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Wolsingham, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Wolsingham is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,503. Elevation: 466 ft (142 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,503 Population 3/sq mi density
466 ft Elevation 142 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
39.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$42,464 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$42,464 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$174,727 home value, $1,062/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Wolsingham

Wolsingham

Wolsingham is a market town in Weardale, County Durham, England. It is situated by the River Wear, between Crook and Stanhope.

People

Population2,503
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,464
Per Capita$42,464
Unemployment5.6%

Housing

A
Home Value$174,727
Rent$1,062
Ownership62.8%
Housing Units1,001

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation466 ft (142 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.7%
High School+46.7%

Community

Population2,503
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation466 ft (142 m)
Coordinates54.7309°, -1.8832°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation39.0 inches (990 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$42,464
Median Age44.0 years

About Wolsingham

Wolsingham is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,503. The city sits at an elevation of 466 feet (142 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Wolsingham has a population of 2,503 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 937.5 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. The city is predominantly White (2.1%), with 1.8% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.8% of residents. 5.2% of the population are veterans. 7.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

2,503
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above United Kingdom avg
937.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.8%
25% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.2%

Social Characteristics

Wolsingham vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Wolsingham is $42,464, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,464. The average weekly wage is $817, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 228 business establishments. 23.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Wolsingham vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$42,464
43% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$42,464
Avg Weekly Wage$817

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)228

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone57.4%
Public Transit3.7%
Work from Home23.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Wolsingham is $174,727, 38% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,062 (9% below the national average of $1,163). 62.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,001 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$174,727
38% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,062
9% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership62.8%
Owner-Occupied62.8%
Renter-Occupied37.2%
Housing Units1,001

Property Tax

Wolsingham experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 265 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 466 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below United Kingdom avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation466 ft (142 m)
Area937.5 sq mi (2,428.0 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates54.7309°N, 1.8832°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.0"
3% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.98"
Driest Month (May) 2.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M2.8 on Jan 23, 2020.

Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 141 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 140 km
Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 97 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 140 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 64 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 141 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 130 km
Oct 23, 2002 0 km WSW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.3 141 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 136 km
Oct 29, 2002 2 km N of Longsight, United Kingdom M3.1 141 km
Jul 5, 2004 5 km WNW of Lund, United Kingdom M3.0 121 km
Jun 26, 1993 5 km WSW of High Bentham, United Kingdom M3.0 84 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 120 km
Oct 22, 2002 1 km WNW of Longsight, United Kingdom M2.9 143 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km N of Longsight, United Kingdom M2.8 140 km
Jan 23, 2020 1 km NW of Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom M2.8 39 km
Oct 25, 2002 2 km NNE of Longsight, United Kingdom M2.6 141 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 60 km
Oct 25, 2002 2 km E of Manchester, United Kingdom M2.5 141 km
Oct 25, 2002 1 km ENE of Manchester, United Kingdom M2.5 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 4.0 in Coldest, Wettest
February 37°F (3°C) 2.8 in
March 40°F (4°C) 3.4 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.6 in
May 48°F (9°C) 2.6 in Driest
June 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.7 in
November 41°F (5°C) 3.8 in
December 39°F (4°C) 3.9 in

Wolsingham has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 37°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.0") and May the driest (2.6").

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26.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 21% below the national average of 33.7%. 46.7% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.7%
21% below United Kingdom avg
High School+46.7%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area937.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone57.4%
Public Transit3.7%
Work from Home23.9%

Schools in Wolsingham

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Wolsingham Primary School — — — —
Wolsingham School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Wolsingham

14 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Dance Revolution — MP3 192 kbps
First radio bounce northeast club dance AAC
Amazing Radio UK electronica, hip hop MP3 128 kbps
NUFC Talk Radio football, soccer MP3 96 kbps
Prince Bishops Hospital Radio — AAC 48 kbps
frisk radio groove northeast groove AAC
Amazing Radio electronica, hip hop MP3 128 kbps
Amazing Radio — MP3 128 kbps
Smooth Tyne & Wear easy listening, newcastle MP3 128 kbps
Frisk radio bounce northeast bounce AAC
Frisk Radio — AAC
Pride Radio (US) iheartradio, pride AAC 24 kbps
Radio Northumberland — MP3 128 kbps
Lionheart Radio community, community radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Wolsingham

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Beamish Museum
Cherryburn - Thomas Bewick Museum
Corstopitum Visitor's Centre
Faith Museum
George Stephenson's Birthplace
Hexham Abbey Museum
Hexham Old Gaol
Path Head Watermill
Railway Museum
The Bishops
The Bowes Museum

Libraries in Wolsingham

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Annfield Plain Library0.0
Barnard Castle Library0.0
Bishop Auckland Library0.0
Blaydon Library0.0
Blaydon Library0.0
Chopwell Library0.0
Consett Library0.0
Corbridge Library0.0
Crawcrook Library0.0
Crook Library0.0
Fitzhugh Library0.0
Hexham Library0.0
Lanchester Library0.0
Langley Park Library0.0
Lobley Hill Library0.0
Lobley Hill Library0.0
Rowlands Gill Library0.0
Ryton Library0.0
Ryton Library0.0
Shildon Library0.0
South Moor Library0.0
Spetchells Centre0.0
Ushaw Library0.0
Willington Library0.0
Wolsingham Library0.0
Woodhouse Close Library0.0
Wylam Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Wolsingham

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Hexham Market
Middleton-In-Teesdale Auction Mart

Restaurants in Wolsingham

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Buon Appetito

Cafes in Wolsingham

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Number 10 Coffee Shop

Train Stations in Wolsingham

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wolsingham

Gas Stations in Wolsingham

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Breweries in Wolsingham

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Firebrick Brewers
George Samuel Brewery
Mithril

Stadiums & Teams in Wolsingham

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Wolsingham

33 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Newcastle International AirportNCLLarge Airport
RAF Leeming—Medium Airport
RAF Spadeadam—Medium Airport
RAF Topcliffe—Medium Airport
Teesside International AirportMMEMedium Airport
Athey's Moor Airfield—Small Airport
Bagby Thirsk Airfield—Small Airport
Baxby-Husthwaite Airfield—Small Airport
Bywell Airfield—Small Airport
Causey Park Airstrip UL—Small Airport
Charlton Mires Airstrip—Small Airport
Croft Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Currock Hill Glider Field—Small Airport
Dishforth Village Airfield—Small Airport
Druridge Bay Airstrip—Small Airport
Eshott Airfield—Small Airport
Ewesley Airstrip—Small Airport
Felixkirk Airstrip—Small Airport
Fishburn Airfield—Small Airport
Greenhills Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
High Flats Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Hutton Grange Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Lartington Moor Airstrip—Small Airport
Loadman Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Park Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Peterlee Airfield—Small Airport
Ravensworth Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Selby House Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Skelling Farm Glider Field—Small Airport
Staindrop Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Thornton Watlass Airstrip UL—Small Airport
Wathstones Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Yorkshire Gliding Club—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Wolsingham

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Blaydon Primary Care Centre
Community Diagnostic Clinic
Peak Health Therapies
Whickham Chiropody & Podiatry
Whickham Chiropractic clinic
Winlaton Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wolsingham

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Mary and St Stephen, Wolsingham
St Thomas
Wolsingham Baptist Church
Wolsingham 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 Wolsingham

What is the population of Wolsingham?

Wolsingham has a population of 2,503 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 937.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Wolsingham expensive to live in?

The median household income is $42,464, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $174,727 (38% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,062 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Wolsingham?

Wolsingham has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches.

How is the job market in Wolsingham?

The unemployment rate in Wolsingham is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $817. There are 228 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Wolsingham?

The median home value in Wolsingham is $174,727. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,062. The homeownership rate is 62.8%.

How are the schools in Wolsingham?

26.7% of adults in Wolsingham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 46.7% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Wolsingham?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Wolsingham is 2.1% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.8% Asian. 97.8% of residents speak only English at home. 5.2% of the population are military veterans. 7.5% of residents have a disability.

Nearby Cities

Tow Law, ENG 2,138 pop · 2.9 mi Crook, ENG 9,498 pop · 5.5 mi Stanhope, ENG 1,602 pop · 5.5 mi Castleside, ENG 4,881 pop · 7.1 mi Willington, ENG 6,633 pop · 7.4 mi Hunwick, ENG 1,248 pop · 7.7 mi High Etherley, ENG 2,119 pop · 7.7 mi Low Etherley, ENG 1,929 pop · 7.7 mi Lanchester, ENG 3,543 pop · 8.4 mi Cockfield, ENG 1,531 pop · 8.6 mi Consett, ENG 29,137 pop · 8.8 mi Evenwood, ENG 1,608 pop · 9.0 mi Bishop Auckland, ENG 26,050 pop · 9.7 mi Langley Park, ENG 4,545 pop · 9.7 mi
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