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Sandown, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Sandown is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 20,155. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
20,155 Population 100/sq mi density
121 ft Elevation 37 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
31.7 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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Full City Profile

People

Population20,155
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density100/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 Units8,062

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation121 ft (37 m)

Education

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

Community

Population20,155
Population Density100 / sq mi
Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Coordinates50.6516°, -1.1610°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation31.7 inches (804 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$39,604
Median Age51.3 years

About Sandown

Sandown is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 20,155. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Sandown has a population of 20,155 with a density of 100 people per square mile, spread across 201.2 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

20,155
Total Population
100
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above United Kingdom avg
201.2mi²
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

Sandown vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Sandown 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 1,834 business establishments. 22.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sandown 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

Unemployment5.7%
58% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)1,834

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Sandown 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 8,062 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 Units8,062

Property Tax

Climate in Sandown

Sandown has an average annual temperature of 12.6°C (55°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.1°C), the coldest is Jan (7.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 942 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 7.8°C / 46°F 3.6° / 11.9° 85.0
Feb 8.4°C / 47°F 4.1° / 11.2° 89.7
Mar 8.7°C / 48°F 4.5° / 11.6° 76.0
Apr 9.7°C / 49°F 5° / 13.5° 44.7
May 12.4°C / 54°F 8.5° / 16.5° 45.3
Jun 15.1°C / 59°F 11° / 20.2° 54.7
Jul 17.2°C / 63°F 14.1° / 21.7° 54.2
Aug 18.1°C / 64°F 14.9° / 21.6° 51.0
Sep 17.2°C / 63°F 12.6° / 20.8° 79.1
Oct 15.1°C / 59°F 11.2° / 17.8° 134.3
Nov 11.8°C / 53°F 6.6° / 15.9° 111.1
Dec 9.5°C / 49°F 4.6° / 13° 117.5
Sandown experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 279 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 31.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Area201.2 sq mi (521.0 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates50.6516°N, 1.1610°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.7"
17% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.70"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

29 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 M4.6 121 km
Nov 30, 1994 17 km N of Courseulles-sur-Mer, France M4.1 139 km
Jul 14, 2011 62 km SSE of Ventnor, United Kingdom M3.9 66 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 137 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 137 km
Sep 23, 2003 41 km WNW of Étretat, France M3.6 107 km
Sep 24, 2003 22 km WNW of Cauville-sur-Mer, France M3.5 128 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 87 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 137 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 24 km
Jun 16, 1998 18 km NNW of Yport, France M3.3 128 km
Nov 26, 1991 50 km N of Urville-Nacqueville, France M3.0 70 km
May 19, 2019 7 km ESE of Swanage, United Kingdom M3.0 50 km
Aug 26, 2002 40 km NNW of Étretat, France M3.0 106 km
Jan 27, 2015 1 km ENE of Winchester, United Kingdom M2.9 48 km
Mar 18, 2001 8 km W of Marlborough, United Kingdom M2.9 99 km
Jul 16, 2005 3 km WSW of Southwater, United Kingdom M2.9 67 km
Mar 23, 1998 11 km W of Chickerell, United Kingdom M2.9 106 km
Apr 20, 2000 5 km ESE of Grandcamp-Maisy, France M2.8 144 km
Dec 31, 1992 38 km WNW of Étretat, France M2.8 111 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 - 131 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 3.6 in
February 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 2.6 in
April 48°F (9°C) 2.0 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.8 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.1 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in Warmest, Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 58°F (15°C) 2.8 in
October 53°F (12°C) 3.5 in
November 47°F (8°C) 3.7 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 3.6 in

Sandown has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 41°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (1.6").

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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 Density100/sq mi
Total Area201.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Sandown

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Forest Edge School - - - -
The Bay Church of England School (Secondary School) - - - -
Broadlea Primary School - - - -
The Bay Church of England School (Primary School) - - - -
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Radio Stations near Sandown

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 Sandown

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
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
Dinosaur Farm Museum
Dinosaur Isle
Eastney Beam Engine House
Eastney Gas Engine House
Emsworth Museum
Explosion! Museum of Naval Firepower
Fort Brockhurst
Fort Nelson
Genesis Expo
Gosport Museum
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
Sir Max Aitken Museum
Solent Sky
Solent Sky
Southsea Castle
St Thomas Church (Heritage Centre)
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
Westbury Manor Museum
Wight Aviation Museum
WW1 Remembrance Centre

Libraries in Sandown

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
Emsworth Library0.0
Fareham Library0.0
Gosport Discovery Centre0.0
Gosport Discovery Centre0.0
Havant Library0.0
Havant Library0.0
Hayling Island Library0.0
Hythe Library0.0
Leigh Park 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
Waterlooville Library and Learning Centre0.0
Woolston Library0.0
Woolston Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Sandown

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bumbles
Chesapeake Mill
Fareham Market
Fareham Market
Ryde Market
Ryde Market
Waterlooville Pop up Shop

Hotels in Sandown

43 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Altavia Hotel
Bayshore Hotel
Bell Lodge Hotel
Bertram Lodge
Burlington Hotel
Caprera Hotel
Carisbrooke House Hotel
Chad Hill Hotel
Channel View Hotel
Chaston Manor Hotel
Chester Lodge Hotel
Claremont Hotel
Cliff Lodge
Denewood
Fernside Hotel
Friends Hotel
Haytor Lodge
Hotel Maria
Inglewood
Malvern Hotel
Marina
Melville Hall Hotel
Montpelier
Piers View
Premier Inn
Premier Inn
Rooftree Hotel
Royal Pier Hotel
Sandhill Private Hotel
Sandringham Hotel
Sands Hotel
The Berney Hotel
The Caledonian
The Lorron
The Wight Hotel
The Wight Orchid Island Hotel
Trouville Hotel
Victoria Lodge Hotel
White House Hotel
Whitecliff View
Wight Bay Hotel
Wighthill Hotel
Winchester House

Restaurants in Sandown

11 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bay Leaf
Cardamom
Eastern Eye
McCarthy's Bar and Restaurant
Mumbai Bites
Ocean Deck
Old Corner Bank
Royal China Restaurant
Sandown Pub & Kitchen
The Bandstand
The Reef

Cafes in Sandown

34 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barnaby's Restaurant
Bellamy's Bistro
Blueberry's
Boardwalk Cafe
Boojum Bubbles
Browns Golf
Cafe Aroma
Coffee Chameleon
F
Fins Beach Cafe
Gaslight Cafe
Island Bistro
Kate Cottage
Little Dessert Shop
Market Street Cafe
Muzza's Kitchen
Pebbles
Pioneer Cafe
Ritchie's Diner
Swim
The Bay Vegan Deli & Coffee House
The Beach Cafe
The Beach Shack
The Bear's Cafe
The Buttie Box
The Cabin
The Coffee Bubble at the Bay
The Sea Side Cafe
The Steam Room
The Sundial
Tradewinds
Viv's Cooking
Wildheart Café
Yaverland Kiosk

Zoos in Sandown

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

Clinics in Sandown

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Solent Podiatry

Dentists in Sandown

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bright Smile
Sandown Dental Practice

Veterinaries in Sandown

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Carisbrooke Vets
Pet Doctors Veterinary Clinic

Train Stations in Sandown

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lake
Sandown

Gas Stations in Sandown

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Morrisons

Gyms in Sandown

3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Heights Leisure Centre
TJ's
Tone Zone Gym

Golf Courses in Sandown

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Brown's Golf Course
Shanklin & Sandown Golf Club

Breweries in Sandown

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 Emsworth Brewery
The Emsworth Brewery
The Emsworth Brewery
The Southsea Brewing Company
The Southsea Brewing Company
Urban Island
Urban Island
Vibrant Forest Brewery
Wight Knuckle Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Sandown

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Ski Resorts Near Sandown

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Sandown

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Blackbushe AirportBBSMedium Airport
Bournemouth AirportBOHMedium Airport
Farnborough AirportFABMedium Airport
Lasham Airfield-Medium Airport
MoD Boscombe Down-Medium Airport
RAF OdihamODHMedium Airport
Southampton AirportSOUMedium Airport
Barton Ashes Airstrip-Small Airport
Batchley Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Baynard's Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Bembridge AirportBBPSmall 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
Brimpton Airfield-Small Airport
Brockwood Bottom Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brooklands Aerodrome-Small Airport
Chilbolton Airfield-Small Airport
Chilsfold Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Clench Common Airfield-Small Airport
Colemore Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Dunsfold Aerodrome-Small Airport
Fairoaks Airport-Small Airport
Farley Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Fowler's Field Airstrip-Small Airport
Fowler's Field Airstrip-Small Airport
Freshwater Fruit Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Goodwood AerodromeQUGSmall Airport
Greenlease Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hadfold 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
Manor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Manor House Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Marsh Court Manor Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Meonstoke Airstrip-Small Airport
Middle Wallop Airfield-Small Airport
Netheravon Airfield-Small Airport
North Honer Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Old Mill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Old Sarum Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Sandown

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Lake Post Office

Treatment Centers in Sandown

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Nayu Wellness Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sandown

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Avenue Road Evangelical
Baptist Church
Christ Church
Church of the Good Shepherd
Kingdom Hall
Lake Green Christian Mission
Lake Methodist Church
Sandown Methodist Church
St Johns
St Patricks Catholic Church
The Lighthouse Church

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 Sandown

What is the population of Sandown?

Sandown has a population of 20,155 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 100 people per square mile, spread across 201.2 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 Sandown 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 Sandown?

Sandown has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches.

How is the job market in Sandown?

The unemployment rate in Sandown 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 1,834 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Sandown?

The median home value in Sandown is $322,467. For renters, the median monthly rent is $990. The homeownership rate is 68.4%.

How are the schools in Sandown?

27.4% of adults in Sandown 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 Sandown?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sandown 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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