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Southowram, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Southowram is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,003. Elevation: 745 ft (227 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,003 Population 250/sq mi density
745 ft Elevation 227 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
58.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$45,706 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$45,706 median income, 5.4% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$227,988 home value, $1,143/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Southowram

Southowram

Southowram is a village and former civil parish in Calderdale, West Yorkshire, England. It stands on hill top between Halifax and Brighouse, on the south side of the Shibden Valley. Northowram is on the northern side of the valley. Southowram falls within the Town ward of Calderdale Council. The village is included within the Halifax built-up area as defined by the Office for National Statistics.

People

Population2,003
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density250/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,706
Per Capita$45,706
Unemployment5.4%

Housing

B+
Home Value$227,988
Rent$1,143
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units801

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain58.5 in/yr
Sunny Days210/yr
Elevation745 ft (227 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.9%
High School+48.3%

Community

Population2,003
Population Density250 / sq mi
Elevation745 ft (227 m)
Coordinates53.7099°, -1.8318°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation58.5 inches (1,485 mm)
Annual Snowfall19.3 inches (49 cm)
Median Household Income$45,706
Median Age42.5 years

About Southowram

Southowram is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,003. The city sits at an elevation of 745 feet (227 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Southowram has a population of 2,003 with a density of 250 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly Asian (11.1%), with 3.3% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.1% of residents. 3.9% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 5.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

2,003
Total Population
250
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above United Kingdom avg
8.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.3%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.1%
20% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 5.9%

Social Characteristics

Southowram vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Southowram is $45,706, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,706 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $879, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 182 business establishments. 29.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Southowram vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$45,706
39% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$45,706
Avg Weekly Wage$879

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)182

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone49.7%
Public Transit5.3%
Work from Home29.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Southowram is $227,988, 19% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,143 (2% below the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 801 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$227,988
19% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,143
2% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units801

Property Tax

Southowram experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 210 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 58.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 19.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 745 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below United Kingdom avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days210 days/yr

Geography

Elevation745 ft (227 m)
Area8.0 sq mi (20.7 km²)
Population Density250/sq mi
Coordinates53.7099°N, 1.8318°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.5"
54% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 19.3"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.86"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.13"

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 M4.8 105 km
Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 134 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 36 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 116 km
Jun 9, 2018 7 km NNE of Withernsea, United Kingdom M4.1 125 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 34 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 120 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 132 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 143 km
Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 93 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 28 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 78 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 52 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 106 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 132 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 34 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 19 km
Feb 20, 1995 England, United Kingdom M3.3 85 km
Mar 4, 1990 2 km N of Great Haywood, United Kingdom M3.3 99 km
Oct 23, 2002 0 km WSW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.3 34 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 3.9 in Coldest, Wettest
February 38°F (4°C) 2.8 in
March 42°F (5°C) 3.0 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.5 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
June 56°F (14°C) 2.7 in
July 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in Driest
August 60°F (15°C) 2.7 in Warmest
September 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
October 49°F (10°C) 3.3 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.5 in
December 40°F (5°C) 3.9 in

Southowram has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 37°F in January to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 35.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (2.1").

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30.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 8% below the national average of 33.7%. 48.3% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.9%
8% below United Kingdom avg
High School+48.3%
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density250/sq mi
Total Area8.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone49.7%
Public Transit5.3%
Work from Home29.2%

Schools in Southowram

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Withinfields Primary School — — — —
Hipperholme Grammar School — — — —
Hipperholme Grammar School — — — —
Siddal Primary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Southowram

43 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Rotherham Radio — MP3 128 kbps
Capital FM Manchester manchester, pop AAC 48 kbps
The Thread 102.8FM community radio MP3 128 kbps
Giants of Jazz Radio classic jazz, jazz MP3 192 kbps
The Richie Allen Show — MP3
CROP Radio community radio, music MP3 128 kbps
Tameside Radio adult contemporary, community radio MP3 128 kbps
SD Radio dance, dnb MP3 128 kbps
Heart North West 105.4 hot adult contemporary AAC 48 kbps
Reform Radio music, variety MP3 192 kbps
Leeds Student Radio student radio MP3 192 kbps
Radio X Manchester — AAC 48 kbps
OSTM Radio alternative, alternative rock MP3
ALL FM 96.9 community, community radio AAC+
Rother Radio (Rotherham & Sheffield) — MP3 128 kbps
KFM Radio (US) — MP3 128 kbps
News Radio UK information, news AAC
ARP Radio dub, dub techno MP3 320 kbps
High Peak 1 — MP3 192 kbps
Phoenix Radio 2000s, 2010s MP3 192 kbps
Harrogate Hospital Radio classic hits, hospital radio MP3
HearMe - trance trance MP3
SMILE RADIO — MP3 128 kbps
Rhubarb Radio local radio, music MP3 160 kbps
Drystone Radio — MP3
Hear Me - top pop pop, pop music MP3
Erewash Sound — MP3
HWD Hospital Radio — AAC+ 112 kbps
OSN Radio Plus — MP3 128 kbps
Revolution Radio Online — AAC 320 kbps
OC Radio chart, dance AAC 192 kbps
Jingle Ark Jingle Jukebox — MP3
Bounce Nation Radio — MP3 128 kbps
Gaydio — MP3 320 kbps
Psychedelic Secret radio — MP3 128 kbps
The Buzz Mcr — MP3 128 kbps
KFM Radio multi MP3 128 kbps
LABR Love a Brother Radio 80s, chillout MP3 320 kbps
North Derbyshire Radio classic hits, hits MP3 192 kbps
Sheffield Live! community radio, sheffield MP3 128 kbps
Mondo Radio community radio, variety MP3 96 kbps
Silk 106.9 classic hits, hot adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
Moorlands Radio — MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Southowram

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abbey House Museum
Astley Cheetham Art Gallery
Bagshaw Museum and Wilton Park
Bankfield Museum
Bolling Hall Museum
Bracken Hall Countryside Centre
Bradford Industrial Museum
Bradford Police Museum
Bronte Parsonage Museum
Calderdale Industrial Museum
Cannon Hall
Cliffe Castle
Colne Valley Museum
Colne Valley Museum
De Morgan Museum
Dewsbury Bus Museum
Duke of Wellington's Regiment Museum
Engine Shed
Eureka! The National Children's Museum
Fulneck Moravian Museum
Heptonstall Museum
Heritage Quay
Horsforth Museum
Ilkley Toy Museum
Ingrow Loco Museum
Keighley Bus Museum
Leeds Industrial Museum
Manor House Art Gallery and Museum
Marsden Moor Estate Exhibition
Museum of Rail Travel
National Science and Media Museum
Saddleworth Museum
Saltaire Collection
Second World War Experience Centre
Shibden Hall
Skelmanthorpe Textile Heritage Centre
The Peace Museum
The Ron Kitching Library
Tolson Museum
Warley Museum

Libraries in Southowram

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
1 in 12 Club Library0.0
1 in 12 Club Library0.0
Allerton Community Library0.0
Allerton Community Library0.0
Almondbury Library0.0
Andrew Kean Learning Centre0.0
Armley leeds council office0.0
Armley leeds council office0.0
Armley leeds council office0.0
Armley One Stop Centre0.0
Baildon Library0.0
Baildon Library0.0
Batley Library0.0
Bingley Library0.0
Bingley Library0.0
Birstall Library and Information Centre0.0
Bradford Libraries0.0
Bradford Mechanics Institute0.0
Bramley Library0.0
Brighouse Library0.0
Burley Library0.0
Calverley Library0.0
Clayton Library0.0
Cleckheaton Library0.0
Denby Dale Community Library0.0
Denholme Library0.0
Denholme Library0.0
Dewsbury Library Hub0.0
Drighlington Meeting Hall & Library0.0
East Bowling Library0.0
East Bowling Library0.0
Eccleshill Library0.0
Eccleshill Library0.0
Elland Library0.0
Farsley Library0.0
Gildersome Library0.0
Gildersome Library0.0
Gildersome Library0.0
Great Horton Library0.0
Greenfield Library0.0
Greenwood Centre0.0
Greetland Library0.0
Guiseley Library0.0
Guiseley Library0.0
Hadfield Library0.0
Halifax Central Library0.0
Haworth Road Library0.0
Hebden Bridge Library0.0
Heckmondwike Library0.0
Hipperholme Library0.0
Hipperholme Library0.0
Holmfirth Library0.0
Holt Park Library0.0
Holt Park Library0.0
Honley Library0.0
Horsforth Library0.0
Huddersfield Library and Art Gallery0.0
Idle Library & Information Centre0.0
Idle Library & Information Centre0.0
Ilkley Public Library0.0
JB Priestley Library0.0
Keighley Library0.0
King Cross Library0.0
Kirkburton Library0.0
Lees Library0.0
Lees Library0.0
Library and Information Centre0.0
Lindley Library0.0
Local Studies Library0.0
Manningham Library0.0
Manningham Library0.0
Marsden Library0.0
Meltham Library0.0
Menston Library0.0
Mirfield Library0.0
Morley Library0.0
Morley Library0.0
Otley Library0.0
Penistone Library0.0
Pudsey Library0.0
Rastrick Library0.0
Rawdon Library0.0
Rawthorpe and Dalton Library, Information and Children's Centre0.0
Shelf Branch Library0.0
Shelf Branch Library0.0
Shipley Library0.0
Shipley Library0.0
Skircoat Library0.0
Slaithwaite Library & Information Centre0.0
Sowerby Bridge Library0.0
Stainland Library0.0
Stalybridge Library0.0
Stalybridge Library0.0
Stocksbridge Library0.0
Uppermill Library0.0
Uppermill Library0.0
Wibsey Library0.0
Wrose Library0.0
Yeadon Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Southowram

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Birstall Market Place
Brighouse Open Market
Cleckheaton Farmers' Market
Darley Street Market
Dewsbury Market
Farmers Market
Farmers Market
Holmfirth Attested Auction Market
Huddersfield Open Market
Huddersfield Open Market
Keighley Market Hall
Middleage Market
Morley Market
Otley Market Square
Penistone Market
Pudsey Market
Shipley Open Market
The Bazaar

Restaurants in Southowram

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fryer Tuck Inn
Yorkshireman Restaurant

Gas Stations in Southowram

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Headlands

Breweries in Southowram

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Amity Brew Co
Amity Brew Co
Amity Brew Co
Barker Bridge Brewery
Bingley Brewery
Bridgehouse Brewery
Briscoe's Brewery
Carleton Brewery
Copper Dragon
Copper Dragon Brewery
Craven Brew
Empire Brewing
Flower of Life
Frisky Bear Brewing Co
Frisky Bear Brewing Co
Goose Eye
Goose Eye
Horsforth Brewery
Horsforth Brewery
Horsforth Brewery
Ilkley Brewery
Kibble Brewery
Little Valley Brewery
Mallinsons
Milltown Brewery
Ossett Brewery
Recoil Brewing Company
Salt Beer Factory
Salt Beer Factory
Saltaire Brewery
Shadow Brewing
Small World Beers
Stod Fold Brewery
Sunbeam Ales
Sunbeam Ales
Sunbeam Ales
Three Fiends
Timothy Taylor's
Vocation Brewery
We Are Wolf
Wishbone Brewery
Zapato Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in Southowram

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Ski Resorts Near Southowram

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
The Snow Centre Manchester 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Chill Factor e 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Southowram

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Leeds Bradford AirportLBALarge Airport
Manchester AirportMANLarge Airport
Leeds East Airport—Medium Airport
RAF Leeming—Medium Airport
RAF Topcliffe—Medium Airport
Acaster Malbis Airstrip—Small Airport
Arley Airfield—Small Airport
Ash House Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Ashcroft Airfield—Small Airport
Askern Airfield—Small Airport
Bagby Thirsk Airfield—Small Airport
Baxby-Husthwaite Airfield—Small Airport
Birds Edge Airstrip—Small Airport
Bridge Cottage Airstrip—Small Airport
Burn Airfield—Small Airport
Butterfield Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Calton Moor Airfield—Small Airport
Camphill Airfield—Small Airport
Coal Aston Airfield—Small Airport
Croft Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Crosland Moor Airfield—Small Airport
Dairy House Farm Airfield—Small Airport
Darley Moor Airfield—Small Airport
Dishforth Village Airfield—Small Airport
Felixkirk Airstrip—Small Airport
Fern Farm Airstrip UL—Small Airport
Frandley House Airstrip—Small Airport
Garforth Airstrip—Small Airport
Hawksview Airstrip—Small Airport
Hazlewood Gallop / Tadcaster Airfield—Small Airport
Holly Meadow Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Hutton Grange Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Kenyon Hall Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Manchester Barton Aerodrome—Small Airport
Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Netherthorpe Airfield—Small Airport
North Rigton Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Onecoat Morridge Airstrip—Small Airport
Oxenhope Airfield—Small Airport
Park Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Park Hall Airstrip—Small Airport
Pear Tree Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Ripley Airfield—Small Airport
Rufforth East Airfield—Small Airport
Rufforth West Airfield—Small Airport
Salterford Farm Airfield—Small Airport
Sherburn-in-Elmet Airfield—Small Airport
Thornton Watlass Airstrip UL—Small Airport
Walton Wood Airfield—Small Airport
Warrington Airstrip—Small Airport

Post Offices in Southowram

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hipperholme Post Office

Treatment Centers in Southowram

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Cygnet Lodge
Jamie Bell Physio
Maywa Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Southowram

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christ Church Centre
Christ Church Hipperholme & Lightcliffe
St Anne-in-the-Grove

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 Southowram

What is the population of Southowram?

Southowram has a population of 2,003 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 250 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.8% male.

Is Southowram expensive to live in?

The median household income is $45,706, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $227,988 (19% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,143 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 Southowram?

Southowram has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.5 inches, with 19.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Southowram?

The unemployment rate in Southowram is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $879. There are 182 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Southowram?

The median home value in Southowram is $227,988. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,143. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Southowram?

30.9% of adults in Southowram hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 48.3% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Southowram?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Southowram is 3.3% White, 1% Black or African American, 11.1% Asian. 94.1% of residents speak only English at home. 3.9% of the population are military veterans. 5.7% of residents have a disability.

Nearby Cities

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