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Chard, United Kingdom
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Chard is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 13,074. Elevation: 387 ft (118 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 13,074 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 387 ft (118 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.8727°, -2.9660° |
| 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 Chard
Chard is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 13,074. The city sits at an elevation of 387 feet (118 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
Chard vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Chard 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) | 1,190 |
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 | 5,230 |
Property Tax
Climate in Chard
Chard 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 | 387 ft (118 m) |
| Area | 1,596.6 sq mi (4,135.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.8727°N, 2.9660°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 | - | 42 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 3.8 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
Chard has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 41°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and April the driest (2.3").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 8/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 Chard
10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Redstart Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Avishayes Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Andrew's CofE Primary Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Buckland St Mary Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Holyrood Academy | - | - | - | - |
| 3 Dimensions | - | - | - | - |
| Chard School | - | - | - | - |
| Tatworth Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Combe St Nicholas Church of England VA Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Manor Court Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Chard
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rage FM | drum and bass, hardcore | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sid Valley Radio | local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Abbey104 | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Ninesprings | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| 10 Radio 105.3 - Wiveliscombe | community radio, somerset | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Somervalley fm | community radio, local station | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 100% Whatever Westcountry | - | MP3 | |
| Wave Community Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Chard
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allhallows Museum | ||||
| Axe Valley Heritage Museum | ||||
| Axminster Museum | ||||
| Beaminster Museum | ||||
| Bishops Lydeard Mill | ||||
| Bridport Museum | ||||
| Chard Museum | ||||
| Colyton Heritage Centre | ||||
| County Classics Motor Museum | ||||
| Crewkerne Museum | ||||
| Dinosaurland Fossil Museum | ||||
| Gauge Museum Bishops Lydeard | ||||
| Lyme Regis Museum | ||||
| Motoring Memories | ||||
| Museum of Somerset | ||||
| Perry's Cider Mill | ||||
| Somerset Cricket Museum | ||||
| Somerset Military Museum | ||||
| The Mill House | ||||
| Town Mill | ||||
| Upottery Airfield Nissen Hut Heritage Centre | ||||
| Westonzoyland Pumping Station Museum |
Libraries in Chard
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaminster Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bishops Lydeard Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridport Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burton Bradstock Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Charmouth library | 0.0 | |||||
| Colyton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crewkerne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Honiton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ilminster Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Langport Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lyme Regis Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Martock Library | 0.0 | |||||
| North Petherton Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Seaton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Somerton Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| South Petherton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Taunton Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chard
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rise Market And Bakery | |||||
| The Customs House |
Hotels in Chard
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chard
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Chard
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Chard
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Chard
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chard
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chard
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Chard
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Chard
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Branscombe Vale Brewery | ||||
| Haye Farm Brewery | ||||
| Lyme Regis Brewery | ||||
| Otter Brewery | ||||
| Palmer's Brewery | ||||
| Quantock Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Chard
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Chard
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warmwell Snowsport Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Chard
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 |
| Avon Lane Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Badminton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bagber Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Batch End Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Branscombe Airfield | - | 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 |
| Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field) | - | 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 |
| Gutchpool Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Halesland Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Halwell Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Henstridge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hermitage Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Heywood Farm 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 |
| 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 |
| Orchardleigh Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| RNAS Merryfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rookery Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| South Wraxall private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stancombe Farm Airstrip (Private) | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Chard
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chard Post Office | |
| Combe St Nicholas Post Office | |
| South Chard Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chard
17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bethel Baptist | |
| Birchwood Mission Church | |
| Chard Baptist Church | |
| Chard Methodist Church | |
| Combe St Nicholas Methodist Church | |
| Good Shepherd | |
| Saint Barnabas Mission Church | |
| South Chard Church | |
| St Andrew | |
| St Andrews | |
| St John the Baptist | |
| St John the Evangelist | |
| St Mary the Virgin | |
| St Mary's | |
| St Michael & All Angels Church | |
| St Nicholas | |
| The Blessed Virgin Mary |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Chard
What is the population of Chard?
Chard has a population of 13,074 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 8 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 Chard 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 Chard?
Chard 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 Chard?
Chard 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 1,190 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Chard?
The median home value in Chard is $354,599. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,152. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Chard?
50.0% of adults in Chard 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 Chard?
95.4% of residents speak only English at home.