Braunton, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Braunton is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 8,203. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

8,203 Population 17/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
43.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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People

Population8,203
Density17/mi²
Veterans5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population8,203
Population Density17 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates51.1085°, -4.1613°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation43.4 inches (1,102 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Braunton

Braunton is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 8,203. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Braunton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area483.8 sq mi (1,252.9 km²)
Population Density17/sq mi
Coordinates51.1085°N, 4.1613°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.4"
14% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.08"
Driest Month (May) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

29 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 92 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 72 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 28 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 39 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 83 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 83 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 128 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 56 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 91 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 83 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 104 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 91 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 83 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 52 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 149 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 93 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 85 km
Jun 17, 1999 7 km NNE of Ross on Wye, United Kingdom M3.0 149 km
Jan 28, 2002 1 km S of Abercarn, United Kingdom M3.0 92 km
Sep 5, 1999 15 km WSW of Salcombe, United Kingdom M2.9 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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 - 106 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 4.8 in
February 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 3.3 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.6 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in Driest
June 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
October 52°F (11°C) 4.5 in
November 47°F (8°C) 5.1 in Wettest
December 44°F (6°C) 5.0 in

Braunton has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 41°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.1") and May the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Braunton

5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Caen Community Primary School - - - -
Kingsacre Primary School - - - -
Southmead School - - - -
Braunton Academy - - - -
Forest School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Braunton

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Newquay - MP3 128 kbps
Mechanical Music Radio - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Braunton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual 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
Ilfracombe Museum
Mortehoe Museum
Mortehoe Museum
Museum of Barnstaple & North Devon
Museum of British Surfing
North Devon Maritime Museum
St Anne's Chapel

Libraries in Braunton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Appledore Library0.0
Bideford Library0.0
Braunton Library0.0
Combe Martin Library0.0
Ilfracombe Library0.0
North Devon Library & Record Office0.0
Torrington Library & Tourist Information Centre0.0

Farmers Markets in Braunton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bideford Pannier Market
Pannier Market

Restaurants in Braunton

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Meraki Pizza Co
Squires
Surma Tandoori
The Riverside

Cafes in Braunton

6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Braunton Burrows
Heart Break Hotel Coffee
Quay Cafe
Saunton Road Studios
The Worx
Wild Thyme

Dentists in Braunton

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Caen Dental Practice

Gas Stations in Braunton

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso
Knowle Garage
Murco Chivenor Service Station
Murco Oasis Service Station

Breweries in Braunton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
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 Braunton

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Exeter International AirportEXTMedium Airport
MOD St Athan-Medium Airport
Royal Marines Base Chivenor-Medium Airport
Swansea AirportSWSMedium Airport
Belle Vue Airfield-Small Airport
Bethesda-Small Airport
Bodmin Airfield-Small Airport
Brent Tor Glider Field-Small Airport
Brookside Farm Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Coetir Bach Farm 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 Braunton

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Knowle Post Office
Post Office
Wrafton Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Braunton

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Braunton Pentecostal Church
Christ Church
RMB Church
South Street Church
South Street Church
St Augustine's
St Brannock's Church
St Brannock's Well Church

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 Braunton

What is the population of Braunton?

Braunton has a population of 8,203 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 17 people per square mile, spread across 483.8 square miles.

What is the weather like in Braunton?

Braunton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches.

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