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Wookey, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Wookey is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 810. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
810 Population 1/sq mi density
85 ft Elevation 26 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
43.6 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

Population810
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 Units324

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)

Education

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

Community

Population810
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates51.2097°, -2.6923°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation43.6 inches (1,108 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)
Median Household Income$46,074
Median Age47.0 years

About Wookey

Wookey is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 810. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Wookey has a population of 810 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

810
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

Wookey vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Wookey 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 74 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Wookey vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

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)74

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Wookey 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 324 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 Units324

Property Tax

Wookey experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area1,596.6 sq mi (4,135.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates51.2097°N, 2.6923°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.6"
15% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 4.1"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.98"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.20"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

38 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 124 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 91 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 99 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 104 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 141 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 140 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 24 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 116 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 24 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 51 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 67 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 52 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 74 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 48 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 64 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 24 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 127 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 64 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 136 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 98 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 — 82 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 40°F (5°C) 2.7 in
March 43°F (6°C) 3.0 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
August 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.5 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
December 42°F (6°C) 4.0 in Wettest

Wookey has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 36.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.0") and April the driest (2.2").

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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 Wookey

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

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

23 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
SOUL RADIO Only Classic Soul 50s, 60s AAC+ 192 kbps
SWU FM dnb, drum and bass MP3 128 kbps
Dance Classics UK 90s, dance AAC 192 kbps
Noods Radio — MP3 192 kbps
Heart Bristol pop music AAC 48 kbps
HearMe - 1990s pop music 1990s pop music MP3
Rage FM drum and bass, hardcore MP3 128 kbps
BCfm 93.2 bristol, rock MP3 128 kbps
BBC Radio Bristol bbc, bristol UNKNOWN
Crystal Love Radio — MP3 128 kbps
Thornbury Radio — MP3 192 kbps
Radio Wigwam indie rock MP3
Ujima Radio african music, blues MP3 128 kbps
CruiseOne Radio electronic, indie MP3 256 kbps
Abbey104 — MP3 256 kbps
WIDE Radio club, dance MP3
Wave Community Radio — MP3 128 kbps
100% Whatever Westcountry — MP3
Somervalley fm community radio, local station MP3 192 kbps
10 Radio 105.3 - Wiveliscombe community radio, somerset MP3 128 kbps
Alfred community news MP3 160 kbps
Radio Ninesprings — MP3 256 kbps
Radio Wimborne community radio station MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Wookey

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Blagdon Pumping Station & Visitor Centre
Bristol City Museum & Art Gallery
Bristol City Museum & Art Gallery
Bruton Museum
Cave Diving Museum
Clevedon Pier Shop
Clifton Suspension Bridge Visitor Centre
Clifton Suspension Bridge Visitor Centre
Cobham Hall
Collonade
Fleet Air Arm Museum
Georgian House Museum
Georgian House Museum
Glastonbury Abbey
Glastonbury Tribunal
Haynes International Motor Museum
History of Video Games
History of Video Games
Ilchester Museum
King John's Hunting Lodge;King John's Hunting Lodge (Axbridge Museum)
Kingswood Heritage Museum
Kingswood Heritage Museum
KSC
KSC
M Shed
M Shed
Maritime Heritage Museum
Maritime Heritage Museum
Museum of Prehistory
Palestine Museum & Cultural Centre
Palestine Museum & Cultural Centre
Paper Making Museum
Radstock Museum
Roman Villa Museum
Sandford Station Railway Heritage Centre
Somerset Rural Life Museum
SS Great Britain Museum
SS Great Britain Museum
The Helicopter Museum
The Helicopter Museum
The Red Lodge Museum
The Red Lodge Museum
Villa Ventorum
We The Curious
We The Curious
Webbington Farm
Wells Museum

Libraries in Wookey

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Arts & Social Sciences Library0.0
Aston Collection0.0
Aston Collection0.0
Bedminster Library0.0
Bishopsworth Library0.0
Bruton Community Library0.0
Cadbury Heath Libary0.0
Central Library0.0
Cheddar Library0.0
Chemistry Library0.0
Chemistry Library0.0
Chew Valley Library0.0
Clevedon Library0.0
Clifton Library0.0
Congresbury Community Library0.0
Hanham Library0.0
Hartcliffe Library0.0
Keynsham Library0.0
Keynsham Library0.0
Knowle Library0.0
Knowle Library0.0
Langport Library0.0
Library Hub0.0
Marksbury Road Library0.0
Martock Library0.0
Milborne Port Library0.0
Nailsea Library0.0
Queen's Building Library0.0
Queen's Building Library0.0
Radstock Library0.0
Saltford Community Library0.0
Somerton Community Library0.0
Stockwood Library0.0
Street Library0.0
The Hub0.0
Wells Library0.0
Whitchurch Library0.0
Wick Road Library0.0
Wills Memorial Library0.0
Wills Memorial Library0.0
Winscombe Library0.0
Worle Childrens Centre and Library0.0
Xenia0.0
Yatton Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Wookey

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bristol Fruit Market
Saint Nicholas Market
Temple Quay Market
The Covered Market
The Harbourside Market
Tobacco Factory Market
Wells Market [We & Sa]
Whitchurch Car Boot Sale

Hotels in Wookey

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wookey Hole Hotel

Restaurants in Wookey

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Captain Jacks Restaurant
Witch's Kitchen

Cinemas in Wookey

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wookey Hole 4D Cinema

Theatres in Wookey

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Wookey Hole Theatre

Breweries in Wookey

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Alpha Bottle Shop & Tap
Bath Ales
Bath Ales
Bristol Beer Factory
Broadoak Cider
Butcombe Brewery
Cheddar Ales
Cheddar Ales
Clevedon Micro Brewey
Good Chemistry Brewery
Hop Union Brewery
Left Handed Giant Brewery & Taproom
Left Handed Giant Brewpub
Little Martha Brewing
Lost & Grounded Brewers
Moor Beer Company
Newtown Park
Somerset Cider Solutions
Wiper and True Taproom, Old Market

Stadiums & Teams in Wookey

TeamLeagueDivision
Ashton Gate Stadium
Winford

Ski Resorts Near Wookey

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Warmwell Snowsport Centre 0.0 — — $0 — — —
South Wilts Ski Club 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Wookey

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bristol AirportBRSLarge Airport
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
Exeter International AirportEXTMedium Airport
Gloucestershire AirportGLOMedium Airport
MOD St Athan—Medium Airport
RNAS YeoviltonYEOMedium Airport
Abergavenny Airstrip—Small Airport
Aston Down Airfield—Small 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
Bowerchalke Airfield—Small Airport
Bowerswaine Farm Airfield—Small Airport
Bowldown Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Branscombe Airfield—Small Airport
Bristol and Gloucestershire Gliding Club—Small Airport
Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Chalk Pyt Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Charlton Park Airstrip—Small Airport
Charmy Down Airstrip—Small Airport
Chase Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Clutton Hill Airstrip—Small Airport
Colliers Elm Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Compton Abbas Aerodrome—Small Airport
Compton Chamberlayne Airstrip—Small Airport
Cotswold AirportGBASmall Airport
Craysmarsh Airstrip—Small Airport
Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Curry Rivel Airstrip—Small Airport
Deptford 'Farm' Airstrip—Small Airport
Deptford Airstrip—Small Airport
Devizes Airstrip—Small Airport
Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field)—Small Airport
Dunkeswell Airfield—Small Airport
Edington Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Farway Common Airfield—Small Airport
Garston Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Glebe 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
Kemeys Commander Airstrip—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Wookey

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bristol Adult Cystic Fibrosis Centre
Bristol Eye Hospital Assessment Clinic
Bristol Physiotherapy Sports Injury Clinic#
Bupa Health Centre
Core Strength Studios
Granby Clinic
Nuffield Health
Prime Endoscopy Bristol
The Harbourside Therapy Rooms
The Medical

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wookey

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christ Church
St Mary Magdalene
St Matthew, Wookey

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 Wookey

What is the population of Wookey?

Wookey has a population of 810 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 Wookey 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 Wookey?

Wookey has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 43.6 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Wookey?

Wookey 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 74 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Wookey?

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

How are the schools in Wookey?

50.0% of adults in Wookey 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 Wookey?

95.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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