Bideford, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Bideford is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 18,196. Elevation: 138 ft (42 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 18,196 |
| Population Density | 21 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.0168°, -4.2083° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 40.3 inches (1,024 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Bideford
Bideford is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 18,196. The city sits at an elevation of 138 feet (42 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Bideford
Bideford has an average annual temperature of 11.5°C (53°F). The hottest month is Aug (16.8°C), the coldest is Jan (6.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1359 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.8°F |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Area | 869.2 sq mi (2,251.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 21/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.0168°N, 4.2083°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 | - | 103 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 4.5 in | |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 47°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 4.7 in |
Bideford has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 42°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and May the driest (2.2").
Schools in Bideford
7 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kingsley School | - | - | - | - |
| Bideford College | - | - | - | - |
| East-the-Water Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Buckland Brewer Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Helen's Church of England School | - | - | - | - |
| West Croft School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bideford
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Newquay | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mechanical Music Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Bideford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Braunton and District Museum | ||||
| Burton at Bideford | ||||
| Carriage House | ||||
| Cobbaton Combat Museum | ||||
| Combe Martin Museum | ||||
| Fisherman's Cottage | ||||
| Great Torrington Heritage Museum | ||||
| Hele Cornmill | ||||
| Holsworthy Museum | ||||
| Ilfracombe Museum | ||||
| Mortehoe Museum | ||||
| Mortehoe Museum | ||||
| Museum of Barnstaple & North Devon | ||||
| Museum of British Surfing | ||||
| North Devon Maritime Museum | ||||
| St Anne's Chapel | ||||
| War Horse Valley Country Farm Park |
Libraries in Bideford
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appledore Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bideford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Braunton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Combe Martin Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ilfracombe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| North Devon Library & Record Office | 0.0 | |||||
| Torrington Library & Tourist Information Centre | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bideford
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bideford Pannier Market | |||||
| Pannier Market |
Hotels in Bideford
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bideford
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bideford
17 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Bideford
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Bideford
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bideford
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Bideford
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bideford
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bideford
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Bideford
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Bideford
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Bideford
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clearwater Brewery | ||||
| Clovelly Brewing Company | ||||
| Combe Brewing Company | ||||
| Country Life Brewery | ||||
| FatBelly Brewery | ||||
| GT Ales | ||||
| Honey Wood Orchard | ||||
| Madrigal Brewery & Tap | ||||
| The Buckland Brewers | ||||
| Yelland Manor Brewery |
Airports Near Bideford
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Royal Marines Base Chivenor | - | Medium Airport |
| Swansea Airport | SWS | Medium Airport |
| Belle Vue Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bodmin Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brent Tor Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Brookside Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Eaglescott Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eggesford Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gorrel Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Halwell Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hunsdon Lea Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lundy Island Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Marldon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Old Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pembrey West Wales Airport | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Davidstow Moor | - | Small Airport |
| Rhigos Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Roche Barton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| St Mellion Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tinnel Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Well Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Westacott Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Westover Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bideford
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Abbotsham Post Office | |
| Bideford Post Office | |
| Sentry Corner Post Office | |
| Trafalgar Place Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bideford
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abbotsham Baptist Church | |
| Bethel Free Church | |
| Bideford Baptist Church | |
| High Street Methodist Chapel | |
| Holy Trinity | |
| Lavington United Reform Church | |
| North Road Chapel | |
| St Andrews Church | |
| St Helen's Church | |
| St Mary and St Benedict | |
| St Mary's Church | |
| St Swithun's Church | |
| William Reed Memorial Chapel |
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UFO Sightings Near Bideford
2 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Bideford.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Bideford (uk/england) | 2009 | weird shape of lights low down and quiet flys near river |
| Bideford (uk/england) | 2009 | at around 21:41 this evening i witnessed a bright green sphere object travelling in a southerly direction, it was travelling very fast |
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What is the population of Bideford?
Bideford has a population of 18,196 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 21 people per square mile, spread across 869.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Bideford?
Bideford has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 40.3 inches.
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