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Brecon, United Kingdom
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Brecon is a small city in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 8,250. Elevation: 446 ft (136 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 8,250 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 446 ft (136 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.9461°, -3.3889° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Wales |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.6 inches (1,489 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $45,604 |
| Median Age | 50.7 years |
About Brecon
Brecon is a small city in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 8,250. The city sits at an elevation of 446 feet (136 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Brecon vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Brecon vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $45,604 |
| 39% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $45,604 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $877 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 751 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 54.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.8% |
| Work from Home | 30.3% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $298,837 |
| 6% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,140 |
| 2% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 67.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.2% |
| Housing Units | 3,300 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.1°F |
| 13% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 230 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 446 ft (136 m) |
| Area | 2,139.3 sq mi (5,540.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.9461°N, 3.3889°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 6.9 in | |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.3 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.5 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 4.3 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 4.8 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 5.8 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 6.5 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
Brecon has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 37°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.9") and July the driest (3.2").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 31.9% |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 48.9% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2,139.3 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 54.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.8% |
| Work from Home | 30.3% |
Schools in Brecon
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ College | - | - | - | - |
| Llanfaes C.P. School | - | - | - | - |
| Brecon High School | - | - | - | - |
| Priory Church In Wales School | - | - | - | - |
| Mount Street Nursery and Infant School | - | - | - | - |
| Mount Street Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Cradoc School | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol y Bannau | - | - | - | - |
| Penmaes School | - | - | - | - |
| Plas Pencelli Outdoor Education Centre | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Brecon
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celtica Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Dance Classics UK | 90s, dance | AAC 192 kbps | |
| Nation 60s | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Nation Love | - | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| Radio Wigwam | indie rock | MP3 |
Museums in Brecon
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birthplace of Joseph Parry | ||||
| Brecon Museum | ||||
| Brynmawr and District Museum | ||||
| Cyfarthfa Castle Museum & Art Gallery | ||||
| Cynon Valley Museum & Gallery | ||||
| Ebbw Vale Works Museum | ||||
| Royal Welsh Regiment Museum | ||||
| Talgarth Mill | ||||
| The Block of Coal | ||||
| Tredegar Medical Aid Society Heritage Centre | ||||
| Tredegar Museum | ||||
| Winding House |
Libraries in Brecon
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdare Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blaina Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brecon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brynmawr Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Builth Wells Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cwm Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Deri Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ebbw Vale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glynneath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hirwaun Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Merthyr Tydfil Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rhymney Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Talgarth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tredegar Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Brecon
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brecon Market | |||||
| Market Hall | |||||
| Talgarth Livestock Market |
Hotels in Brecon
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Brecon
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Brecon
12 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Brecon
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Brecon
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Brecon
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Brecon
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Brecon
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Brecon
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Brecon
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Brecon
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Brecon
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Brecon
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Brecon
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sobremesa |
Stadiums & Teams in Brecon
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Brecon
33 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol Airport | BRS | Large Airport |
| Cardiff International Airport | CWL | Large Airport |
| MOD St Athan | - | Medium Airport |
| Swansea Airport | SWS | Medium Airport |
| Abergavenny Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Allensmore Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Batch End Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broadmeadow Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Byecross Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coetir Bach Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Elan Valley Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Forest Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Godney Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Green Acres Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Halesland Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Hardwicke Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kemeys Commander Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Llangarron Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Midland Glider Club | - | Small Airport |
| New Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Old Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rhigos Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Shobdon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| South Wales Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Talgarth Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Talybont Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Upfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Warren Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Welshpool Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Woonton Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Brecon
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Brecon Post Office | |
| Pendre Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Brecon
18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Brecon Cathedral | |
| Church of Saint Cynidr and Saint Mary | |
| Church of St Brynach | |
| Church of St David | |
| Church of St David | |
| Elim Church Centre | |
| Kensington Baptist Church | |
| Libanus Chapel | |
| Llanfeugan Church | |
| Saint Maelog | |
| Saint Mary's | |
| Saint Peter & Saint Illtyd | |
| St Cynog's Church | |
| St Michael | |
| St. Michael's Catholic Church | |
| Tabernacle United Reformed Church | |
| Watergate Baptist Chapel | |
| Watton Presbyterian |
Quick Facts
🇬🇧 About United Kingdom
Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Brecon
What is the population of Brecon?
Brecon has a population of 8,250 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 2,139.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.
Is Brecon expensive to live in?
The median household income is $45,604, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $298,837 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,140 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Brecon?
Brecon 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 59°F in July. The area receives 230 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.6 inches.
How is the job market in Brecon?
Brecon has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $877. There are 751 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Brecon?
The median home value in Brecon is $298,837. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,140. The homeownership rate is 67.9%.
How are the schools in Brecon?
31.9% of adults in Brecon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 48.9% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Brecon?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Brecon is 2.7% White, 1.1% Asian. 97.9% of residents speak only English at home. 5.1% of the population are military veterans. 5.9% of residents have a disability.