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Rookley, United Kingdom
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Rookley is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 638. Elevation: 187 ft (57 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
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BCommunity
| Population | 638 |
| Population Density | 84 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 187 ft (57 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.6551°, -1.2833° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.3 inches (845 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $39,604 |
| Median Age | 51.3 years |
About Rookley
Rookley is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 638. The city sits at an elevation of 187 feet (57 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Rookley vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Rookley vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $39,604 |
| 47% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $39,604 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $762 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.7% |
| 58% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 58 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 51.3% |
| Public Transit | 4.5% |
| Work from Home | 22.3% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $322,467 |
| 14% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $990 |
| 15% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 68.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 31.6% |
| Housing Units | 255 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.5°F |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 187 ft (57 m) |
| Area | 7.6 sq mi (19.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 84/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.6551°N, 1.2833°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 | — | 122 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 3.8 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 4.0 in | Wettest |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 3.8 in |
Rookley has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 41°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.0") and July the driest (1.7").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 27.4% |
| 19% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 45.4% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 84/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.6 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 51.3% |
| Public Transit | 4.5% |
| Work from Home | 22.3% |
Schools in Rookley
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Form at the Isle of Wight College | — | — | — | — |
| Barton Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Christ The King College | — | — | — | — |
| Carisbrooke College | — | — | — | — |
| Carisbrooke Church of England Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St George's School | — | — | — | — |
| Summerfields Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Medina House School | — | — | — | — |
| Chillerton and Rookley Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nine Acres Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Medina House School | — | — | — | — |
| Newport Church of England Aided Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| The Island VI Form | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Rookley
13 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 | |
| Isle of Wight Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Express FM Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Christmas Radio (MP3) | christmas music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Angel Radio (HQ) | nostalgia, oldies | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Capital FM South Coast 103.2 | commercial, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Angel Radio | — | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Outreach Radio | — | AAC 32 kbps | |
| Southampton Hospital Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| HearMe - Classic Rock | classic rock | MP3 | |
| Shine Radio | — | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| Winchester Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Rookley
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaulieu | ||||
| Beaulieu | ||||
| Bembridge Heritage Centre | ||||
| Brading Railway Heritage Centre | ||||
| Brighstone Museum | ||||
| Bursledon Brickworks | ||||
| Bursledon Brickworks | ||||
| Carisbrooke Castle Museum | ||||
| Charles Dickens Birthplace Museum | ||||
| City Museum | ||||
| Cowes Maritime Museum | ||||
| Cumberland House Natural History Museum | ||||
| D-Day Museum | ||||
| Dimbola Museum and Galleries | ||||
| Dinosaur Farm Museum | ||||
| Dinosaur Isle | ||||
| Eastney Beam Engine House | ||||
| Eastney Gas Engine House | ||||
| Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower | ||||
| Fort Brockhurst | ||||
| Fort Nelson | ||||
| Fort Victoria Country Park | ||||
| Genesis Expo | ||||
| Gosport Museum | ||||
| HMS Agamemnon – Navigating the Legend | ||||
| Hovercraft Museum | ||||
| Isle of Wight Bus & Coach Museum | ||||
| Isle of Wight Glass Museum | ||||
| Isle of Wight Postal Museum | ||||
| Isle of Wight Steam Railway | ||||
| Landing Craft LCT 7074 | ||||
| Lilliput Doll and Toy Museum | ||||
| Little Woodham Living History Village | ||||
| Little Woodham Living History Village | ||||
| Longshoreman's Museum | ||||
| Mary Rose Museum | ||||
| Medieval Merchants House | ||||
| Medieval Merchants House | ||||
| Motoring in Miniature - On Tour | ||||
| Museum of Island History | ||||
| Newport Roman Villa | ||||
| Old Town Hall | ||||
| Osborne House Swiss Cottage Museum | ||||
| Royal Military Police Museum | ||||
| Royal Naval Museum | ||||
| Royal Navy Submarine Museum | ||||
| Royal Victoria Hospital Museum | ||||
| Royal Victoria Hospital Museum | ||||
| Ryde District Heritage Centre | ||||
| Secret Army Exhibition | ||||
| Secret Army Exhibition | ||||
| Sir Max Aitken Museum | ||||
| Solent Sky | ||||
| Solent Sky | ||||
| Southsea Castle | ||||
| St Thomas Church (Heritage Centre) | ||||
| The Buckler's Hard Story Maritime Museum | ||||
| The Diving Museum | ||||
| The Gallery | ||||
| The National Poo Museum | ||||
| The Shipwreck Centre | ||||
| The Wight Military and Heritage Museum | ||||
| Train Story | ||||
| Tudor House Museum | ||||
| Tudor House Museum | ||||
| Ventnor Heritage Museum | ||||
| West Wight Heritage Centre | ||||
| Westbury Manor Museum | ||||
| Wight Aviation Museum | ||||
| WW1 Remembrance Centre | ||||
| Yarmouth Town Hall |
Libraries in Rookley
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alderman Lacey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Alderman Lacey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beddow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bembridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridgemary Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridgemary Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridgemary Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brighstone Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carnegie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cosham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cowes Library | 0.0 | |||||
| East Cowes Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Elson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fareham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Freshwater Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gosport Discovery Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Gosport Discovery Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Hythe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lockswood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lord Louis Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Netley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Niton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| North End Library | 0.0 | |||||
| North End Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portchester Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portchester Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ryde Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ryde Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shanklin Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Southsea LIbrary | 0.0 | |||||
| Southsea LIbrary | 0.0 | |||||
| Stubbington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University of Portsmouth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ventnor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woolston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woolston Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rookley
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bumbles | |||||
| Chesapeake Mill | |||||
| Fareham Market | |||||
| Fareham Market | |||||
| Ryde Market | |||||
| Ryde Market |
Hotels in Rookley
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Rookley
17 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Rookley
34 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Rookley
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Rookley
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Rookley
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Rookley
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Rookley
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Rookley
5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Rookley
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Rookley
3 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Rookley
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rookley
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rookley
8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Rookley
4 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Rookley
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Rookley
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fallen Acorn Brewing Co | ||||
| Fallen Acorn Brewing Co | ||||
| Goddards Brewery | ||||
| Irving Brewers | ||||
| Irving Brewers | ||||
| Isle of Wight Brewery Ltd | ||||
| Make Make | ||||
| Make Make | ||||
| Staggeringly Good | ||||
| Staggeringly Good | ||||
| The Southsea Brewing Company | ||||
| The Southsea Brewing Company | ||||
| Urban Island | ||||
| Urban Island | ||||
| Vibrant Forest Brewery | ||||
| Wight Knuckle Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Rookley
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Rookley
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southampton Alpine Centre | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Rookley
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Blackbushe Airport | BBS | Medium Airport |
| Bournemouth Airport | BOH | Medium Airport |
| Farnborough Airport | FAB | Medium Airport |
| Lasham Airfield | — | Medium Airport |
| MoD Boscombe Down | — | Medium Airport |
| RAF Odiham | ODH | Medium Airport |
| Southampton Airport | SOU | Medium Airport |
| Barton Ashes Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Batchley Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bembridge Airport | BBP | Small Airport |
| Bere Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Berry Grove Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Binstead Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bognor Regis Lec Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bossington Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bowden Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bowerchalke Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bowerswaine Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Brimpton Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Brockwood Bottom Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Chalk Pyt Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Chilbolton Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Chilsfold Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Clench Common Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Colemore Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Colthrop Manor Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Compton Chamberlayne Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Deptford 'Farm' Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Deptford Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Devizes Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dunsfold Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Fairoaks Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Farley Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Freshwater Fruit Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Goodwood Aerodrome | QUG | Small Airport |
| Greenlease Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hatchgate Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Herridge Gallops / Collingbourne Ducis Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hill Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hill Top Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Homestead Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Idsworth Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Isle of Wight/Sandown Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Lower Upham Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lydeway Field | — | Small Airport |
| Manor Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Manor Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Manor House Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Marsh Court Manor Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Meonstoke Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Rookley
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Carisbrooke Post Office | |
| Gunville Post Office | |
| Pan Post Office | |
| Rookley Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Rookley
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Nayu Wellness Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rookley
21 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Baptist Church | |
| Bethany Church | |
| Bowcombe Methodist Church | |
| Church of St John the Baptist | |
| Church of St Nicholas in Castro | |
| Gunville Methodist Church | |
| Kingdom Hall | |
| Newport Congregational Chruch | |
| Newport Methodist Church | |
| Rookley Methodist Church | |
| Salvation Army | |
| St Mary's | |
| St Olave | |
| St Paul's | |
| St Thomas | |
| St Thomas' Church | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| The Church on the Roundabout | |
| True Vine Church | |
| Unitarian Meeting House |
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What is the population of Rookley?
Rookley has a population of 638 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 84 people per square mile, spread across 7.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.
Is Rookley expensive to live in?
The median household income is $39,604, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $322,467 (14% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $990 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Rookley?
Rookley has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.3 inches.
How is the job market in Rookley?
The unemployment rate in Rookley is 5.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $762. There are 58 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Rookley?
The median home value in Rookley is $322,467. For renters, the median monthly rent is $990. The homeownership rate is 68.4%.
How are the schools in Rookley?
27.4% of adults in Rookley hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 45.4% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Rookley?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Rookley is 2.9% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.5% Asian. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 6.0% of the population are military veterans. 6.7% of residents have a disability.