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Winsham, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Winsham is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 748. Elevation: 328 ft (100 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
748 Population 1/sq mi density
328 ft Elevation 100 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
38.3 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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Full City Profile

People

Population748
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 Units299

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation328 ft (100 m)

Education

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

Community

Population748
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Coordinates50.8536°, -2.8892°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation38.3 inches (973 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.3 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$46,074
Median Age47.0 years

About Winsham

Winsham is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 748. The city sits at an elevation of 328 feet (100 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Winsham has a population of 748 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

748
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

Winsham vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Winsham 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 68 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Winsham vs United Kingdom

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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)68

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Winsham 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 299 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 Units299

Property Tax

Winsham experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches. The area receives 3.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 328 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Geography

Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Area1,596.6 sq mi (4,135.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates50.8536°N, 2.8892°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.3"
1% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 3.3"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.94"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

38 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 M4.3 118 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 106 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 127 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 27 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 116 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 27 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 81 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 98 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 80 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 108 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 27 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 42 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 95 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 141 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 58 km
Sep 17, 1993 3 km S of Leominster, United Kingdom M3.2 150 km
Jun 17, 1999 7 km NNE of Ross on Wye, United Kingdom M3.0 127 km
Jan 28, 2002 1 km S of Abercarn, United Kingdom M3.0 88 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 — 40 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 3.8 in
February 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 2.8 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.3 in Driest
May 53°F (11°C) 2.3 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
August 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in Wettest

Winsham has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 41°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and April the driest (2.3").

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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 Winsham

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy — — — —
Winsham Primary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Winsham

10 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
Sid Valley Radio local radio MP3 128 kbps
Abbey104 — MP3 256 kbps
Radio Wimborne community radio station MP3 320 kbps
Radio Ninesprings — MP3 256 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

Museums in Winsham

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Axe Valley Heritage Museum
Axminster Museum
Beaminster Museum
Bridport Museum
Chard Museum
Colyton Heritage Centre
County Classics Motor Museum
Crewkerne Museum
Dinosaurland Fossil Museum
Ilchester Museum
Lyme Regis Museum
Montacute TV Radio & Toy Museum
Motoring Memories
Museum of Somerset
Perry's Cider Mill
Somerset Cricket Museum
Somerset Military Museum
South Somerset Heritage Collection
Town Mill
Upottery Airfield Nissen Hut Heritage Centre
Westonzoyland Pumping Station Museum

Libraries in Winsham

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Beaminster Library0.0
Bridport Library0.0
Burton Bradstock Library0.0
Charmouth library0.0
Colyton Library0.0
Crewkerne Library0.0
Ilminster Library0.0
Langport Library0.0
Lyme Regis Library0.0
Martock Library0.0
North Petherton Community Library0.0
Seaton Library0.0
Somerton Community Library0.0
South Petherton Library0.0
Taunton Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Winsham

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Rise Market And Bakery
The Customs House

Hotels in Winsham

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cricket St. Thomas Hotel

Restaurants in Winsham

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fenocchi's

Cafes in Winsham

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hamilton's Tea Rooms
The Abbot's Table Cafe

Castles in Winsham

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Forde Abbey

Gas Stations in Winsham

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kittwhistle Garage

Golf Courses in Winsham

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cricket St Thomas Golf Course

Breweries in Winsham

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Branscombe Vale Brewery
Haye Farm Brewery
Lyme Regis Brewery
Palmer's Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Winsham

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Winsham

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Warmwell Snowsport Centre 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Winsham

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bristol AirportBRSLarge Airport
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
Exeter International AirportEXTMedium Airport
MOD St Athan—Medium Airport
RNAS YeoviltonYEOMedium Airport
Avon Lane Airfield—Small Airport
Badminton Airfield—Small Airport
Bagber Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Batch End Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club—Small Airport
Biss Brook Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Branscombe Airfield—Small Airport
Brookside Farm Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Charmy Down Airstrip—Small Airport
Chase Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Clutton Hill Airstrip—Small Airport
Compton Abbas Aerodrome—Small Airport
Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Curry Rivel Airstrip—Small Airport
Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field)—Small Airport
Dunkeswell Airfield—Small Airport
Farway Common Airfield—Small Airport
Garston Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Godney Airstrip—Small Airport
Great House Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Gutchpool Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Halesland Glider Field—Small Airport
Henstridge Airfield—Small Airport
Hermitage Airstrip—Small Airport
Heywood Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Langport Airstrip—Small Airport
Lower Manor Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Lower Withial Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Lower-Durston Airstrip—Small Airport
Marldon Airstrip—Small Airport
Melbury Airstrip—Small Airport
Middle Chinnock Airstrip—Small Airport
Middle Pymore Farm Airstrip (Private)—Small Airport
Middlegate Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Middlezoy Aerodrome—Small Airport
New Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
North Hill Glider Field—Small Airport
Norton Malreward Airfield—Small Airport
Orchardleigh Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Ranston Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
RNAS Merryfield—Small Airport
Rookery Farm Airfield—Small Airport
South Wraxall private Airstrip—Small Airport

Post Offices in Winsham

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Thorncombe Post Office
Winsham Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Winsham

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Holy Trinity
St Mary
St Michael & All Angels
St Stephen
St Thomas

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 Winsham

What is the population of Winsham?

Winsham has a population of 748 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 Winsham 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 Winsham?

Winsham has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 38.3 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Winsham?

Winsham 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 68 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Winsham?

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

How are the schools in Winsham?

50.0% of adults in Winsham 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 Winsham?

95.4% of residents speak only English at home.

Nearby Cities

Chard, ENG 13,074 pop · 3.6 mi Crewkerne, ENG 7,826 pop · 4.5 mi Ilminster, ENG 5,808 pop · 5.1 mi Merriott, ENG 1,979 pop · 5.8 mi Axminster, ENG 5,761 pop · 6.8 mi Beaminster, ENG 2,957 pop · 7.2 mi South Petherton, ENG 3,064 pop · 7.5 mi Charmouth, ENG 1,352 pop · 7.9 mi Lyme Regis, ENG 4,712 pop · 9.0 mi Stoke-sub-Hamdon, ENG 2,004 pop · 9.2 mi Martock, ENG 4,522 pop · 9.9 mi West Coker, ENG 1,161 pop · 9.9 mi Bridport, ENG 13,737 pop · 10.1 mi Colyton, ENG 2,668 pop · 11.1 mi
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