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Bellême, France
Normandy · France
Bellême is a small town in Normandy, France with a population of 1,803. Elevation: 722 ft (220 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Bellême
Bellême is a commune in the Orne department in northwestern France. It is classed as a Petites Cités de Caractère. The musicologist Guillaume André Villoteau (1759–1839) was born in Bellême, as was Aristide Boucicaut (1810–1877), owner of Le Bon Marché, the world's first department store. This town is possibly the origin of the English and French surname Bellamy.
People
Economy
CHousing
AClimate
| Population | 1,803 |
| Population Density | 2,732 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 722 ft (220 m) |
| Coordinates | 48.3733°, 0.5701° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Normandy |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.2 inches (691 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $22,399 |
About Bellême
Bellême is a small town in France (Normandy) with a population of 1,803. The city sits at an elevation of 722 feet (220 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Income: Bellême vs France
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $22,399 |
| 70% below France avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.7% |
| 169% above France avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.1% |
| 99% below France avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 108 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $95,200 |
| 66% below France avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $476 |
| 59% below France avg | |
| Rent Burden | 25.0% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 721 |
Property Tax
Climate in Bellême
Bellême has an average annual temperature of 11.3°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.8°C), the coldest is Jan (4.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 746 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.5°F |
| 6% below France avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| Sunny Days | 287 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 722 ft (220 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,732/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 48.3733°N, 0.5701°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 60°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | |
| August | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
Bellême has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 39°F in January to 64°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.7") and August the driest (1.9").
Schools in Bellême
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École primaire privée Saint-Michel | - | - | - | - |
| École primaire publique | - | - | - | - |
| Collège Roger Martin du Gard | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bellême
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| France Bleu Maine | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Pistache La Radio | adult contemporary, pop | AAC+ 320 kbps | |
| Radio Pulse | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| ABC Dance | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Kolectiv' | radio associative | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Bellême
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Écomusée du Perche | ||||
| Écomusée la grange | ||||
| L’Inzolite | ||||
| Les Muséales de Tourouvre-au-Perche | ||||
| Musée Alain | ||||
| Porte Saint-Julien | ||||
| Simca Passion |
Libraries in Bellême
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Cinema mediatheque | 0.0 | |||||
| Le Passage | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque - Ludothèque Jean d'Ormesson | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque des Collines du Perche Normand | 0.0 | |||||
| Pôle lecture de Bonnétable | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bellême
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché au Cadrant (bétail) | |||||
| Place de l'hôtel de ville Jackie Legault | |||||
| Place de la République | |||||
| Place des Tilleuls | |||||
| Place notre dame |
Hotels in Bellême
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bellême
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Bellême
4 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Bellême
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Bellême
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bellême
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bellême
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Bellême
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Bellême
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Bellême
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brasserie du Perche | ||||
| Mage Malte |
Stadiums & Teams in Bellême
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bellême
26 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Évreux-Fauville (BA 105) Air Base | EVX | Medium Airport |
| Le Mans-Arnage Airport | LME | Medium Airport |
| Aérodrome de Monhoudou | - | Small Airport |
| Alençon-Valframbert Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Argentan Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Assé le Riboul Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| BELLEME St Germain de la Coudr Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bernay-Saint-Martin Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Blois Le Breuil Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Champ-Romet Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Champrond Le Petit Bois Landry Ultralight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chauvigny du Perche Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Commerveil Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Falaise-Mont d'Eraines Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fontaine Simon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Frepelle Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| L'Aigle-Saint-Michel Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| La Flèche-Thorée-les-Pins Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Le Buternay Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Loulappe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Mortagne-au-Perche Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Piacé Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pierre Wadier Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-André-de-l'Eure Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Pierre-de-Chevillé Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sougé Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bellême
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bellême |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bellême
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapelle Saint-Santin | |
| Église Notre-Dame | |
| Église Saint-Germain | |
| Église Saint-Remi | |
| Église Saint-Sauveur de Bellême |
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What is the population of Bellême?
Bellême has a population of 1,803 residents and is located in France. The population density is 2,732 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles.
Is Bellême expensive to live in?
The median household income is $22,399, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $95,200 (66% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $476 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Bellême?
Bellême has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.2 inches.
How is the job market in Bellême?
The job market in Bellême faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.7% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. There are 108 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Bellême?
The median home value in Bellême is $95,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $476.