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Fowey, United Kingdom
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Fowey is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,131. Elevation: 151 ft (46 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
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About Fowey
Fowey is a port town and civil parish at the mouth of the River Fowey in south Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. The town has been in existence since well before the Norman invasion, with the local church first established some time in the 7th century; the estuary of the River Fowey forms a natural harbour which enabled the town to become an important trading centre. Privateers also made use of the sheltered harbourage. The Lostwithiel and Fowey Railway brought China clay here for export. At the 2021 census the population of the parish was 2,244 and the population of the built up area was 2,069.
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| Population | 2,131 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.3363°, -4.6386° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.1 inches (1,043 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $44,453 |
| Median Age | 47.6 years |
About Fowey
Fowey is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,131. The city sits at an elevation of 151 feet (46 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Fowey vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Fowey 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) | 194 |
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 | 852 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.4°F |
| 7% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 262 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Area | 3,058.0 sq mi (7,920.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.3363°N, 4.6386°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | — | 118 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 4.6 in | |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 4.4 in | |
| November | 47°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 44°F (7°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
Fowey has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 42°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (2.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.6% |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 49.4% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3,058.0 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.1% |
| Public Transit | 1.9% |
| Work from Home | 24.7% |
Schools in Fowey
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fowey River Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Fowey Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Fowey
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBC Radio Devon | — | UNKNOWN | |
| Chaos Radio (FR) | music | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Newquay | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| The Source FM | classical, community radio | MP3 110 kbps | |
| Radio Drake UK | hip hop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Drake | hip hop | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Fowey
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodmin Jail | ||||
| Bodmin Keep | ||||
| Bodmin Town Museum | ||||
| Discovering42 | ||||
| Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry Museum | ||||
| Fowey Town Museum | ||||
| Jamaica Inn's Daphne du Maurier & Smuggling Museum | ||||
| Liskeard and District Museum | ||||
| Lostwithiel Museum | ||||
| Mevagissey Museum | ||||
| Minions Heritage Centre | ||||
| Old Guild Hall | ||||
| Polperro Heritage Museum of Smuggling & Fishing | ||||
| Polperro Model Village & Land of Legend | ||||
| Shipwreck Treasure Museum | ||||
| The Core | ||||
| Wheal Martyn Clay Works |
Libraries in Fowey
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodmin Library and Information Service | 0.0 | |||||
| liskeard Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Looe Library & Community Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Lostwithiel Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Par Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Austell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wadebridge Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Fowey
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lostwithiel Produce Market | |||||
| Par Market |
Hotels in Fowey
6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Fowey
8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Fowey
10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Fowey
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Fowey
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Fowey
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Fowey
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Brewery | ||||
| Cornish Orchards | ||||
| Dowr Kammel Brewing Company | ||||
| Fowey Valley Cidery & Distillery | ||||
| Harbour Brewing Co | ||||
| Haye Farm Cider | ||||
| Haywood Farm Cider | ||||
| St Austell Brewery | ||||
| The Wasted Apple Co |
Airports Near Fowey
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cornwall Airport Newquay | NQY | Medium Airport |
| RNAS Culdrose | — | Medium Airport |
| Belle Vue Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bodmin Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bonnallack Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Brent Tor Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Eaglescott Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gorrel Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hunsdon Lea Airstrip | — | 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 |
| St Mellion Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tinnel Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Truro Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Westover Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Fowey
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Fowey Post Office | |
| Park Road Stores |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Fowey
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Fowey Church (St Fimbarrus) | |
| St John | |
| St Sampson | |
| St Veep (St Cyriacus & St Julitta) |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Fowey
What is the population of Fowey?
Fowey has a population of 2,131 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 3,058.0 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 Fowey 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 Fowey?
Fowey has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.1 inches.
How is the job market in Fowey?
Fowey 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 194 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Fowey?
The median home value in Fowey is $368,220. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,111. The homeownership rate is 67.4%.
How are the schools in Fowey?
30.6% of adults in Fowey 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 Fowey?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Fowey 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.