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Tollesbury, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Tollesbury is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,621. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,621 Population 20/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$55,099 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$55,099 median income, 4.1% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$491,226 home value, $1,377/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Tollesbury

Tollesbury

Tollesbury is a village and civil parish in the Maldon District of Essex, England. It lies on the coast at the mouth of the River Blackwater. It is situated 9 miles (14 km) east of the historic port of Maldon and 12 miles (19 km) south of Colchester. At the 2021 census the parish had a population of 2,810.

People

Population2,621
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density20/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,099
Per Capita$55,099
Unemployment4.1%

Housing

D
Home Value$491,226
Rent$1,377
Ownership77.0%
Housing Units1,048

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+43.1%

Community

Population2,621
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates51.7591°, 0.8346°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation32.4 inches (822 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.1 inches (5 cm)
Median Household Income$55,099
Median Age48.5 years

About Tollesbury

Tollesbury is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,621. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Tollesbury has a population of 2,621 with a density of 20 people per square mile, spread across 133.0 square miles. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. The city is predominantly White (2.2%), with 1.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.3% of residents. 3.8% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 4.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

2,621
Total Population
20
People / sq mi
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above United Kingdom avg
133.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.3%
25% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 1.7%

Social Characteristics

Tollesbury vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Tollesbury is $55,099, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,099 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,060, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 239 business establishments. 31.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Tollesbury vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$55,099
27% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$55,099
Avg Weekly Wage$1,060

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)239

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.0%
Public Transit3.0%
Work from Home31.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Tollesbury is $491,226, 74% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,377 (18% above the national average of $1,163). 77.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,048 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$491,226
74% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,377
18% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.0%
Owner-Occupied77.0%
Renter-Occupied23.0%
Housing Units1,048

Property Tax

Tollesbury experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. The area receives 2.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area133.0 sq mi (344.3 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates51.7591°N, 0.8346°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.4"
15% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 2.1"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.17"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.22"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

33 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.3 on Feb 27, 2019.

Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 76 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 69 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 91 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SSE of Longfossé, France M4.0 144 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 67 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 142 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 66 km
Jan 27, 1992 6 km SSE of Longfossé, France M3.5 147 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 75 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 96 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 99 km
Jan 21, 1999 4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom M3.3 150 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 141 km
Jul 2, 2001 3 km NNE of Oostduinkerke, Belgium M3.1 146 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 113 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 105 km
Nov 5, 1994 5 km N of Debenham, United Kingdom M3.0 62 km
Sep 6, 1993 35 km E of Caister-on-Sea, United Kingdom M3.0 141 km
Mar 28, 1996 67 km ESE of Aldeburgh, United Kingdom M3.0 114 km
Feb 15, 1994 4 km NNE of Banham, United Kingdom M2.9 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1858 NORTH SEA Unknown 6.0 m 97 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m 79 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 1.8 in
February 40°F (4°C) 1.2 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.5 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.5 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.5 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in
September 58°F (15°C) 1.9 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in Wettest
November 45°F (7°C) 2.1 in
December 41°F (5°C) 1.9 in

Tollesbury has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 40°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 20.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.2") and February the driest (1.2").

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25.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 25% below the national average of 33.7%. 43.1% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below United Kingdom avg
High School+43.1%
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density20/sq mi
Total Area133.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.0%
Public Transit3.0%
Work from Home31.3%

Schools in Tollesbury

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tollesbury School
Tolleshunt D'Arcy St Nicholas Primary Academy
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Radio Stations near Tollesbury

31 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Street Sounds Radio dance, disco MP3
Radio Caroline Flashback 60s, 70s MP3 128 kbps
The Mix Radio 80s 1980s, 80s MP3 256 kbps
Radio Essex contemporary hits radio, pop MP3
BBC Essex UNKNOWN
ABC Oldies Radio MP3 320 kbps
Big L 1 80's, hits 70's MP3 128 kbps
Big L 2 70's, 80's MP3 128 kbps
EKR Retro Rock 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
FunkURadio 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
YellowTealPurple ambient, electronic OGG 65535 kbps
Greatest Hits Radio (Essex) 70's, 80's AAC+ 48 kbps
Alpha Wave Radio MP3 320 kbps
Radio Jupiter adult contemporary, pop MP3 192 kbps
Radio Caroline North AAC+ 52 kbps
The Voice Of Doom death metal, doom metal AAC 320 kbps
Zero Radio MP3 128 kbps
Retro Mix Radio 70s, 80s AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Caroline Flashback MP3 128 kbps
NanoRadio MP3 192 kbps
FUNKERFM world music AAC+ 128 kbps
Colin Mogagabe MP3 128 kbps
Homemade Radio adult contemporary, blues MP3 320 kbps
Radioalfa2 classic hits MP3
City Sound pop MP3 128 kbps
Sheppey FM 92.2 MP3 256 kbps
Stomp Radio MP3 128 kbps
Hospital Radio Chelmsford MP3 128 kbps
Chelmsford Community Radio independent MP3 128 kbps
Kori The Pom Radio drum & bass, edm MP3 128 kbps
GlitterBeam Italia lgbt, lgbtqia+ MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Tollesbury

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alderford Water Mill
Boxted Airfield Museum
Brightlingsea Museum
Burnham-on-Crouch and District Museum
Cart and Wagon Shed
Castle Point Transport Museum
Clifftown Telephone Museum
Coggeshall Museum
Colchester Castle
Combined Military Services Museum
Earls Colne Heritage Museum
East Anglian Railway Museum
East Essex Aviation Society and Museum (Martello Tower A)
Heritage Centre & Platforms 5 + 6
Hollytrees Museum
Leigh Heritage Centre
Mangapp's Farm
Manningtree Museum
Mersea Island Museum
Museum in the Park
Natural History Museum
Prittlewell Priory
Radio Caroline Ross Revenge
RAF Bradwell Bay Preservation Group
Restoration Shed
Roman Circus Visitor Centre
Southchurch Hall
Southend Central Museum
Southend Pier Museum
Southend Pier Museum
St Osyth Museum
Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome Museum
The Bay Museum
The Munnings Art Museum
The Museum of Power
Tiptree Jam Museum

Libraries in Tollesbury

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Albert Sloman Library0.0
Brightlingsea Library0.0
Burnham-on-Crouch Library0.0
Canvey Island Library0.0
Capel St Mary Library0.0
Coggeshall Library0.0
Colchester Library0.0
Earls Colne Library0.0
Great Wakering Library0.0
Greenstead Library0.0
Hadleigh Library0.0
Halstead Library0.0
Hatfield Peverel Library0.0
Hockley Library0.0
Hullbridge Library0.0
Kelvedon Library0.0
Kent Elms Library0.0
Leigh Library0.0
Maldon Library0.0
Manningtree Library0.0
Prettygate Library0.0
Rayleigh Library0.0
Rochford Library0.0
Rochford Library0.0
Sible Hedingham Library0.0
Silver End Library0.0
South Woodham Ferrers Library0.0
Southchurch Library0.0
Southminster Libary0.0
Stanway Library0.0
Thomas Plume's Library0.0
Thorpedene Library0.0
Tiptree Library0.0
West Mersea Library0.0
Westcliff Library0.0
Wickham Bishops Library0.0
Witham Library0.0
Wivenhoe Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Tollesbury

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Coggeshall Market
Rayleigh Lanes

Restaurants in Tollesbury

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Harbour View Bistro and Bar
rubys

Cafes in Tollesbury

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Loft

Breweries in Tollesbury

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Courtyard Brewery
Crouch Vale Brewery
Crouch Vale Brewery
Maldon Brewing Co
Mersea Island Brewery
Mighty Oak Brewing Co. Ltd
Other Monkey Brewing
Red Fox Brewery
Viaduct Brewhouse
Wibblers Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Tollesbury

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Ski Resorts Near Tollesbury

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Chatham Ski & Snowboard Centre 0.0 $0

Airports Near Tollesbury

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Stansted AirportSTNLarge Airport
Cambridge City AirportCBGMedium Airport
London Southend AirportSENMedium Airport
RAF HoningtonBEQMedium Airport
RAF LakenheathLKZMedium Airport
RAF MildenhallMHZMedium Airport
Wattisham AirfieldMedium Airport
Acton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Andrewsfield AerodromeSmall Airport
Audley End AirfieldSmall Airport
Barling AirfieldSmall Airport
Barnards FarmSmall Airport
Bedwell Hey Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bensons Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Blooms Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bonnington AirstripSmall Airport
Brickwall Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brown Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bury Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Chalksole Green AirstripSmall Airport
Challock AirfieldSmall Airport
Channel Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Chatteris AirfieldSmall Airport
Church Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Clacton AirfieldSmall Airport
Clees Hall AirstripSmall Airport
Clipgate Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Crosbie Field ULSmall Airport
Crowfield AirfieldSmall Airport
Cuckoo Tye Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Damyns Hall AerodromeSmall Airport
Debach AirfieldSmall Airport
Duxford AerodromeSmall Airport
Earls Colne AirfieldSmall Airport
Egerton AirfieldSmall Airport
Elmsett AirfieldSmall Airport
Exning AirstripSmall Airport
Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Fen End Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Fridd Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Frinsted AirstripSmall Airport
Gerpins Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Great Ashfield AirstripSmall Airport
Great Oakley AirfieldSmall Airport
Grove Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Grove Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hamilton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Harringe Court AirfieldSmall Airport
Headcorn AerodromeSmall Airport
High Easter AirfieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Tollesbury

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Blackberry Clinic
Hey Baby
Open Road
Thorpdene clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tollesbury

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Nicholas, Tolleshunt D'Arcy
St Mary the Virgin, Salcott Virley
St Mary the Virgin, Tollesbury

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 Tollesbury

What is the population of Tollesbury?

Tollesbury has a population of 2,621 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 133.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Tollesbury expensive to live in?

The median household income is $55,099, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $491,226 (74% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,377 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Tollesbury?

Tollesbury 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 63°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Tollesbury?

Tollesbury has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,060. There are 239 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Tollesbury?

The median home value in Tollesbury is $491,226. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,377. The homeownership rate is 77.0%.

How are the schools in Tollesbury?

25.4% of adults in Tollesbury hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.1% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Tollesbury?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Tollesbury is 2.2% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 1.4% Asian. 98.3% of residents speak only English at home. 3.8% of the population are military veterans. 4.8% of residents have a disability.

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