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Helston, United Kingdom
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Helston is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 12,184. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
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| Population | 12,184 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.1032°, -5.2705° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 42.9 inches (1,090 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $44,453 |
| Median Age | 47.6 years |
About Helston
Helston is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 12,184. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet (60 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Helston vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Helston vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,453 |
| 41% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $44,453 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $855 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,109 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.1% |
| Public Transit | 1.9% |
| Work from Home | 24.7% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $368,220 |
| 31% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,111 |
| 4% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 67.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.6% |
| Housing Units | 4,874 |
Property Tax
Climate in Helston
Helston has an average annual temperature of 11.1°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (16.1°C), the coldest is Feb (6.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1077 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.2°F |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Area | 3,058.0 sq mi (7,920.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.1032°N, 5.2705°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 44°F (7°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.5 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 5.2 in |
Helston has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 44°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 42.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (2.1").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.6% |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 49.4% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3,058.0 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.1% |
| Public Transit | 1.9% |
| Work from Home | 24.7% |
Schools in Helston
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sithney Community Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Nansloe Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Parc Eglos School | — | — | — | — |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Helston Community College | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Helston
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaos Radio (FR) | music | MP3 320 kbps | |
| The Source FM | classical, community radio | MP3 110 kbps |
Museums in Helston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden | ||||
| Barbara Hepworth Museum and Sculpture Garden | ||||
| Blue Hills Tin Streams | ||||
| Constantine Museum and Archive | ||||
| East Pool Mine | ||||
| Enys Gardens | ||||
| Gwithti an Pyrst A Cabinet of Folklore and Magic | ||||
| Helston Museum | ||||
| King Edward Mine | ||||
| Lizard Lighthouse Heritage Centre | ||||
| Lizard Wireless Station | ||||
| Marconi Centre | ||||
| Marizion Museum | ||||
| Michell's Engine House | ||||
| Moseley Heritage Museum | ||||
| National Maritime Museum Cornwall | ||||
| Pendennis Castle Museum | ||||
| Penryn Museum | ||||
| Perranporth Museum | ||||
| Poldark Mine | ||||
| Predannick Anti-Aircraft Battery | ||||
| Redruth Old Cornwall Society Museum | ||||
| Royal Cornwall Museum | ||||
| St Agnes Museum | ||||
| St Ives Archive | ||||
| St Ives Museum | ||||
| The Leach Pottery |
Libraries in Helston
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camborne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cornwall Poetry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Falmouth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hayle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Helston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penryn Library and Information Service | 0.0 | |||||
| Perranporth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Redruth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Saint Ives Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Agnes Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Truro Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Helston
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drill Hall | |||||
| Farmers Market | |||||
| Porthleven Harbour Market |
Hotels in Helston
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Helston
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Helston
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Helston
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Helston
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Helston
1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Helston
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Helston
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Helston
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Helston
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Helston
3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Helston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Flag Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Cuckoo Valley Cider | ||||
| Driftwood Spars Brewery & Pub | ||||
| Dynamite Valley Brewing Co Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Gweal Mellin Cider Co | ||||
| Keltek Brewery | ||||
| Lacuna Brewing Co Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Lizard Ales | ||||
| Penzance Brewing Company | ||||
| Pipeline Brewing Co & Taproom | ||||
| St Ives Cider Company | ||||
| The Mussel Shoals | ||||
| Touchwood Cider | ||||
| Treens Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Trevors Farmhouse Cider | ||||
| Verdant Brewing Co Brewery & Taproom |
Stadiums & Teams in Helston
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Helston
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cornwall Airport Newquay | NQY | Medium Airport |
| RNAS Culdrose | — | Medium Airport |
| Bodmin Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bonnallack Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Land's End Airport | LEQ | Small Airport |
| Lower Botrea | — | Small Airport |
| Perranporth Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Polpidnick Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Porthtowan Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Predannack Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| RAF Davidstow Moor | — | Small Airport |
| Roche Barton Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tempest Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Truro Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Helston
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Helston Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Helston
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Helston Methodist Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Light and Life Centre | |
| Saint Mary's Catholic Church | |
| St Michael | |
| St Sithney | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| Trewennack Methodist Church |
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What is the population of Helston?
Helston has a population of 12,184 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 3,058.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.
Is Helston expensive to live in?
The median household income is $44,453, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $368,220 (31% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,111 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Helston?
Helston has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.9 inches.
How is the job market in Helston?
Helston has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $855. There are 1,109 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Helston?
The median home value in Helston is $368,220. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,111. The homeownership rate is 67.4%.
How are the schools in Helston?
30.6% of adults in Helston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.4% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Helston?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Helston is 3.7% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.9% Asian. 97.6% of residents speak only English at home. 6.3% of the population are military veterans. 6.2% of residents have a disability.