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Waverton, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Waverton is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,587. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,587 Population 174/sq mi density
112 ft Elevation 34 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
45.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$52,687 Median Income
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Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$52,687 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.0 / 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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About Waverton

Waverton

Waverton is a village and civil parish on the outskirts of Chester in the unitary authority of Cheshire West and Chester and the ceremonial county of Cheshire, England. It lies about 3 miles (4.8 km) south-east of Chester High Cross, 19 miles (31 km) south of Liverpool and 33 miles (53 km) south west of Manchester. It is almost continuous with the village of Rowton to the north west and that in turn is almost continuous with Christleton. According to the 2011 Census, the population of the parish was 1,587.

People

Population1,587
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density174/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,687
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.6%

Housing

A
Home Value$249,800
Rent$1,249
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units635

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Sunny Days207/yr
Elevation112 ft (34 m)

Education

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

Community

Population1,587
Population Density174 / sq mi
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Coordinates53.1667°, -2.8000°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation45.7 inches (1,161 mm)
Annual Snowfall12.2 inches (31 cm)
Median Household Income$52,687
Median Age40.6 years

About Waverton

Waverton is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,587. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet (34 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Waverton has a population of 1,587 with a density of 174 people per square mile, spread across 9.1 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.

Population

1,587
Total Population
174
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
9.1mi²
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

Waverton vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Waverton is $52,687, which is 30% 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 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 144 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Waverton vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$52,687
30% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,944
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)144

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Waverton is $249,800, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 635 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x.

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

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units635

Property Tax

Waverton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. The area receives 12.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days207 days/yr

Geography

Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Area9.1 sq mi (23.6 km²)
Population Density174/sq mi
Coordinates53.1667°N, 2.8000°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.7"
20% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 12.2"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.10"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.80"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

50 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 28, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 84 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 96 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 52 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 135 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 127 km
May 29, 2013 14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom M3.8 132 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 54 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 42 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 71 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 148 km
Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 112 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 63 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 110 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 135 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 34 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 147 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 80 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 55 km
Jul 29, 1992 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.5 106 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 69 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.4 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.8 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.0 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.1 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in

Waverton has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 39°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (1.8").

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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 Density174/sq mi
Total Area9.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Waverton

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Abbey Gate College
Waverton Primary School
Saighton Church of England Primary School & Pre-School
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Radio Stations near Waverton

27 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Deepvibes Radio deep house, mixes MP3 320 kbps
HearMe 2010s pop music MP3
Radio Northwich local information, local music MP3 128 kbps
Bolton FM community, local MP3 128 kbps
Beatles Radio (MP3) (US) 1960s, classic rock MP3 128 kbps
HearMe - 2020s Pop Music 2020s pop music MP3
Liverpool Live Radio MP3
Beware! The Radio MP3 192 kbps
Taiyabah Masjid islamic, masjid MP3 128 kbps
The Richie Allen Show MP3
Mersey Radio MP3 128 kbps
Dune Radio MP3
Juice Liverpool AAC+ 96 kbps
Radio Leyland MP3 128 kbps
Radio Alty MP3 192 kbps
Mighty Radio Southport dance, pop MP3 128 kbps
Hereme 2000s pop 2000's, pop MP3
Arrowe Sound pop music, pop rock MP3 128 kbps
Dazzle FM MP3 128 kbps
Radio Broadgreen ac, classic hits MP3 160 kbps
Radio General (Warrington Hospital Radio) MP3 128 kbps
Domes FM AAC 64 kbps
Merseyland Alternative Radio classic rock, eclectic programming MP3 128 kbps
Panacea Radio funk, groove MP3
Circl8 Radio MP3 320 kbps
Wrexham Premier Radio MP3 128 kbps
Hearme - 80s rock 80d rock, 80’s rock MP3

Museums in Waverton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bicycle Museum
Catalyst Museum
Cheshire Military Museum
Dewa Roman Experience
Erddig Hall
Eureka! Science + Discovery
Eureka! Science + Discovery
Garstang Museum
Garstang Museum
Grosvenor Museum
Hadlow Road Station
International Slavery Museum
International Slavery Museum
Liverpool Beatles Museum
Liverpool Beatles Museum
Merseyside Maritime Museum
Merseyside Maritime Museum
Museum of Liverpool
Museum of Liverpool
Museum Of Policing In Cheshire
National Waterways Museum Ellesmere Port
National Waterways Museum Ellesmere Port
Norton Priory
Port Sunlight Museum
Port Sunlight Museum
RAF Burtonwood Heritage Centre
Rainhill Railway Museum
Seized! The Border and Customs uncovered
Seized! The Border and Customs uncovered
Sick To Death
Strawberry Field
Strawberry Field
Stretton Water Mill
Sudley House
Sudley House
The Beatles Story
The Beatles Story
The Hardmans' House
The Hardmans' House
Transport Museum
Transport Museum
U-Boat Story
U-Boat Story
U-Boat Story
U-boat Story
U-boat Story
Victoria Gallery & Museum
Victoria Gallery & Museum
Warrington Museum & Art Gallery
Warrington Museum Of Freemasonry
Western Approaches
Western Approaches
Whitchurch Heritage Centre
Williamson Art Gallery & Museum
Williamson Tunnels Heritage Centre
Williamson Tunnels Heritage Centre
Wirral Archives
Wirral Archives
World Museum Liverpool
World Museum Liverpool
Wrexham and District Society of Model Engineers
Wrexham Archives
Wrexham Museum
Xplore! Science Discovery Centre

Libraries in Waverton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aldham Robarts Library0.0
Aldham Robarts Library0.0
Allerton Library0.0
Avril Robarts Library - LJMU0.0
Avril Robarts Library - LJMU0.0
Barnton Library0.0
Birkenhead Central0.0
Birkenhead Central0.0
Blacon Libary0.0
Bromborough Civic Hall & Library0.0
Bromborough Civic Hall & Library0.0
Chester Library0.0
Childwall Library0.0
Childwall Library0.0
Coleg Cambria, Yale Library0.0
Connah's Quay Library and Learning Centre0.0
Eastham Library0.0
Eastham Library0.0
Ellesmere Port Library0.0
Frodsham Library0.0
Garden City Library0.0
Garston Library and One Stop Shop0.0
Garston Library and One Stop Shop0.0
Gladstone's Library0.0
Great Boughton Library0.0
Harold Cohen Library0.0
Helsby Community Library0.0
Higher Bebington Library0.0
Higher Bebington Library0.0
Huyton Library and Knowsley Culture Hub0.0
Kensington Library0.0
Learning Resource Centre0.0
Library0.0
Little Sutton Library and Community Centre0.0
Liverpool Central Library0.0
Liverpool Central Library0.0
LRC0.0
Mancot Community Library0.0
Old Swan Library0.0
Overton Library0.0
Padgate Library0.0
Penketh Library0.0
Picton Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Rainhill Community Library0.0
Runcorn Library0.0
Runcorn Library0.0
Sandiway Library0.0
Seaborne Library0.0
Sefton Park Library0.0
Stockton Heath Library0.0
Sydney Jones Library0.0
Tarporley Community High School Library0.0
Tattenhall Library0.0
Toxteth Library0.0
Upton library0.0
Vicars Cross Library0.0
Warrington Library0.0
Weaverham Library0.0
Westbrook Library0.0
Widnes Library0.0
Woolton Library0.0
Wrexham Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Waverton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Birkenhead Market
Butchers' Market
Chester Market
Ellesmere Port Indoor Market
General Market
Monument Place Market
Monument Place Market
Monument Place Market
New Ferry Village Hall
New Ferry Village Hall
New Ferry Village Hall
Red Brick Market
St John's Market
Warrington Market
Warrington Outdoor Market
Widnes Market

Cafes in Waverton

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

EggBridge Rolls
Walk Mill

Monuments in Waverton

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Monument for Battle of Rowton Moor, 1645

Bus Stations in Waverton

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Stagecoach Depot Chester

Gas Stations in Waverton

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso

Golf Courses in Waverton

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Eaton Golf Club (Waverton)

Breweries in Waverton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
4Ts Brewery
Azvex
Carnival Brewing Company
Love Lane Brewery
Peerless Brewing Company
Spitting Feathers Brewery
Weetwood Brewery
Wrexham Lager Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Waverton

TeamLeagueDivision
Prenton Park

Ski Resorts Near Waverton

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 Waverton

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Liverpool John Lennon AirportLPLLarge Airport
Manchester AirportMANLarge Airport
Blackpool AirportBLKMedium Airport
Hawarden AirportCEGMedium Airport
RAF CosfordMedium Airport
RAF ShawburyMedium Airport
Warton AerodromeWRTMedium Airport
Arley AirfieldSmall Airport
Ash House Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Ashcroft AirfieldSmall Airport
Breidden AirfieldSmall Airport
Brook Farm Ultralight AirstripSmall Airport
Bryn Gates AirfieldSmall Airport
Bryngwyn Bach AirfieldSmall Airport
Carr Valley Microlight AirfieldSmall Airport
Chipping AirfieldSmall Airport
Chirk AirfieldSmall Airport
Clotton airstrip ULSmall Airport
Dairy House Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Ditton Priors AirstripSmall Airport
Fern Farm Airstrip ULSmall Airport
Forest Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Frandley House AirstripSmall Airport
Hawksview AirstripSmall Airport
Haydock Park AirstripSmall Airport
Higher Barn Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Ince Blundell Microlight AirfieldSmall Airport
Kenyon Hall Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Lleweni Parc Glyndwr Soaring ClubSmall Airport
Longford AirstripSmall Airport
Lower Grounds Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Manchester Barton AerodromeSmall Airport
Middlebank Top Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Midland Glider ClubSmall Airport
Mill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Mitton AirstripSmall Airport
Nantclwyd AirstripSmall Airport
North Wales Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Otherton AirfieldSmall Airport
Pear Tree Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Pencraig AirstripSmall Airport
Peplow AirstripSmall Airport
RAF WoodvaleSmall Airport
Rhedyn Coch Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Saint Michaels AirfieldSmall Airport
Sandford Hall AirstripSmall Airport
Seighford Glider FieldSmall Airport
Shifnal AirfieldSmall Airport
Sleap AirfieldSmall Airport
Tern Hill AirfieldSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Waverton

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Maple House

Churches & Religious Organizations in Waverton

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Peters
St Peter's Church, Hargrave
Waverton Evangelical Fellowship

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 Waverton

What is the population of Waverton?

Waverton has a population of 1,587 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 174 people per square mile, spread across 9.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Waverton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $52,687, 30% 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 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Waverton?

Waverton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 45.7 inches, with 12.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Waverton?

Waverton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 144 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Waverton?

The median home value in Waverton is $249,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Waverton?

50.0% of adults in Waverton 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 Waverton?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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