Congleton, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Congleton is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 28,488. Elevation: 295 ft (90 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

28,488 Population 45/sq mi density
295 ft Elevation 90 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
30.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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People

Population28,488
Density45/mi²
Veterans3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain30.7 in/yr
Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Population28,488
Population Density45 / sq mi
Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Coordinates53.1631°, -2.2125°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation30.7 inches (779 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Congleton

Congleton is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 28,488. The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet (90 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Climate in Congleton

Congleton has an average annual temperature of 10.3°C (51°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.7°C), the coldest is Jan (4.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 832 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.8°C / 41°F 2.3° / 7.2° 67.2
Feb 5.3°C / 42°F 2.4° / 8.2° 61.6
Mar 7°C / 45°F 3.7° / 10.4° 51.3
Apr 9°C / 48°F 5° / 12.9° 60.5
May 12.2°C / 54°F 7.8° / 16.5° 59.1
Jun 14.6°C / 58°F 10.6° / 18.6° 62.6
Jul 16.7°C / 62°F 12.6° / 20.8° 59.6
Aug 16.4°C / 62°F 12.5° / 20.3° 73.1
Sep 13.9°C / 57°F 10.1° / 17.7° 71.4
Oct 10.6°C / 51°F 7.4° / 13.7° 95.1
Nov 7.4°C / 45°F 4.8° / 10.1° 86.0
Dec 5.2°C / 41°F 2.8° / 7.6° 84.1
Congleton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 295 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Geography

Elevation295 ft (90 m)
Area638.7 sq mi (1,654.2 km²)
Population Density45/sq mi
Coordinates53.1631°N, 2.2125°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.7"
19% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.07"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

54 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 28, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 72 km
Feb 27, 2008 1 km NNE of Market Rasen, United Kingdom M4.8 128 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 108 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 35 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 97 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 106 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 36 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 110 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 111 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 56 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 37 km
Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 124 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 133 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 42 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 118 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 70 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 104 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 111 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 35 km
Jul 29, 1992 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.5 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.8 in Coldest
February 38°F (4°C) 2.1 in Driest
March 42°F (5°C) 2.4 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in
June 56°F (14°C) 2.6 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.8 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.1 in Wettest
December 40°F (4°C) 2.9 in

Congleton has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 38°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Congleton

11 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Congleton Childrens Centre - - - -
Buglawton Primary School - - - -
Congleton High School - - - -
Black Firs Primary School - - - -
The Quinta Primary School - - - -
Marlfields Primary School - - - -
Mossley CofE Primary School - - - -
Saint Mary's Catholic Primary School - - - -
Daven Primary School - - - -
Astbury St Mary's CofE Primary School - - - -
Aidenswood School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Congleton

42 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
HearMe 2010s pop music - MP3
Bolton FM community, local MP3 128 kbps
Radio Northwich local information, local music MP3 128 kbps
Capital FM Manchester manchester, pop AAC 48 kbps
6 Towns Radio adult contemporary, classic hits MP3
HearMe - 2020s Pop Music 2020s pop music MP3
OSTM Radio alternative, alternative rock MP3
ALL FM 96.9 community, community radio AAC+
Radio X Manchester - AAC 48 kbps
Tameside Radio adult contemporary, community radio MP3 128 kbps
KFM Radio (US) - MP3 128 kbps
CROP Radio community radio, music MP3 128 kbps
The Richie Allen Show - MP3
High Peak 1 - MP3 192 kbps
Reform Radio music, variety MP3 192 kbps
The Thread 102.8FM community radio MP3 128 kbps
Heart North West 105.4 hot adult contemporary AAC 48 kbps
Blue Sky Radio classic hits, hot adult contemporary MP3 256 kbps
Taiyabah Masjid islamic, masjid MP3 128 kbps
Giants of Jazz Radio classic jazz, jazz MP3 192 kbps
Bounce Nation Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Drystone Radio - MP3
Gaydio - MP3 320 kbps
Jingle Ark Jingle Jukebox - MP3
Radio Leyland - MP3 128 kbps
OC Radio chart, dance AAC 192 kbps
Radio Alty - MP3 192 kbps
OSN Radio Plus - MP3 128 kbps
Psychedelic Secret radio - MP3 128 kbps
The Buzz Mcr - MP3 128 kbps
KFM Radio multi MP3 128 kbps
LABR Love a Brother Radio 80s, chillout MP3 320 kbps
Radio General (Warrington Hospital Radio) - MP3 128 kbps
Panacea Radio funk, groove MP3
Silk 106.9 classic hits, hot adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
Moorlands Radio - MP3 128 kbps
HearMe - top pop top pop music MP3
The Dove adult contemporary AAC
Access Radio 64K music, pop MP3 128 kbps
RocknationFmuk blues, classic rock MP3 128 kbps
Vibe 1 classic hits, hits MP3 128 kbps
Hearme - 80s rock 80d rock, 80’s rock MP3

Museums in Congleton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Anson Museum
Apedale Heritage Centre
Apedale Heritage Centre
Avro Heritage Museum
Bollington Discovery Centre
Brampton Museum
Brampton Museum
Brindley Mill
Cheddleton Flint Mill
Congleton Museum
Crewe Heritage Centre
Didsbury Parsonage Trust
Didsbury Parsonage Trust
Englesea Brook Museum of Methodism
Etruria Industrial Museum
Etruria Industrial Museum
Etruria Industrial Museum
Etruria Industrial Museum
Ford Green Hall
Ford Green Hall
Foxfield Steam Railway
Foxfield Steam Railway
Geological Gallery at Biddulph Grange Garden
Gladstone Pottery Museum
Gladstone Pottery Museum
Gladstone Pottery Museum
Gladstone Pottery Museum
Hat Works
Hat Works
Knutsford Heritage Centre
Macclesfield Silk Museum
Middleport Pottery
Middleport Pottery
Mining Museum
New Mills Heritage Centre
Paradise Mill
Potteries Museum and Art Gallery
Potteries Museum and Art Gallery
Raven Mason Collection
Raven Mason Collection
Spode Museum Trust Heritage Centre
Spode Museum Trust Heritage Centre
Stockport Air Raid Shelters
Stockport Air Raid Shelters
Stockport Museum
Stockport Museum
The Dudson Museum
The Dudson Museum
V&A Wedgwood Collection
V&A Wedgwood Collection
West Park Museum

Libraries in Congleton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alderley Edge Library0.0
Alsager Library0.0
Altrincham Library0.0
Audley Library0.0
Bentilee Library0.0
Bentilee Library0.0
Biddulph Library0.0
Bollington Library0.0
Bramhall Library0.0
Brooklands Library0.0
Cheadle Hulme Library0.0
Cheadle Library0.0
Cheadle Library0.0
City Central Library0.0
Clayton Library0.0
Congleton Library0.0
Crewe Library0.0
Disley Library0.0
Edgeley Library0.0
Forum Library0.0
Great Moor Library0.0
Hale Library0.0
Handforth Library0.0
Haywood Community Library0.0
Hazel Grove Library0.0
Heald Green Library0.0
High Lane Library0.0
Holmes Chapel Library0.0
Keele University Library0.0
Kidsgrove Library0.0
Knutsford Library0.0
Leek Library0.0
Library Core0.0
Longton Library0.0
Macclesfield Library0.0
Meir Library0.0
Middlewich Library0.0
New Mills Library0.0
Newcastle Library0.0
Poynton Library0.0
Prestbury Library0.0
Sandbach Library0.0
Silverdale Library0.0
Stockport Central Library0.0
STOCKROOM0.0
Stoke Library and One Stop Shop0.0
Stoke Library and One Stop Shop0.0
Timperley Library0.0
Tunstall Library0.0
Tunstall Library0.0
Werrington Library0.0
Whaley Bridge Library0.0
Wilmslow Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Congleton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Altrincham Market
Cheadle Market
Chelford Carboot
Hanley Indoor Market
Knutsford Market
Little Orange
Longton Market
Longton Market
Market Hall
Stockport Market
Stoke Indoor Market
Tuesday Market
Tuesday Market
Tunstall Market

Hotels in Congleton

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alexandra Court Hotel
Lion and Swan

Restaurants in Congleton

30 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Beartown Spices
Beijing City
DV8
East 360
Four Friends
Go East
Golden Cookery
Happy Garden
Higher Ground
Indian Spice
Istanbul Village
Kingfishr Indian
Mario's
Miam Miam
New Ruby
Pagoda
Pecks
Pukht
Q & J Chinese
Sam's Ristorante Italiano
Smokin' BBQ
Stock Pavillion
Sweet Chillies
Tandoori 22
The Forum
The Hotspot
The Orange Tree
Wood Fire Smoke
Yun Tai
Zumuku Sushi

Cafes in Congleton

23 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bear Grills Cafe
Brook Lane Coffee Co.
Cafe Hugo
Chatwins
Costa
Costa
Costa
Crema
Crepe'o'licious
Dane Mill Cafe
Feast
Feast
GG’s Coffee Hub
Orso Lounge
Perfect Pooch
Sienna's
Starbucks
Tatama
The All Ranks Mess and Community Cafe
The Coffee House
Top Nosh
Urban Street Grill
Victoria Cafe Lounge

Theatres in Congleton

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Daneside Theatre

Clinics in Congleton

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Meadowside Medical Centre
Readesmoor Medical Centre

Dentists in Congleton

3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Congleton Dental Centre
Crown Bank Dental
Moody Terrace Dental Practice

Veterinaries in Congleton

3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Charter Veterinary Surgeons
Congleton Veterinary Centre
Wright & Morten Veterinary Surgeons

Train Stations in Congleton

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Congleton

Bus Stations in Congleton

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Congleton Bus Station

Gas Stations in Congleton

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Brook Street Garage
GB #12287194403
Porters Service Station
Shell

Banks in Congleton

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Leek Building Society
Nationwide
NatWest

Gyms in Congleton

8 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aptitude Personal Training
Congleton Iyengar Yoga Centre
Equilibrate Pilates and Performance
Fierce Spirit
Gymetc
Lift Addicts
Per4mance Fitness
Transformation HQ

Golf Courses in Congleton

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Astbury Golf Course
Congleton Golf Club

Breweries in Congleton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Beartown Brewery
Bollington Brewing Company
Dunham Massey Brewery
Quantum Brewing Company
Robinsons Brewery Visitors Centre
Storm Brewing Co Ltd
Stubborn Mule Brewery and Tap
Tatton Brewery
Tatton Brewery
Tatton Brewery
Tatton Brewery
The Runaway Brewery
Thornsett Brewery and Hop Yard
Titanic Brewery
Torrside Brewing
Whaley Tap House
Wincle Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Congleton

TeamLeagueDivision
bet365 Stadium
Lyme Valley Stadium
Vale Park

Ski Resorts Near Congleton

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
The Snow Centre Manchester 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chill Factor e 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Congleton

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birmingham AirportBHXLarge Airport
Leeds Bradford AirportLBALarge Airport
Liverpool John Lennon AirportLPLLarge Airport
Manchester AirportMANLarge Airport
RAF Cosford-Medium Airport
RAF Shawbury-Medium Airport
Warton AerodromeWRTMedium Airport
Abbots Bromley Airfield-Small Airport
Arley Airfield-Small Airport
Ash House Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Ashcroft Airfield-Small Airport
Baxterley Aerodrome-Small Airport
Birds Edge Airstrip-Small Airport
Brook Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brook Farm Ultralight Airstrip-Small Airport
Bryn Gates Airfield-Small Airport
Calton Moor Airfield-Small Airport
Camphill Airfield-Small Airport
Carr Valley Microlight Airfield-Small Airport
Chipping Airfield-Small Airport
Clotton airstrip UL-Small Airport
Cottage Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Crosland Moor Airfield-Small Airport
Dairy House Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Darley Moor Airfield-Small Airport
Derby Airfield-Small Airport
Ditton Priors Airstrip-Small Airport
Fern Farm Airstrip UL-Small Airport
Fisherwick Airfield-Small Airport
Frandley House Airstrip-Small Airport
Grangewood Airstrip-Small Airport
Hawksview Airstrip-Small Airport
Haydock Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Higher Barn Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Holly Meadow Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kenyon Hall Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Longford Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Manchester Barton Aerodrome-Small Airport
Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Midland Glider Club-Small Airport
Mill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Mitton Airstrip-Small Airport
Onecoat Morridge Airstrip-Small Airport
Otherton Airfield-Small Airport
Oxenhope Airfield-Small Airport
Palmer Moor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Pear Tree Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Peplow Airstrip-Small Airport
Roddige Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Congleton

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
High Town Post Office
West Heath Post Office

Treatment Centers in Congleton

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Burslem Health Centre
Harewood Park Rehabilitation Unit
Heathfield House

Churches & Religious Organizations in Congleton

14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints' Chapel of Ease
Congleton Pentecostal Church
Holy Trinity Church
New Life Church
Parish Church of St John the Evangelist
Rood Lane Methodist Church
St Mary's Astbury
St Mary's Catholic Chapel
St Stephen's Church
St. James the Great Congleton
St. Peter's Church
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Trinity Methodist Church
Wellspring Methodist 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 Congleton

What is the population of Congleton?

Congleton has a population of 28,488 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 45 people per square mile, spread across 638.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Congleton?

Congleton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 30.7 inches.

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