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West Bergholt, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

West Bergholt is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 3,215. Elevation: 171 ft (52 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
3,215 Population 24/sq mi density
171 ft Elevation 52 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,978 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$49,978 median income, 5.6% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$380,863 home value, $1,249/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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About West Bergholt

West Bergholt

West Bergholt, formerly known as Bergholt Sackville, is a village and civil parish in the City of Colchester district of Essex, England. It lies 3 miles (5 km) north-west of the centre of Colchester. At the 2021 census the parish had a population of 3,310.

People

Population3,215
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density24/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 7%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,978
Per Capita$49,978
Unemployment5.6%

Housing

C
Home Value$380,863
Rent$1,249
Ownership65.1%
Housing Units1,286

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation171 ft (52 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.2%
High School+51.7%

Community

Population3,215
Population Density24 / sq mi
Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Coordinates51.9122°, 0.8499°
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$49,978
Median Age39.2 years

About West Bergholt

West Bergholt is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 3,215. The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet (52 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.

West Bergholt has a population of 3,215 with a density of 24 people per square mile, spread across 133.0 square miles. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. The city is predominantly Asian (8.2%), with 7.1% White, 1.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.2% of residents. 4.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 4.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

3,215
Total Population
24
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above United Kingdom avg
133.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.2%
17% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 7.8%

Social Characteristics

West Bergholt vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in West Bergholt is $49,978, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,978 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $961, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 293 business establishments. 30.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: West Bergholt vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$49,978
33% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,978
Avg Weekly Wage$961

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)293

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone47.4%
Public Transit5.3%
Work from Home30.6%

Walkability

The median home value in West Bergholt is $380,863, 35% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 65.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,286 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$380,863
35% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.1%
Owner-Occupied65.1%
Renter-Occupied34.9%
Housing Units1,286

Property Tax

Climate in West Bergholt

West Bergholt has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.2°C), the coldest is Jan (4.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 627 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.1°C / 39°F 1.7° / 6.6° 48.2
Feb 4.4°C / 40°F 1.6° / 7.3° 44.5
Mar 6.6°C / 44°F 3° / 10.1° 38.4
Apr 9°C / 48°F 4.5° / 13.4° 39.3
May 12°C / 54°F 7.4° / 16.6° 49.7
Jun 14.8°C / 59°F 10.2° / 19.5° 51.5
Jul 17.2°C / 63°F 12.4° / 22.1° 56.6
Aug 17.2°C / 63°F 12.5° / 22° 62.0
Sep 14.6°C / 58°F 10.3° / 18.8° 52.0
Oct 11°C / 52°F 7.8° / 14.3° 65.4
Nov 7.2°C / 45°F 4.5° / 9.9° 62.7
Dec 4.6°C / 40°F 2.3° / 7° 56.3
West Bergholt 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 171 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

Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Area133.0 sq mi (344.3 km²)
Population Density24/sq mi
Coordinates51.9122°N, 0.8499°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.4"
15% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 2.1"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.28"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

31 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 93 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 52 km
May 16, 1998 45 km ENE of Hemsby, United Kingdom M4.2 147 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 93 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 72 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 140 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 79 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 140 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 91 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 85 km
Jan 30, 2002 25 km NNE of Sheringham, United Kingdom M3.4 143 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 111 km
Jan 21, 1999 4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom M3.3 134 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 127 km
Mar 28, 1996 67 km ESE of Aldeburgh, United Kingdom M3.0 112 km
Nov 5, 1994 5 km N of Debenham, United Kingdom M3.0 46 km
Sep 6, 1993 35 km E of Caister-on-Sea, United Kingdom M3.0 128 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 114 km
Jul 16, 2005 3 km WSW of Southwater, United Kingdom M2.9 132 km
Feb 15, 1994 4 km NNE of Banham, United Kingdom M2.9 66 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 111 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m 94 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.0 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.6 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.6 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.3 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in

West Bergholt has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 39°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.3") and February the driest (1.3").

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32.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% below the national average of 33.7%. 51.7% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.2%
4% below United Kingdom avg
High School+51.7%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density24/sq mi
Total Area133.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone47.4%
Public Transit5.3%
Work from Home30.6%

Schools in West Bergholt

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Heathlands Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Braiswick Primary School
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Radio Stations near West Bergholt

30 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
ABC Oldies Radio MP3 320 kbps
Big L 1 80's, hits 70's MP3 128 kbps
BBC Essex UNKNOWN
FunkURadio 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
YellowTealPurple ambient, electronic OGG 65535 kbps
Big L 2 70's, 80's MP3 128 kbps
Greatest Hits Radio (Essex) 70's, 80's AAC+ 48 kbps
Hospital Radio Colchester MP3
HearMe - Love songs love songs MP3
Alpha Wave Radio MP3 320 kbps
Radio Caroline North AAC+ 52 kbps
Retro Mix Radio 70s, 80s AAC+ 48 kbps
The Voice Of Doom death metal, doom metal AAC 320 kbps
Zero Radio MP3 128 kbps
Chelmsford Community Radio independent MP3 128 kbps
Sheppey FM 92.2 MP3 256 kbps
Radio Caroline Flashback MP3 128 kbps
City Sound pop MP3 128 kbps
Kori The Pom Radio drum & bass, edm MP3 128 kbps
GlitterBeam Italia lgbt, lgbtqia+ MP3 192 kbps
Hospital Radio Chelmsford MP3 128 kbps
Park Radio community, diss MP3 96 kbps
FUNKERFM world music AAC+ 128 kbps
Stomp Radio MP3 128 kbps
NanoRadio MP3 192 kbps
Radioalfa2 classic hits MP3

Museums in West Bergholt

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Boxted Airfield Museum
Brightlingsea 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)
Gainsborough's House
Guildhall of Corpus Christi
Heritage Centre & Platforms 5 + 6
Hollytrees Museum
Little Hall
Manningtree Museum
Mersea Island Museum
Museum in the Park
Natural History Museum
Radio Caroline Ross Revenge
RAF Bradwell Bay Preservation Group
Restoration Shed
Roman Circus Visitor Centre
St Osyth Museum
Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome Museum
Sudbury Heritage Centre and Museum
The Munnings Art Museum
The Museum of Power
Tiptree Jam Museum

Libraries in West Bergholt

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Albert Sloman Library0.0
Brightlingsea Library0.0
Capel St Mary Library0.0
Coggeshall Library0.0
Colchester Library0.0
Earls Colne Library0.0
Greenstead Library0.0
Hadleigh Library0.0
Halstead Library0.0
Kelvedon Library0.0
Lavenham Library0.0
Long Melford Library0.0
Maldon Library0.0
Manningtree Library0.0
Needham Market Library0.0
Prettygate Library0.0
Silver End Library0.0
Southminster Libary0.0
Stanway Library0.0
Sudbury Library0.0
Thomas Plume's Library0.0
Tiptree Library0.0
West Mersea Library0.0
Wickham Bishops Library0.0
Witham Library0.0
Wivenhoe Library0.0

Farmers Markets in West Bergholt

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Coggeshall Market
St. Osyth Beach Sunday Market

Monuments in West Bergholt

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Water Trough Frederick Joshua Richardson

Golf Courses in West Bergholt

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Colchester Golf Club
Play Golf Colchester (Lexden Wood Golf Course)

Breweries in West Bergholt

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
King's Head Brewery
Little Earth Project
Maldon Brewing Co
Mauldons
Mersea Island Brewery
Mighty Oak Brewing Co. Ltd
Nethergate Brewery
Other Monkey Brewing
Red Fox Brewery
Viaduct Brewhouse

Stadiums & Teams in West Bergholt

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Ski Resorts Near West Bergholt

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near West Bergholt

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 MarhamKNFMedium Airport
RAF MildenhallMHZMedium Airport
Wattisham AirfieldMedium 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
Boughton North AirfieldSmall Airport
Brickwall Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bridge Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Broadmarsh Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brown Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bury Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Challock AirfieldSmall Airport
Channel Gliding ClubSmall 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
Fir Grove AirstripSmall Airport
Frinsted AirstripSmall Airport
Gerpins Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Great Ashfield AirstripSmall Airport
Great Friars Thornes Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Great Oakley AirfieldSmall Airport
Grove Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Grove Farm AirstripSmall Airport
High Easter AirfieldSmall Airport
Hinderclay Meadows AirfieldSmall Airport
Horham AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in West Bergholt

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
West Bergholt Post Office

Treatment Centers in West Bergholt

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Open Road

Churches & Religious Organizations in West Bergholt

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Leonard
St Mary the Virgin, West Bergholt
West Bergholt, Old Church

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 West Bergholt

What is the population of West Bergholt?

West Bergholt has a population of 3,215 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 133.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.2 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is West Bergholt expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,978, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $380,863 (35% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in West Bergholt?

West Bergholt 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 West Bergholt?

The unemployment rate in West Bergholt is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $961. There are 293 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in West Bergholt?

The median home value in West Bergholt is $380,863. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 65.1%.

How are the schools in West Bergholt?

32.2% of adults in West Bergholt hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 51.7% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of West Bergholt?

The racial and ethnic makeup of West Bergholt is 7.1% White, 1.8% Black or African American, 8.2% Asian. 92.2% of residents speak only English at home. 4.6% of the population are military veterans. 4.2% of residents have a disability.

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