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Fairbourne, United Kingdom

Wales · United Kingdom

Fairbourne is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 721. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
721 Population 117/sq mi density
10 ft Elevation 3 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
50.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$41,742 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$41,742 median income, 5.7% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$252,165 home value, $1,044/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population721
Median Age45.1 yrs
Density117/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,742
Per Capita$41,742
Unemployment5.7%

Housing

B
Home Value$252,165
Rent$1,044
Ownership65.7%
Housing Units288

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Sunny Days244/yr
Elevation10 ft (3 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.5%
High School+53.3%

Community

Population721
Population Density117 / sq mi
Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Coordinates52.6968°, -4.0561°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation50.9 inches (1,293 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$41,742
Median Age45.1 years

About Fairbourne

Fairbourne is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 721. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Fairbourne has a population of 721 with a density of 117 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (2.9%), with 2.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.2% of residents. 4.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 5.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

721
Total Population
117
People / sq mi
45.1yrs
Median Age
16% above United Kingdom avg
6.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.2%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.8%

Social Characteristics

Fairbourne vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Fairbourne is $41,742, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,742. The average weekly wage is $803, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 66 business establishments. 23.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Fairbourne vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$41,742
44% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$41,742
Avg Weekly Wage$803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)66

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.6%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home23.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Fairbourne is $252,165, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,044 (10% below the national average of $1,163). 65.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 288 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$252,165
11% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,044
10% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.7%
Owner-Occupied65.7%
Renter-Occupied34.3%
Housing Units288

Property Tax

Fairbourne experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 244 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days244 days/yr

Geography

Elevation10 ft (3 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²)
Population Density117/sq mi
Coordinates52.6968°N, 4.0561°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.9"
34% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.87"
Driest Month (May) 2.80"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

39 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 M4.8 130 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 84 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 102 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 109 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 149 km
May 29, 2013 14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom M3.8 49 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 65 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 87 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 98 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 50 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 140 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 124 km
Jul 29, 1992 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.5 56 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 116 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 142 km
Feb 20, 1995 England, United Kingdom M3.3 134 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 72 km
Sep 1, 1999 4 km SSW of Llanfairfechan, United Kingdom M3.3 58 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 126 km
Feb 10, 1994 2 km NNE of Tregarth, United Kingdom M3.3 57 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 5.1 in
February 40°F (4°C) 3.7 in Coldest
March 42°F (6°C) 4.4 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.0 in
May 51°F (10°C) 2.8 in Driest
June 55°F (13°C) 3.3 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 4.1 in
September 55°F (13°C) 4.4 in
October 50°F (10°C) 5.4 in
November 45°F (7°C) 5.9 in Wettest
December 42°F (5°C) 5.6 in

Fairbourne has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 40°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.9") and May the driest (2.8").

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34.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% above the national average of 33.7%. 53.3% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.5%
2% above United Kingdom avg
High School+53.3%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density117/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.6%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home23.7%

Schools in Fairbourne

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ysgol Bro Idris (Friog)
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Radio Stations near Fairbourne

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hits hull & East York pop music MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Fairbourne

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Corris Railway Museum
Heritage Centre
Lasynys Fawr
Lloyd George Museum
Porthmadog Maritime Museum
Sailors' Institute
Talyllyn Railway
The Round House
Tŷ Gwyn and the Maritime Museum
Yr Ysgwrn
Yr Ysgwrn

Libraries in Fairbourne

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aberdovey Literary Institute0.0
Criccieth Library0.0
Harlech Youth and Community Centre0.0
Library Machynlleth0.0
Penrhyndeudraeth Library0.0
Porthmadog library0.0
Tywyn Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Fairbourne

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cattle Market
Tywyn Monday Market

Hotels in Fairbourne

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Springfield Hotel

Restaurants in Fairbourne

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fairbourne Chippy
Indiana Cuisine
Penrhyn Bar and Grill
West Restaurant

Castles in Fairbourne

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Castell Y Bere

Train Stations in Fairbourne

6 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Beach Halt
Fairbourne
Fairbourne (FR)
Golf Halt
Loop Halt
Morfa Mawddach

Golf Courses in Fairbourne

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fairbourne Golf Club

Breweries in Fairbourne

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Myrddins Brewery & Distillery Ltd
Purple Moose Brewery

Airports Near Fairbourne

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Anglesey AirportVLYMedium Airport
Aberporth AirportSmall Airport
Bryngwyn Bach AirfieldSmall Airport
Cae Mawr Tyddyn HenSmall Airport
Caernarfon AirportSmall Airport
Cruglas Synod Inn AirstripSmall Airport
Dinas Farm Private AirstripSmall Airport
Elan Valley AirstripSmall Airport
Llanbedr AirfieldSmall Airport
Lleweni Parc Glyndwr Soaring ClubSmall Airport
Nantclwyd AirstripSmall Airport
Pencraig AirstripSmall Airport
RAF MonaSmall Airport
Rhedyn Coch Farm AirstripSmall Airport
RhoshirwaunSmall Airport
Talybont AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fairbourne

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Fairbourne Christian Church
Friog Chapel
St Cynon's Church
St Michael's Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Fairbourne

What is the population of Fairbourne?

Fairbourne has a population of 721 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 117 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Fairbourne expensive to live in?

The median household income is $41,742, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $252,165 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,044 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 Fairbourne?

Fairbourne has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 244 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.9 inches.

How is the job market in Fairbourne?

The unemployment rate in Fairbourne is 5.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $803. There are 66 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Fairbourne?

The median home value in Fairbourne is $252,165. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,044. The homeownership rate is 65.7%.

How are the schools in Fairbourne?

34.5% of adults in Fairbourne hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 53.3% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Fairbourne?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fairbourne is 2.9% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 2.1% Asian. 97.2% of residents speak only English at home. 4.3% of the population are military veterans. 5.2% of residents have a disability.

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