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Three Legged Cross, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Three Legged Cross is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,492. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,492 Population 1/sq mi density
95 ft Elevation 29 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
42.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,944 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$249,800 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,492
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,944
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$249,800
Rent$1,249
Ownership63.0%
Housing Units597

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days229/yr
Elevation95 ft (29 m)

Education

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

Community

Population1,492
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates50.8500°, -1.8833°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation42.8 inches (1,087 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.1 inches (15 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Three Legged Cross

Three Legged Cross is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,492. The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet (29 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Three Legged Cross has a population of 1,492 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,308.1 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% 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

1,492
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
1,308.1mi²
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

Three Legged Cross vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Three Legged Cross is $49,944, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 136 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Three Legged Cross vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,944
34% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,944
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)136

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Three Legged Cross is $249,800, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 597 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$249,800
11% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,249
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.0%
Owner-Occupied63.0%
Renter-Occupied37.0%
Housing Units597

Property Tax

Climate in Three Legged Cross

Three Legged Cross has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C (51°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.1°C), the coldest is Jan (5.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 853 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.4°C / 42°F 2.3° / 8.4° 92.8
Feb 5.4°C / 42°F 2° / 8.9° 66.4
Mar 7.2°C / 45°F 3° / 11.4° 60.7
Apr 9.2°C / 49°F 4.3° / 14° 56.5
May 12.2°C / 54°F 7.3° / 17.2° 46.4
Jun 15°C / 59°F 10.1° / 19.9° 53.6
Jul 17.1°C / 63°F 12.1° / 22.1° 46.6
Aug 17°C / 63°F 12° / 21.9° 53.6
Sep 14.4°C / 58°F 9.5° / 19.4° 69.6
Oct 11.5°C / 53°F 7.5° / 15.5° 102.2
Nov 8.1°C / 47°F 4.6° / 11.7° 105.3
Dec 5.8°C / 42°F 2.7° / 8.9° 99.7
Three Legged Cross experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 229 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The area receives 6.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days229 days/yr

Geography

Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Area1,308.1 sq mi (3,388.0 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates50.8500°N, 1.8833°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.8"
13% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 6.1"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.70"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.61"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Jul 14, 2011 62 km SSE of Ventnor, United Kingdom M3.9 114 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 81 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 131 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 118 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 81 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 134 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 121 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 138 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 115 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 71 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 118 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 81 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 131 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 112 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 119 km
Jan 28, 2002 1 km S of Abercarn, United Kingdom M3.0 123 km
May 19, 2019 7 km ESE of Swanage, United Kingdom M3.0 31 km
Nov 26, 1991 50 km N of Urville-Nacqueville, France M3.0 81 km
Jun 17, 1999 7 km NNE of Ross on Wye, United Kingdom M3.0 132 km
Aug 17, 1992 1 km E of Machen, United Kingdom M2.9 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2011 PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND Avalanche 0.4 m — 88 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 3.5 in
February 40°F (5°C) 2.4 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.0 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.6 in Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.2 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in
December 42°F (6°C) 3.7 in Wettest

Three Legged Cross has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (1.6").

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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 Density1/sq mi
Total Area1,308.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Three Legged Cross

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Three Legged Cross First and Nursery School — — — —
St James Church of England First School — — — —
St Mary's Church of England First School and Nursery — — — —
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Radio Stations near Three Legged Cross

16 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Serenade Radio easy listening MP3 192 kbps
Xtra Hot bournemouth, community MP3 160 kbps
Serenade Radio — MP3 192 kbps
BFBS Salisbury Plain — AAC+ 64 kbps
Bournemouth One pop AAC
Hot Gold 70s, 80s MP3 160 kbps
BFBS Blandford — AAC+ 64 kbps
Forest FM — MP3 128 kbps
Southampton Hospital Radio — MP3 128 kbps
HearMe - Classic Rock classic rock MP3
Alfred community news MP3 160 kbps
Naim Classical classical, orchestral OGG 128 kbps
Naim Jazz jazz OGG 128 kbps
Naim Radio classical, electronica OGG 160 kbps
State of the Art Radio — MP3
Grey Clay Radio ambient, dark ambient MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Three Legged Cross

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Blue Pool
Boscombe Down Aviation Collection
Bournemouth Aviation Museum
Bournemouth Natural Science Museum
Breamore House and Countryside Museum
Bugad Classic Bikes
Corfe Castle Town Trust Museum
Fordingbridge Museum
Friends of the New Forest Airfields
Langton Matravers Museum of the Stone Industry
Museum Of Design In Plastics
Museum of East Dorset
Museum of Jurassic Marine Life
Poole Museum
Poole Waterfront Museum
Purbeck Mineral and Mining Museum
Red House Museum
Red House Museum
Red House Museum
RNLI Lifeboat Museum
Rockbourne Roman Villa
Royal Signals Museum
Russell Cotes Art Gallery & Museum
Salisbury Museum
Sammy Miller Museum
Scaplens Court Museum
Swanage Museum & Heritage Centre
Swanage Railway Museum
The Engine House
The Rifles Berkshire and Wiltshire Museum
The Rifles Museum
Wareham Town Museum

Libraries in Three Legged Cross

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Boscombe Library0.0
Bournemouth Library0.0
Branksome Library0.0
Broadstone Library0.0
Canford Cliffs Library0.0
Canford Heath Library0.0
Castlepoint Library0.0
Charminster Library0.0
Christchurch Library0.0
Colehill Library0.0
Corfe Castle Library0.0
Corfe Mullen Children's Centre and Library0.0
Creekmoor Library0.0
Downton Library0.0
Ensbury Park Library0.0
Ferndown Library0.0
Fordingbridge Library0.0
Hamworthy Library0.0
Highcliffe Library0.0
Kinson Hub0.0
Library (Arts University Bournemouth)0.0
Lytchett Matravers Library0.0
New Milton Library0.0
Oakdale Library0.0
Parkstone Library0.0
Pokesdown & Southbourne Library0.0
Poole Central Library0.0
Ringwood Library0.0
Rossmore Library0.0
Salisbury Library0.0
Springbourne Library0.0
Swanage Library0.0
Tuckton Library0.0
Upton Library0.0
Verwood Library0.0
Wareham Library0.0
West Howe Library0.0
Westbourne Library0.0
Wimborne Library0.0
Winton Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Three Legged Cross

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Swanage Market

Train Stations in Three Legged Cross

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kingsmere
Lakeside

Golf Courses in Three Legged Cross

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Moors Valley Golf Course
Remedy Oak

Breweries in Three Legged Cross

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Isle of Purbeck Brewery
The Dorset Cider Farm
Wayland's Sixpenny Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Three Legged Cross

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Three Legged Cross

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Warmwell Snowsport Centre 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Southampton Alpine Centre 0.0 — — $0 — — —
South Wilts Ski Club 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Three Legged Cross

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bournemouth AirportBOHMedium Airport
MoD Boscombe Down—Medium Airport
Southampton AirportSOUMedium Airport
Avon Lane Airfield—Small Airport
Badminton Airfield—Small Airport
Bagber Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Barton Ashes Airstrip—Small Airport
Batchley Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club—Small Airport
Bere Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Binstead Airfield—Small Airport
Biss Brook Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bossington Airstrip—Small Airport
Bowden Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bowerchalke Airfield—Small Airport
Bowerswaine Farm Airfield—Small Airport
Brimpton Airfield—Small Airport
Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Chalk Pyt Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Charlton Park Airstrip—Small Airport
Charmy Down Airstrip—Small Airport
Chase Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Chilbolton Airfield—Small Airport
Clench Common Airfield—Small Airport
Clutton Hill Airstrip—Small Airport
Colthrop Manor Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Compton Abbas Aerodrome—Small Airport
Compton Chamberlayne Airstrip—Small Airport
Craysmarsh Airstrip—Small Airport
Denford Manor Airstrip—Small Airport
Deptford 'Farm' Airstrip—Small Airport
Deptford Airstrip—Small Airport
Devizes Airstrip—Small Airport
Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field)—Small Airport
Draycot Farm Aerodrome—Small Airport
Edington Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Farley Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Firs Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Freshwater Fruit Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Garston Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Ginge Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Great House Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Greenhill Down Airstrip—Small Airport
Gutchpool Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Haw Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Henstridge Airfield—Small Airport
Hermitage Airstrip—Small Airport
Herridge Gallops / Collingbourne Ducis Airfield—Small Airport
Hill Farm Airstrip—Small Airport

Post Offices in Three Legged Cross

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Three Legged Cross Post Office

Treatment Centers in Three Legged Cross

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Health Services University Integrated Rehabilitation Centre
Providence Project

Churches & Religious Organizations in Three Legged Cross

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints
All Saints Church
Holtwood Methodist Church
Horton Heath Methodist Chapel
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
St John the Evangelist
St Mary the Virgin
St Wolfrida
Verwood Road Evangelical Chapel

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 Three Legged Cross

What is the population of Three Legged Cross?

Three Legged Cross has a population of 1,492 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,308.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Three Legged Cross expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $249,800 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 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 Three Legged Cross?

Three Legged Cross has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches, with 6.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Three Legged Cross?

Three Legged Cross has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 136 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Three Legged Cross?

The median home value in Three Legged Cross is $249,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.

How are the schools in Three Legged Cross?

50.0% of adults in Three Legged Cross 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 Three Legged Cross?

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

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