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Bideford, United Kingdom
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Bideford is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 28,672. Elevation: 138 ft (42 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
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| Population | 28,672 |
| Population Density | 33 / 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) |
| Median Household Income | $43,720 |
| Median Age | 51.3 years |
About Bideford
Bideford is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 28,672. 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.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Bideford vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Bideford vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $43,720 |
| 42% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $43,720 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $841 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,609 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.5% |
| Public Transit | 2.2% |
| Work from Home | 25.9% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $348,938 |
| 24% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,093 |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 70.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 29.6% |
| Housing Units | 11,469 |
Property Tax
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) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 138 ft (42 m) |
| Area | 869.2 sq mi (2,251.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 33/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").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 26.2% |
| 22% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 43.8% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Total Area | 869.2 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.5% |
| Public Transit | 2.2% |
| Work from Home | 25.9% |
Schools in Bideford
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 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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What is the population of Bideford?
Bideford has a population of 28,672 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 869.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.
Is Bideford expensive to live in?
The median household income is $43,720, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $348,938 (24% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,093 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
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. The area receives 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.3 inches.
How is the job market in Bideford?
Bideford has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $841. There are 2,609 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Bideford?
The median home value in Bideford is $348,938. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,093. The homeownership rate is 70.4%.
How are the schools in Bideford?
26.2% of adults in Bideford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.8% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Bideford?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Bideford is 1.9% White, 0.6% Asian. 98.7% of residents speak only English at home. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 6.0% of residents have a disability.