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Bridgwater, United Kingdom
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Bridgwater is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 41,276. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 41,276 |
| Population Density | 26 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.1284°, -3.0036° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.3 inches (973 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.3 inches (8 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $46,074 |
| Median Age | 47.0 years |
About Bridgwater
Bridgwater is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 41,276. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Bridgwater vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Bridgwater vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,074 |
| 39% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,074 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $886 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,756 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $354,599 |
| 26% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,152 |
| 1% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 16,510 |
Property Tax
Climate in Bridgwater
Bridgwater has an average annual temperature of 10.8°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (17°C), the coldest is Jan (4.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1053 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.4°F |
| 3% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 219 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 1,596.6 sq mi (4,135.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.1284°N, 3.0036°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 | - | 70 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 4.0 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.5 in | |
| August | 62°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
Bridgwater has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 41°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 37.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.1") and April the driest (2.2").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 26/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1,596.6 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Bridgwater
19 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somerset Bridge Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Polden Bower School | - | - | - | - |
| Northgate Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| The Bridge School Sedgemoor | - | - | - | - |
| Bridgwater College Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Cannington Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St John and St Francis Church School | - | - | - | - |
| Willowdown Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chilton Trinity School | - | - | - | - |
| Robert Blake Science College & Elmwood School | - | - | - | - |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Bridgwater | - | - | - | - |
| Eastover Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hamp Nursery and Infants' School | - | - | - | - |
| Hamp Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Penrose School | - | - | - | - |
| St Mary's Voluntary Controlled Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wembdon St George's Church School | - | - | - | - |
| Haygrove School | - | - | - | - |
| Westover Green Community School and Autism Centre | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bridgwater
20 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOUL RADIO Only Classic Soul | 50s, 60s | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| SWU FM | dnb, drum and bass | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Noods Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Heart Bristol | pop music | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Rage FM | drum and bass, hardcore | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BCfm 93.2 | bristol, rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Nation 60s | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BBC Radio Bristol | bbc, bristol | UNKNOWN | |
| Thornbury Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Sid Valley Radio | local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Wigwam | indie rock | MP3 | |
| Ujima Radio | african music, blues | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CruiseOne Radio | electronic, indie | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Nation Love | - | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| Crystal Love Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Wave Community Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 100% Whatever Westcountry | - | MP3 | |
| 10 Radio 105.3 - Wiveliscombe | community radio, somerset | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Ninesprings | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Abbey104 | - | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in Bridgwater
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishops Lydeard Mill | ||||
| Brick & Tile Museum | ||||
| County Classics Motor Museum | ||||
| Crewkerne Museum | ||||
| Gauge Museum Bishops Lydeard | ||||
| King John's Hunting Lodge;King John's Hunting Lodge (Axbridge Museum) | ||||
| Lambretta Museum | ||||
| Museum of Prehistory | ||||
| Museum of Somerset | ||||
| Nether Stowey Library | ||||
| Perry's Cider Mill | ||||
| Sandford Station Railway Heritage Centre | ||||
| Somerset Cricket Museum | ||||
| Somerset Military Museum | ||||
| The Admiral Blake Museum | ||||
| The Helicopter Museum | ||||
| The Helicopter Museum | ||||
| The Mill House | ||||
| Upottery Airfield Nissen Hut Heritage Centre | ||||
| Webbington Farm | ||||
| Weston Museum | ||||
| Westonzoyland Pumping Station Museum |
Libraries in Bridgwater
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishops Lydeard Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridgwater Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cheddar Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Congresbury Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crewkerne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ilminster Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Langport Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Martock Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nether Stowey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| North Petherton Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Somerset County Council-Highways Depot | 0.0 | |||||
| South Petherton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Taunton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wellington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Weston-super-Mare Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Winscombe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Worle Childrens Centre and Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Bridgwater
9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bridgwater
19 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bridgwater
24 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Bridgwater
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Bridgwater
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Bridgwater
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Bridgwater
5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Bridgwater
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Bridgwater
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Bridgwater
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bridgwater
10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Bridgwater
5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Bridgwater
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Bridgwater
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Bridgwater
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Butcombe Brewery | ||||
| Cheddar Ales | ||||
| Cheddar Ales | ||||
| Quantock Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Bridgwater
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Bridgwater
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warmwell Snowsport Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Bridgwater
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol Airport | BRS | Large Airport |
| Cardiff International Airport | CWL | Large Airport |
| Exeter International Airport | EXT | Medium Airport |
| MOD St Athan | - | Medium Airport |
| RNAS Yeovilton | YEO | Medium Airport |
| Abergavenny Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Avon Lane Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Badminton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bagber Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Batch End Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Branscombe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bristol and Gloucestershire Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Brookside Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Charmy Down Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chase Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clutton Hill Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Curry Rivel Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dunkeswell Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Farway Common Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Garston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Godney Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Great House Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Halesland Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Henstridge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hermitage Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Heywood Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kemeys Commander Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Langport Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Manor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Withial Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower-Durston Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Marldon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Melbury Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Michaelwood Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Middle Chinnock Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Middle Pymore Farm Airstrip (Private) | - | Small Airport |
| Middlegate Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Middlezoy Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| New Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| North Hill Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Norton Malreward Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Old Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Oldbury on Severn Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Orchardleigh Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Over Farm Microlight | - | Small Airport |
| Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rhigos Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bridgwater
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bridgwater Post Office | |
| Cannington Post Office | |
| Dunkery Road Post Office | |
| Hamp Post Office | |
| Parkway Post Office | |
| Taunton Road Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bridgwater
20 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bridgwater Baptist Church | |
| Bridgwater Christian Spiritualist Church | |
| Bridgwater Community Church | |
| Bridgwater Islamic Centre | |
| Bridgwater Methodist Church | |
| Church of St Francis of Assisi | |
| Friarn Chapel | |
| Holy Trinity | |
| Holy Trinity Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs Witness | |
| Salvation Army | |
| St George's Church | |
| St Hugh | |
| St John the Baptist's Church | |
| St Joseph's Church | |
| St Mary's Church | |
| St. Mary's Church | |
| Unitarian Christ Church | |
| URC Cannington | |
| Westfield United Reformed Church |
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What is the population of Bridgwater?
Bridgwater has a population of 41,276 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 26 people per square mile, spread across 1,596.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Bridgwater expensive to live in?
The median household income is $46,074, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $354,599 (26% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,152 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Bridgwater?
Bridgwater has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 38.3 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Bridgwater?
Bridgwater has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $886. There are 3,756 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Bridgwater?
The median home value in Bridgwater is $354,599. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,152. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Bridgwater?
50.0% of adults in Bridgwater hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Bridgwater?
95.4% of residents speak only English at home.