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Skellingthorpe, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Skellingthorpe is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 3,359. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
3,359 Population 244/sq mi density
49 ft Elevation 15 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
37.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$47,377 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$47,377 median income, 3.5% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$298,458 home value, $1,184/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Skellingthorpe

Skellingthorpe

Skellingthorpe is a village and civil parish in the North Kesteven district of Lincolnshire, England. The population of the village at the 2011 census was 3,465. It is situated 3 miles (5 km) west of Lincoln, 4 miles (6 km) southeast of Saxilby, 6 miles (10 km) northwest of North Hykeham and 15 miles (24 km) east of Tuxford.

People

Population3,359
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density244/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans10.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,377
Per Capita$47,377
Unemployment3.5%

Housing

B
Home Value$298,458
Rent$1,184
Ownership73.8%
Housing Units1,344

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days217/yr
Elevation49 ft (15 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+49.9%

Community

Population3,359
Population Density244 / sq mi
Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Coordinates53.2353°, -0.6191°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation37.0 inches (941 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.4 inches (14 cm)
Median Household Income$47,377
Median Age46.1 years

About Skellingthorpe

Skellingthorpe is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 3,359. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Skellingthorpe has a population of 3,359 with a density of 244 people per square mile, spread across 13.8 square miles. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (2.8%), with 1.3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.5% of residents. 10.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 4.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

3,359
Total Population
244
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above United Kingdom avg
13.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.5%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.5%

Social Characteristics

Skellingthorpe vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Skellingthorpe is $47,377, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,377 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $911, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 306 business establishments. 27.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Skellingthorpe vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$47,377
37% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$47,377
Avg Weekly Wage$911

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)306

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone57.9%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home27.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Skellingthorpe is $298,458, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,184 (2% above the national average of $1,163). 73.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,344 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$298,458
6% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,184
2% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.8%
Owner-Occupied73.8%
Renter-Occupied26.2%
Housing Units1,344

Property Tax

Climate in Skellingthorpe

Skellingthorpe has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.1°C), the coldest is Jan (4.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 613 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.4°C / 40°F 2° / 6.7° 49.9
Feb 4.8°C / 41°F 2° / 7.6° 38.1
Mar 6.6°C / 44°F 3.2° / 10.1° 36.4
Apr 9°C / 48°F 4.8° / 13.1° 43.3
May 11.9°C / 53°F 7.5° / 16.3° 48.3
Jun 14.8°C / 59°F 10.4° / 19.1° 56.3
Jul 17.1°C / 63°F 12.6° / 21.6° 59.6
Aug 16.9°C / 62°F 12.5° / 21.3° 57.0
Sep 14.3°C / 58°F 10.4° / 18.2° 53.8
Oct 10.8°C / 51°F 7.6° / 14° 60.3
Nov 7.2°C / 45°F 4.6° / 9.7° 58.4
Dec 4.6°C / 40°F 2.4° / 6.9° 51.2
Skellingthorpe experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches. The area receives 5.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days217 days/yr

Geography

Elevation49 ft (15 m)
Area13.8 sq mi (35.7 km²)
Population Density244/sq mi
Coordinates53.2353°N, 0.6191°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.0"
3% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 5.4"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.17"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

46 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 27 km
Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 130 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 137 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 110 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 46 km
Jun 9, 2018 7 km NNE of Withernsea, United Kingdom M4.1 77 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 125 km
Dec 21, 2000 38 km NNE of Cromer, United Kingdom M4.0 145 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 107 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 57 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 95 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 38 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 140 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 124 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 58 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 105 km
Jun 21, 1998 74 km E of Flamborough, United Kingdom M3.5 142 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 99 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 99 km
Jan 30, 2002 25 km NNE of Sheringham, United Kingdom M3.4 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.0 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.7 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.7 in
August 62°F (16°C) 2.2 in Warmest, Wettest
September 57°F (14°C) 1.9 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.0 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.0 in
December 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in

Skellingthorpe has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 22.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.2") and February the driest (1.4").

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29.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 11% below the national average of 33.7%. 49.9% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.9%
11% below United Kingdom avg
High School+49.9%
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density244/sq mi
Total Area13.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone57.9%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home27.1%

Schools in Skellingthorpe

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Leslie Manser Primary School
St Hugh's Catholic Primary
The Holt Primary School
Woodlands Infant and Nursery School
St Lawrence Church of England Primary School
The Lancaster School
Lincoln Birchwood Junior School
Fortuna School
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Radio Stations near Skellingthorpe

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
HearMe - Classic Hard Rock classic hard rock MP3
Magna Radio classic hits, hits MP3
Lincs Sound 00s, 10s UNKNOWN
103 The Eye MP3 128 kbps
Radio Newark MP3 64 kbps
Magna Mix classic hits, hits MP3
Heckington Living Community Radio MP3 128 kbps
Doncaster Radio MP3 192 kbps
107FM community MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Skellingthorpe

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chadwick Centre
Cranwell Aviation Heritage Centre
Gainsborough Old Hall
Lincoln Museum
Lincolnshire Road Transport Museum
Mrs Smith's Cottage
Museum of Lincolnshire Life
National Civil War Centre
Newark Air Museum
Newark Town Hall Museum and Art Gallery
RAF Ingham - Polish Bomber Squadrons Centre
RAF Waddington Heritage Centre
Sector Operations Room Museum
Skellingthorpe Heritage Room
Sleaford Museum
The Gainsborough Heritage Centre
Victorian Prison

Libraries in Skellingthorpe

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Balderton Library0.0
Birchwood Library0.0
Boultham Library0.0
Bracebridge Heath Community Library0.0
Bracebridge Library0.0
Cherry Willingham Library0.0
Collingham Library0.0
Gainsborough Library0.0
Great Central Warehouse Library0.0
Library0.0
Lincoln Central Library0.0
Nettleham Library0.0
Newark Library0.0
Post Office and Library0.0
Ruskington Library0.0
Sleaford Library0.0
Welton Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Skellingthorpe

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cornhill Market
Hemswell Sunday Market - Carboot Sale
Lincoln Autojumble
Market Square
Market Square

Hotels in Skellingthorpe

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Garner Hotel Lincoln
The Windmill Farm

Restaurants in Skellingthorpe

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Damons
Frankie & Benny's
Harbour Lights
Laziza Indian Bar & Restaurant
Pronto Pizza

Cafes in Skellingthorpe

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Latte
Café Repleat
Costa Drive Thru
Daisy made Ice Cream
hartsholme cafe
Micks A57 cafe

Dentists in Skellingthorpe

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Red Pepper Clinic

Veterinaries in Skellingthorpe

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Linc Vet

Gas Stations in Skellingthorpe

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Shell

Gyms in Skellingthorpe

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Total Fitness

Breweries in Skellingthorpe

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Ferry Ales
Milestone Brewery
Pheasantry Brewery
Springhead Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Skellingthorpe

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Skellingthorpe

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
East Midlands AirportEMALarge Airport
Humberside AirportHUYMedium Airport
Leeds East AirportMedium Airport
Nottingham City AirportNQTMedium Airport
RAF Barkston HeathMedium Airport
RAF ConingsbyQCYMedium Airport
RAF CranwellMedium Airport
RAF WaddingtonWTNMedium Airport
RAF WitteringMedium Airport
(Duplicete)East Kirkby AirfieldSmall Airport
Acaster Malbis AirstripSmall Airport
Acthorpe Top Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Askern AirfieldSmall Airport
Bankwood Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Beeches Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Beverley/Linley Hill AirfieldSmall Airport
Birchwood Lodge AirstripSmall Airport
Black Spring Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Blackmoor Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Boston AerodromeSmall Airport
Breighton AirfieldSmall Airport
Bridge Cottage AirstripSmall Airport
Brookfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bruntingthorpe AerodromeSmall Airport
Bucknall AirfieldSmall Airport
Burn AirfieldSmall Airport
Burton-Constable AirstripSmall Airport
Cadwell Park Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Caunton AirfieldSmall Airport
Chatteris AirfieldSmall Airport
Claybrooke Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Cliffe AirstripSmall Airport
Cottage Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Cowbit AirstripSmall Airport
Crowland Glider FieldSmall Airport
Cuxwold AirfieldSmall Airport
Darlton Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Decoy Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Deenethorpe AirfieldSmall Airport
East Kirkby AirfieldSmall Airport
Eastfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Elvington AirfieldSmall Airport
Fenland AirfieldSmall Airport
Finningley Village AirstripSmall Airport
Forwood Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Full Sutton AirfieldSmall Airport
Furze Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Garforth AirstripSmall Airport
Garton Field AirstripSmall Airport
Gilrudding Grange AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Skellingthorpe

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Birchwood Post Office
Skellingthorpe Post Office
Woodfield Avenue Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Skellingthorpe

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Birchwood Methodist Church
Saint Lawrence
Saint Peter
Skellingthorpe Methodist Church
St Luke & St Martin 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 Skellingthorpe

What is the population of Skellingthorpe?

Skellingthorpe has a population of 3,359 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 244 people per square mile, spread across 13.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Skellingthorpe expensive to live in?

The median household income is $47,377, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $298,458 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,184 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Skellingthorpe?

Skellingthorpe 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 61°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 37.0 inches, with 5.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Skellingthorpe?

Skellingthorpe has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $911. There are 306 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Skellingthorpe?

The median home value in Skellingthorpe is $298,458. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,184. The homeownership rate is 73.8%.

How are the schools in Skellingthorpe?

29.9% of adults in Skellingthorpe hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.9% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Skellingthorpe?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Skellingthorpe is 2.8% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.3% Asian. 97.5% of residents speak only English at home. 10.2% of the population are military veterans. 4.9% of residents have a disability.

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