Whaley Bridge, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Whaley Bridge is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 5,140. Elevation: 558 ft (170 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Whaley Bridge
Whaley Bridge is a town and civil parish in the High Peak district of Derbyshire, England. It is situated on the River Goyt, 16 miles (26Â km) south-east of Manchester, 7 miles (11Â km) north of Buxton, 9 miles (14Â km) north-east of Macclesfield and 28 miles (45Â km) west of Sheffield. The parish includes Furness Vale, Horwich End, Bridgemont, Fernilee, Stoneheads and Taxal; the parish had a population of 6,311 at the 2021 census. Whaley Bridge historically straddled Derbyshire and Cheshire until boundary changes in 1936 placed it entirely in Derbyshire.
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| Population | 5,140 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 558 ft (170 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.3303°, -1.9826° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.5 inches (1,485 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 19.3 inches (49 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $47,224 |
| Median Age | 46.6 years |
About Whaley Bridge
Whaley Bridge is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 5,140. The city sits at an elevation of 558 feet (170 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Whaley Bridge vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Whaley Bridge vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,224 |
| 37% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $47,224 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $908 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 468 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 51.9% |
| Public Transit | 3.1% |
| Work from Home | 29.1% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $325,628 |
| 16% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,181 |
| 2% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 71.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 28.4% |
| Housing Units | 2,056 |
Property Tax
Climate in Whaley Bridge
Whaley Bridge has an average annual temperature of 10.3°C (51°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.7°C), the coldest is Jan (4.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 832 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.2°F |
| 13% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| Sunny Days | 210 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 558 ft (170 m) |
| Area | 244.0 sq mi (632.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.3303°N, 1.9826°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 4.7 in | |
| February | 36°F (2°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 39°F (4°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.1 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| July | 56°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 4.8 in |
Whaley Bridge has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 36°F in February to 57°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 46.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and May the driest (3.0").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 35.6% |
| 6% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 53.8% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Total Area | 244.0 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 51.9% |
| Public Transit | 3.1% |
| Work from Home | 29.1% |
Schools in Whaley Bridge
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furness Vale Primary and Nursery School | - | - | - | - |
| Buxworth Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Taxal and Fernilee CofE Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Whaley Bridge Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kettleshulme St James CofE (VA) Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Whaley Bridge
45 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hits Radio UK | - | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| Bolton FM | community, local | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 6 Towns Radio | adult contemporary, classic hits | MP3 | |
| HearMe - 2020s Pop Music | 2020s pop music | MP3 | |
| Rotherham Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Capital FM Manchester | manchester, pop | AAC 48 kbps | |
| News Radio UK | information, news | AAC | |
| Leeds Student Radio | student radio | MP3 192 kbps | |
| SD Radio | dance, dnb | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Giants of Jazz Radio | classic jazz, jazz | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Taiyabah Masjid | islamic, masjid | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Reform Radio | music, variety | MP3 192 kbps | |
| The Richie Allen Show | - | MP3 | |
| CROP Radio | community radio, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Tameside Radio | adult contemporary, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Heart North West 105.4 | hot adult contemporary | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Radio X Manchester | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| OSTM Radio | alternative, alternative rock | MP3 | |
| Selecta Radio UK | 2tone, punk | MP3 192 kbps | |
| KFM Radio (US) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Blue Sky Radio | classic hits, hot adult contemporary | MP3 256 kbps | |
| High Peak 1 | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| ALL FM 96.9 | community, community radio | AAC+ | |
| The Thread 102.8FM | community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| OC Radio | chart, dance | AAC 192 kbps | |
| Hereme 2010s pop | 2010s, pop | MP3 | |
| Harrogate Hospital Radio | classic hits, hospital radio | MP3 | |
| Phoenix Radio | 2000s, 2010s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Access Radio 64K | music, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| SMILE RADIO | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Drystone Radio | - | MP3 | |
| The Dove | adult contemporary | AAC | |
| HearMe - top pop | top pop music | MP3 | |
| OSN Radio Plus | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Alty | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Moorlands Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Silk 106.9 | classic hits, hot adult contemporary | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Jingle Ark Jingle Jukebox | - | MP3 | |
| Bounce Nation Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Gaydio | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Psychedelic Secret radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RocknationFmuk | blues, classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| The Buzz Mcr | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LABR Love a Brother Radio | 80s, chillout | MP3 320 kbps | |
| KFM Radio | multi | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Whaley Bridge
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anson Museum | ||||
| Astley Cheetham Art Gallery | ||||
| Avro Heritage Museum | ||||
| Bollington Discovery Centre | ||||
| Brindley Mill | ||||
| Castleton Village Museum | ||||
| Clayton Hall | ||||
| Clayton Hall | ||||
| Congleton Museum | ||||
| Didsbury Parsonage Trust | ||||
| Didsbury Parsonage Trust | ||||
| Elizabeth Gaskell's House | ||||
| Elizabeth Gaskell's House | ||||
| Geological Gallery at Biddulph Grange Garden | ||||
| Greater Manchester Police Museum & Archives | ||||
| Greater Manchester Police Museum & Archives | ||||
| Hat Works | ||||
| Hat Works | ||||
| Macclesfield Silk Museum | ||||
| Mining Museum | ||||
| Museum of the Manchester Regiment | ||||
| Museum of the Manchester Regiment | ||||
| New Mills Heritage Centre | ||||
| Paradise Mill | ||||
| Platt Hall | ||||
| Platt Hall | ||||
| Portland Basin Museum | ||||
| Portland Basin Museum | ||||
| Saddleworth Museum | ||||
| Stockport Air Raid Shelters | ||||
| Stockport Air Raid Shelters | ||||
| Stockport Museum | ||||
| Stockport Museum | ||||
| West Park Museum |
Libraries in Whaley Bridge
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alkrington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Arcadia Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beswick Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beswick Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Biddulph Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bollington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bramhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bredbury Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brinnington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burnage Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Buxton Library and Information Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Chadderton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chadderton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chapel-en-le-Frith Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cheadle Hulme Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cheadle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Clayton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Congleton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crompton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crompton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Denton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Denton West End Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Didsbury Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Disley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Droylsden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Droylsden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Edgeley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Failsworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Failsworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glossop Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gorton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gorton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Great Moor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Greenfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hadfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Handforth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hayfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hazel Grove Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Heald Green Library | 0.0 | |||||
| High Lane Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Holmfirth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hyde Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leek Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lees Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lees Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Longsight Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Macclesfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Middleton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Miles Platting Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| New Mills Library | 0.0 | |||||
| New Moston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| New Moston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newton Heath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newton Heath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| North City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| North City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Northmoor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Northmoor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oldham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oldham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oldham Local Studies & Archive | 0.0 | |||||
| Oldham Local Studies & Archive | 0.0 | |||||
| Poynton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Prestbury Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Reddish Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Royton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Royton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stalybridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stalybridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stockport Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| STOCKROOM | 0.0 | |||||
| Tameside Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Avenue Library & Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| The Avenue Library & Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| The Heatons Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Uppermill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Uppermill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whaley Bridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Withington Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Whaley Bridge
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton Indoor Market | |||||
| Bowlee Car Boot | |||||
| Buxton Market | |||||
| Cavendish Arcade | |||||
| Glossop Indoor Market | |||||
| Glossop Outdoor Market | |||||
| Gorton Market | |||||
| Harpurhey Market | |||||
| Holmfirth Attested Auction Market | |||||
| Hyde Market | |||||
| Longsight Market | |||||
| Maker's Market | |||||
| Maker's Market | |||||
| Stockport Market | |||||
| The Market | |||||
| The Market | |||||
| Tommyfield Market |
Restaurants in Whaley Bridge
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Whaley Bridge
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Whaley Bridge
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Whaley Bridge
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Whaley Bridge
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Whaley Bridge
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Whaley Bridge
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Whaley Bridge
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Whaley Bridge
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beartown Brewery | ||||
| Bollington Brewing Company | ||||
| Cloudwater Brewery | ||||
| Cloudwater Brewery | ||||
| J. W. Lees & Co. | ||||
| Manchester Union Brewery | ||||
| Manchester Union Brewery | ||||
| Quantum Brewing Company | ||||
| Robinsons Brewery Visitors Centre | ||||
| Storm Brewing Co Ltd | ||||
| The Runaway Brewery | ||||
| Thornsett Brewery and Hop Yard | ||||
| Torrside Brewing | ||||
| We Are Wolf | ||||
| Whaley Tap House | ||||
| Wincle Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Whaley Bridge
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Co-op Live | ||
| Droylsden Football Club | ||
| Etihad Stadium | ||
| Joie Stadium | ||
| Manchester Regional Arena | ||
| Manchester Velodrome | ||
| National Indoor BMX Arena | ||
| National Speedway Stadium | ||
| The Falcon Fire Stadium |
Ski Resorts Near Whaley Bridge
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 Whaley Bridge
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| East Midlands Airport | EMA | Large Airport |
| Leeds Bradford Airport | LBA | Large Airport |
| Manchester Airport | MAN | Large Airport |
| RAF Cosford | - | Medium Airport |
| RAF Shawbury | - | Medium Airport |
| Abbots Bromley Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Arley Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ash House Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ashcroft Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Birds Edge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brook Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bryn Gates Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Butterfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Calton Moor Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Camphill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chipping Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Clotton airstrip UL | - | Small Airport |
| Coal Aston Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cottage Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crosland Moor Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dairy House Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Darley Moor Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Derby Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fern Farm Airstrip UL | - | Small Airport |
| Fisherwick Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Frandley House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Garforth Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm (Sibson) Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grangewood Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hawksview Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Haydock Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hazlewood Gallop / Tadcaster Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Higher Barn Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Holly Meadow Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kenyon Hall Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Longford Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Manchester Barton Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mitton Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| North Rigton Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Onecoat Morridge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Osbaston Lodge Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Otherton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Oxenhope Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Palmer Moor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Park Hall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pear Tree Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Peplow Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Whaley Bridge
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Horwich End Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Whaley Bridge
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Boston House | ||
| Devonshire House | ||
| Heathfield House | ||
| Redbank Recovery Accomodation |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Whaley Bridge
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of the Sacred Heart | |
| Fernilee Methodist Church | |
| Good News Church | |
| Holy Trinity | |
| Kettleshulme Church | |
| St James (Taxal parish church) | |
| St James's Church | |
| Whaley Bridge Uniting Church |
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What is the population of Whaley Bridge?
Whaley Bridge has a population of 5,140 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 244.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.9% female and 49.1% male.
Is Whaley Bridge expensive to live in?
The median household income is $47,224, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $325,628 (16% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,181 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Whaley Bridge?
Whaley Bridge has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.5 inches, with 19.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Whaley Bridge?
Whaley Bridge has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $908. There are 468 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Whaley Bridge?
The median home value in Whaley Bridge is $325,628. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,181. The homeownership rate is 71.7%.
How are the schools in Whaley Bridge?
35.6% of adults in Whaley Bridge hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 53.8% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Whaley Bridge?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Whaley Bridge is 2.2% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1% Asian. 98.1% of residents speak only English at home. 4.0% of the population are military veterans. 5.0% of residents have a disability.
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