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Govilon, United Kingdom

Wales · United Kingdom

Govilon is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 1,447. Elevation: 305 ft (93 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,447 Population 363/sq mi density
305 ft Elevation 93 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
43.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$52,742 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$52,742 median income, 3.9% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$428,619 home value, $1,319/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Govilon

Govilon

Govilon is a small Welsh village located between Llanfoist and Gilwern near Abergavenny in north Monmouthshire. It is part of the community of Llanfoist Fawr. The population was 1,447 in 2011.

People

Population1,447
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density363/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,742
Per Capita$52,742
Unemployment3.9%

Housing

C
Home Value$428,619
Rent$1,319
Ownership72.3%
Housing Units579

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain43.9 in/yr
Sunny Days207/yr
Elevation305 ft (93 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.4%
High School+54.9%

Community

Population1,447
Population Density363 / sq mi
Elevation305 ft (93 m)
Coordinates51.8193°, -3.0630°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation43.9 inches (1,114 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.5 inches (19 cm)
Median Household Income$52,742
Median Age49.4 years

About Govilon

Govilon is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 1,447. The city sits at an elevation of 305 feet (93 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Govilon has a population of 1,447 with a density of 363 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (2.6%), with 1.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98% of residents. 5.4% of the population are veterans. 5.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,447
Total Population
363
People / sq mi
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above United Kingdom avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.0%
25% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.0%

Social Characteristics

Govilon vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Govilon is $52,742, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,742 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,014, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 132 business establishments. 34.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Govilon vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,742
30% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$52,742
Avg Weekly Wage$1,014

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)132

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone52.4%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home34.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Govilon is $428,619, 52% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,319 (13% above the national average of $1,163). 72.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 579 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$428,619
52% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,319
13% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.3%
Owner-Occupied72.3%
Renter-Occupied27.7%
Housing Units579

Property Tax

Govilon experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches. The area receives 7.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 305 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days207 days/yr

Geography

Elevation305 ft (93 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²)
Population Density363/sq mi
Coordinates51.8193°N, 3.0630°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.9"
15% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 7.5"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.55"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

44 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 28, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 100 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 55 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 33 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 56 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 91 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 145 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 112 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 110 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 101 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 81 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 64 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 81 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 122 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 82 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 19 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 31 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 7 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 28 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 55 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 104 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 - 147 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 5.5 in
February 38°F (3°C) 3.9 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 4.2 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.1 in
May 51°F (10°C) 3.1 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in Driest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in Warmest
September 55°F (13°C) 4.2 in
October 49°F (10°C) 4.7 in
November 43°F (6°C) 5.2 in
December 40°F (5°C) 5.6 in Wettest

Govilon has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 38°F in February to 59°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (2.6").

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39.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 17% above the national average of 33.7%. 54.9% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.4%
17% above United Kingdom avg
High School+54.9%
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density363/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone52.4%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home34.3%

Radio Stations near Govilon

40 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
SOUL RADIO Only Classic Soul 50s, 60s AAC+ 192 kbps
SWU FM dnb, drum and bass MP3 128 kbps
Noods Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Heart Bristol pop music AAC 48 kbps
Dance Classics UK 90s, dance AAC 192 kbps
Like Radio - CHRISTMAS (MP3) christmas music, pop MP3 128 kbps
BBC Radio Bristol bbc, bristol UNKNOWN
Like Radio - POP (MP3) pop MP3 128 kbps
Nation 60s - MP3 128 kbps
BCfm 93.2 bristol, rock MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - ALT (MP3) alternative MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - COUNTRY (AAC+) country AAC+ 48 kbps
Hereford FC edgar street, hereford fc MP3 96 kbps
Like Radio - CHILL (MP3) chill, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - NEW (AAC+) pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ANTHEMS (AAC+) anthems, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ALT (AAC+) alternative AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ONE (AAC+) music AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand (AAC+) dance, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand Anthems (MP3) dance anthems, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - NEW (MP3) pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - HOLIDAY CLASSICS (MP3) classics, holiday MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - LOVE (MP3) love songs, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand Anthems (AAC+) dance anthems, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ONE (MP3) music MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - CHRISTMAS (AAC+) christmas music, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - RETRO (AAC+) pop, retro AAC+ 48 kbps
100% Whatever Westcountry - MP3
Like Radio - HOLIDAY (MP3) holiday, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - ANTHEMS (MP3) anthems, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - CHILL (AAC+) chill, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - COUNTRY (MP3) country MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand (MP3) dance, pop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Wigwam indie rock MP3
Ujima Radio african music, blues MP3 128 kbps
CruiseOne Radio electronic, indie MP3 256 kbps
Nation Love - AAC+ 47 kbps
Crystal Love Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Wave Community Radio - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Govilon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abergavenny Museum
Abertillery & District Museum
Arthur Machen's House
Big Pit: National Coal Museum
Blaenafon Community Museum
Blaenavon Iron Works
Brynmawr and District Museum
Caerleon Roman Fortress Baths
Ebbw Vale Works Museum
Hanbury Arms Haunted Hotel & Museum
Llancaiach-fawr
Llanyrafon Manor
Newport Medieval Ship museum
Newport Museum and Art Gallery
Our Chartist Heritage
Roman Legionary Museum Caerleon
Talgarth Mill
The Block of Coal
Torfaen Museum
Tredegar Medical Aid Society Heritage Centre
Tredegar Museum
Twyn y gaer Hill Fort
Usk Rural Life Museum
Winding House

Libraries in Govilon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aberbargoed Library0.0
Abercarn Library0.0
Abergavenny Library0.0
Abertillery Library0.0
Abertridwr Library0.0
Bargoed Library0.0
Bedwas Library0.0
Bettws Library0.0
Blackwood Library0.0
Blaenafon Library0.0
Blaina Library0.0
Brynmawr Library0.0
Caerleon Library0.0
Caerphilly Library0.0
Cwm Library0.0
Cwmbran Library0.0
Cwtsh Arts Centre0.0
Deri Library0.0
Ebbw Vale Library0.0
Former Caerleon Library0.0
Gilwern Community Hub0.0
Llyfrgell Maindee Library0.0
Machen Library0.0
Malpas Library0.0
Nelson Library0.0
Newport Central Library0.0
Oakdale Library0.0
Pillgwenlly Pop Up Library0.0
Pontypool Library0.0
Rhymney Library0.0
Ringland Library0.0
Risca Public Library0.0
Rogerstone Library0.0
St Julian's Library0.0
Talgarth Library0.0
Tredegar Library0.0
Treharris Library0.0
Usk Community Hub0.0
Ystrad Mynach Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Govilon

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Abergavenny Market
Bodega at The Priory
City Market
Cwmbran Marketplace
Emily's Indoor Market
Farm Shop Ponthir
Newport Market
Pontypool Indoor Market
Talgarth Livestock Market

Breweries in Govilon

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bragdy Twt Lol
Hog Brew
Sobremesa
Tudor Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Govilon

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Govilon

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bristol AirportBRSLarge Airport
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
MOD St Athan-Medium Airport
Abergavenny Airstrip-Small Airport
Allensmore Airfield-Small Airport
Avon Lane Airfield-Small Airport
Batch End Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Berrow Airstrip-Small Airport
Broadmeadow Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brookside Farm Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Byecross Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Charmy Down Airstrip-Small Airport
Chase Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Clutton Hill Airstrip-Small Airport
Colliers Elm Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Crumpton Oaks Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Ditton Priors Airstrip-Small Airport
Elan Valley Airstrip-Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Godney Airstrip-Small Airport
Green Acres Airstrip-Small Airport
Halesland Glider Field-Small Airport
Hanley Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hardwicke Airstrip-Small Airport
Hoe Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kemeys Commander Airstrip-Small Airport
Lane Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Langport Airstrip-Small Airport
Ledbury Airfield-Small Airport
Little Down Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Llangarron Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower Withial Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Michaelwood Airstrip-Small Airport
Middlezoy Aerodrome-Small Airport
Midland Glider Club-Small Airport
New Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Norton Malreward Airfield-Small Airport
Old Park Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Oldbury on Severn Airstrip-Small Airport
Orchardleigh Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Park Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Phocle Green Airstrip-Small Airport
Pound Green Airfield-Small Airport
Rhigos Airstrip-Small Airport
Rookery Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Shelsley Beauchamp Airstrip-Small Airport
Shobdon Airfield-Small Airport
South Wales Gliding Club-Small Airport
Spence Airfield-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Govilon

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christchurch
Llanwenarth Baptist Chapel
St Peter

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 Govilon

What is the population of Govilon?

Govilon has a population of 1,447 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 363 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Govilon expensive to live in?

The median household income is $52,742, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $428,619 (52% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,319 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Govilon?

Govilon 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 59°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 43.9 inches, with 7.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Govilon?

Govilon has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,014. There are 132 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Govilon?

The median home value in Govilon is $428,619. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,319. The homeownership rate is 72.3%.

How are the schools in Govilon?

39.4% of adults in Govilon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 54.9% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Govilon?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Govilon is 2.6% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.5% Asian. 98% of residents speak only English at home. 5.4% of the population are military veterans. 5.7% of residents have a disability.

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