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Bishopston, United Kingdom
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Bishopston is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 3,647. Elevation: 240 ft (73 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 3,647 |
| Population Density | 1,586 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 240 ft (73 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.5775°, -4.0481° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Wales |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.7 inches (1,111 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $46,464 |
| Median Age | 41.3 years |
About Bishopston
Bishopston is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 3,647. The city sits at an elevation of 240 feet (73 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Bishopston vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Bishopston vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,464 |
| 38% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,464 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $894 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.3% |
| 75% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 332 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.0% |
| Public Transit | 3.3% |
| Work from Home | 25.3% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $254,060 |
| 10% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,162 |
| 0% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 62.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 37.4% |
| Housing Units | 1,459 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.7°F |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 240 ft (73 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,586/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.5775°N, 4.0481°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 | - | 140 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (6°C) | 4.7 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 4.8 in |
Bishopston has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 41°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.1") and May the driest (2.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.8% |
| 3% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 51.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 1,586/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.3 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.0% |
| Public Transit | 3.3% |
| Work from Home | 25.3% |
Schools in Bishopston
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cafeteria | - | - | - | - |
| English | - | - | - | - |
| Mayals Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bishopston Comprehensive School | - | - | - | - |
| Newton Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Whitestone Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Oystermouth Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bishopston Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Grange Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Llwynderw | - | - | - | - |
| St David's Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bishopston
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celtica Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| XL:UK Radio | afrobeat, asian urban hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Easy 50s | - | MP3 | |
| RustRadio | metal | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Bishopston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940s Swansea Bay | ||||
| Dylan Thomas Centre | ||||
| Egypt Centre | ||||
| Glynn Vivian Art Gallery | ||||
| Heritage Centre | ||||
| Kidwelly Industrial Museum | ||||
| National Waterfront Museum | ||||
| Oriel Science | ||||
| Parc Howard Museum | ||||
| Swansea Museum | ||||
| Swansea Museum Collections Centre | ||||
| Swansea Museum Tramway Centre |
Libraries in Bishopston
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ammanford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Baglan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Baglan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Briton Ferry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Briton Ferry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brynhyfryd Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burry Port Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Clydach Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Clydach Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gorseinon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gowerton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gowerton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Killay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library and Information Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Library and Information Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Llanelli Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Llywnhendy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Morriston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Morriston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Neath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oystermouth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penlan Community Centre and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pontardawe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School Learning Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| School Learning Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sketty Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Skewen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Skewen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| South Wales Miner's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Thomas Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Thomas Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Swansea Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Swansea Central Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bishopston
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Llanelli Indoor Market | |||||
| Neath Indoor Market | |||||
| Swansea Market |
Hotels in Bishopston
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bishopston
26 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bishopston
18 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Bishopston
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bishopston
3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Bishopston
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Bishopston
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bishopston
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bishopston
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Bishopston
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Bishopston
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bishopston
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiff International Airport | CWL | Large Airport |
| MOD St Athan | - | Medium Airport |
| Royal Marines Base Chivenor | - | Medium Airport |
| Swansea Airport | SWS | Medium Airport |
| Aberporth Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Belle Vue Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bethesda | - | Small Airport |
| Brookside Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coetir Bach Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cruglas Synod Inn Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crymych Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Eaglescott Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eggesford Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Elan Valley Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gorrel Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lundy Island Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Old Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pembrey West Wales Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rhigos Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Westacott Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Westover Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bishopston
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bishopston Post Office | |
| Mumbles Post Office | |
| Murton Village Store & Post Office | |
| West Cross Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Bishopston
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Celtic Therapy & Rehab Services | ||
| Mumbles Clinic | ||
| Mumbles Podiatry | ||
| The Weight Loss Doctor Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bishopston
16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints' Church | |
| Castleton Chapel | |
| Clyne Chapel | |
| Holy Cross | |
| Linden Christian Centre | |
| Mumbles Baptist Church | |
| Mumbles Christadelphian Ecclesia Mount Zion Hall | |
| Mumbles Methodist Church | |
| Murton Methodist Church | |
| Our Lady, Star of the Sea | |
| Oystermouth Chapel | |
| Paraclete | |
| Saint Peter's | |
| St Teilo's | |
| St. Peter's Well | |
| Tabernacle Congregational Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Bishopston?
Bishopston has a population of 3,647 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1,586 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.
Is Bishopston expensive to live in?
The median household income is $46,464, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $254,060 (10% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,162 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Bishopston?
Bishopston has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.7 inches.
How is the job market in Bishopston?
The unemployment rate in Bishopston is 6.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $894. There are 332 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Bishopston?
The median home value in Bishopston is $254,060. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,162. The homeownership rate is 62.6%.
How are the schools in Bishopston?
32.8% of adults in Bishopston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 51.0% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Bishopston?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Bishopston is 4.8% White, 1% Black or African American, 5.4% Asian. 94.5% of residents speak only English at home. 4.1% of the population are military veterans. 7.3% of residents have a disability.