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Skelton, United Kingdom
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Skelton is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 6,535. Elevation: 335 ft (102 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
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About Skelton
Skelton-in-Cleveland or Skelton is a market town in the civil parish of Skelton and Brotton at the foot of the Cleveland Hills and about 10 miles (16 km) east of Middlesbrough centre. It is in the borough of Redcar and Cleveland, North Yorkshire, England.
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| Population | 6,535 |
| Population Density | 55 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 335 ft (102 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.5606°, -0.9883° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.4 inches (824 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $44,591 |
| Median Age | 46.0 years |
About Skelton
Skelton is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 6,535. The city sits at an elevation of 335 feet (102 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Skelton vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Skelton vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,591 |
| 41% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $44,591 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $858 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.7% |
| 86% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 595 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.9% |
| Public Transit | 3.9% |
| Work from Home | 18.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $191,807 |
| 32% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,115 |
| 4% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.2% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 34.8% |
| Housing Units | 2,614 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 277 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 335 ft (102 m) |
| Area | 119.3 sq mi (309.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.5606°N, 0.9883°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 44°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 3.2 in |
Skelton has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.3") and April the driest (2.0").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 24.9% |
| 26% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 43.9% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Total Area | 119.3 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.9% |
| Public Transit | 3.9% |
| Work from Home | 18.0% |
Schools in Skelton
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skelton Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Skelton
10 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aycliffe Radio | local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CVFM | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Zetland FM | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Spark FM | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Kearney FM | community radio, local news | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Stitch | hospital radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Amazing Radio | electronica, hip hop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Hartlepool | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Amazing Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Frisk Radio | — | AAC |
Museums in Skelton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Captain Cook Birthplace Museum | ||||
| Captain Cook Schoolroom Museum | ||||
| Heugh Battery Museum | ||||
| Kirkleatham Museum | ||||
| Land of Iron | ||||
| Museum of Hartlepool | ||||
| Museum of Victorian Science | ||||
| Platform Arts | ||||
| Sir James Knott Lifeboat Museum | ||||
| Staithes Heritage Centre and the Captain Cook Museum | ||||
| Tocketts Watermill | ||||
| Transporter Bridge Visitor Centre | ||||
| Winkies Castle | ||||
| Zetland Lifeboat Museum |
Libraries in Skelton
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Botton Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Great Ayton Discovery Centre and Tourist Information Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Grove Hill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Guisborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hartlepool Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Marske Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Middlesbrough Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ormesby Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Redcar Central | 0.0 | |||||
| Saltburn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Skelton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Globe Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wynyard Road Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Skelton
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd-Hand Central | |||||
| North Ormesby Market |
Cafes in Skelton
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Skelton
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Skelton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guisborough Brewery | ||||
| Wainstones Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Skelton
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Skelton
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Leeds Bradford Airport | LBA | Large Airport |
| Newcastle International Airport | NCL | Large Airport |
| Leeds East Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| RAF Leeming | — | Medium Airport |
| RAF Topcliffe | — | Medium Airport |
| Teesside International Airport | MME | Medium Airport |
| Acaster Malbis Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bagby Thirsk Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Baxby-Husthwaite Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Beverley/Linley Hill Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Birchwood Lodge Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Boon Hill Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Causey Park Airstrip UL | — | Small Airport |
| Croft Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dishforth Village Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Druridge Bay Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Eddsfield Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Elvington Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Eshott Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Felixkirk Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fishburn Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Full Sutton Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gilrudding Grange Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Greenhills Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hazlewood Gallop / Tadcaster Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| High Flats Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hutton Grange Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ings Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lodge Field House Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Low Moor Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lower Park Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Melrose Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Moor Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Newgate Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Newton-on-Rawcliffe Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| North Rigton Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Octon Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Peterlee Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Pocklington Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Redmoor Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Rufforth East Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Rufforth West Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Settrington Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Spite Hall Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Thornton Watlass Airstrip UL | — | Small Airport |
| Throstle Nest Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Wathstones Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Wombleton Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Woodhouse Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Yearby Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Skelton
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Skelton-in-Cleveland Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Skelton
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints | |
| Old All Saints |
Quick Facts
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14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Skelton?
Skelton has a population of 6,535 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 119.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.4% male.
Is Skelton expensive to live in?
The median household income is $44,591, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $191,807 (32% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,115 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Skelton?
Skelton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches.
How is the job market in Skelton?
The unemployment rate in Skelton is 6.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $858. There are 595 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Skelton?
The median home value in Skelton is $191,807. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,115. The homeownership rate is 65.2%.
How are the schools in Skelton?
24.9% of adults in Skelton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.9% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Skelton?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Skelton is 1.2% White, 0.5% Black or African American, 1% Asian. 98.7% of residents speak only English at home. 6.2% of the population are military veterans. 7.6% of residents have a disability.