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Derwen, United Kingdom

Wales · United Kingdom

Derwen is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 464. Elevation: 932 ft (284 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
464 Population 40/sq mi density
932 ft Elevation 284 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
55.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$41,518 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$41,518 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$249,800 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population464
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density40/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,518
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment5.1%

Housing

B
Home Value$249,800
Rent$1,249
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units186

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
Rain55.5 in/yr
Sunny Days185/yr
Elevation932 ft (284 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population464
Population Density40 / sq mi
Elevation932 ft (284 m)
Coordinates53.0333°, -3.4000°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation55.5 inches (1,410 mm)
Annual Snowfall17.5 inches (44 cm)
Median Household Income$41,518
Median Age40.6 years

About Derwen

Derwen is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 464. The city sits at an elevation of 932 feet (284 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Derwen has a population of 464 with a density of 40 people per square mile, spread across 11.6 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents.

Population

464
Total Population
40
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
11.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Derwen vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Derwen is $41,518, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 42 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Derwen vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,518
45% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,944
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)42

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Derwen is $249,800, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 186 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$249,800
11% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,249
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units186

Property Tax

Derwen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 185 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 17.5 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. The city sits at an elevation of 932 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average47.3°F
12% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days185 days/yr

Geography

Elevation932 ft (284 m)
Area11.6 sq mi (30.1 km²)
Population Density40/sq mi
Coordinates53.0333°N, 3.4000°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.5"
46% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 17.5"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.60"
Driest Month (May) 2.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

47 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 M4.8 102 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 85 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 134 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 149 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 93 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 147 km
May 29, 2013 14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom M3.8 90 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 50 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 96 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 40 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 105 km
Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 129 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 54 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 149 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 55 km
Jul 29, 1992 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.5 68 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 97 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 110 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 138 km
Sep 1, 1999 4 km SSW of Llanfairfechan, United Kingdom M3.3 46 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 4.1 in
February 38°F (3°C) 3.0 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 3.5 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.7 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in Driest
June 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.3 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in
October 49°F (9°C) 4.1 in
November 43°F (6°C) 4.6 in Wettest
December 40°F (4°C) 4.4 in

Derwen has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 38°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.6") and May the driest (2.5").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density40/sq mi
Total Area11.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Derwen

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ysgol Cerrigydrudion
Ysgol Betws Gwerful Goch
Ysgol Bro Elwern
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Radio Stations near Derwen

12 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Deepvibes Radio deep house, mixes MP3 320 kbps
Beatles Radio (MP3) (US) 1960s, classic rock MP3 128 kbps
Liverpool Live Radio MP3
Wrexham Premier Radio MP3 128 kbps
Hits hull & East York pop music MP3 128 kbps
Circl8 Radio MP3 320 kbps
Merseyland Alternative Radio classic rock, eclectic programming MP3 128 kbps
Domes FM AAC 64 kbps
Dazzle FM MP3 128 kbps
Arrowe Sound pop music, pop rock MP3 128 kbps
Mersey Radio MP3 128 kbps
Juice Liverpool AAC+ 96 kbps

Museums in Derwen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Amgueddfa Corwen Museum
Chwarel Wynne Slate Mine
Denbigh Museum
Llangollen Motor Museum
Llangollen Museum
Plas Newydd
Ruthin Gaol Museum
St Winefride’s Well Museum
The 1950s Museum
Wireless in Wales

Libraries in Derwen

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Denbigh Library0.0
Halkyn Library0.0
Holywell Library0.0
Llangollen Library0.0
Ruthin Library0.0
St Asaph Library0.0

Monuments in Derwen

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pincyn Llys

Gas Stations in Derwen

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #1177686474
Modurdy Marian Garage

Breweries in Derwen

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Llangollen Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Derwen

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Derwen

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Liverpool John Lennon AirportLPLLarge Airport
Blackpool AirportBLKMedium Airport
Hawarden AirportCEGMedium Airport
RAF ShawburyMedium Airport
Warton AerodromeWRTMedium Airport
Breidden AirfieldSmall Airport
Bryngwyn Bach AirfieldSmall Airport
Carr Valley Microlight AirfieldSmall Airport
Chirk AirfieldSmall Airport
Clotton airstrip ULSmall Airport
Elan Valley AirstripSmall Airport
Forest Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Ince Blundell Microlight AirfieldSmall Airport
Llanbedr AirfieldSmall Airport
Lleweni Parc Glyndwr Soaring ClubSmall Airport
Midland Glider ClubSmall Airport
Nantclwyd AirstripSmall Airport
North Wales Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Pencraig AirstripSmall Airport
RAF WoodvaleSmall Airport
Rhedyn Coch Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Sandford Hall AirstripSmall Airport
Sleap AirfieldSmall Airport
Talybont AirstripSmall Airport
The Plassey AirstripSmall Airport
Trench Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Welshpool AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Derwen

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Cerrigydrudion Post Office
Clawddnewydd Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Derwen

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capel Moriah
Church of St. Beuno
Gwyddelwern Methodist Chapel
Hermon Independent Chapel
St Foddhyd
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 Derwen

What is the population of Derwen?

Derwen has a population of 464 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 40 people per square mile, spread across 11.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Derwen expensive to live in?

The median household income is $41,518, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $249,800 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Derwen?

Derwen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 185 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.5 inches, with 17.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Derwen?

The unemployment rate in Derwen is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 42 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Derwen?

The median home value in Derwen is $249,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Derwen?

50.0% of adults in Derwen 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 Derwen?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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