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Blaenau-Ffestiniog, United Kingdom

Wales · United Kingdom

Blaenau-Ffestiniog is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 4,005. Elevation: 758 ft (231 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
4,005 Population 577/sq mi density
758 ft Elevation 231 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
57.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$41,742 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$41,742 median income, 5.7% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$252,165 home value, $1,044/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population4,005
Median Age45.1 yrs
Density577/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,742
Per Capita$41,742
Unemployment5.7%

Housing

B
Home Value$252,165
Rent$1,044
Ownership65.7%
Housing Units1,602

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain57.2 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation758 ft (231 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.5%
High School+53.3%

Community

Population4,005
Population Density577 / sq mi
Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Coordinates52.9946°, -3.9370°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation57.2 inches (1,452 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$41,742
Median Age45.1 years

About Blaenau-Ffestiniog

Blaenau-Ffestiniog is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 4,005. The city sits at an elevation of 758 feet (231 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Blaenau-Ffestiniog has a population of 4,005 with a density of 577 people per square mile, spread across 6.9 square miles. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (2.9%), with 2.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.2% of residents. 4.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 5.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

4,005
Total Population
577
People / sq mi
45.1yrs
Median Age
16% above United Kingdom avg
6.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.2%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.8%

Social Characteristics

Blaenau-Ffestiniog vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Blaenau-Ffestiniog is $41,742, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,742. The average weekly wage is $803, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 364 business establishments. 23.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Blaenau-Ffestiniog vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$41,742
44% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$41,742
Avg Weekly Wage$803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)364

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.6%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home23.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Blaenau-Ffestiniog is $252,165, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,044 (10% below the national average of $1,163). 65.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,602 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$252,165
11% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,044
10% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.7%
Owner-Occupied65.7%
Renter-Occupied34.3%
Housing Units1,602

Property Tax

Blaenau-Ffestiniog experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 758 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Geography

Elevation758 ft (231 m)
Area6.9 sq mi (18.0 km²)
Population Density577/sq mi
Coordinates52.9946°N, 3.9370°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.2"
50% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 6.54"
Driest Month (May) 3.23"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

42 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 28, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 131 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 99 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 132 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 126 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 142 km
May 29, 2013 14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom M3.8 54 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 129 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 82 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 31 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 140 km
Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 144 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 89 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 64 km
Jul 29, 1992 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.5 36 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 131 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 142 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 144 km
Sep 1, 1999 4 km SSW of Llanfairfechan, United Kingdom M3.3 26 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 91 km
Feb 10, 1994 2 km NNE of Tregarth, United Kingdom M3.3 26 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 5.8 in
February 38°F (3°C) 4.3 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 5.1 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.5 in
May 49°F (10°C) 3.2 in Driest
June 54°F (12°C) 3.6 in
July 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 4.4 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.9 in
October 49°F (9°C) 5.9 in
November 43°F (6°C) 6.5 in Wettest
December 40°F (4°C) 6.3 in

Blaenau-Ffestiniog has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 38°F in February to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.5") and May the driest (3.2").

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34.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 53.3% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.5%
2% above United Kingdom avg
High School+53.3%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density577/sq mi
Total Area6.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.6%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home23.7%

Schools in Blaenau-Ffestiniog

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ysgol Y Manod
Ysgol Maenofferen
Ysgol Latymer
Ysgol Y Moelwyn
Ysgol Gynradd Tanygrisiau
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Radio Stations near Blaenau-Ffestiniog

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hits hull & East York pop music MP3 128 kbps
Radio Bronglais MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Blaenau-Ffestiniog

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Conwy Valley Railway Museum
Dolgarrog Railway Society
Heritage Centre
Lasynys Fawr
Llechwedd Slate Caverns
Old Quarry Hospital
Penrhyn Castle
Penrhyn Castle Railway Museum
Porthmadog Maritime Museum
Storiel
Thomas Telford Centre
Trefriw Woollen Mill
Tŷ Mawr Wybrnant Museum
Welsh Slate Museum
Yr Ysgwrn
Yr Ysgwrn

Libraries in Blaenau-Ffestiniog

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bangor Library0.0
Bethesda Library0.0
Blaenau Ffestiniog Library0.0
Deiniol Library0.0
Deiniolen Library0.0
Harlech Youth and Community Centre0.0
Llanrwst Library0.0
Menai Bridge Library0.0
Penrhyndeudraeth Library0.0
Porthmadog library0.0

Farmers Markets in Blaenau-Ffestiniog

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cattle Market

Hotels in Blaenau-Ffestiniog

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Commercial Hotel
Ty Gorsaf

Restaurants in Blaenau-Ffestiniog

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

DeNiro's Licensed Café
Isallt Guest House
Quarryman Bar & Grill
Tan-y-Graig Restaurant

Cafes in Blaenau-Ffestiniog

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caffi Bont / The Bridge Cafe
Caffi Gwynant
Lakeside Cafe
Pethau Blasus
Siop A Ty Coffi Antur Stiniog
Y Pafiliwn

Castles in Blaenau-Ffestiniog

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dolwyddelan Castle
Tomen Castell

Theme Parks in Blaenau-Ffestiniog

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ZipWorld Llechwedd

Clinics in Blaenau-Ffestiniog

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Health Visitors and School Nurses

Train Stations in Blaenau-Ffestiniog

4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blaenau Ffestiniog
Blaenau Ffestiniog
Roman Bridge
Tanygrisiau

Gyms in Blaenau-Ffestiniog

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Canolfen Hamdden Bro Ffestiniog

Breweries in Blaenau-Ffestiniog

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Purple Moose Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Blaenau-Ffestiniog

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Blaenau-Ffestiniog

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Anglesey AirportVLYMedium Airport
Bryngwyn Bach AirfieldSmall Airport
Cae Mawr Tyddyn HenSmall Airport
Caernarfon AirportSmall Airport
Dinas Farm Private AirstripSmall Airport
Elan Valley AirstripSmall Airport
Llanbedr AirfieldSmall Airport
Lleweni Parc Glyndwr Soaring ClubSmall Airport
Nantclwyd AirstripSmall Airport
North Wales Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Pencraig AirstripSmall Airport
RAF MonaSmall Airport
Rhedyn Coch Farm AirstripSmall Airport
RhoshirwaunSmall Airport
Talybont AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Blaenau-Ffestiniog

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Hyfrydfa
Jerusalem Independent Chapel
Saint David's Church
St Mary Magdalene
The Church of All Saints of Wales

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Blaenau-Ffestiniog

What is the population of Blaenau-Ffestiniog?

Blaenau-Ffestiniog has a population of 4,005 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 577 people per square mile, spread across 6.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Blaenau-Ffestiniog expensive to live in?

The median household income is $41,742, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $252,165 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,044 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Blaenau-Ffestiniog?

Blaenau-Ffestiniog has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.2 inches.

How is the job market in Blaenau-Ffestiniog?

The unemployment rate in Blaenau-Ffestiniog is 5.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $803. There are 364 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Blaenau-Ffestiniog?

The median home value in Blaenau-Ffestiniog is $252,165. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,044. The homeownership rate is 65.7%.

How are the schools in Blaenau-Ffestiniog?

34.5% of adults in Blaenau-Ffestiniog hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 53.3% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Blaenau-Ffestiniog?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Blaenau-Ffestiniog is 2.9% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 2.1% Asian. 97.2% of residents speak only English at home. 4.3% of the population are military veterans. 5.2% of residents have a disability.

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