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Callington, United Kingdom
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Callington is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 5,786. Elevation: 528 ft (161 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
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About Callington
Callington is a town and civil parish in east Cornwall, England. It lies about 7 miles (11 km) north of Saltash and 9 miles (14 km) south of Launceston. The parish had a population of 5,983 in 2021.
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| Population | 5,786 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 528 ft (161 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.5015°, -4.3131° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.6 inches (1,082 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $44,453 |
| Median Age | 47.6 years |
About Callington
Callington is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 5,786. The city sits at an elevation of 528 feet (161 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Callington vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Callington vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,453 |
| 41% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $44,453 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $855 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 527 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.1% |
| Public Transit | 1.9% |
| Work from Home | 24.7% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $368,220 |
| 31% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,111 |
| 4% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 67.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.6% |
| Housing Units | 2,314 |
Property Tax
Climate in Callington
Callington has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1005 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.0°F |
| 7% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 259 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 528 ft (161 m) |
| Area | 3,058.0 sq mi (7,920.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.5015°N, 4.3131°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 | — | 93 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 4.8 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
Callington has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.1") and July the driest (2.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.6% |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 49.4% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3,058.0 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.1% |
| Public Transit | 1.9% |
| Work from Home | 24.7% |
Schools in Callington
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Callington Community College | — | — | — | — |
| Callington Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Callington
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBC Radio Devon | — | UNKNOWN | |
| Ocean City Radio | various | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Newquay | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Drake UK | hip hop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Drake | hip hop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Callington
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Callington Heritage Centre | ||||
| Cotehele Quay Discovery Centre | ||||
| Devonport Naval Heritage Centre | ||||
| H. Elliott | ||||
| Lawrence House Museum | ||||
| Liskeard and District Museum | ||||
| Mayflower Museum | ||||
| Minions Heritage Centre | ||||
| Mt Edgcumbe Railway & Model Society | ||||
| Old Guild Hall | ||||
| Plym Valley Railway | ||||
| Polperro Heritage Museum of Smuggling & Fishing | ||||
| Polperro Model Village & Land of Legend | ||||
| Saltash Heritage Museum | ||||
| Tavistock Museum | ||||
| The Box | ||||
| The Box (St Luke's) |
Libraries in Callington
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Charles Seale-Hayne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crownhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Devonport (St Aubyn) Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Efford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ernesettle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ernesettle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Estover Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Estover Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Launceston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| liskeard Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Looe Library & Community Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Peverell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Plymouth Proprietary Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Plymstock Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Plymstock School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Saltash Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Budeaux Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tavistock Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Torpoint Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tothill Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Callington
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth City Market | |||||
| Tavistock Livestock Market | |||||
| Tavistock Pannier Market | |||||
| The Clipper | |||||
| The House That Jack Built | |||||
| The Plot |
Hotels in Callington
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Callington
5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Callington
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Callington
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Callington
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bere Brewery | ||||
| Cornish Orchards | ||||
| Firebrand Brewing & Taproom | ||||
| Heathen Soul Brewery | ||||
| Roam Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Roam Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Stannary Brewing Company & Taproom | ||||
| Steel Brew Co & Taproom | ||||
| Steel Brew Co & Taproom | ||||
| Summerskills Brewery | ||||
| Summerskills Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Callington
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Callington
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cornwall Airport Newquay | NQY | Medium Airport |
| Royal Marines Base Chivenor | — | Medium Airport |
| Belle Vue Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bodmin Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bolt Head Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Brent Tor Glider Field | — | 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 |
| RAF Davidstow Moor | — | Small Airport |
| Roche Barton Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| St Mellion 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 Callington
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Callington Post Office | |
| Harrowbarrow Post Office | |
| Kellybray Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Callington
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Endeavour Centre |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Callington
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bealbury Methodist Church | |
| Callington Methodist Church | |
| Church of Our Lady of Victories | |
| Frogwell Chapel | |
| St Mary's Church | |
| The Mustard Seed |
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What is the population of Callington?
Callington has a population of 5,786 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 3,058.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.
Is Callington expensive to live in?
The median household income is $44,453, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $368,220 (31% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,111 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Callington?
Callington 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 60°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.6 inches.
How is the job market in Callington?
Callington has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $855. There are 527 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Callington?
The median home value in Callington is $368,220. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,111. The homeownership rate is 67.4%.
How are the schools in Callington?
30.6% of adults in Callington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.4% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Callington?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Callington is 3.7% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.9% Asian. 97.6% of residents speak only English at home. 6.3% of the population are military veterans. 6.2% of residents have a disability.