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West Coker, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

West Coker is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,161. Elevation: 243 ft (74 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,161 Population 1/sq mi density
243 ft Elevation 74 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
43.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$46,074 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$46,074 median income, 3.9% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$354,599 home value, $1,152/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About West Coker

West Coker

West Coker is a large village and civil parish in Somerset, England, situated 3 miles (4.8 km) south west of Yeovil.

People

Population1,161
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,074
Per Capita$46,074
Unemployment3.9%

Housing

C
Home Value$354,599
Rent$1,152
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units464

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation243 ft (74 m)

Education

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

Community

Population1,161
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Coordinates50.9191°, -2.6871°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation43.6 inches (1,108 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)
Median Household Income$46,074
Median Age47.0 years

About West Coker

West Coker is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,161. The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet (74 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

West Coker has a population of 1,161 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,596.6 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% 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 95.4% of residents.

Population

1,161
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above United Kingdom avg
1,596.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.4%
22% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 4.6%

Social Characteristics

West Coker vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in West Coker is $46,074, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,074 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $886, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 106 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: West Coker vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,074
39% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$46,074
Avg Weekly Wage$886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)106

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in West Coker is $354,599, 26% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,152 (1% below the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 464 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$354,599
26% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,152
1% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units464

Property Tax

West Coker experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Geography

Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Area1,596.6 sq mi (4,135.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates50.9191°N, 2.6871°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.6"
15% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 4.1"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.62"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

39 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 118 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 121 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 114 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 140 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 143 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 28 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 130 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 28 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 66 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 79 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 95 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 77 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 104 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 28 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 93 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 56 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 128 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 73 km
Sep 17, 1993 3 km S of Leominster, United Kingdom M3.2 142 km
Jan 28, 2002 1 km S of Abercarn, United Kingdom M3.0 85 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 52 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.5 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.2 in
August 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.1 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.2 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.6 in Wettest

West Coker has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.6") and April the driest (2.2").

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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 Area1,596.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in West Coker

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
East Coker Community Primary School
West Coker CofE VC Primary School
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Radio Stations near West Coker

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Rage FM drum and bass, hardcore MP3 128 kbps
Weymouth Rocks (Medium Bitrate) punk, rock AAC 48 kbps
Abbey104 MP3 256 kbps
Radio Wimborne community radio station MP3 320 kbps
Radio Ninesprings MP3 256 kbps
Alfred community news MP3 160 kbps
10 Radio 105.3 - Wiveliscombe community radio, somerset MP3 128 kbps
Somervalley fm community radio, local station MP3 192 kbps
100% Whatever Westcountry MP3
Wave Community Radio MP3 128 kbps
WIDE Radio club, dance MP3

Museums in West Coker

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Beaminster Museum
Bridport Museum
Bruton Museum
Cobham Hall
Crewkerne Museum
Dinosaurland Fossil Museum
Dorset Museum
Fleet Air Arm Museum
Glastonbury Abbey
Glastonbury Tribunal
Haynes International Motor Museum
Ilchester Museum
Lyme Regis Museum
Montacute TV Radio & Toy Museum
Perry's Cider Mill
Roman Villa Museum
Sherborne Museum
Sherborne Steam & Waterwheel Centre
Somerset Rural Life Museum
South Somerset Heritage Collection
The Keep Military Museum
The Tutankhamun Exhibition
Town Mill
Villa Ventorum

Libraries in West Coker

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Beaminster Library0.0
Bridport Library0.0
Bruton Community Library0.0
Burton Bradstock Library0.0
Charmouth library0.0
Crewkerne Library0.0
Ilminster Library0.0
Langport Library0.0
Library Hub0.0
Martock Library0.0
Milborne Port Library0.0
Sherborne Library0.0
Somerton Community Library0.0
South Petherton Library0.0
Street Library0.0
Yeovil Library0.0

Farmers Markets in West Coker

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Dorchester Market
Rise Market And Bakery
The Customs House

Hotels in West Coker

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lanes Hotel

Cafes in West Coker

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Courtyard Cafe
Goose Slade Farm
LYNX CAFE

Gas Stations in West Coker

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

West Yeovil SF Connect

Breweries in West Coker

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Lyme Regis Brewery
Palmer's Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in West Coker

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near West Coker

2 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near West Coker

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bristol AirportBRSLarge Airport
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
Exeter International AirportEXTMedium Airport
MOD St AthanMedium Airport
RNAS YeoviltonYEOMedium Airport
Avon Lane AirfieldSmall Airport
Badminton AirfieldSmall Airport
Bagber Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Batch End Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Biss Brook Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bowerchalke AirfieldSmall Airport
Bowerswaine Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Bowldown Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Branscombe AirfieldSmall Airport
Brown Shutters Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Chalk Pyt Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Charlton Park AirstripSmall Airport
Charmy Down AirstripSmall Airport
Chase Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Clutton Hill AirstripSmall Airport
Compton Abbas AerodromeSmall Airport
Compton Chamberlayne AirstripSmall Airport
Cotswold AirportGBASmall Airport
Craysmarsh AirstripSmall Airport
Croes Carn Einion Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Curry Rivel AirstripSmall Airport
Deptford 'Farm' AirstripSmall Airport
Deptford AirstripSmall Airport
Devizes AirstripSmall Airport
Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field)Small Airport
Dunkeswell AirfieldSmall Airport
Edington Private AirstripSmall Airport
Farway Common AirfieldSmall Airport
Garston Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Glebe Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Glebe Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Godney AirstripSmall Airport
Great House Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Gutchpool Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Halesland Glider FieldSmall Airport
Henstridge AirfieldSmall Airport
Hermitage AirstripSmall Airport
Heywood Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Langley House AirstripSmall Airport
Langport AirstripSmall Airport
Lower Manor Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Lower Withial Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Lower-Durston AirstripSmall Airport
Manor Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in West Coker

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hardington Mandeville Post Office
West Coker Village Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in West Coker

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Martin of Tours
St Michael and All Angels' Church
The Blessed Virgin Mary
The Blessed Virgin Mary

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 Coker

What is the population of West Coker?

West Coker has a population of 1,161 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,596.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is West Coker expensive to live in?

The median household income is $46,074, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $354,599 (26% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,152 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in West Coker?

West Coker has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 43.6 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in West Coker?

West Coker has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $886. There are 106 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in West Coker?

The median home value in West Coker is $354,599. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,152. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in West Coker?

50.0% of adults in West Coker 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 West Coker?

95.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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