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Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Shipston on Stour is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 5,038. Elevation: 236 ft (72 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
5,038 Population 9/sq mi density
236 ft Elevation 72 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
37.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$52,426 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$52,426 median income, 3.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.3 / 5.0
$496,567 home value, $1,311/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population5,038
Median Age48.2 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 5%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,426
Per Capita$52,426
Unemployment3.3%

Housing

F
Home Value$496,567
Rent$1,311
Ownership72.6%
Housing Units2,015

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain37.8 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation236 ft (72 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.5%
High School+55.9%

Community

Population5,038
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Coordinates52.0606°, -1.6278°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation37.8 inches (959 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.6 inches (14 cm)
Median Household Income$52,426
Median Age48.2 years

About Shipston on Stour

Shipston on Stour is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 5,038. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet (72 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Shipston on Stour has a population of 5,038 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 574.9 square miles. The median age is 48.2 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (5%), with 2.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.9% of residents. 4.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 4.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

5,038
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
48.2yrs
Median Age
24% above United Kingdom avg
574.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.9%
22% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 4.1%

Social Characteristics

Shipston on Stour vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Shipston on Stour is $52,426, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,426 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,008, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 458 business establishments. 39.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Shipston on Stour vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$52,426
30% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$52,426
Avg Weekly Wage$1,008

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)458

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone47.4%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home39.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Shipston on Stour is $496,567, 76% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,311 (13% above the national average of $1,163). 72.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,015 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$496,567
76% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,311
13% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.6%
Owner-Occupied72.6%
Renter-Occupied27.4%
Housing Units2,015

Property Tax

Climate in Shipston on Stour

Shipston on Stour has an average annual temperature of 10.9°C (52°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.7°C), the coldest is Jan (4.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.4°C / 40°F 1.6° / 7.1° 0.0
Feb 5.2°C / 41°F 2.2° / 8.1° 0.0
Apr 9.5°C / 49°F 5° / 14° 0.0
May 12.6°C / 55°F 7.9° / 17.3° 0.0
Jun 15.5°C / 60°F 11° / 20° 0.0
Jul 17.7°C / 64°F 13° / 22.4° 0.0
Aug 17°C / 63°F 12.8° / 21.3° 0.0
Sep 14.4°C / 58°F 10.2° / 18.5° 0.0
Oct 11.2°C / 52°F 7.7° / 14.7° 0.0
Nov 7.6°C / 46°F 4.7° / 10.5° 0.0
Dec 5.2°C / 41°F 2.6° / 7.9° 0.0
Shipston on Stour experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.8 inches. The area receives 5.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 236 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Area574.9 sq mi (1,489.1 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates52.0606°N, 1.6278°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.8"
1% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 5.6"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.52"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

49 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 62 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 97 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 133 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 102 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 24 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 112 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 97 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 143 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 5 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 114 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 124 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 143 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 122 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 95 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 119 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 130 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 114 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 109 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 111 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 143 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 2.4 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 2.1 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 60°F (16°C) 1.9 in
August 61°F (16°C) 2.3 in Warmest
September 56°F (14°C) 2.4 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in
December 40°F (5°C) 2.5 in Wettest

Shipston on Stour has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 26.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.7").

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39.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% above the national average of 33.7%. 55.9% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.5%
17% above United Kingdom avg
High School+55.9%
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area574.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone47.4%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home39.5%

Schools in Shipston on Stour

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Shipston High School
Shipston-on-Stour Primary School
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Radio Stations near Shipston on Stour

35 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BBC World Service news, talk MP3 56 kbps
LBC UK news talk, talk AAC 48 kbps
Smooth Radio easy listening, smooth AAC 48 kbps
BBC World Service (128k) news, talk UNKNOWN
Greatest Hits Radio AAC+ 48 kbps
Capital XTRA MP3 128 kbps
Mystery Train Radio americana, blues AAC 192 kbps
LBC London (National stream) news, talk MP3 48 kbps
Capital XTRA MP3 128 kbps
Incapable Staircase ambient, disco MP3 128 kbps
Smooth Radio (Suffolk) adult contemporary, chill AAC 48 kbps
Box UK Radio MP3 128 kbps
Flashback Radio 00s, 90s AAC 128 kbps
BritAsia Radio MP3 320 kbps
Genesis Radio Birmingham MP3 128 kbps
Fosse 107 80s, 90s AAC 80 kbps
Apocalypse Radio dance, dj remix AAC+ 320 kbps
BBC CWR UNKNOWN
Brumside Radio MP3 128 kbps
Hits Radio Coventry AAC+ 47 kbps
LASER558 MP3 128 kbps
Raiders Radio dnb, drum and bass AAC 128 kbps
GRB 70's, reggae MP3 192 kbps
Heart FM (Birmingham) AAC 48 kbps
BFBS Brize Norton AAC+ 64 kbps
RocknationFm aor / slow rock / soft rock (adult-orientated rock e.g. the eagles.), blues rock MP3 128 kbps
SOULPOWER-RADIO.COM funk, jazz MP3 192 kbps
RAM FM - 80s Hit Radio 80s MP3 320 kbps
Radio Horton MP3 128 kbps
Skylab Radio MP3
Radio Groovy MP3 128 kbps
Kennet Radio AAC 48 kbps
Windrush Radio MP3 160 kbps
Radio Cherwell MP3 128 kbps
itisnow Radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Shipston on Stour

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
British Motor Museum
Broadway Museum and Art Gallery
Charlbury Museum
Chipping Norton Museum
Collections Centre
Combe Mill
Cotswold Motoring Museum & Toy Collection
Court Barn
Gordon Russell Museum
Henley-in-Arden Heritage Centre
Leamington Spa Art Gallery & Museum
Market Hall Warwickshire Museum
Roman Alcester Museum
Royal Regiment of Fusiliers
RSC Costume Workshop
Shakespeare's Schoolroom & Guildhall
Shipston Museum
St John's House
Stratford Armouries
Swalcliffe Tithe Barn
The MAD (Mechanical Art and Design) Museum
The Museum of The Queen’s Royal Hussars
The Old Mill
The Old Prison
The Shakespeare Centre
Tool Shed Exhibition
Tudor World
Warwickshire Yeomanry Museum
Wellington Aviation Museum

Libraries in Shipston on Stour

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alcester Town Library0.0
Broadway Library0.0
Charlbury Community Centre0.0
Charlbury Library0.0
Chipping Norton Library0.0
George Moore Community Centre0.0
Harbury Library0.0
Henley Community Library0.0
Hook Norton Library0.0
Leamington Library0.0
Libary0.0
Lillington Library0.0
Moreton-in-Marsh Library0.0
North Leigh Library0.0
Southam Library0.0
Stonesfield Library0.0
Stratford Library0.0
The Library0.0
Warwick Library0.0
Wellesbourne LIbrary0.0
Whitnash Library0.0
Wychwoods Branch Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Shipston on Stour

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Wellesbourne Market

Hotels in Shipston on Stour

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Old Mill

Restaurants in Shipston on Stour

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bastardos
Bengal Cuisine
Casa Italian Restuarant
The Bower House

Cafes in Shipston on Stour

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blue Bean Cafe
Ferment & Flour
Mrs Browns Tea Rooms

Monuments in Shipston on Stour

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Water Pump

Clinics in Shipston on Stour

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shipston Therapy Centre

Dentists in Shipston on Stour

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shipston Dental Practice

Gas Stations in Shipston on Stour

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rowborough Filling Station

Banks in Shipston on Stour

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lloyds Bank

Breweries in Shipston on Stour

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Donnington Brewery
Hawkstone Brewery
Hook Norton Brewery
North Cotswold Brewery
Purity Brewing Company
The Slaughterhouse Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Shipston on Stour

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Ski Resorts Near Shipston on Stour

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Shipston on Stour

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birmingham AirportBHXLarge Airport
Coventry AirportCVTMedium Airport
Gloucestershire AirportGLOMedium Airport
London Oxford AirportOXFMedium Airport
RAF BensonBEXMedium Airport
RAF Brize NortonBZZMedium Airport
RAF CosfordMedium Airport
RAF FairfordFFDMedium Airport
Arden Heath Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Aston Down AirfieldSmall Airport
Badminton AirfieldSmall Airport
Baileys Fram AirstripSmall Airport
Baxterley AerodromeSmall Airport
Bericote Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bernwood Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Berrow AirstripSmall Airport
Bicester AirfieldSmall Airport
Bidford AirfieldSmall Airport
Bitteswell Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bowden Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bowldown Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brimpton AirfieldSmall Airport
Brine Pits Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bristol and Gloucestershire Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Brown Shutters Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bruntingthorpe AerodromeSmall Airport
Buttermilk Hall FarmSmall Airport
Calcot AirfieldSmall Airport
Camp Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Chalgrove AirfieldSmall Airport
Charlton Park AirstripSmall Airport
Charmy Down AirstripSmall Airport
Claybrooke Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Clench Common AirfieldSmall Airport
Colliers Elm Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Colthrop Manor Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Cornbury House AirstripSmall Airport
Cotswold AirportGBASmall Airport
Cottage Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Craysmarsh AirstripSmall Airport
Croft Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Croughton Manor Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Crumpton Oaks Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Denford Manor AirstripSmall Airport
Devizes AirstripSmall Airport
Draycot Farm AerodromeSmall Airport
Drayton St Leonard AirfieldSmall Airport
Englefield AirstripSmall Airport
Enstone AerodromeSmall Airport
Field Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Shipston on Stour

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Shipton-on-Stour Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shipston on Stour

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints
Church of the Ascension
Our Lady and Saint Michael
Saint Barnabas and Saint Nicholas
Saint Edmund
Saint Martin
Saint Thomas of Canterbury
Shipston-on-Stour Methodist Church
St Peter's

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 Shipston on Stour

What is the population of Shipston on Stour?

Shipston on Stour has a population of 5,038 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 574.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Shipston on Stour expensive to live in?

The median household income is $52,426, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $496,567 (76% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,311 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Shipston on Stour?

Shipston on Stour has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 37.8 inches, with 5.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Shipston on Stour?

Shipston on Stour has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,008. There are 458 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Shipston on Stour?

The median home value in Shipston on Stour is $496,567. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,311. The homeownership rate is 72.6%.

How are the schools in Shipston on Stour?

39.5% of adults in Shipston on Stour hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 55.9% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Shipston on Stour?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Shipston on Stour is 5% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 2.2% Asian. 95.9% of residents speak only English at home. 4.3% of the population are military veterans. 4.1% of residents have a disability.

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