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Sharpness, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Sharpness is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,029. Elevation: 43 ft (13 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,029 Population 3/sq mi density
43 ft Elevation 13 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
45.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,944 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$249,800 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,029
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,944
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$249,800
Rent$1,249
Ownership63.0%
Housing Units412

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Sunny Days215/yr
Elevation43 ft (13 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population1,029
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Coordinates51.7197°, -2.4775°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation45.7 inches (1,160 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.6 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Sharpness

Sharpness is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,029. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet (13 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Sharpness has a population of 1,029 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 346.6 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,029
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
346.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Sharpness vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Sharpness is $49,944, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 94 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sharpness vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,944
34% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,944
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)94

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sharpness is $249,800, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 412 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$249,800
11% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,249
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.0%
Owner-Occupied63.0%
Renter-Occupied37.0%
Housing Units412

Property Tax

Sharpness experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. The area receives 2.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 43 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days215 days/yr

Geography

Elevation43 ft (13 m)
Area346.6 sq mi (897.7 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates51.7197°N, 2.4775°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.7"
20% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 2.6"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.03"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

43 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 28, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 92 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 75 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 74 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 95 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 123 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 86 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 121 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 67 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 78 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 130 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 81 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 78 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 54 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 54 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 109 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 48 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 45 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 83 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 78 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 113 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 - 140 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.9 in
February 40°F (5°C) 2.1 in Coldest
March 44°F (6°C) 2.3 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.0 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.3 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
November 46°F (8°C) 2.7 in
December 42°F (6°C) 3.0 in Wettest

Sharpness has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (1.7").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area346.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Sharpness

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Sharpness Primary School - - - -
Blakeney Primary School - - - -
OneSchoolGlobal Bristol Campus - - - -
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Radio Stations near Sharpness

50 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Mystery Train Radio americana, blues AAC 192 kbps
SOUL RADIO Only Classic Soul 50s, 60s AAC+ 192 kbps
SWU FM dnb, drum and bass MP3 128 kbps
Vibe Central Radio club, club dance MP3 320 kbps
Noods Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Heart Bristol pop music AAC 48 kbps
Malvern Radio International - Pumpkin FM classical baroque, classical music MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - POP (MP3) pop MP3 128 kbps
POP DAB pop MP3 128 kbps
HearMe - 1990s pop music 1990s pop music MP3
BCfm 93.2 bristol, rock MP3 128 kbps
BBC Radio Bristol bbc, bristol UNKNOWN
Like Radio - CHRISTMAS (MP3) christmas music, pop MP3 128 kbps
BBC Radio Hereford and Worcester - UNKNOWN
Like Radio - ONE (MP3) music MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand Anthems (MP3) dance anthems, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand Anthems (AAC+) dance anthems, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - NEW (AAC+) pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ALT (MP3) alternative MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - CHILL (MP3) chill, pop MP3 128 kbps
Hereford FC edgar street, hereford fc MP3 96 kbps
Like Radio - CHILL (AAC+) chill, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - COUNTRY (AAC+) country AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - LOVE (MP3) love songs, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - ALT (AAC+) alternative AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ONE (AAC+) music AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - HOLIDAY CLASSICS (MP3) classics, holiday MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - NEW (MP3) pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand (AAC+) dance, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Dean Radio local radio, pop MP3 128 kbps
100% Whatever Westcountry - MP3
Wave Community Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Grey Clay Radio ambient, dark ambient MP3 128 kbps
WIDE Radio club, dance MP3
Frome FM 96.6 community radio, frome MP3 120 kbps
Crystal Love Radio - MP3 128 kbps
CruiseOne Radio electronic, indie MP3 256 kbps
Ujima Radio african music, blues MP3 128 kbps
Thornbury Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Like Radio - CHRISTMAS (AAC+) christmas music, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Cotswold Hospital Radio - MP3 96 kbps
Radio Groovy - MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand (MP3) dance, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - COUNTRY (MP3) country MP3 128 kbps
Somervalley fm community radio, local station MP3 192 kbps
Like Radio - ANTHEMS (MP3) anthems, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - HOLIDAY (MP3) holiday, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - ANTHEMS (AAC+) anthems, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - RETRO (AAC+) pop, retro AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Sharpness

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aerospace Bristol
Aerospace Bristol
Blaise Castle House Museum
Blaise Castle House Museum
Blaise Hamlet
Blaise Hamlet
Blaise Museum - Kingsweston Roman Villa
Blaise Museum - Kingsweston Roman Villa
Castle House
Chepstow Museum
Clearwell Caves
Coleford Great Western Railway Museum
Coleford Great Western Railway Museum
Dean Forest Railway Museum
Dean Heritage Museum
Discovery Centre, Museum of Gloucester
Dursley Heritage Centre
Edward Jenner Museum
Frenchay Village Museum
Frenchay Village Museum
Garden Welcome Centre
Garden Welcome Centre
Glenside Hospital Museum
Glenside Hospital Museum
Gloucester Waterways Museum
Littledean Jail
Monmouth Castle & Regimental Museum
Museum of Gloucester
Scott House Museum
Sea Mills 100 Museum
Sea Mills 100 Museum
Shire Hall Museum
Soldiers of Gloucestershire
The Folk of Gloucester
The George Müller Museum
The George Müller Museum
Thornbury and District Museum
Tintern Old Station
Tintern Old Station Car Park
Wotton-under-Edge Heritage Centre
Yate Heritage Centre

Libraries in Sharpness

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Avonmouth Library & Community Centre0.0
Berkeley Books0.0
Bishopston Library0.0
Bradley Stoke Library0.0
Bream Community Library0.0
Chepstow Community Hub0.0
Chipping Sodbury Library0.0
Cinderford Library0.0
Coleford Library0.0
D0.0
Downend Library0.0
Emersons Green Library0.0
Filton Library0.0
Fishponds Library0.0
Frenchay Campus Library0.0
Frenchay Campus Library0.0
Gloucester Library0.0
Gloucester Library0.0
Henbury Library0.0
Henleaze Library0.0
Hillfields Library0.0
Horfield Library0.0
Lending Library0.0
Lydney Library0.0
Monmouth Community Hub0.0
Newent Library0.0
Newnham Community Library0.0
Patchway Library0.0
Pill Library & Childrens' Centre0.0
Quedgeley Library0.0
School Library0.0
Sea Mills Library0.0
Shirehampton Library0.0
Shirehampton Library0.0
Southmead Library0.0
Southmead Library0.0
Staple Hill Library0.0
Stonehouse Library0.0
The Library0.0
The Library0.0
Thornbury Library0.0
Tuffley Library0.0
Westbury Library0.0
Winterbourne Library0.0
Yate Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Sharpness

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Eastgate Market Hall
Hempstead Meadows
Newhall Farm Shop

Hotels in Sharpness

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pier View Hotel

Breweries in Sharpness

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bespoke Brewery and Littledean Tap House
Clays Press Cider
Gloucester Brewery and Taproom
Little Giant Brewery
Ross On Wye Cider & Perry Co
The Fresh Standard
Wiper & True Barrel Store
Woofy's Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Sharpness

TeamLeagueDivision
Bristol County Ground
Bristol Manor Farm Football Club
Memorial Stadium
Tumps BMX Track

Ski Resorts Near Sharpness

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
South Wilts Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Sharpness

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birmingham AirportBHXLarge Airport
Bristol AirportBRSLarge Airport
Gloucestershire AirportGLOMedium Airport
MoD Boscombe Down-Medium Airport
RAF FairfordFFDMedium Airport
RNAS YeoviltonYEOMedium Airport
Abergavenny Airstrip-Small Airport
Allensmore Airfield-Small Airport
Aston Down Airfield-Small Airport
Avon Lane Airfield-Small Airport
Badminton Airfield-Small Airport
Batch End Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club-Small Airport
Berrow Airstrip-Small Airport
Bidford Airfield-Small Airport
Biss Brook Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bowerchalke Airfield-Small Airport
Bowldown Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brine Pits Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bristol and Gloucestershire Gliding Club-Small Airport
Broadmeadow Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Byecross Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Calcot Airfield-Small Airport
Chalk Pyt Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Charlton Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Charmy Down Airstrip-Small Airport
Chase Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Clench Common Airfield-Small Airport
Clutton Hill Airstrip-Small Airport
Colliers Elm Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Compton Chamberlayne Airstrip-Small Airport
Cotswold AirportGBASmall Airport
Craysmarsh Airstrip-Small Airport
Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Croft Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Crumpton Oaks Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Curry Rivel Airstrip-Small Airport
Deptford 'Farm' Airstrip-Small Airport
Deptford Airstrip-Small Airport
Devizes Airstrip-Small Airport
Draycot Farm Aerodrome-Small Airport
Edington Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Garston Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Godney Airstrip-Small Airport
Great House Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Green Acres Airstrip-Small Airport
Gutchpool Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Halesland Glider Field-Small Airport

Post Offices in Sharpness

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Blakeney Post Office
Newtown Post Office

Treatment Centers in Sharpness

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bristol Breast Care Centre
Frenchay Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre
Hyperbaric Oxygen Heaven
NGS Macmillan Wellbeing Centre
Portbury Medical Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Sharpness

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints, Blakeney
St Andrew
St John the Evangelist's 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 Sharpness

What is the population of Sharpness?

Sharpness has a population of 1,029 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 346.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Sharpness expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $249,800 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Sharpness?

Sharpness has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 45.7 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Sharpness?

Sharpness has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 94 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Sharpness?

The median home value in Sharpness is $249,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.

How are the schools in Sharpness?

50.0% of adults in Sharpness hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Sharpness?

90% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability.

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