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Bangor, United Kingdom
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Bangor is a small city in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 18,322. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
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About Bangor
Bangor railway station serves the city of Bangor in Gwynedd, North West Wales. it is operated by Transport for Wales. The station, which is 24+3⁄4 miles (40 km) east of Holyhead, is the last mainland station on the North Wales Coast line between Crewe and Holyhead. It is the busiest in terms of passenger numbers in North Wales, as it serves the community around Caernarfon and further west. It is close to the Snowdonia National Park and Bangor University, and has an interchange with bus services to the various towns and villages of north-west Gwynedd and Anglesey.
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| Population | 18,322 |
| Population Density | 7,329 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.2275°, -4.1294° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Wales |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.0 inches (1,142 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $41,742 |
| Median Age | 45.1 years |
About Bangor
Bangor is a small city in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 18,322. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Bangor vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Bangor vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $41,742 |
| 44% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $41,742 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $803 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.7% |
| 58% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,667 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.6% |
| Public Transit | 2.9% |
| Work from Home | 23.7% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $252,165 |
| 11% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,044 |
| 10% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 34.3% |
| Housing Units | 7,329 |
Property Tax
Climate in Bangor
Bangor has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (15.9°C), the coldest is Feb (6.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 856 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.0°F |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 254 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 250.4 sq mi (648.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 7,329/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.2275°N, 4.1294°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 4.5 in | |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 5.0 in |
Bangor has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 40°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.4") and May the driest (2.5").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 34.5% |
| 2% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 53.3% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 7,329/sq mi |
| Total Area | 250.4 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.6% |
| Public Transit | 2.9% |
| Work from Home | 23.7% |
Colleges & Universities in Bangor
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bangor University, Treborth Site | University | — | — |
| Coleg Menai | College | — | — |
| Coleg Menai | College | — | — |
| Ysgol Glanaethwy | College | — | — |
Schools in Bangor
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gynradd Hirael | — | — | — | — |
| Ysgol Glanadda | — | — | — | — |
| Our Lady's School | — | — | — | — |
| Ysgol Babanod Coed Mawr | — | — | — | — |
| Ysgol Glancegin | — | — | — | — |
| St Gerards School Trust | — | — | — | — |
| Llandegai Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Hillgrove School | — | — | — | — |
| Ysgol Llandegfan | — | — | — | — |
| Ysgol Tryfan | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Bangor
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hits hull & East York | pop music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Bronglais | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Bangor
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anglesey Model Village | ||||
| Anglesey Transport Museum - Tacla Taid | ||||
| Beaumaris Gaol | ||||
| Cae’r Gors | ||||
| Caernarfon Airworld Museum | ||||
| Llechwedd Slate Caverns | ||||
| Old Quarry Hospital | ||||
| Penmaenmawr Historical Society & Museum | ||||
| Penrhyn Castle | ||||
| Penrhyn Castle Railway Museum | ||||
| Royal Welch Fusiliers Museum | ||||
| Segontium Visitor Centre | ||||
| Stone Science | ||||
| Storiel | ||||
| Thomas Telford Centre | ||||
| Waterloo Cavalry Museum | ||||
| Welsh Slate Museum |
Libraries in Bangor
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlwch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bangor Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beaumaris Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bethesda Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blaenau Ffestiniog Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Caernarfon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Deiniol Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Deiniolen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Llanfairfechan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Llyfrgell Llangefni | 0.0 | |||||
| Menai Bridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penmaenmawr Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penygroes Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bangor
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llangefni Market | |||||
| Llangefni Market | |||||
| Market Square Shopping Centre |
Hotels in Bangor
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bangor
13 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bangor
18 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Bangor
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Bangor
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bangor
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Bangor
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Bangor
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bangor
3 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bangor
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bangor
6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Bangor
2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Bangor
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bangor
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bangor
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Anglesey Airport | VLY | Medium Airport |
| Cae Mawr Tyddyn Hen | — | Small Airport |
| Caernarfon Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dinas Farm Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Llanbedr Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lleweni Parc Glyndwr Soaring Club | — | Small Airport |
| Pencraig Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| RAF Mona | — | Small Airport |
| Rhoshirwaun | — | Small Airport |
| Talybont Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bangor
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bangor Post Office | |
| Maesgeirchen Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bangor
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Assemblies of God Bangor Pentecostal Church | |
| Bangor Cathedral | |
| Bangor Quaker Meeting House | |
| Barachia | |
| Capel Berea Newydd | |
| Capel y Fynnon | |
| Eglwys y Groes | |
| Our Lady and Saint James | |
| Penrallt Baptist Church | |
| Penuel Chapel | |
| St Tegai, Llandegai | |
| St. John's Methodist Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Bangor
What is the population of Bangor?
Bangor has a population of 18,322 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 7,329 people per square mile, spread across 250.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.
Is Bangor expensive to live in?
The median household income is $41,742, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $252,165 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,044 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Bangor?
Bangor has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.0 inches.
How is the job market in Bangor?
The unemployment rate in Bangor is 5.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $803. There are 1,667 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Bangor?
The median home value in Bangor is $252,165. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,044. The homeownership rate is 65.7%.
How are the schools in Bangor?
34.5% of adults in Bangor hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 53.3% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Bangor?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Bangor is 2.9% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 2.1% Asian. 97.2% of residents speak only English at home. 4.3% of the population are military veterans. 5.2% of residents have a disability.