Falmouth, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Falmouth is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 31,988. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 31,988 |
| Population Density | 10,627 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.1544°, -5.0711° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.2 inches (1,071 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $44,453 |
| Median Age | 47.6 years |
About Falmouth
Falmouth is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 31,988. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet (34 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Falmouth vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Falmouth 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
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,911 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.1% |
| Public Transit | 1.9% |
| Work from Home | 24.7% |
Walkability
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
| Homeownership | 67.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.6% |
| Housing Units | 12,795 |
Property Tax
Climate in Falmouth
Falmouth has an average annual temperature of 11.1°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (16.1°C), the coldest is Feb (6.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1077 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 260 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 112 ft (34 m) |
| Area | 3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 10,627/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.1544°N, 5.0711°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 46°F (8°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 5.1 in |
Falmouth has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 44°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.1") and July the driest (2.1").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.6% |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 49.4% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 10,627/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3.0 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.1% |
| Public Transit | 1.9% |
| Work from Home | 24.7% |
Colleges & Universities in Falmouth
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornwall College (St Austell) | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Falmouth
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Falmouth Primary Academy | - | - | - | - |
| King Charles Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Marlborough School | - | - | - | - |
| St Francis CofE Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Falmouth | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Falmouth
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaos Radio (FR) | music | MP3 320 kbps | |
| The Source FM | classical, community radio | MP3 110 kbps |
Museums in Falmouth
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Hills Tin Streams | ||||
| Constantine Museum and Archive | ||||
| East Pool Mine | ||||
| Enys Gardens | ||||
| Gwithti an Pyrst A Cabinet of Folklore and Magic | ||||
| Helston Museum | ||||
| Heritage Centre | ||||
| King Edward Mine | ||||
| Lizard Lighthouse Heritage Centre | ||||
| Lizard Wireless Station | ||||
| Marconi Centre | ||||
| Michell's Engine House | ||||
| Moseley Heritage Museum | ||||
| National Maritime Museum Cornwall | ||||
| Pendennis Castle Museum | ||||
| Penryn Museum | ||||
| Perranporth Museum | ||||
| Poldark Mine | ||||
| Predannick Anti-Aircraft Battery | ||||
| Redruth Old Cornwall Society Museum | ||||
| Royal Cornwall Museum | ||||
| St Agnes Museum |
Libraries in Falmouth
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camborne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cornwall Poetry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Falmouth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Helston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penryn Library and Information Service | 0.0 | |||||
| Perranporth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Redruth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Agnes Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Truro Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Falmouth
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmers Market | |||||
| Porthleven Harbour Market |
Hotels in Falmouth
11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Falmouth
49 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Falmouth
32 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Falmouth
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Falmouth
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Falmouth
3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Falmouth
4 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Falmouth
4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Falmouth
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Falmouth
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Falmouth
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Falmouth
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Falmouth
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Falmouth
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Flag Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Cuckoo Valley Cider | ||||
| Driftwood Spars Brewery & Pub | ||||
| Dynamite Valley Brewing Co Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Gould Ciders & Perries | ||||
| Gweal Mellin Cider Co | ||||
| Keltek Brewery | ||||
| Lacuna Brewing Co Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Lizard Ales | ||||
| Pipeline Brewing Co & Taproom | ||||
| The Mussel Shoals | ||||
| Touchwood Cider | ||||
| Treens Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Tremethick Brewery | ||||
| Trevors Farmhouse Cider | ||||
| Verdant Brewing Co Brewery & Taproom |
Stadiums & Teams in Falmouth
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Falmouth
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cornwall Airport Newquay | NQY | Medium Airport |
| RNAS Culdrose | - | Medium Airport |
| Bodmin Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bonnallack Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Land's End Airport | LEQ | Small Airport |
| Lower Botrea | - | Small Airport |
| Perranporth Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Polpidnick Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Porthtowan Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Predannack Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Davidstow Moor | - | Small Airport |
| Roche Barton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tempest Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Truro Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Falmouth
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bar Road Post Office | |
| Falmouth Post Office | |
| Penwerris Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Falmouth
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints | |
| Church of the Holy Spirit | |
| Emmanuel Baptist Church | |
| Falmouth Evangelical Church | |
| Falmouth Methodist Church | |
| Falmouth Parish Church | |
| Falmouth United Reformed Church with Trinity Baptist Church | |
| Life Church | |
| St Edward the Confessor | |
| St Maunanus | |
| St. Mary Immaculate Church | |
| The Salvation Army - Falmouth |
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What is the population of Falmouth?
Falmouth has a population of 31,988 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 10,627 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 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 Falmouth 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 Falmouth?
Falmouth has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.2 inches.
How is the job market in Falmouth?
Falmouth 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 2,911 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Falmouth?
The median home value in Falmouth is $368,220. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,111. The homeownership rate is 67.4%.
How are the schools in Falmouth?
30.6% of adults in Falmouth 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 Falmouth?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Falmouth 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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