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Rookley, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

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

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
638 Population 84/sq mi density
187 ft Elevation 57 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
33.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$39,604 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$39,604 median income, 5.7% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$322,467 home value, $990/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population638
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density84/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$39,604
Per Capita$39,604
Unemployment5.7%

Housing

C
Home Value$322,467
Rent$990
Ownership68.4%
Housing Units255

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation187 ft (57 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.4%
High School+45.4%

Community

Population638
Population Density84 / sq mi
Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Coordinates50.6551°, -1.2833°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation33.3 inches (845 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$39,604
Median Age51.3 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.

Rookley has a population of 638 with a density of 84 people per square mile, spread across 7.6 square miles. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (2.9%), with 1.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.7% of residents. 6.0% of the population are veterans. 6.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

638
Total Population
84
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above United Kingdom avg
7.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.7%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.3%

Social Characteristics

Rookley vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Rookley is $39,604, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,604. The average weekly wage is $762, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 58 business establishments. 22.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rookley vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$39,604
47% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$39,604
Avg Weekly Wage$762

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)58

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.3%
Public Transit4.5%
Work from Home22.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Rookley is $322,467, 14% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $990 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 68.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 255 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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

Homeownership68.4%
Owner-Occupied68.4%
Renter-Occupied31.6%
Housing Units255

Property Tax

Rookley experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 276 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 33.3 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 187 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation187 ft (57 m)
Area7.6 sq mi (19.8 km²)
Population Density84/sq mi
Coordinates50.6551°N, 1.2833°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.3"
12% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.98"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Oct 6, 1999 34 km NNW of Fécamp, France M4.6 129 km
Nov 30, 1994 17 km N of Courseulles-sur-Mer, France M4.1 143 km
Jul 14, 2011 62 km SSE of Ventnor, United Kingdom M3.9 71 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 129 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 129 km
Sep 23, 2003 41 km WNW of Étretat, France M3.6 112 km
Sep 24, 2003 22 km WNW of Cauville-sur-Mer, France M3.5 134 km
Jun 16, 1998 18 km NNW of Yport, France M3.3 135 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 93 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 129 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 31 km
May 19, 2019 7 km ESE of Swanage, United Kingdom M3.0 42 km
Aug 26, 2002 40 km NNW of Étretat, France M3.0 113 km
Nov 26, 1991 50 km N of Urville-Nacqueville, France M3.0 66 km
Jan 27, 2015 1 km ENE of Winchester, United Kingdom M2.9 46 km
Jul 16, 2005 3 km WSW of Southwater, United Kingdom M2.9 74 km
Mar 18, 2001 8 km W of Marlborough, United Kingdom M2.9 95 km
Mar 23, 1998 11 km W of Chickerell, United Kingdom M2.9 98 km
Apr 20, 2000 5 km ESE of Grandcamp-Maisy, France M2.8 145 km
Dec 31, 1992 38 km WNW of Étretat, France M2.8 117 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 122 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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").

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27.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 19% below the national average of 33.7%. 45.4% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.4%
19% below United Kingdom avg
High School+45.4%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density84/sq mi
Total Area7.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.3%
Public Transit4.5%
Work from Home22.3%

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
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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

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual 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

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alderman Lacey Library0.0
Alderman Lacey Library0.0
Beddow Library0.0
Bembridge Library0.0
Bridgemary Library0.0
Bridgemary Library0.0
Bridgemary Library0.0
Brighstone Community Library0.0
Carnegie Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Cosham Library0.0
Cowes Library0.0
East Cowes Community Library0.0
Elson Library0.0
Fareham Library0.0
Freshwater Library0.0
Gosport Discovery Centre0.0
Gosport Discovery Centre0.0
Hythe Library0.0
Lockswood Library0.0
Lord Louis Library0.0
Netley Library0.0
Niton Library0.0
North End Library0.0
North End Library0.0
Portchester Library0.0
Portchester Library0.0
Ryde Library0.0
Ryde Library0.0
Sandown Library0.0
Shanklin Community Library0.0
Southsea LIbrary0.0
Southsea LIbrary0.0
Stubbington Library0.0
University of Portsmouth Library0.0
Ventnor Library0.0
Woolston Library0.0
Woolston Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Rookley

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bumbles
Chesapeake Mill
Fareham Market
Fareham Market
Ryde Market
Ryde Market

Hotels in Rookley

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Calverts Hotel
Chartet House
The Wheatsheaf Inn
Travelodge

Restaurants in Rookley

17 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bengal Palace
Burr's
Chartet House
Correo Lounge
Eleven
Hewitt's House Restaurant & Rooms
Hong Kong Express
Kusina
Long Island Diner
New Ming Garden
Papa P's
Pizza Hut
Tamarind
The Chequers Inn
The Lakeside
ToTo
Valentino's

Cafes in Rookley

34 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Angel Bar And Grill
Cafe 62
Caffe Isola
Club House
Coffee Shop
Comicoffee
Costa
Crêpe Lovers
Da Vinci
English Heritage Tearoom
French Franks
Gatcombe Tea Rooms
God's Providence House Tea Rooms
Isobel Community Cafe
Love Coffee
M&S Café
Moku Coffee Co
Morrisons Cafe
Mr T's Snacks
One Holyrood
Pausa
Priory Cafe
Quay Arts Centre
Radish
revive
Richmonds
Snakes And Ladders
The Blue Door
The Coffee Room
The Place to Eat
Town Choice
Valentines
Wadhams
Whitecroft Sports Ground Trust

Cinemas in Rookley

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cineworld

Theatres in Rookley

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Apollo Theatre
Quay Arts Centre

Monuments in Rookley

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Simeon Horse Trough

Castles in Rookley

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carisbrooke Castle

Zoos in Rookley

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Frequent Flyers Falconry & Wildlife Centre

Clinics in Rookley

5 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chantry House
Community CAMHS (Mental Health)
Redhouse Laser Clinic
RMA Sports Injury
The Foot Therapy Centre

Dentists in Rookley

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Medina Dental Laboratory
mydentist
The Mall Dental Practice

Veterinaries in Rookley

3 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Carisbrooke Vets
The Mobile Vet
Wight Vets

Bus Stations in Rookley

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Newport Bus Station

Gas Stations in Rookley

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Asda
Morrisons
Sainsbury's

Banks in Rookley

8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Barclays
Halifax
HSBC UK
Lloyds Bank
Nationwide
NatWest
Santander
TSB

Gyms in Rookley

4 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

FitBox
NEC Pilates
Snap Fitness
The Gym

Golf Courses in Rookley

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Newport Golf Club

Breweries in Rookley

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
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

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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.

AirportIATAType
Blackbushe AirportBBSMedium Airport
Bournemouth AirportBOHMedium Airport
Farnborough AirportFABMedium Airport
Lasham AirfieldMedium Airport
MoD Boscombe DownMedium Airport
RAF OdihamODHMedium Airport
Southampton AirportSOUMedium Airport
Barton Ashes AirstripSmall Airport
Batchley Farm 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
Bowden Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bowerchalke AirfieldSmall Airport
Bowerswaine Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Brimpton AirfieldSmall Airport
Brockwood Bottom Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Chalk Pyt Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Chilbolton AirfieldSmall Airport
Chilsfold Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Clench Common AirfieldSmall Airport
Colemore Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Colthrop Manor Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Compton Chamberlayne AirstripSmall Airport
Deptford 'Farm' AirstripSmall Airport
Deptford AirstripSmall Airport
Devizes AirstripSmall Airport
Dunsfold AerodromeSmall Airport
Fairoaks AirportSmall Airport
Farley Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Freshwater Fruit Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Goodwood AerodromeQUGSmall Airport
Greenlease Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hatchgate Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Herridge Gallops / Collingbourne Ducis AirfieldSmall Airport
Hill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hill Top Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Homestead Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Idsworth AirstripSmall Airport
Isle of Wight/Sandown AirportSmall Airport
Lower Upham AirfieldSmall Airport
Lydeway FieldSmall Airport
Manor Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Manor Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Manor House Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Marsh Court Manor Private AirstripSmall Airport
Meonstoke AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Rookley

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Carisbrooke Post Office
Gunville Post Office
Pan Post Office
Rookley Post Office

Treatment Centers in Rookley

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Nayu Wellness Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rookley

21 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
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
Wayfarers Fellowship Evangelical Church

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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Rookley

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.

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