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Great Torrington, United Kingdom
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Great Torrington is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 5,714. Elevation: 325 ft (99 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
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| Population | 5,714 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 325 ft (99 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.9531°, -4.1440° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.4 inches (1,103 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $43,720 |
| Median Age | 51.3 years |
About Great Torrington
Great Torrington is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 5,714. The city sits at an elevation of 325 feet (99 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Great Torrington vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Great Torrington vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $43,720 |
| 42% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $43,720 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $841 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 520 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.5% |
| Public Transit | 2.2% |
| Work from Home | 25.9% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $348,938 |
| 24% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,093 |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 70.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 29.6% |
| Housing Units | 2,286 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.0°F |
| 7% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 257 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 325 ft (99 m) |
| Area | 869.2 sq mi (2,251.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.9531°N, 4.1440°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 | — | 95 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 4.9 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 3.2 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 4.5 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
Great Torrington has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 41°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.0") and May the driest (2.5").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 26.2% |
| 22% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 43.8% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Total Area | 869.2 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.5% |
| Public Transit | 2.2% |
| Work from Home | 25.9% |
Schools in Great Torrington
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Great Torrington Bluecoat Church of England Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Great Torrington School | — | — | — | — |
| Monkleigh Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Langtree Community School and Nursery Unit | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Great Torrington
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Newquay | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mechanical Music Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Great Torrington
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Braunton and District Museum | ||||
| Burton at Bideford | ||||
| Carriage House | ||||
| Cobbaton Combat Museum | ||||
| Finch Foundry (NT) | ||||
| Great Torrington Heritage Museum | ||||
| Holsworthy Museum | ||||
| Mortehoe Museum | ||||
| Mortehoe Museum | ||||
| Museum of Barnstaple & North Devon | ||||
| Museum of British Surfing | ||||
| Museum Of Dartmoor Life | ||||
| North Devon Maritime Museum | ||||
| St Anne's Chapel | ||||
| The Arthur Westlake Museum | ||||
| War Horse Valley Country Farm Park |
Libraries in Great Torrington
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appledore Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bideford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Braunton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Combe Martin Library | 0.0 | |||||
| North Devon Library & Record Office | 0.0 | |||||
| Okehampton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Torrington Library & Tourist Information Centre | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Great Torrington
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bideford Pannier Market | |||||
| Pannier Market |
Hotels in Great Torrington
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Great Torrington
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Great Torrington
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Great Torrington
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Great Torrington
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Great Torrington
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Great Torrington
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Great Torrington
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Great Torrington
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Great Torrington
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clearwater Brewery | ||||
| Combe Brewing Company | ||||
| Country Life Brewery | ||||
| FatBelly Brewery | ||||
| GT Ales | ||||
| Holsworthy Ales | ||||
| Honey Wood Orchard | ||||
| The Buckland Brewers | ||||
| Yelland Manor Brewery |
Airports Near Great Torrington
25 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Exeter International Airport | EXT | Medium Airport |
| MOD St Athan | — | Medium Airport |
| Royal Marines Base Chivenor | — | Medium Airport |
| Swansea Airport | SWS | Medium Airport |
| Belle Vue Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bodmin Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bolt Head Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Brent Tor Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Brookside Farm Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Eaglescott Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Eggesford Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gorrel Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Halwell Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hunsdon Lea Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lundy Island Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Marldon Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Old Park Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| RAF Davidstow Moor | — | Small Airport |
| Roche Barton Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| St Mellion Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tinnel Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Well Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Westacott Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Westover Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Great Torrington
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Monkleigh Post Office | |
| Torrington Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Great Torrington
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints | |
| All SaintsChurch | |
| Chapel of St Mary Magdalene | |
| Holy Trinity | |
| St George | |
| St Giles | |
| St Giles | |
| St Mary and St Gregory | |
| St Mary Magdalene | |
| St Michael and All Angels' Church | |
| The Bible Christian Chapel | |
| Torrington Baptist Church | |
| Torrington Methodist Church |
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What is the population of Great Torrington?
Great Torrington has a population of 5,714 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 869.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.
Is Great Torrington expensive to live in?
The median household income is $43,720, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $348,938 (24% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,093 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Great Torrington?
Great Torrington 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 61°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches.
How is the job market in Great Torrington?
Great Torrington has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $841. There are 520 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Great Torrington?
The median home value in Great Torrington is $348,938. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,093. The homeownership rate is 70.4%.
How are the schools in Great Torrington?
26.2% of adults in Great Torrington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.8% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Great Torrington?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Great Torrington is 1.9% White, 0.6% Asian. 98.7% of residents speak only English at home. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 6.0% of residents have a disability.