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Delabole, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Delabole is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,647. Elevation: 722 ft (220 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,647 Population 216/sq mi density
722 ft Elevation 220 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
41.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$44,453 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$44,453 median income, 4.6% unemployment
D
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$368,220 home value, $1,111/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Delabole

Delabole is a large village and civil parish in north Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, which lies approximately two miles (3 km) west of Camelford.

People

Population1,647
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density216/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,453
Per Capita$44,453
Unemployment4.6%

Housing

D
Home Value$368,220
Rent$1,111
Ownership67.4%
Housing Units659

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Sunny Days261/yr
Elevation722 ft (220 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.6%
High School+49.4%

Community

Population1,647
Population Density216 / sq mi
Elevation722 ft (220 m)
Coordinates50.6235°, -4.7319°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation41.1 inches (1,045 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$44,453
Median Age47.6 years

About Delabole

Delabole is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,647. The city sits at an elevation of 722 feet (220 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 41.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Delabole has a population of 1,647 with a density of 216 people per square mile, spread across 7.6 square miles. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (3.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.6% of residents. 6.3% of the population are veterans. 6.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,647
Total Population
216
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above United Kingdom avg
7.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.6%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.4%

Social Characteristics

Delabole vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Delabole is $44,453, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,453 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $855, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 150 business establishments. 24.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Delabole 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

Unemployment4.6%
28% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)150

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.1%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home24.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Delabole is $368,220, 31% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,111 (4% below the national average of $1,163). 67.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 659 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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

Homeownership67.4%
Owner-Occupied67.4%
Renter-Occupied32.6%
Housing Units659

Property Tax

Delabole experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 261 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 722 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days261 days/yr

Geography

Elevation722 ft (220 m)
Area7.6 sq mi (19.7 km²)
Population Density216/sq mi
Coordinates50.6235°N, 4.7319°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.1"
8% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.84"
Driest Month (May) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

21 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 17, 2018.

Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 137 km
Nov 10, 1996 19 km S of St Just, United Kingdom M4.1 98 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 91 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 41 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 133 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 133 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 118 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 98 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 148 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 133 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 94 km
Jan 19, 2001 53 km S of Mullion, United Kingdom M3.2 122 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 90 km
Mar 23, 1998 11 km W of Chickerell, United Kingdom M2.9 146 km
Sep 5, 1999 15 km WSW of Salcombe, United Kingdom M2.9 74 km
Feb 8, 1998 18 km SW of Mullion, United Kingdom M2.9 94 km
Mar 23, 2008 38 km NW of St Just, United Kingdom M2.8 96 km
Jun 16, 1991 17 km SSW of Wembury, United Kingdom M2.8 63 km
May 31, 1998 38 km WNW of Northam, United Kingdom M2.8 63 km
Jun 23, 2011 4 km WSW of Bovey Tracey, United Kingdom M2.7 71 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 123 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 4.6 in
February 42°F (6°C) 3.4 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 3.1 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.5 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in Driest
June 56°F (14°C) 2.6 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in
August 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
October 52°F (11°C) 4.3 in
November 47°F (8°C) 4.8 in Wettest
December 44°F (7°C) 4.8 in

Delabole has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 42°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and May the driest (2.4").

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30.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 9% below the national average of 33.7%. 49.4% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.6%
9% below United Kingdom avg
High School+49.4%
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density216/sq mi
Total Area7.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.1%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home24.7%

Schools in Delabole

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Teath Community Primary School
Delabole Primary School
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Radio Stations near Delabole

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Chaos Radio (FR) music MP3 320 kbps
Radio Newquay MP3 128 kbps
The Source FM classical, community radio MP3 110 kbps

Museums in Delabole

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bodmin Jail
Bodmin Keep
Bodmin Town Museum
Canal Barge Workshop
Cornwall at War Museum
Davidstow Creamery Museum
Discovering42
Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry Museum
Jamaica Inn's Daphne du Maurier & Smuggling Museum
King Arthur's Great Halls
Lostwithiel Museum
Museum of Cycling
Museum of Witchcraft and Magic
Padstow Museum
Padstow Museum
RAF Davidstow Moor Memorial Museum
St columb Major Smallseum
The Castle Heritage Centre
The National Lobster Hatchery

Libraries in Delabole

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bodmin Library and Information Service0.0
Camelford Library0.0
Lostwithiel Library0.0
St Columb Library0.0
Wadebridge Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Delabole

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Hallworthy Stockyard
Kivells
Lostwithiel Produce Market
Pendeen Car Boot

Hotels in Delabole

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Poldark Inn

Cafes in Delabole

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sea View Farm Shop

Gas Stations in Delabole

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rockhead Garage and Stores

Breweries in Delabole

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bluntrock Brewery & Taproom
Castle Brewery
Crackington Cider Co
Dowr Kammel Brewing Company
Fowey Valley Cidery & Distillery
Harbour Brewing Co
Haywood Farm Cider
Padstow Brewing Company
The Bearded Brewery
Tintagel Brewery

Airports Near Delabole

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cornwall Airport NewquayNQYMedium Airport
RNAS CuldroseMedium Airport
Royal Marines Base ChivenorMedium Airport
Belle Vue AirfieldSmall Airport
Bodmin AirfieldSmall Airport
Bonnallack AirstripSmall Airport
Brent Tor Glider FieldSmall Airport
Eaglescott AirfieldSmall Airport
Gorrel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Lundy Island AirfieldSmall Airport
Perranporth AirfieldSmall Airport
Polpidnick Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Porthtowan AirfieldSmall Airport
Predannack AirfieldSmall Airport
RAF Davidstow MoorSmall Airport
Roche Barton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
St Mellion AirstripSmall Airport
Tempest AirstripSmall Airport
Tinnel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Truro AerodromeSmall Airport
Westover Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Delabole

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
St Teath Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Delabole

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Delabole Methodist Church
Michaelstow Church
St Teath Methodist Church
St Teath Parish Church
St. John the Evangelist
Treveighan Methodist Chapel

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 Delabole

What is the population of Delabole?

Delabole has a population of 1,647 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 216 people per square mile, spread across 7.6 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 Delabole 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 Delabole?

Delabole 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 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.1 inches.

How is the job market in Delabole?

Delabole 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 150 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Delabole?

The median home value in Delabole is $368,220. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,111. The homeownership rate is 67.4%.

How are the schools in Delabole?

30.6% of adults in Delabole 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 Delabole?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Delabole 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.

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