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Whitwell, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Whitwell is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 3,846. Elevation: 348 ft (106 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
3,846 Population 42/sq mi density
348 ft Elevation 106 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
39.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,944 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 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 Whitwell

Whitwell

Whitwell is a village in the Bolsover District of Derbyshire, England, which lies close to the border with Nottinghamshire. The population of the civil parish taken at the 2021 Census was 3,721.

People

Population3,846
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density42/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,944
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$249,800
Rent$1,249
Ownership63.0%
Housing Units1,538

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days215/yr
Elevation348 ft (106 m)

Education

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

Community

Population3,846
Population Density42 / sq mi
Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Coordinates53.2833°, -1.2167°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation39.7 inches (1,009 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Whitwell

Whitwell is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 3,846. The city sits at an elevation of 348 feet (106 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Whitwell has a population of 3,846 with a density of 42 people per square mile, spread across 91.5 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. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average).

Population

3,846
Total Population
42
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
91.5mi²
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

Whitwell vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Whitwell is $49,944, which is 34% 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 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 350 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Whitwell vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$49,944
34% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,944
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)350

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Whitwell is $249,800, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,538 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

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

Homeownership63.0%
Owner-Occupied63.0%
Renter-Occupied37.0%
Housing Units1,538

Property Tax

Whitwell experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches. The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 348 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (16°C)
Sunny Days215 days/yr

Geography

Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Area91.5 sq mi (237.1 km²)
Population Density42/sq mi
Coordinates53.2833°N, 1.2167°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.7"
5% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 4.1"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.03"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.97"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Feb 27, 2008 1 km NNE of Market Rasen, United Kingdom M4.8 60 km
Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 106 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 70 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 54 km
Jun 9, 2018 7 km NNE of Withernsea, United Kingdom M4.1 102 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 115 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 70 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 117 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 68 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 56 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 143 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 103 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 17 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 104 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 70 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 65 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 61 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 124 km
Oct 23, 2002 0 km WSW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.3 66 km
Mar 4, 1990 2 km N of Great Haywood, United Kingdom M3.3 73 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in
February 38°F (3°C) 2.1 in Coldest
March 42°F (6°C) 2.4 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.5 in
July 62°F (16°C) 2.0 in Warmest, Driest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.3 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
October 49°F (10°C) 2.6 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in
December 40°F (4°C) 3.0 in Wettest

Whitwell has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 38°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (2.0").

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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 Density42/sq mi
Total Area91.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Whitwell

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Whitwell Primary School - - - -
Hodthorpe Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Whitwell

34 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Heart South Wales adult contemporary, pop MP3 128 kbps
Capital FM Cymru bilingual, contemporary AAC 48 kbps
HearMe - Classic Hard Rock classic hard rock MP3
BBC Radio Wales (128k) music, news UNKNOWN
Rotherham Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Derby Sound - MP3 128 kbps
BBC Radio Cymru (128k) entertainment, music UNKNOWN
Selecta Radio UK 2tone, punk MP3 192 kbps
The British Home Front Radio Service - MP3 128 kbps
Rother Radio (Rotherham & Sheffield) - MP3 128 kbps
broradio community radio, local news MP3 128 kbps
Past Perfect Radio 20s AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Camarthenshire local news, pop music MP3 128 kbps
BBC Radio Cymru 2 (128k) music, news UNKNOWN
Nation Radio Wales contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps
Heart North Wales local news, music MP3 128 kbps
Burton Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Amber Sound FM - AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Faza - MP3 128 kbps
SMILE RADIO - MP3 128 kbps
Rhubarb Radio local radio, music MP3 160 kbps
Revolution Radio Online - AAC 320 kbps
Doncaster Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Sine FM - MP3
Hereme 2010s pop 2010s, pop MP3
North Derbyshire Radio classic hits, hits MP3 192 kbps
MAX FM DERBY 92.2 drum and bass, news MP3 192 kbps
Sheffield Live! community radio, sheffield MP3 128 kbps
Mondo Radio community radio, variety MP3 96 kbps
Dragon Radio pop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Newark - MP3 64 kbps
Millside Hospital Radio - AAC+ 192 kbps
Erewash Sound - MP3
Heart West Wales commercial, pop MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Whitwell

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ashworth Barracks Victoria Cross Museum
Barrow Hill Roundhouse Museum
Bilsthorpe Heritage Museum
Chesterfield Museum
Clifton Park Museum
Creswell Crags Museum and Heritage Centre
Cusworth Hall
Danum Gallery, Library and Museum
Elsecar Heritage Centre
Fork Truck Heritage Centre
Kings Own Yorkshire Light Infantry Museum
Langwith Whaley Thorns Heritage Centre
Magna Science Adventure Centre
Making It! Discovery Centre
Mansfield Museum
Matthew Kirtley Building
Mr Straw's House
Museum And Gift Shop
Papplewick Pumping Station
Revolution House
Road Transport Building
South Yorkshire Air Museum
South Yorkshire Transport Museum
South Yorkshire Transport Trust
Stainsby Mill
Swanwick Junction Museum Complex
The National Videogame Museum
The Queen's Royal Lancers Museum
West Shed Experience
York And Lancaster Regimental Museum

Libraries in Whitwell

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aston Library0.0
Bawtry Community Library0.0
Bessacarr Library0.0
Bilsthorpe Library0.0
Bircotes Library0.0
Blidworth Library0.0
Bolsover Library0.0
Burngreave Library0.0
Burngreave Library0.0
Burngreave Library0.0
Cantley Library0.0
Chesterfield Library0.0
Clay Cross Library0.0
Clipstone Library0.0
Conisbrough Community Library0.0
Crystal Peaks Library0.0
Crystal Peaks Library0.0
Darnall Library0.0
Dinnington Resource Centre0.0
Dukeries Library0.0
Ecclesfield Library0.0
Eckington Library and Information Centre0.0
Edwinstowe Library0.0
Farnsfield Library0.0
Field Library0.0
Field Library0.0
Firth Park Library0.0
Forest Town Library0.0
Frecheville Library0.0
Greasbrough Library0.0
Holmewood Library0.0
Hoyland Library0.0
Hucknall Library0.0
Huthwaite Library0.0
Intake Library0.0
Jordanthorpe Library0.0
Killamarsh Library0.0
Kimberworth Library0.0
Kimberworth Library0.0
Kirkby-in-Ashfield Library0.0
Kiveton Park Library0.0
Ladybrook Library0.0
Langold Library0.0
Manor Library0.0
Mansfield Central Library0.0
Mansfield Woodhouse Library0.0
Mexborough Library0.0
Newbold Library0.0
Newfield Green Library0.0
Old Whittington Library0.0
Ollerton Library0.0
Park Library Centre0.0
Rainworth Community Partnership Library0.0
Ravenshead Library0.0
Rawmarsh Community Library0.0
Selston Community Partnership Library0.0
Sheffield City Archives0.0
Shirebrook Library0.0
Skegby and Stanton Hill Library0.0
Sprotbrough Community Library0.0
Sutton-in-Ashfield Library0.0
Swinton Community Library0.0
Thorpe Hesley Library0.0
Thorpe Hesley Library0.0
Warmsworth Library0.0
Warsop Library0.0
Wath upon Dearne Community Library0.0
Wombwell Library0.0
Worksop Library0.0
Worsbrough Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Whitwell

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Centenary Markets
Chapeltown Market
Chesterfield Market Hall
Corn Exchange
Dinnington Market
Doncaster Market
Fish Market
Goose Hill Market
Hoyland Market
Idlewells Indoor Market
Indoor Market
Market Hall
Market Place
Market Place
Mexborough Market
New Square
Ollerton Market
Outdoor Market
Pollen Market
Pollen Market
Somercotes Market Place
Sutton Outdoor Market
The Market Place

Restaurants in Whitwell

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bistro Next Door

Cafes in Whitwell

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Route 619 Diner

Clinics in Whitwell

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Whitwell Health Centre

Train Stations in Whitwell

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Whitwell

Golf Courses in Whitwell

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bondhay Golf Club and Academy

Breweries in Whitwell

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Acorn Brewery
Alter Ego Brewery
Ashover Brew Co
Chantry Brewery
Drone Valley Brewery
Fuggle Bunny Brew House
Kings Clipstone Brewery
Pentrich Brewing Co.
Saint Mars of the Desert

Stadiums & Teams in Whitwell

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Whitwell

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
East Midlands AirportEMALarge Airport
Leeds Bradford AirportLBALarge Airport
Leeds East Airport-Medium Airport
Nottingham City AirportNQTMedium Airport
RAF Barkston Heath-Medium Airport
RAF Cranwell-Medium Airport
RAF WaddingtonWTNMedium Airport
RAF Wittering-Medium Airport
Abbots Bromley Airfield-Small Airport
Acaster Malbis Airstrip-Small Airport
Askern Airfield-Small Airport
Bankwood Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Baxterley Aerodrome-Small Airport
Beeches Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Birchwood Lodge Airstrip-Small Airport
Birds Edge Airstrip-Small Airport
Black Spring Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Blackmoor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Breighton Airfield-Small Airport
Bridge Cottage Airstrip-Small Airport
Brook Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Burn Airfield-Small Airport
Butterfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Calton Moor Airfield-Small Airport
Camphill Airfield-Small Airport
Caunton Airfield-Small Airport
Cliffe Airstrip-Small Airport
Coal Aston Airfield-Small Airport
Cottage Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Crosland Moor Airfield-Small Airport
Darley Moor Airfield-Small Airport
Darlton Gliding Club-Small Airport
Derby Airfield-Small Airport
Elvington Airfield-Small Airport
Finningley Village Airstrip-Small Airport
Fisherwick Airfield-Small Airport
Forwood Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Full Sutton Airfield-Small Airport
Garforth Airstrip-Small Airport
Gilrudding Grange Airstrip-Small Airport
Glebe Farm (Sibson) Airstrip-Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Grange Farm Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Grangewood Airstrip-Small Airport
Griffin's Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Grove Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hanbeck Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Haxey Airstrip-Small Airport
Hazlewood Gallop / Tadcaster Airfield-Small Airport
Headon Microlight Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Whitwell

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Whitwell Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Whitwell

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints (Steetley Chapel)
St Lawrence, Whitwell

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Whitwell

What is the population of Whitwell?

Whitwell has a population of 3,846 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 42 people per square mile, spread across 91.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Whitwell expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,944, 34% 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 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Whitwell?

Whitwell 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 62°F in July. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 39.7 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Whitwell?

Whitwell has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 350 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Whitwell?

The median home value in Whitwell is $249,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.

How are the schools in Whitwell?

50.0% of adults in Whitwell 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 Whitwell?

90% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability.

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