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Filey, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Filey is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 6,530. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Filey
Filey is a seaside town and civil parish in North Yorkshire, England. It is located between Scarborough and Bridlington on Filey Bay. Although previously a fishing village, it has a large sandy beach and became a popular tourist resort.
According to the 2011 UK census, Filey parish had a population of 6,981, in comparison to the 2001 UK census population figure of 6,819, and a population of 6,870 in 1991.
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A+Community
| Population | 6,530 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.2100°, -0.2892° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.6 inches (955 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.8 inches (15 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $46,714 |
| Median Age | 48.3 years |
About Filey
Filey is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 6,530. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet (36 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Filey vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Filey vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,714 |
| 38% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,714 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $898 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 594 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $350,437 |
| 24% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,168 |
| 0% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 2,612 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.0°F |
| 7% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 209 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Area | 4,037.9 sq mi (10,458.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.2100°N, 0.2892°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | |
| February | 38°F (4°C) | 1.6 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | Warmest |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
Filey has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 38°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.6").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4,037.9 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Filey
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filey Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Filey Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Filey Church of England Nursery and Infants Academy | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Filey
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| TruckStopRadio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Scarborough | community radio | MP3 64 kbps | |
| This is the Coast | - | MP3 | |
| Vixen 101 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Great Driffield Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Filey
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayle Museum | ||||
| Filey Museum | ||||
| Harbour Heritage Museum | ||||
| Maritime Heritage | ||||
| North Frodingham Local History Museum | ||||
| Robin Hood’s Bay Museum | ||||
| Rotunda Museum | ||||
| The Scarborough Fair Collection & Vintage Transport Museum | ||||
| Yorkshire Coast Dinosaur And Fossil Museum |
Libraries in Filey
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridlington Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Derwent Valley Community Library & Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Driffield Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Eastfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Filey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Flamborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newby Library | 0.0 | |||||
| North Bridlington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Scarborough Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Filey
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lebberston Sunday Market | |||||
| Market Hall and Market Vaults |
Hotels in Filey
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Filey
14 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Filey
18 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Filey
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Filey
3 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Filey
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Filey
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Filey
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Filey
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Filey
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Filey
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Filey
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Filey
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Filey
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raven Hill Brewery | ||||
| Scarborough Brewery | ||||
| Wold Top Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Filey
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Filey
41 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Humberside Airport | HUY | Medium Airport |
| Beverley/Linley Hill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Birchwood Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Boon Hill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Breighton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bridlington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Burton-Constable Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cliffe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cuxwold Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eddsfield Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Elvington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Finningley Village Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Full Sutton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Garton Field Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Haxey Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hibaldstow Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hollym Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hollym West Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Howden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ings Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kirton-in-Lindsey Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Lindens Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Low Moor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Melrose Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Moor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Newgate Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Newton-on-Rawcliffe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| North Coates Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| North Moor Aero Club Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Octon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pocklington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Redmoor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sandtoft Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Settrington Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| South Cave / Mount Airy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tansterne Grange Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Throstle Nest Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Walk Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wombleton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Filey
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Filey Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Filey
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints | |
| Filey Methodist Church | |
| Saint Oswald's Church | |
| St Thomas | |
| St. John's Church | |
| St. Mary | |
| The Salvation Army |
Quick Facts
🇬🇧 About United Kingdom
Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Filey
What is the population of Filey?
Filey has a population of 6,530 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 4,037.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Filey expensive to live in?
The median household income is $46,714, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $350,437 (24% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,168 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Filey?
Filey has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches, with 5.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Filey?
Filey has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $898. There are 594 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Filey?
The median home value in Filey is $350,437. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,168. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Filey?
50.0% of adults in Filey 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 Filey?
97.1% of residents speak only English at home.