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Gaerwen, United Kingdom

Wales · United Kingdom

Gaerwen is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 1,551. Elevation: 194 ft (59 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,551 Population 4/sq mi density
194 ft Elevation 59 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
39.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$45,350 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$45,350 median income, 5.4% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$289,006 home value, $1,134/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Gaerwen

Gaerwen

Gaerwen is a village on the island of Anglesey in the community of Llanfihangel Ysgeifiog in Wales. It is located in the south of the island 4 miles (6.4 km) west of Llanfairpwllgwyngyll and 4 miles (6.4 km) southeast of Llangefni. The A5 runs through the village, and the A55 runs just a few hundred metres north. According to the 2011 Census Gaerwen is now listed by the Office for National Statistics as Llanfihangel Ysgeifiog. The population of the community is 1,551. Gaerwen, Pentre Berw and Llangaffo form a small built up area.

People

Population1,551
Median Age48.7 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,350
Per Capita$45,350
Unemployment5.4%

Housing

B
Home Value$289,006
Rent$1,134
Ownership68.5%
Housing Units620

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation194 ft (59 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.3%
High School+49.7%

Community

Population1,551
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Coordinates53.2211°, -4.2736°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation39.1 inches (994 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$45,350
Median Age48.7 years

About Gaerwen

Gaerwen is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 1,551. The city sits at an elevation of 194 feet (59 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Gaerwen has a population of 1,551 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 390.1 square miles. The median age is 48.7 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. The city is predominantly White (1.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.8% of residents. 5.6% of the population are veterans. 5.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,551
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
48.7yrs
Median Age
25% above United Kingdom avg
390.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.8%
26% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 1.2%

Social Characteristics

Gaerwen vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Gaerwen is $45,350, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,350 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $872, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 141 business establishments. 22.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Gaerwen vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$45,350
40% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$45,350
Avg Weekly Wage$872

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)141

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone61.3%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home22.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Gaerwen is $289,006, 3% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,134 (2% below the national average of $1,163). 68.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 620 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$289,006
3% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,134
2% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.5%
Owner-Occupied68.5%
Renter-Occupied31.5%
Housing Units620

Property Tax

Climate in Gaerwen

Gaerwen has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (15.9°C), the coldest is Feb (6.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 856 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 6.2°C / 43°F 4.2° / 8.2° 74.6
Feb 6.1°C / 43°F 3.9° / 8.3° 61.9
Mar 7.2°C / 45°F 4.6° / 9.8° 56.9
Apr 9°C / 48°F 6.1° / 12° 54.7
May 11.8°C / 53°F 8.6° / 14.9° 52.4
Jun 14.1°C / 57°F 11° / 17.2° 55.7
Jul 15.8°C / 60°F 12.9° / 18.7° 58.4
Aug 15.9°C / 61°F 13.1° / 18.7° 68.4
Sep 14.4°C / 58°F 11.6° / 17.2° 74.0
Oct 11.8°C / 53°F 9.4° / 14.2° 102.1
Nov 9°C / 48°F 6.9° / 11.1° 103.4
Dec 6.8°C / 44°F 4.8° / 8.8° 93.5
Gaerwen experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 265 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 194 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Area390.1 sq mi (1,010.4 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates53.2211°N, 4.2736°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.1"
3% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.72"
Driest Month (May) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

30 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.6 on May 30, 2022.

Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 133 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 139 km
May 29, 2013 14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom M3.8 48 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 142 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 28 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 112 km
Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 134 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 116 km
Jul 29, 1992 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.5 11 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 98 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 144 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 124 km
Oct 23, 2002 0 km WSW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.3 143 km
Feb 20, 1995 England, United Kingdom M3.3 147 km
Sep 1, 1999 4 km SSW of Llanfairfechan, United Kingdom M3.3 18 km
Feb 10, 1994 2 km NNE of Tregarth, United Kingdom M3.3 13 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 94 km
Oct 29, 2002 2 km N of Longsight, United Kingdom M3.1 141 km
Jun 26, 1993 5 km WSW of High Bentham, United Kingdom M3.0 148 km
May 26, 2015 6 km WSW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.0 13 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 3.8 in
February 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 3.3 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.3 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in Driest
June 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
October 52°F (11°C) 4.3 in
November 46°F (8°C) 4.7 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 4.3 in

Gaerwen has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.7") and May the driest (2.1").

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32.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% below the national average of 33.7%. 49.7% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.3%
4% below United Kingdom avg
High School+49.7%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area390.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone61.3%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home22.5%

Schools in Gaerwen

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ysgol Ysgeifiog Y Gaerwen
Ysgol Parc y Bont
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Radio Stations near Gaerwen

2 stations within ~55 km.

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

Museums in Gaerwen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Anglesey Model Village
Anglesey Transport Museum - Tacla Taid
Beaumaris Gaol
Cae’r Gors
Caernarfon Airworld Museum
Old Quarry Hospital
Penrhyn Castle
Penrhyn Castle Railway Museum
Royal Welch Fusiliers Museum
Segontium Visitor Centre
Stone Science
Storiel
Thomas Telford Centre
Waterloo Cavalry Museum
Welsh Slate Museum

Libraries in Gaerwen

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Amlwch Library0.0
Bangor Library0.0
Beaumaris Library0.0
Bethesda Library0.0
Caernarfon Library0.0
Deiniol Library0.0
Deiniolen Library0.0
Llyfrgell Llangefni0.0
Menai Bridge Library0.0
Penygroes Library0.0
Rhosneigr Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Gaerwen

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Llangefni Market
Llangefni Market
Market Square Shopping Centre

Veterinaries in Gaerwen

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bennett-Williams

Gas Stations in Gaerwen

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Stermat

Stadiums & Teams in Gaerwen

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Gaerwen

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Anglesey AirportVLYMedium Airport
Cae Mawr Tyddyn HenSmall Airport
Caernarfon AirportSmall Airport
Dinas Farm Private AirstripSmall Airport
Llanbedr AirfieldSmall Airport
RAF MonaSmall Airport
RhoshirwaunSmall Airport
Talybont AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Gaerwen

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Gaerwen Post Office
Llanddaniel Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gaerwen

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Capel Cana
Capel Disgwylfa
St Michael
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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 Gaerwen

What is the population of Gaerwen?

Gaerwen has a population of 1,551 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 390.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Gaerwen expensive to live in?

The median household income is $45,350, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $289,006 (3% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,134 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Gaerwen?

Gaerwen has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.1 inches.

How is the job market in Gaerwen?

The unemployment rate in Gaerwen is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $872. There are 141 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Gaerwen?

The median home value in Gaerwen is $289,006. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,134. The homeownership rate is 68.5%.

How are the schools in Gaerwen?

32.3% of adults in Gaerwen hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.7% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Gaerwen?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Gaerwen is 1.4% White, 0.8% Asian. 98.8% of residents speak only English at home. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 5.7% of residents have a disability.

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