to live in?

The median household income is $44,453, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $368,220 (31% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,111 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Rock?

Rock has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches.

How is the job market in Rock?

Rock has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $855. There are 109 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Rock?

The median home value in Rock is $368,220. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,111. The homeownership rate is 67.4%.

How are the schools in Rock?

30.6% of adults in Rock hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.4% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Rock?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rock is 3.7% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.9% Asian. 97.6% of residents speak only English at home. 6.3% of the population are military veterans. 6.2% of residents have a disability.

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