Gorseinon, United Kingdom

Wales · United Kingdom

Gorseinon is a small city in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 9,172. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

9,172 Population 46/sq mi density
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
47.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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People

Population9,172
Density46/mi²
Veterans4.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Population9,172
Population Density46 / sq mi
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates51.6693°, -4.0416°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation47.5 inches (1,206 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Gorseinon

Gorseinon is a small city in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 9,172. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Climate in Gorseinon

Gorseinon has an average annual temperature of 11.3°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (17°C), the coldest is Jan (6.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1269 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 6.1°C / 43°F 1° / 11.4° 106.3
Feb 7.1°C / 45°F 1.3° / 12° 132.0
Mar 7.5°C / 45°F 1.9° / 13.8° 106.6
Apr 9.1°C / 48°F 2.4° / 16.2° 61.8
May 12.1°C / 54°F 5.9° / 19° 70.7
Jun 14.9°C / 59°F 8.7° / 22.9° 76.5
Jul 16.6°C / 62°F 11.3° / 24.1° 81.5
Aug 17°C / 63°F 11.7° / 24° 81.3
Sep 15.5°C / 60°F 9.6° / 22.6° 104.8
Oct 12.7°C / 55°F 7.6° / 17.6° 163.0
Nov 9.5°C / 49°F 3.2° / 14.8° 126.2
Dec 7.5°C / 46°F 1.6° / 12.5° 158.7
Gorseinon experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area197.7 sq mi (512.1 km²)
Population Density46/sq mi
Coordinates51.6693°N, 4.0416°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.5"
25% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.47"
Driest Month (May) 2.68"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

30 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 102 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 39 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 14 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 35 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 87 km
May 29, 2013 14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom M3.8 143 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 98 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 60 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 98 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 107 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 54 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 59 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 67 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 63 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 92 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 91 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 58 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 98 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 138 km
Sep 17, 1993 3 km S of Leominster, United Kingdom M3.2 107 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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 - 149 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 5.0 in
February 41°F (5°C) 3.5 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 3.8 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.7 in Driest
June 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
July 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in
September 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in
October 52°F (11°C) 5.0 in
November 46°F (8°C) 5.5 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 5.2 in

Gorseinon has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 41°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.5") and May the driest (2.7").

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Schools in Gorseinon

9 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tre-Gŵyr Junior School - - - -
Penyrheol Primary School - - - -
Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Pontybrenin - - - -
Tre Uchaf Primary School - - - -
Penyrheol Comprehensive School - - - -
Gorseinon Primary School - - - -
Casllwchwr Primary School - - - -
Gorseinon Junior School - - - -
Pontybrenin Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Gorseinon

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Celtica Radio - MP3 128 kbps
XL:UK Radio afrobeat, asian urban hits MP3 192 kbps
Easy 50s - MP3
RustRadio metal MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Gorseinon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
1940s Swansea Bay
Amgueddfa Sir Gâr - Carmarthenshire Museum
Dinefwr Castle Museum
Dylan Thomas Centre
Egypt Centre
Glynn Vivian Art Gallery
Heritage Centre
Kidwelly Industrial Museum
National Waterfront Museum
Oriel Science
Parc Howard Museum
Swansea Museum
Swansea Museum Collections Centre
Swansea Museum Tramway Centre

Libraries in Gorseinon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ammanford Library0.0
Baglan Library0.0
Baglan Library0.0
Bay Library0.0
Briton Ferry Library0.0
Briton Ferry Library0.0
Brynhyfryd Library0.0
Burry Port Branch Library0.0
Clydach Library0.0
Clydach Library0.0
Gorseinon Library0.0
Gowerton Library0.0
Gowerton Library0.0
Killay Library0.0
Law Library0.0
Library and Information Centre0.0
Library and Information Centre0.0
Llanelli Library0.0
Llywnhendy Library0.0
Morriston Library0.0
Morriston Library0.0
Neath Library0.0
Oystermouth Library0.0
Penlan Community Centre and Library0.0
Pontardawe Library0.0
School Learning Hub0.0
School Learning Hub0.0
School Library0.0
School Library0.0
Sketty Library0.0
Skewen Library0.0
Skewen Library0.0
South Wales Miner's Library0.0
St Thomas Library0.0
St Thomas Library0.0
Swansea Central Library0.0
Swansea Central Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Gorseinon

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Llanelli Indoor Market
Neath Indoor Market
Swansea Market

Hotels in Gorseinon

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Station Hotel

Restaurants in Gorseinon

10 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Food Net House
Harvester
Mai Hong Chinese Takeaway
Nayim Authentic Cuisine
Riverside
Roma 2000
Seagers
Thai Kitchen
The Cockleshell
The Porterhouse

Cafes in Gorseinon

4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asda Café
Frampton's
Motley Pie & Coffee
Zest for life

Theatres in Gorseinon

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Penyrheol Theatre

Castles in Gorseinon

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Loughor Castle

Veterinaries in Gorseinon

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tawe Veterinary Group

Train Stations in Gorseinon

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gowerton

Bus Stations in Gorseinon

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gorseinon Bus Station

Gas Stations in Gorseinon

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asda
Murco
Shell
Tesco

Banks in Gorseinon

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barclays
Lloyds Bank
Principality

Gyms in Gorseinon

2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #7422996
Simply Gym

Golf Courses in Gorseinon

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gowerton Driving Range
Gowerton Pitch and Put

Stadiums & Teams in Gorseinon

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Gorseinon

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
MOD St Athan-Medium Airport
Royal Marines Base Chivenor-Medium Airport
Swansea AirportSWSMedium Airport
Aberporth Airport-Small Airport
Belle Vue Airfield-Small Airport
Bethesda-Small Airport
Brookside Farm Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Coetir Bach Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Cruglas Synod Inn Airstrip-Small Airport
Crymych Airstrip-Small Airport
Eaglescott Airfield-Small Airport
Elan Valley Airstrip-Small Airport
Gorrel Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lundy Island Airfield-Small Airport
Old Park Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Pembrey West Wales Airport-Small Airport
Rhigos Airstrip-Small Airport
Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Gorseinon

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Gorseinon Post Office
Loughor Post Office
Penyrheol Post Office
West End Stores and Post Office

Treatment Centers in Gorseinon

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Celtic Therapy & Rehab Services
Mumbles Clinic
Mumbles Podiatry
The Weight Loss Doctor Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gorseinon

21 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bethel
Caersalem
Christadelphian Hall
Church of the Blessed Sacrament
Community of Christ, Penllergaer
Ebenezer Independent Chapel
Eglwys Annibyniol Brynteg
Gospel Hall
Jireh Evangelical Church
Moriah
Penuel
Pisgah
Seion
Soar
St. Catherine's
St. David's
St. John the Evangelist
St. Michael's
Tabernacle
The Salvation Army - Gorseinon
The Temple

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 Gorseinon

What is the population of Gorseinon?

Gorseinon has a population of 9,172 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 46 people per square mile, spread across 197.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Gorseinon?

Gorseinon has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 47.5 inches.

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