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Cardigan, United Kingdom

Wales · United Kingdom

Cardigan is a small city in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 5,301. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
5,301 Population 1,062/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
43.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$42,290 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$42,290 median income, 5.8% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$291,827 home value, $1,057/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population5,301
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density1,062/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,290
Per Capita$42,290
Unemployment5.8%

Housing

C+
Home Value$291,827
Rent$1,057
Ownership68.9%
Housing Units2,120

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Sunny Days258/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.3%
High School+56.5%

Community

Population5,301
Population Density1,062 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates52.0837°, -4.6623°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation43.2 inches (1,097 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$42,290
Median Age47.2 years

About Cardigan

Cardigan is a small city in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 5,301. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Cardigan has a population of 5,301 with a density of 1,062 people per square mile, spread across 499.4 square miles. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. The city is predominantly White (4.2%), with 2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.9% of residents. 4.1% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 6.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

5,301
Total Population
1,062
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above United Kingdom avg
499.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.9%
23% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 3.1%

Social Characteristics

Cardigan vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Cardigan is $42,290, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,290. The average weekly wage is $813, 43% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 482 business establishments. 31.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cardigan vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$42,290
44% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$42,290
Avg Weekly Wage$813

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)482

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.1%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home31.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Cardigan is $291,827, 4% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,057 (9% below the national average of $1,163). 68.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,120 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$291,827
4% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,057
9% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.9%
Owner-Occupied68.9%
Renter-Occupied31.1%
Housing Units2,120

Property Tax

Climate in Cardigan

Cardigan has an average annual temperature of 10.1°C (50°F). The hottest month is Aug (15.4°C), the coldest is Jan (5.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 925 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.6°C / 42°F 3.7° / 7.4° 87.1
Feb 5.6°C / 42°F 3.6° / 7.7° 67.3
Mar 6.8°C / 44°F 4.4° / 9.3° 54.0
Apr 8.6°C / 47°F 5.8° / 11.5° 55.3
May 11.1°C / 52°F 8.2° / 14.1° 55.2
Jun 13.6°C / 56°F 10.7° / 16.4° 64.0
Jul 15.3°C / 60°F 12.5° / 18.1° 64.5
Aug 15.4°C / 60°F 12.7° / 18.1° 76.0
Sep 13.9°C / 57°F 11.2° / 16.6° 65.4
Oct 11.2°C / 52°F 9.1° / 13.4° 112.8
Nov 8.4°C / 47°F 6.5° / 10.3° 116.5
Dec 6.2°C / 43°F 4.4° / 8° 106.7
Cardigan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 258 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days258 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area499.4 sq mi (1,293.4 km²)
Population Density1,062/sq mi
Coordinates52.0837°N, 4.6623°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.2"
14% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.88"
Driest Month (May) 2.52"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

30 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 M4.7 117 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 82 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 68 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 87 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 121 km
May 29, 2013 14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom M3.8 89 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 142 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 123 km
Jul 29, 1992 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.5 121 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 101 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 106 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 116 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 123 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 108 km
Feb 10, 1994 2 km NNE of Tregarth, United Kingdom M3.3 132 km
Sep 1, 1999 4 km SSW of Llanfairfechan, United Kingdom M3.3 134 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 102 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 110 km
Sep 17, 1993 3 km S of Leominster, United Kingdom M3.2 131 km
May 26, 2015 6 km WSW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.0 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 4.5 in
February 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in Coldest
March 44°F (6°C) 3.4 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.6 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.5 in Driest
June 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
August 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in Warmest
September 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
October 52°F (11°C) 4.6 in
November 47°F (8°C) 4.9 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 4.7 in

Cardigan has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 41°F in February to 59°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.9") and May the driest (2.5").

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35.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 5% above the national average of 33.7%. 56.5% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.3%
5% above United Kingdom avg
High School+56.5%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,062/sq mi
Total Area499.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.1%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home31.6%

Schools in Cardigan

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cardigan Primary School - - - -
Cardigan Secondary School - - - -
St Dogmaels Community School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Cardigan

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Pure West Radio local radio, pop MP3 256 kbps
RustRadio metal MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Cardigan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cardi Bach Heritage Centre
Castle Green House
Internal Fire - Museum of Power
Penrhos Cottage
Tom Mathias Museum

Libraries in Cardigan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Cardigan Library0.0
Crymych Library0.0
Newcastle Emlyn Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Cardigan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Beulah Car Boot
Cardigan Guildhall Market
Community Market

Hotels in Cardigan

6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Angel Hotel
Black Lion Hotel
Gwbert Hotel
Red Lion Inn
The Cliff Hotel & Spa
The Teifi Waterside Hotel

Restaurants in Cardigan

13 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

1176
Abdul's Tandoori Spice
Cardigan Arms Fish & Chip Bar
Crwst
Fisherman's Rest
Fusion Bar and Restaurant
Happy City Chinese Restaurant
La Fontana
Pendre Café
Priory Café
Shampan Indian Restaurant
Webley Bar Restaurant
Yr Hen Printworks

Cafes in Cardigan

17 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Belotti's
C&D Courtyard Cafe
Cardigan Fried Chicken
Castle Cafe
Coffee#1
Crowes
Crwst Poppit Sands
Depot
Finch Square Cafe
Food For Thought
Glasshouse Café
Melfed
Pavilion Cafe
Pizzatipi
Station Road Cafe
Stiwdio 3
Tesco Café

Cinemas in Cardigan

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Theatr Mwldan

Castles in Cardigan

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cardigan Castle

Clinics in Cardigan

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cardigan Integrated Care Centre
Cardigan Oxygen Therapy Centre
Cariad Chiropractic
Teifi Foot Clinic

Dentists in Cardigan

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

mydentist

Veterinaries in Cardigan

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Priory Vets
Priory Vets, Farm Animal and Equine

Bus Stations in Cardigan

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Finch's Square, Cardigan

Gas Stations in Cardigan

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #773949962
GB #8004834377
Tesco Fuel

Banks in Cardigan

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barclays
HSBC UK
Lloyds Bank
Principality
Save Easy Credit Union

Shopping Malls in Cardigan

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Canolfan Teifi Shopping Centre

Gyms in Cardigan

6 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aqua Serena
Felinganol Woodland Retreat
OxFitness
Sheila Williams Mi.Trainer
Teifi Leisure Centre
Yoga Hall

Golf Courses in Cardigan

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cardigan Golf Club
Cliff Hotel Golf Course

Breweries in Cardigan

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bluestone Brewing Co.
Mantle Brewery
Nag's Head Brewery

Airports Near Cardigan

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Haverfordwest AirportHAWMedium Airport
Swansea AirportSWSMedium Airport
Aberporth Airport-Small Airport
Bethesda-Small Airport
Coetir Bach Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Cruglas Synod Inn Airstrip-Small Airport
Crymych Airstrip-Small Airport
Llanbedr Airfield-Small Airport
Pembrey West Wales Airport-Small Airport
Rosemarket Airstrip-Small Airport
Talybont Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Cardigan

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Cardigan Post Office
St Dogmaels Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cardigan

19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bethania Baptist Chapel
Blaencefn Chapel
Blaenwaun Baptist Chapel
Capel Degwel
Capel Mair
Capel Tabernacl
Cardigan Islamic Centre
Gerazim Baptist Chapel
Glanrhyd Chapel
Holy Cross Church
Mount Zion Baptist Church
New Life Church
New Mill Full Gospel Church
Our Lady of the Taper
Siloam Chapel
St Mary's
St Nicholas'
St Pedrog
St Thomas' Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Cardigan

What is the population of Cardigan?

Cardigan has a population of 5,301 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1,062 people per square mile, spread across 499.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Cardigan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $42,290, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $291,827 (4% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,057 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Cardigan?

Cardigan 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 59°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.2 inches.

How is the job market in Cardigan?

The unemployment rate in Cardigan is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $813. There are 482 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Cardigan?

The median home value in Cardigan is $291,827. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,057. The homeownership rate is 68.9%.

How are the schools in Cardigan?

35.3% of adults in Cardigan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 56.5% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Cardigan?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cardigan is 4.2% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 2% Asian. 96.9% of residents speak only English at home. 4.1% of the population are military veterans. 6.1% of residents have a disability.

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