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Silkstone, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Silkstone is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,764. Elevation: 374 ft (114 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,764 Population 10/sq mi density
374 ft Elevation 114 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
45.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$46,548 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$46,548 median income, 5.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$232,800 home value, $1,164/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Silkstone

Silkstone

Silkstone is a village and civil parish in the Metropolitan Borough of Barnsley in South Yorkshire, England. It is situated in the foothills of the Pennines, around 4 miles west of Barnsley. The modern parish includes the neighbouring village of Silkstone Common. At the 2001 census it had a population of 2,954, increasing to 3,153 at the 2011 Census.

People

Population1,764
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density10/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,548
Per Capita$46,548
Unemployment5.0%

Housing

B+
Home Value$232,800
Rent$1,164
Ownership62.3%
Housing Units706

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain45.8 in/yr
Sunny Days207/yr
Elevation374 ft (114 m)

Education

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

Community

Population1,764
Population Density10 / sq mi
Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Coordinates53.5481°, -1.5638°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation45.8 inches (1,163 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.1 inches (36 cm)
Median Household Income$46,548
Median Age42.4 years

About Silkstone

Silkstone is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,764. The city sits at an elevation of 374 feet (114 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Silkstone has a population of 1,764 with a density of 10 people per square mile, spread across 176.3 square miles. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% 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

1,764
Total Population
10
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above United Kingdom avg
176.3mi²
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

Silkstone vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Silkstone is $46,548, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,548 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $895, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 161 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Silkstone vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$46,548
38% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$46,548
Avg Weekly Wage$895

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)161

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Silkstone is $232,800, 17% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,164 (0% below the national average of $1,163). 62.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 706 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$232,800
17% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,164
0% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership62.3%
Owner-Occupied62.3%
Renter-Occupied37.7%
Housing Units706

Property Tax

Silkstone experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 14.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 374 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days207 days/yr

Geography

Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Area176.3 sq mi (456.6 km²)
Population Density10/sq mi
Coordinates53.5481°N, 1.5638°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.8"
21% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 14.1"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.78"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Feb 27, 2008 1 km NNE of Market Rasen, United Kingdom M4.8 83 km
Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 121 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 44 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 91 km
Jun 9, 2018 7 km NNE of Withernsea, United Kingdom M4.1 110 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 141 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 116 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 41 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 107 km
Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 118 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 30 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 53 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 69 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 102 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 107 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 39 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 29 km
Jan 21, 1999 4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom M3.3 128 km
Oct 23, 2002 0 km WSW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.3 40 km
Feb 20, 1995 England, United Kingdom M3.3 74 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 3.7 in
February 38°F (3°C) 2.7 in Coldest
March 42°F (5°C) 2.9 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.5 in
May 51°F (10°C) 2.2 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in Driest
August 60°F (15°C) 2.6 in Warmest
September 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
October 49°F (10°C) 3.2 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in
December 40°F (4°C) 3.8 in Wettest

Silkstone has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 38°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 34.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (2.1").

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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 Density10/sq mi
Total Area176.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Silkstone

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Silkstone Primary School - - - -
Silkstone Common Junior and Infant School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Silkstone

44 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Heart South Wales adult contemporary, pop MP3 128 kbps
Capital FM Cymru bilingual, contemporary AAC 48 kbps
BBC Radio Wales (128k) music, news UNKNOWN
Rotherham Radio - MP3 128 kbps
BBC Radio Cymru (128k) entertainment, music UNKNOWN
Radio Camarthenshire local news, pop music MP3 128 kbps
Rother Radio (Rotherham & Sheffield) - MP3 128 kbps
Amber Sound FM - AAC+ 48 kbps
The British Home Front Radio Service - MP3 128 kbps
News Radio UK information, news AAC
ARP Radio dub, dub techno MP3 320 kbps
broradio community radio, local news MP3 128 kbps
Past Perfect Radio 20s AAC+ 48 kbps
BBC Radio Cymru 2 (128k) music, news UNKNOWN
Heart North Wales local news, music MP3 128 kbps
Nation Radio Wales contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps
High Peak 1 - MP3 192 kbps
Leeds Student Radio student radio MP3 192 kbps
Yo1 Radio - MP3 192 kbps
SD Radio dance, dnb MP3 128 kbps
SMILE RADIO - MP3 128 kbps
Phoenix Radio 2000s, 2010s MP3 192 kbps
Tempo 107.4 FM - MP3 128 kbps
North Derbyshire Radio classic hits, hits MP3 192 kbps
Harrogate Hospital Radio classic hits, hospital radio MP3
Jorvik Radio - AAC 320 kbps
HearMe - trance trance MP3
Hear Me - top pop pop, pop music MP3
University Radio York - MP3 48 kbps
HWD Hospital Radio - AAC+ 112 kbps
Rhubarb Radio local radio, music MP3 160 kbps
Drystone Radio - MP3
Revolution Radio Online - AAC 320 kbps
Doncaster Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Sine FM - MP3
Sheffield Live! community radio, sheffield MP3 128 kbps
Mondo Radio community radio, variety MP3 96 kbps
Dragon Radio pop MP3 128 kbps
Silk 106.9 classic hits, hot adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
Heart West Wales commercial, pop MP3 128 kbps
Moorlands Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Erewash Sound - MP3
Millside Hospital Radio - AAC+ 192 kbps
HearMe - top pop top pop music MP3

Museums in Silkstone

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abbeydale Industrial Hamlet
Alfred Denny Museum
Bagshaw Museum and Wilton Park
Bishop's House
Bolling Hall Museum
Bradford Police Museum
Cannon Hall
Castleford Forum Museum
Castleton Village Museum
Cawthorne Victoria Jubilee Museum
Clifton Park Museum
Colton Medieval Village
Cooper Art Gallery
De Morgan Museum
Dewsbury Bus Museum
Elsecar Heritage Centre
Experience Barnsley Museum and Discovery Centre
Fulneck Moravian Museum
Heritage Quay
Kelham Island Museum
Ken Hawley Collection
Leeds Museums Discovery Centre
Legends of the Lane
Magna Science Adventure Centre
Maurice Dobson Museum
Mental Health Muesum
Middleton Railway Museum
Millennium Gallery
Museum And Gift Shop
National Emergency Services Museum
National Science and Media Museum
Royal Armouries
Shepherd Wheel
Skelmanthorpe Textile Heritage Centre
South Yorkshire Transport Museum
South Yorkshire Transport Trust
Temple Newsam House
The National Videogame Museum
Tolson Museum
Turner Museum of Glass
Wagon Hoist Mini Musem
Wakefield Museum
West Yorkshire History Centre
Weston Park Museum
Worsbrough Mill Museum
Wortley Top Forge
York And Lancaster Regimental Museum
Yorkshire Natural History Museum

Libraries in Silkstone

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
1 in 12 Club Library0.0
1 in 12 Club Library0.0
Almondbury Library0.0
Armley leeds council office0.0
Armley leeds council office0.0
Armley leeds council office0.0
Armley One Stop Centre0.0
Aston Library0.0
Batley Library0.0
Beeston Library0.0
Beeston Library0.0
Belle Isle Library0.0
Belle Isle Library0.0
Birstall Library and Information Centre0.0
Bradford Libraries0.0
Bradford Mechanics Institute0.0
Brighouse Library0.0
Broomhill Community Library0.0
Burngreave Library0.0
Burngreave Library0.0
Burngreave Library0.0
Castleford Library0.0
Central Library & Graves Gallery0.0
Chapeltown Library0.0
Cleckheaton Library0.0
Crystal Peaks Library0.0
Crystal Peaks Library0.0
Cudworth Library0.0
Darfield Library0.0
Darnall Library0.0
Denby Dale Community Library0.0
Dewsbury Library Hub0.0
Dewsbury Road Library0.0
Dewsbury Road Library0.0
Dodworth Library0.0
Drighlington Meeting Hall & Library0.0
Dronfield Library0.0
East Bowling Library0.0
East Bowling Library0.0
Ecclesall Library0.0
Ecclesfield Library0.0
Eckington Library and Information Centre0.0
Featherstone Library and Community Centre0.0
Field Library0.0
Field Library0.0
Firth Park Library0.0
Frecheville Library0.0
Garforth Library & One Stop Centre0.0
Gildersome Library0.0
Gildersome Library0.0
Gildersome Library0.0
Greasbrough Library0.0
Great Horton Library0.0
Greenwood Centre0.0
Halton Library0.0
Heckmondwike Library0.0
Hemsworth Library0.0
Highfield Library0.0
Hillsborough House Library0.0
Hipperholme Library0.0
Hipperholme Library0.0
Holmfirth Library0.0
Honley Library0.0
Horbury Library0.0
Hoyland Library0.0
Huddersfield Library and Art Gallery0.0
Hunslet Library0.0
Illingworth Library (NHS only)0.0
Illingworth Library (NHS only)0.0
Information Commons0.0
JB Priestley Library0.0
Jordanthorpe Library0.0
Killamarsh Library0.0
Kimberworth Library0.0
Kimberworth Library0.0
Kippax Library0.0
Kirkburton Library0.0
Leeds Conservatoire Library0.0
Leeds Conservatoire Library0.0
Library and Community Hub0.0
Library and Community Hub0.0
Library and Information Centre0.0
Library@The Lightbox0.0
Local Studies Library0.0
Manor Library0.0
Mapplewell and Staincross Library0.0
Methely Library0.0
Middleton Library0.0
Middleton Library0.0
Mini library0.0
Mini library0.0
Mirfield Library0.0
Morley Library0.0
Morley Library0.0
National Fairground & Circus Archive0.0
National Fairground & Circus Archive0.0
Newfield Green Library0.0
Normanton Library0.0
Park Library Centre0.0
Penistone Library0.0
Polish Library0.0
Pudsey Library0.0
Rastrick Library0.0
Rawmarsh Community Library0.0
Rawthorpe and Dalton Library, Information and Children's Centre0.0
Richmond Hill Rec Hall & library0.0
Rothwell Library0.0
Rothwell Library0.0
Rothwell Library0.0
Royston Library0.0
Sandal Library0.0
Sheffield City Archives0.0
Southey Library0.0
Stanley Library0.0
Stannington Library0.0
Stocksbridge Library0.0
The Diamond Library0.0
The Diamond Library0.0
The Learning Zone0.0
The Leeds Library0.0
The Leeds Library0.0
Thorpe Hesley Library0.0
Thorpe Hesley Library0.0
Totley Library0.0
Upperthorpe Library0.0
Wakefield One0.0
Walkley Library0.0
Walton Community Library0.0
Wath upon Dearne Community Library0.0
Western Bank Library0.0
Wibsey Library0.0
Wombwell Library0.0
Woodseats Library, Doctor's Surgery and Lloyds Pharmacy0.0
Worsbrough Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Silkstone

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Arundel Emporium
Arundel Emporium
Barnsley Markets
Birstall Market Place
Brighouse Open Market
Castleford Market Hall
Centenary Markets
Chapeltown Market
Cleckheaton Farmers' Market
Darley Street Market
Dewsbury Market
Holmfirth Attested Auction Market
Hoyland Market
Huddersfield Open Market
Huddersfield Open Market
Leeds Kirkgate Market (Indoor)
Leeds Kirkgate Market (Outdoor)
Meat And Fish Market
Middleage Market
Morley Market
Ossett Market Place
Ossett Outdoor and Flea Market
Peddler Market
Penistone Market
Pollen Market
Pollen Market
Pudsey Market
Red Brick Market
Steel Yard Kelham
The Bazaar
The Market Place
The Moor Market
The Moor Open Market

Restaurants in Silkstone

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chilli Lodge
The Bells Steakhouse
The Potting Shed

Cafes in Silkstone

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Old Stables Coffee Shop

Monuments in Silkstone

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Silkstone Waggonway

Train Stations in Silkstone

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Silkstone Common

Gas Stations in Silkstone

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asda

Breweries in Silkstone

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Abbeydale Brewery
Acorn Brewery
Arthington Brewery (area)
Arthington Brewery (area)
Blue Bee Brewery
Blue Bee Brewery
Cannon Brewery
Chantry Brewery
DMC Brewery
DMC Brewery
Emmanuales
Emmanuales
Frisky Bear Brewing Co
Frisky Bear Brewing Co
Fuggle Bunny Brew House
HB Clark And Co Ltd
Hilltop Brewery Tap
Horbury Ales
Intrepid Brewing Company
Jolly Boys' Brewery
Kelham Island Brewery
Kibble Brewery
Leeds Brewery
Leeds Brewery
Little Critters
Little Critters
Luddite Brewing Co
Mallinsons
Mitchell's Hop House
Mitchell's Hop House
Morton Collins Brewing Co
Nailmaker Brewing
Neepsend Brew Co.
Neepsend Brew Co.
Northern Monk - Sydenham Road
Northern Monk Refectory LDS
Northern Monk Refectory LDS
Ossett Brewery
Perch Brewhouse
Perch Brewhouse
Pig Love Brewery
Pig Love Brewery
Saint Mars of the Desert
Small World Beers
Stancill Brewery
Stancill Brewery
Tarn 51
The Old Flax Store
The Sheffield Brewery Co
The Sheffield Brewery Co
Thomas Fawcett
Tigertops Brewery
Triple Point Brewery
True North Brew Co.
Wilde Child Brewing Co
Wilde Child Brewing Co

Stadiums & Teams in Silkstone

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Airports Near Silkstone

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
East Midlands AirportEMALarge Airport
Leeds Bradford AirportLBALarge Airport
Manchester AirportMANLarge Airport
Leeds East Airport-Medium Airport
Nottingham City AirportNQTMedium Airport
RAF Leeming-Medium Airport
RAF Topcliffe-Medium Airport
Abbots Bromley Airfield-Small Airport
Acaster Malbis Airstrip-Small Airport
Askern Airfield-Small Airport
Bagby Thirsk Airfield-Small Airport
Bankwood Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Baxby-Husthwaite Airfield-Small Airport
Birchwood Lodge Airstrip-Small Airport
Birds Edge Airstrip-Small Airport
Breighton Airfield-Small Airport
Bridge Cottage Airstrip-Small Airport
Brook Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Burn Airfield-Small Airport
Butterfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Calton Moor Airfield-Small Airport
Camphill Airfield-Small Airport
Caunton Airfield-Small Airport
Cliffe Airstrip-Small Airport
Coal Aston Airfield-Small Airport
Crosland Moor Airfield-Small Airport
Darley Moor Airfield-Small Airport
Darlton Gliding Club-Small Airport
Derby Airfield-Small Airport
Dishforth Village Airfield-Small Airport
Elvington Airfield-Small Airport
Felixkirk Airstrip-Small Airport
Fern Farm Airstrip UL-Small Airport
Finningley Village Airstrip-Small Airport
Forwood Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Full Sutton Airfield-Small Airport
Garforth Airstrip-Small Airport
Gilrudding Grange Airstrip-Small Airport
Grove Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Haxey Airstrip-Small Airport
Hazlewood Gallop / Tadcaster Airfield-Small Airport
Headon Microlight Airfield-Small Airport
Holly Meadow Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Howden Airstrip-Small Airport
Jericho Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Langar Airfield-Small Airport
Lodge Field House Airstrip-Small Airport
Melrose Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Netherthorpe Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Silkstone

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Silkstone Post Office

Treatment Centers in Silkstone

7 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
BUPA
Cygnet Lodge
Cygnet Pindar Rehabilitation Centre
NHS Fitzwilliam Centre
St George's Medical Centre
Steps Neurological and Trauma Rehabilitation Centre
The Whitehall Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Silkstone

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints and St. James
Silkstone Common Methodist 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 Silkstone

What is the population of Silkstone?

Silkstone has a population of 1,764 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 10 people per square mile, spread across 176.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Silkstone expensive to live in?

The median household income is $46,548, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $232,800 (17% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,164 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 Silkstone?

Silkstone has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 45.8 inches, with 14.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Silkstone?

The unemployment rate in Silkstone is 5.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $895. There are 161 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Silkstone?

The median home value in Silkstone is $232,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,164. The homeownership rate is 62.3%.

How are the schools in Silkstone?

50.0% of adults in Silkstone 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 Silkstone?

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

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