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Helfaut, France
Hauts-de-France · France
Helfaut is a small town in Hauts-de-France, France with a population of 1,748. Elevation: 305 ft (93 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Helfaut
Helfaut is a commune in the Pas-de-Calais department in the Hauts-de-France region of France 4 miles (6 km) south of Saint-Omer, on a geological formation called the "plateau d'Helfaut", which separates the Aa valley to the north from the Lys valley, to the south.
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AClimate
| Population | 1,748 |
| Population Density | 508 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 305 ft (93 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.6978°, 2.2423° |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
| Country | 🇫🇷 France |
| State / Province | Hauts-de-France |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.6 inches (1,284 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.5 inches (14 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $24,829 |
About Helfaut
Helfaut is a small town in France (Hauts-de-France) with a population of 1,748. The city sits at an elevation of 305 feet (93 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.
Income: Helfaut vs France
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $24,829 |
| 67% below France avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.3% |
| 103% above France avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.1% |
| 99% below France avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 105 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $115,600 |
| 59% below France avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $578 |
| 50% below France avg | |
| Rent Burden | 25.0% |
Ownership & Property
| Housing Units | 699 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.3°F |
| 3% below France avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 222 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 305 ft (93 m) |
| Area | 3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 508/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.6978°N, 2.2423°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Paris |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1858 | NORTH SEA | Unknown | 6.0 m | - | 58 km |
| 1911 | FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND | Meteorological | 0.9 m | - | 83 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 59°F (15°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.7 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.0 in | Wettest |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.5 in |
Helfaut has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 39°F in February to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.7").
Schools in Helfaut
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| École primaire Publique F. Dolto P. Kergomard | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Helfaut
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banquise FM | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Yellow Radio | dance, deep | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Eurodance Classic (BE) | 90s, eurodance | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CHIC RADIO HITS | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Saravadio | alternative / indie | MP3 320 kbps | |
| DELTA FM - Terre de Camargue | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Delta FM | musique | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Uylenspiegel | folk | MP3 192 kbps | |
| TEMPO 62 | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Helfaut
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agincourt 1415 centre | ||||
| Archives municipales | ||||
| Centre Azincourt 1415 | ||||
| Centre Interprétation Art et Culture | ||||
| La Coupole | ||||
| Les Brigades de l'AA | ||||
| Maison de l'Archéologie | ||||
| Maison de la Bataille | ||||
| Maison des Archers | ||||
| Maison du Marais de Saint-Omer | ||||
| Maison du Westhoek - Office de tourisme | ||||
| Musée de l'Hôtel Sandelin | ||||
| Musée de la Mine | ||||
| Musée Départemental de Flandre | ||||
| Musée des Gigottos Automates | ||||
| Musée Guillaume de Rubrouck | ||||
| Musée Henri Dupuis | ||||
| Musée Jeanne Devos |
Libraries in Helfaut
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bibiothèque communale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque d'Agglomération de Saint-Omer | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque d'Audruicq | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque Municipale | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale de Fruges | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque municipale Louis Aragon | 0.0 | |||||
| Bibliothèque René Goscinny | 0.0 | |||||
| La Maison du Rivage | 0.0 | |||||
| Media'Tour (médiathèque) | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathéque d'Arques | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Buysscheure | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque de Lumbres | 0.0 | |||||
| Médiathèque Julia Kervéleo | 0.0 | |||||
| Public library | 0.0 | |||||
| Service territorial de la lecture publique — Site de Lillers | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Helfaut
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marché | |||||
| Place d'Audruicq | |||||
| Tuesday Morning |
Breweries in Helfaut
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbaye de Clairmarais | ||||
| Ancienne brasserie-malterie de la Lys | ||||
| Brasserie du Pays Flamand | ||||
| Brasserie Thiriez | ||||
| BrewBlock | ||||
| La Brasserie Airoise |
Airports Near Helfaut
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ostend-Bruges International Airport | OST | Large Airport |
| Abbeville-Buigny Baie de Somme Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Calais Marck Airport | CQF | Medium Airport |
| Koksijde Air Base | - | Medium Airport |
| Le Touquet-Côte d'Opale Airport | LTQ | Medium Airport |
| Merville-Calonne Airport | HZB | Medium Airport |
| Albert Bray airport | BYF | Small Airport |
| Arras-Roclincourt Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Berck-sur-Mer Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Boulogne-sur-Mer - Alprech Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Bouttemy DZ | - | Small Airport |
| Dunkerque-Les Moëres Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Frévent ULM | - | Small Airport |
| Herlies ULM | - | Small Airport |
| La Boisselle Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lens-Bénifontaine Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Inglevert Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Saint-Omer Wizernes Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Verchocq Airpark | - | Small Airport |
| Vitry-en-Artois Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Helfaut
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Chapelle | |
| Église Saint-Denis | |
| Église Saints-Fuscien-et-Victoric |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Helfaut?
Helfaut has a population of 1,748 residents and is located in France. The population density is 508 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles.
Is Helfaut expensive to live in?
The median household income is $24,829, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $115,600 (59% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $578 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Helfaut?
Helfaut has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.6 inches, with 5.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Helfaut?
The unemployment rate in Helfaut is 7.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 105 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Helfaut?
The median home value in Helfaut is $115,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $578.