Briton Ferry, United Kingdom

Wales · United Kingdom

Briton Ferry is a small city in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 5,878. Elevation: 82 ft (25 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

5,878 Population 1,946/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
47.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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People

Population5,878
Density1,946/mi²
Veterans4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Population5,878
Population Density1,946 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates51.6311°, -3.8190°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation47.6 inches (1,208 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Briton Ferry

Briton Ferry is a small city in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 5,878. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Climate in Briton Ferry

Briton Ferry has an average annual temperature of 11.3°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (17°C), the coldest is Jan (6.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1269 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 6.1°C / 43°F 1° / 11.4° 106.3
Feb 7.1°C / 45°F 1.3° / 12° 132.0
Mar 7.5°C / 45°F 1.9° / 13.8° 106.6
Apr 9.1°C / 48°F 2.4° / 16.2° 61.8
May 12.1°C / 54°F 5.9° / 19° 70.7
Jun 14.9°C / 59°F 8.7° / 22.9° 76.5
Jul 16.6°C / 62°F 11.3° / 24.1° 81.5
Aug 17°C / 63°F 11.7° / 24° 81.3
Sep 15.5°C / 60°F 9.6° / 22.6° 104.8
Oct 12.7°C / 55°F 7.6° / 17.6° 163.0
Nov 9.5°C / 49°F 3.2° / 14.8° 126.2
Dec 7.5°C / 46°F 1.6° / 12.5° 158.7
Briton Ferry experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density1,946/sq mi
Coordinates51.6311°N, 3.8190°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.6"
25% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.43"
Driest Month (May) 2.76"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

31 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 95 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 30 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 11 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 38 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 93 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 148 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 84 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 84 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 47 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 105 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 40 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 43 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 49 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 52 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 83 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 84 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 86 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 43 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 130 km
Sep 17, 1993 3 km S of Leominster, United Kingdom M3.2 97 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 - 138 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 5.2 in
February 40°F (5°C) 3.6 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in Driest
June 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in
September 57°F (14°C) 4.2 in
October 51°F (11°C) 4.8 in
November 46°F (8°C) 5.4 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 5.3 in

Briton Ferry has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.4") and May the driest (2.8").

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Schools in Briton Ferry

8 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Crymlyn Primary School - - - -
Baglan Primary School - - - -
Blaenbaglan Primary School - - - -
Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Dur - - - -
Ynysmaerdy Primary School - - - -
Long Stone School - - - -
Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Tyle'r Ynn - - - -
Ysgol Bae Baglan - - - -
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Radio Stations near Briton Ferry

6 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
Nation 60s - MP3 128 kbps
Nation Love - AAC+ 47 kbps
RustRadio metal MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Briton Ferry

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
1940s Swansea Bay
Aberdulais Falls Visitor Centre
Afan Forest Mining museum
Cefn Coed Colliery Museum
Cefn Junction
Dylan Thomas Centre
Egypt Centre
Glynn Vivian Art Gallery
National Waterfront Museum
Oriel Science
Porthcawl Museum
Swansea Museum
Swansea Museum Collections Centre
Swansea Museum Tramway Centre

Libraries in Briton Ferry

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aberkenfig Library0.0
Ammanford Library0.0
Baglan Library0.0
Baglan Library0.0
Bay Library0.0
Briton Ferry Library0.0
Briton Ferry Library0.0
Brynhyfryd Library0.0
Clydach Library0.0
Clydach Library0.0
Cwmafan Library0.0
Glynneath Library0.0
Gorseinon Library0.0
Gowerton Library0.0
Gowerton Library0.0
Killay Library0.0
Law Library0.0
Library and Information Centre0.0
Library and Information Centre0.0
Morriston Library0.0
Morriston Library0.0
Neath Library0.0
Neath Port Talbot Library and Information Services0.0
Oystermouth Library0.0
Penlan Community Centre and Library0.0
Pontardawe Library0.0
Porthcawl Library0.0
Pyle Library0.0
Resolven Library0.0
School Learning Hub0.0
School Learning Hub0.0
School Library0.0
School Library0.0
Seven Sisters Community Centre0.0
Sketty Library0.0
Skewen Library0.0
Skewen Library0.0
South Wales Miner's Library0.0
St Thomas Library0.0
St Thomas Library0.0
Swansea Central Library0.0
Swansea Central Library0.0
Taibach Community Library0.0
Ystradgynlais Public Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Briton Ferry

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Neath Indoor Market
Swansea Market

Hotels in Briton Ferry

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Holiday Inn
Premier Inn
The Towers

Restaurants in Briton Ferry

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Baglan Fish Bar Restaurant
Bagle Brook
Harvester
Tyn Y Twr Tavern

Cafes in Briton Ferry

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coffeeopolis

Train Stations in Briton Ferry

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Baglan
Briton Ferry

Gas Stations in Briton Ferry

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Shell
Texaco

Golf Courses in Briton Ferry

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Earlswood Golf Course
Earlswood Golf Course

Stadiums & Teams in Briton Ferry

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Briton Ferry

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
MOD St Athan-Medium Airport
Royal Marines Base Chivenor-Medium Airport
Swansea AirportSWSMedium Airport
Aberporth Airport-Small Airport
Belle Vue Airfield-Small Airport
Brookside Farm Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Coetir Bach Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Cruglas Synod Inn Airstrip-Small Airport
Eaglescott Airfield-Small Airport
Elan Valley Airstrip-Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Gorrel Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Green Acres Airstrip-Small Airport
Heywood Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lane Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Old Park Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Pembrey West Wales Airport-Small Airport
Rhigos Airstrip-Small Airport
Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Talgarth Glider Field-Small Airport
Watchford Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Briton Ferry

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Briton Ferry Post Office
Ynysymaerdy Post Office

Treatment Centers in Briton Ferry

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Mental Health Matters Wales
Mumbles Clinic
Mumbles Podiatry
The Weight Loss Doctor Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Briton Ferry

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of St.Clement of Rome
Gilgal Christian Fellowship
Jersey Marine Methodists Church
Jerusalem Baptist Church
Our Lady of the Assumption
Rehoboth
Saint Mary's Church
Salem
Sandfields Methodist Church
St. Baglan
St. Catherine's
The Christian Centre
Y Graig

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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What is the population of Briton Ferry?

Briton Ferry has a population of 5,878 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1,946 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles.

What is the weather like in Briton Ferry?

Briton Ferry has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches.

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