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Winkleigh, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Winkleigh is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,305. Elevation: 551 ft (168 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,305 Population 3/sq mi density
551 ft Elevation 168 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
44.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$43,720 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$43,720 median income, 4.3% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$348,938 home value, $1,093/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Winkleigh

Winkleigh

Winkleigh is a civil parish and small village in Devon, England. It is part of the local government area of Torridge District Council. The population of the parish at the 2011 census was 1,305, compared to 1,079 in 1901. The population of the electoral ward in 2011 was 2,068.

People

Population1,305
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,720
Per Capita$43,720
Unemployment4.3%

Housing

C
Home Value$348,938
Rent$1,093
Ownership70.4%
Housing Units522

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation551 ft (168 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.2%
High School+43.8%

Community

Population1,305
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation551 ft (168 m)
Coordinates50.8558°, -3.9430°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation44.1 inches (1,121 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$43,720
Median Age51.3 years

About Winkleigh

Winkleigh is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,305. The city sits at an elevation of 551 feet (168 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Winkleigh has a population of 1,305 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 529.3 square miles. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (1.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.7% of residents. 5.6% of the population are veterans. 6.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,305
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above United Kingdom avg
529.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.7%
26% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 1.3%

Social Characteristics

Winkleigh vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Winkleigh is $43,720, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,720 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $841, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 119 business establishments. 25.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Winkleigh vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$43,720
42% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$43,720
Avg Weekly Wage$841

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)119

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.5%
Public Transit2.2%
Work from Home25.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Winkleigh is $348,938, 24% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,093 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 70.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 522 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$348,938
24% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,093
6% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.4%
Owner-Occupied70.4%
Renter-Occupied29.6%
Housing Units522

Property Tax

Winkleigh experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 551 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation551 ft (168 m)
Area529.3 sq mi (1,370.8 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates50.8558°N, 3.9430°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.1"
16% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.08"
Driest Month (May) 2.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

29 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 M4.5 113 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 97 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 59 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 54 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 72 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 72 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 98 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 61 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 93 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 105 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 119 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 99 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 33 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 106 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 72 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 53 km
Jan 28, 2002 1 km S of Abercarn, United Kingdom M3.0 103 km
May 19, 2019 7 km ESE of Swanage, United Kingdom M3.0 150 km
Feb 8, 1998 18 km SW of Mullion, United Kingdom M2.9 149 km
Sep 5, 1999 15 km WSW of Salcombe, United Kingdom M2.9 76 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 77 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 5.0 in
February 41°F (5°C) 3.6 in Coldest
March 44°F (6°C) 3.4 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in Driest
June 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in
September 56°F (14°C) 3.7 in
October 51°F (11°C) 4.5 in
November 46°F (8°C) 5.0 in
December 43°F (6°C) 5.1 in Wettest

Winkleigh has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 41°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.1") and May the driest (2.6").

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26.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 22% below the national average of 33.7%. 43.8% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.2%
22% below United Kingdom avg
High School+43.8%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area529.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.5%
Public Transit2.2%
Work from Home25.9%

Schools in Winkleigh

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Winkleigh Primary School
Acorn School
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Radio Stations near Winkleigh

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BBC Radio Devon UNKNOWN
Ocean City Radio various MP3 192 kbps
Mechanical Music Radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Drake UK hip hop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Drake hip hop MP3 128 kbps
Soundart Radio diy, experimental MP3 128 kbps
Torbay Hospital Radio MP3 128 kbps
Hospital Radio Plymouth AAC 128 kbps
Phonic FM alternative, community MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Winkleigh

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cobbaton Combat Museum
Finch Foundry (NT)
Great Torrington Heritage Museum
Kelly Mine
Motor Museum
Museum of Barnstaple & North Devon
Museum Of Dartmoor Life
South Molton Museum
St Anne's Chapel
The Arthur Westlake Museum
War Horse Valley Country Farm Park

Libraries in Winkleigh

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Appledore Library0.0
Bowring Library0.0
Chagford Library0.0
North Devon Library & Record Office0.0
Okehampton Library0.0
South Molton Library0.0
Torrington Library & Tourist Information Centre0.0

Farmers Markets in Winkleigh

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Pannier Market
South Molton Panier Market

Cafes in Winkleigh

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bean and Leaf
Jonesy's Cafe

Breweries in Winkleigh

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Clearwater Brewery
GT Ales
Honey Wood Orchard
Taw Valley Brewery
Utopian Brewing Company
Yelland Manor Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Winkleigh

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Airports Near Winkleigh

29 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
Exeter International AirportEXTMedium Airport
MOD St AthanMedium Airport
Royal Marines Base ChivenorMedium Airport
Swansea AirportSWSMedium Airport
Belle Vue AirfieldSmall Airport
Bodmin AirfieldSmall Airport
Bolt Head AirfieldSmall Airport
Brent Tor Glider FieldSmall Airport
Brookside Farm Private AirstripSmall Airport
Dunkeswell AirfieldSmall Airport
Eaglescott AirfieldSmall Airport
Eggesford AirfieldSmall Airport
Glebe Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Gorrel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Halwell AirstripSmall Airport
Heywood Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hunsdon Lea AirstripSmall Airport
Lundy Island AirfieldSmall Airport
Marldon AirstripSmall Airport
North Hill Glider FieldSmall Airport
Old Park Farm AirstripSmall Airport
RAF Davidstow MoorSmall Airport
St Mellion AirstripSmall Airport
Stoodleigh Barton Private AirstripSmall Airport
Tinnel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Well Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Westacott Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Westover Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Winkleigh

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Winkleigh Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Winkleigh

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Hallows
All Saints Church
Broadwood Kelly Methodist Church
St James
St Mary the Virgin
St Michael's Church
Winkleigh Methodist 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 Winkleigh

What is the population of Winkleigh?

Winkleigh has a population of 1,305 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 529.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Winkleigh expensive to live in?

The median household income is $43,720, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $348,938 (24% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,093 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Winkleigh?

Winkleigh has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.1 inches.

How is the job market in Winkleigh?

Winkleigh has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $841. There are 119 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Winkleigh?

The median home value in Winkleigh is $348,938. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,093. The homeownership rate is 70.4%.

How are the schools in Winkleigh?

26.2% of adults in Winkleigh hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.8% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Winkleigh?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Winkleigh is 1.9% White, 0.6% Asian. 98.7% of residents speak only English at home. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 6.0% of residents have a disability.

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