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Barry, United Kingdom
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Barry is a mid-size city in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 54,673. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
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| Population | 54,673 |
| Population Density | 76 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.3998°, -3.2838° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Wales |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.6 inches (1,768 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.0 inches (15 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $49,093 |
| Median Age | 44.2 years |
About Barry
Barry is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 54,673. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Barry vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Barry vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,093 |
| 35% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $49,093 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $944 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 33% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,975 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 50.2% |
| Public Transit | 3.9% |
| Work from Home | 34.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $364,799 |
| 29% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,227 |
| 6% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 72.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 27.9% |
| Housing Units | 21,869 |
Property Tax
Climate in Barry
Barry has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 989 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 224 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 82 ft (25 m) |
| Area | 716.1 sq mi (1,854.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 76/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.3998°N, 3.2838°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | — | 102 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 4.2 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | |
| August | 62°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 4.2 in |
Barry has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 41°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 40.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.5") and April the driest (2.2").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 37.3% |
| 11% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 53.9% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 76/sq mi |
| Total Area | 716.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 50.2% |
| Public Transit | 3.9% |
| Work from Home | 34.0% |
Colleges & Universities in Barry
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora Foxes | College | — | Visit → |
Schools in Barry
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gladstone Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ysgol Sant Baruc | — | — | — | — |
| Oakfield Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ysgol Gwaun Y Nant | — | — | — | — |
| Romilly Community Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Whitmore High School | — | — | — | — |
| Jenner Park Primary | — | — | — | — |
| St Helen's Catholic Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| All Saints C.I.W. Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Colcot Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Ysgol Sant Curig | — | — | — | — |
| Cadoxton Community Primary | — | — | — | — |
| Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Morgannwg | — | — | — | — |
| High Street Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Barry Island Primary | — | — | — | — |
| St Helen's Catholic Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Holton Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Barry
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celtica Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Dance Classics UK | 90s, dance | AAC 192 kbps | |
| Rage FM | drum and bass, hardcore | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Nation 60s | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 100% Whatever Westcountry | — | MP3 | |
| Wave Community Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Nation Love | — | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| Radio Wigwam | indie rock | MP3 |
Museums in Barry
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abernodwydd Farmhouse | ||||
| Blaenwaun Post Office | ||||
| Blaenwaun Post Office | ||||
| Bryn Eryr (Iron Age Roundhouses) | ||||
| Bryn Eryr (Iron Age Roundhouses) | ||||
| Cae Adda Cowhouse | ||||
| Cae Adda Cowhouse | ||||
| Cardiff Story Museum | ||||
| Cardiff Story Museum | ||||
| Cider Making Display | ||||
| Cider Making Display | ||||
| Cilewent Farmhouse | ||||
| Clogmaker’s Workshop | ||||
| Coach House | ||||
| Coach House | ||||
| Cockpit | ||||
| Cockpit | ||||
| Cosmeston Medieval Village | ||||
| Cosmeston Medieval Village | ||||
| Cowbridge & District Museum | ||||
| Cross Inn Tailor's Shop | ||||
| Cross Inn Tailor's Shop | ||||
| Derwen Bakehouse | ||||
| Derwen Bakehouse | ||||
| Derwen Bakehouse Shop | ||||
| Derwen Bakehouse Shop | ||||
| Enamel House | ||||
| Enamel House | ||||
| Esgair Moel Woollen Mill | ||||
| Esgair Moel Woollen Mill | ||||
| Ewenny Kiln | ||||
| Firing Line: Cardiff Castle Museum of the Welsh Soldier | ||||
| Firing Line: Cardiff Castle Museum of the Welsh Soldier | ||||
| Fishing Exhibition | ||||
| Fishing Exhibition | ||||
| Gauge Museum Blue Anchor | ||||
| Georgetown Baking Oven | ||||
| Georgetown Baking Oven | ||||
| Gwalia Stores | ||||
| Gwalia Stores | ||||
| Gweithdy Galleries and Workshop | ||||
| Gweithdy Galleries and Workshop | ||||
| Hendre'r-ywydd Uchaf (farmhouse) | ||||
| Hendre'r-ywydd Uchaf (farmhouse) | ||||
| Kennixton | ||||
| Kennixton | ||||
| Llainfadyn Cottage | ||||
| Llainfadyn Cottage | ||||
| Llawr-Y-Glyn Smithy | ||||
| Llwyn-yr-eos | ||||
| Llwyn-yr-eos Farmhouse | ||||
| Llys Llywelyn (Medieval Court) | ||||
| Llys Llywelyn (Medieval Court) | ||||
| Maentwrog Hayshed | ||||
| Maentwrog Hayshed | ||||
| Maestir School | ||||
| Melin Bompren Corn Mill | ||||
| Melin Bompren Corn Mill | ||||
| Minehead Museum | ||||
| Moss-Vernon's Portrait Studio | ||||
| Moss-Vernon's Portrait Studio | ||||
| Museum of Welsh Cricket | ||||
| Museum of Welsh Cricket | ||||
| nantgarw China Works Museum | ||||
| Nantwallter Cottage | ||||
| National Museum Cardiff | ||||
| Nether Stowey Library | ||||
| Oakdale Workmen's Institute | ||||
| Oakdale Workmen's Institute | ||||
| Paul Kirner's Music Palace | ||||
| Penrhiw Chapel | ||||
| Penrhiw Chapel | ||||
| Pigsty | ||||
| Pigsty | ||||
| Pontypridd Museum | ||||
| Prefab | ||||
| Rhaeadr Tannery | ||||
| Rhaeadr Tannery | ||||
| Rhondda Heritage Park | ||||
| Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1805 House) | ||||
| Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1805 House) | ||||
| Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1855 House) | ||||
| Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1855 House) | ||||
| Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1895 House) | ||||
| Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1895 House) | ||||
| Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1925 House) | ||||
| Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1925 House) | ||||
| Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1955 House) | ||||
| Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1955 House) | ||||
| Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1985 House) | ||||
| Rhyd-y-car Terrace (1985 House) | ||||
| Saddlers Workshop | ||||
| Saddlers Workshop | ||||
| Saint Teilo's Church | ||||
| Saint Teilo's Church | ||||
| South Wales Aviation Musuem | ||||
| St Fagans Museum Visitor Centre | ||||
| St Fagans Museum Visitor Centre | ||||
| Stryd Lydan Barn | ||||
| Stryd Lydan Barn | ||||
| Techniquest | ||||
| Techniquest | ||||
| The Boat House | ||||
| The Boat House | ||||
| The Bus Depot Barry | ||||
| The Radio Museum | ||||
| Tollhouse | ||||
| Tollhouse | ||||
| University of South Wales Art Collection Museum | ||||
| Urinal | ||||
| Urinal | ||||
| Vulcan Hotel | ||||
| Vulcan Hotel | ||||
| Wartime Shelters | ||||
| Wartime Shelters | ||||
| Watchet Boat Museum | ||||
| Watchet Museum |
Libraries in Barry
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abercarn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Abertridwr Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beddau and Tynant Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bedwas Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Caerphilly Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cancer Research Wales Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Canton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Canton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Capel i Bawb | 0.0 | |||||
| Capel i Bawb | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardiff Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardiff Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cathays Branch and Heritage Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cathays Branch and Heritage Library | 0.0 | |||||
| County Library Barry | 0.0 | |||||
| Cowbridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cyncoed Campus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cyncoed Campus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dinas Powys Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dinas Powys Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ely & Caerau Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Ely & Caerau Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Fairwater Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Fairwater Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Llanedeyrn Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Llanedeyrn Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Llanedeyrn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Llanedeyrn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Llantrisant Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Llantwit Major Heath Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Llantwit Major Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Machen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Minehead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Minehead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nether Stowey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penarth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penylan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penylan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pontyclun Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pontypridd Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Porth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Radyr Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Radyr Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Rhiwbina Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Rhiwbina Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Rhoose Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rhydypennau Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Risca Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rogerstone Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rumney Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Splott Library (Old) | 0.0 | |||||
| St Athan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| STAR Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| STAR Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Sully & Lavernock Community Library Trust | 0.0 | |||||
| The Cochrane Building | 0.0 | |||||
| Tonypandy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Trelai Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Trevithick Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Trevithick Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Watchet Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Williton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ystrad Mynach Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Barry
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arthur Llewellyn Jenkins | |||||
| Market House | |||||
| Pontypridd Indoor Market | |||||
| Pontypridd Indoor Market | |||||
| Roath Farmers Market | |||||
| Roath Farmers Market |
Hotels in Barry
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Barry
29 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Barry
42 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Barry
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Barry
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Barry
2 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Barry
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Barry
7 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Barry
4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Barry
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Barry
3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Barry
8 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Barry
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Barry
6 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Barry
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Barry
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bragdy Twt Lol | ||||
| Mad Dog Brewery Co. | ||||
| Mad Dog Brewery Co. |
Stadiums & Teams in Barry
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiff Arms Park | ||
| Cardiff City Stadium | ||
| Cardiff International Sports Stadium | ||
| Cardiff Wales Stadium | ||
| National Indoor Athletics Centre | ||
| Principality Stadium |
Airports Near Barry
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol Airport | BRS | Large Airport |
| Cardiff International Airport | CWL | Large Airport |
| Exeter International Airport | EXT | Medium Airport |
| MOD St Athan | — | Medium Airport |
| RNAS Yeovilton | YEO | Medium Airport |
| Abergavenny Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Allensmore Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Batch End Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Branscombe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Broadmeadow Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Brookside Farm Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Byecross Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Curry Rivel Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Dunkeswell Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Eaglescott Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Eggesford Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Farway Common Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Godney Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Halesland Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Hardwicke Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Heywood Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kemeys Commander Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lane Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Langport Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Llangarron Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lower Withial Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lower-Durston 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 |
| Old Park Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Oldbury on Severn Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Park Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Phocle Green Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Rhigos Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| RNAS Merryfield | — | Small Airport |
| South Wales Gliding Club | — | Small Airport |
| Spence Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Stancombe Farm Airstrip (Private) | — | Small Airport |
| Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Talgarth Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Tracy Island Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Upfield Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Barry
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Barry Road Post Office | |
| King Square Post Office | |
| Park Crescent Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Barry
3 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Ashcroft House | ||
| Foxes Roost | ||
| Recovery Cymru |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Barry
19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints' (Church in Wales) | |
| Barry National Spiritualist Church & Centre | |
| Barry Uniting Church | |
| Bethel Baptist Church | |
| Cemetery chapel | |
| closed church of St John with St Baruc | |
| Coastlands Family Church | |
| Eglwys Annibynnol Gymraeg Y Barri | |
| Holy Trinity Presbyterian Church | |
| Hope Church | |
| Merthyr Dyfan (Church in Wales) | |
| New Jerusalem Congregational Church | |
| Parkside Christian Centre | |
| Princes Street Evangelical Baptist Church | |
| Saint David's Methodist Church | |
| Saint Helen's Roman Catholic Church | |
| Salem Baptist Church | |
| St Cadoc's (Church in Wales) | |
| St Mary's (Church in Wales) |
Quick Facts
Things to See Near Barry
63 places within 15 km
- • Blackfriars Friary
- • Caerau Hillfort
- • Cardiff Castle and Roman Fort
- • Dinas Powys Hillfort
- • Ely Roman Villa
- + 7 more
- • Pebble Beach
- • The Bendricks
- • Watch House Beach
- • Bishop's Palace
- • Boverton Castle
- • Cardiff Castle
- • East Orchard Castle
- • Fonmon Castle
- + 3 more
- • Lavernock Fort
- • BayArt
- • Canfas Gallery
- • Cardiff M.A.D.E
- • Celf Gallery
- • Oriel Makers Gallery
- + 1 more
- • Monkstone Lighthouse
- • Flat Holm
- • Steep Holm
- • Abbey
- • Castle Rock Battery
- • Cottage Ruin
- • Cwm Ciddy Sawmill
- • Dinas Powys Castle
- + 19 more
- • Breaksea Point
- • Calf Rock
- • Hide
- • Rudder Rock
- • Stout Point
- • Welsh Hawking Centre
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Frequently Asked Questions About Barry
What is the population of Barry?
Barry has a population of 54,673 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 76 people per square mile, spread across 716.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.8% female and 48.2% male.
Is Barry expensive to live in?
The median household income is $49,093, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $364,799 (29% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,227 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Barry?
Barry has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.6 inches, with 6.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Barry?
Barry has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $944. There are 4,975 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Barry?
The median home value in Barry is $364,799. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,227. The homeownership rate is 72.1%.
How are the schools in Barry?
37.3% of adults in Barry hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 53.9% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Barry?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Barry is 2.6% White, 1% Black or African American, 2.5% Asian. 97.5% of residents speak only English at home. 5.5% of the population are military veterans. 6.0% of residents have a disability.