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Chagford, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Chagford is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,020. Elevation: 574 ft (175 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,020 Population 87/sq mi density
574 ft Elevation 175 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
47.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,070 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$49,070 median income, 3.5% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$394,080 home value, $1,227/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,020
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density87/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,070
Per Capita$49,070
Unemployment3.5%

Housing

C
Home Value$394,080
Rent$1,227
Ownership71.7%
Housing Units408

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation574 ft (175 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.1%
High School+50.8%

Community

Population1,020
Population Density87 / sq mi
Elevation574 ft (175 m)
Coordinates50.6750°, -3.8394°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation47.6 inches (1,208 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,070
Median Age51.6 years

About Chagford

Chagford is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,020. The city sits at an elevation of 574 feet (175 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Chagford has a population of 1,020 with a density of 87 people per square mile, spread across 11.7 square miles. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. The city is predominantly White (2.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.3% of residents. 7.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 5.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,020
Total Population
87
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above United Kingdom avg
11.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.3%
25% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 1.7%

Social Characteristics

Chagford vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Chagford is $49,070, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,070 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $944, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 93 business establishments. 31.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Chagford vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$49,070
35% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,070
Avg Weekly Wage$944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)93

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.9%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home31.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Chagford is $394,080, 40% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,227 (6% above the national average of $1,163). 71.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 408 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$394,080
40% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,227
6% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.7%
Owner-Occupied71.7%
Renter-Occupied28.3%
Housing Units408

Property Tax

Chagford experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 574 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Geography

Elevation574 ft (175 m)
Area11.7 sq mi (30.3 km²)
Population Density87/sq mi
Coordinates50.6750°N, 3.8394°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.6"
25% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.63"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.72"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 131 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 117 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 80 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 69 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 76 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 76 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 75 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 77 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 121 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 107 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 112 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 134 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 37 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 76 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 121 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 34 km
May 19, 2019 7 km ESE of Swanage, United Kingdom M3.0 140 km
Jan 28, 2002 1 km S of Abercarn, United Kingdom M3.0 117 km
Sep 5, 1999 15 km WSW of Salcombe, United Kingdom M2.9 56 km
Aug 17, 1992 1 km E of Machen, United Kingdom M2.9 114 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 62 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 5.5 in
February 40°F (4°C) 4.1 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 3.8 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.0 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.8 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.9 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.7 in Warmest, Driest
August 60°F (15°C) 3.3 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.8 in
October 51°F (10°C) 4.8 in
November 45°F (7°C) 5.2 in
December 42°F (6°C) 5.6 in Wettest

Chagford has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 40°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (2.7").

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34.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% above the national average of 33.7%. 50.8% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.1%
1% above United Kingdom avg
High School+50.8%
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density87/sq mi
Total Area11.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.9%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home31.4%

Schools in Chagford

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Chagford Church of England Primary School
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Radio Stations near Chagford

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BBC Radio Devon UNKNOWN
Ocean City Radio various MP3 192 kbps
Mechanical Music Radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Drake UK hip hop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Drake hip hop MP3 128 kbps
Soundart Radio diy, experimental MP3 128 kbps
Torbay Hospital Radio MP3 128 kbps
Hospital Radio Plymouth AAC 128 kbps
Phonic FM alternative, community MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Chagford

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ashburton Museum
Bovey Tracey Heritage Centre
Church House
Crediton Museum
Dartmoor Prison Museum
Finch Foundry (NT)
History Box
Kelly Mine
Monastic Way Exhibition
Motor Museum
Museum Of Dartmoor Life
Newton Abbot Museum
Pengelly Trust Museum
Rora House
Site of Old Torbay Aircraft Museum
South Devon Railway Museum
St. Lawrence Chapel
The Arthur Westlake Museum
The Timehouse
The Valliant Soldier Museum & Heritage Centre
Totnes Fashions and Textiles Museum
Totnes Museum
Tuckers Maltings
War Horse Valley Country Farm Park

Libraries in Chagford

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ashburton Library0.0
Bovey Tracey Library0.0
Bovey Tracey Library0.0
Bowring Library0.0
Buckfastleigh Library0.0
Chagford Library0.0
Chudleigh Library0.0
Crediton Library0.0
Kingsteignton Library0.0
Newton Abbot Library0.0
Okehampton Library0.0
Old Library0.0
Princetown Public Library0.0
Totnes Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Chagford

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farm Shop
Newton Abbot Indoor Market
Town Square

Hotels in Chagford

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gidleigh Park
Globe Inn
Mill End Hotel
The Three Crowns Hotel
Thornworthy House Hotel

Restaurants in Chagford

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

22 Mill St
Whiddons

Cafes in Chagford

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Birdcage
The Café at Castle Drogo
The Old Forge Caffe and Restaurant

Castles in Chagford

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Castle Drogo
Gidleigh Castle

Veterinaries in Chagford

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Okeford Veterinary Centre

Bus Stations in Chagford

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #491251046

Banks in Chagford

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lloyds Bank

Breweries in Chagford

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Barnaby's Brewhouse
Black Tor Brewery
Dartmoor Brewery
Gray's Devon Cider
Hunters Brewery
New Lion Brewery And Taproom
Sandford Orchards
Taw Valley Brewery
Teignworthy Brewery
The Devil's Pleasure
Utopian Brewing Company
Yarde Cider

Stadiums & Teams in Chagford

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Chagford

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
Exeter International AirportEXTMedium Airport
MOD St AthanMedium Airport
Royal Marines Base ChivenorMedium Airport
Belle Vue AirfieldSmall Airport
Bolt Head AirfieldSmall Airport
Branscombe AirfieldSmall Airport
Brent Tor Glider FieldSmall Airport
Brookside Farm Private AirstripSmall Airport
Dunkeswell AirfieldSmall Airport
Eaglescott AirfieldSmall Airport
Eggesford AirfieldSmall Airport
Farway Common AirfieldSmall Airport
Glebe Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Gorrel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Halwell AirstripSmall Airport
Heywood Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hunsdon Lea AirstripSmall Airport
Marldon AirstripSmall Airport
North Hill Glider FieldSmall Airport
St Mellion AirstripSmall Airport
Stoodleigh Barton Private AirstripSmall Airport
Tinnel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Watchford Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Well Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Westacott Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Westover Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Chagford

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Chagford Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Chagford

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Castle Drogo Chapel
Holy Trinity
Providence Methodist Chapel
St Michael's Church

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 Chagford

What is the population of Chagford?

Chagford has a population of 1,020 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 87 people per square mile, spread across 11.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Chagford expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,070, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $394,080 (40% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,227 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Chagford?

Chagford has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches.

How is the job market in Chagford?

Chagford has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $944. There are 93 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Chagford?

The median home value in Chagford is $394,080. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,227. The homeownership rate is 71.7%.

How are the schools in Chagford?

34.1% of adults in Chagford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 50.8% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Chagford?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Chagford is 2.6% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.8% Asian. 98.3% of residents speak only English at home. 7.3% of the population are military veterans. 5.3% of residents have a disability.

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