Highbridge, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Highbridge is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 5,986. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

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

5,986 Population
23 ft Elevation 7 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
38.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Highbridge

Highbridge

Highbridge is a historic market town on the edge of the Somerset Levels near the mouth of the River Brue in the county of Somerset, England. It is 20 miles (32 km) northeast of Taunton and 7 miles (11 km) north of Bridgwater. Highbridge closely neighbours Burnham-on-Sea, forming part of the combined parish of Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge and shares a town council with the resort town. The 2001 Census recorded Highbridge's population as 5,986. In the 2011 Census the population of the town was included in the ward of Highbridge and Burnham Marine, which totalled 7,555.

People

Population5,986

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Population5,986
Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates51.2167°, -2.9833°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation38.3 inches (973 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.3 inches (8 cm)

About Highbridge

Highbridge is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 5,986. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Climate in Highbridge

Highbridge has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 989 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 99.6
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 57.4
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 83.8
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 59.8
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 57.8
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 66.4
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 69.6
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 76.2
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 96.4
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 114.1
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 102.8
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 104.9
Highbridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches. The area receives 3.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Geography

Elevation23 ft (7 m)
Coordinates51.2167°N, 2.9833°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.3"
1% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 3.3"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.78"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

38 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 M4.7 122 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 79 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 83 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 84 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 121 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 14 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 129 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 149 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 31 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 14 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 149 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 57 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 40 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 40 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 67 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 14 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 48 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 123 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 55 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 88 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 - 80 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 3.7 in
February 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 2.8 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.0 in Driest
May 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.4 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
August 62°F (17°C) 2.9 in Warmest
September 58°F (14°C) 3.2 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.8 in Wettest

Highbridge has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 41°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.8") and April the driest (2.0").

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Schools in Highbridge

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
The King Alfred School - - - -
Churchfield Church School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Highbridge

20 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
Heart Bristol pop music AAC 48 kbps
Dance Classics UK 90s, dance AAC 192 kbps
Noods Radio - MP3 192 kbps
BBC Radio Bristol bbc, bristol UNKNOWN
Nation 60s - MP3 128 kbps
BCfm 93.2 bristol, rock MP3 128 kbps
Rage FM drum and bass, hardcore MP3 128 kbps
Wave Community Radio - MP3 128 kbps
100% Whatever Westcountry - MP3
Crystal Love Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Somervalley fm community radio, local station MP3 192 kbps
Radio Ninesprings - MP3 256 kbps
Nation Love - AAC+ 47 kbps
CruiseOne Radio electronic, indie MP3 256 kbps
10 Radio 105.3 - Wiveliscombe community radio, somerset MP3 128 kbps
Ujima Radio african music, blues MP3 128 kbps
Radio Wigwam indie rock MP3
Thornbury Radio - MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Highbridge

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bishops Lydeard Mill
Brick & Tile Museum
Clevedon Pier Shop
Cosmeston Medieval Village
Cosmeston Medieval Village
County Classics Motor Museum
Gauge Museum Bishops Lydeard
King John's Hunting Lodge;King John's Hunting Lodge (Axbridge Museum)
Lambretta Museum
Museum of Prehistory
Museum of Somerset
Nether Stowey Library
Sandford Station Railway Heritage Centre
Somerset Cricket Museum
Somerset Military Museum
Techniquest
Techniquest
The Admiral Blake Museum
The Helicopter Museum
The Helicopter Museum
The Mill House
Webbington Farm
Weston Museum
Westonzoyland Pumping Station Museum

Libraries in Highbridge

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bishops Lydeard Library0.0
Bridgwater Library0.0
Cheddar Library0.0
Clevedon Library0.0
Congresbury Community Library0.0
Dinas Powys Community Library0.0
Dinas Powys Community Library0.0
Langport Library0.0
Martock Library0.0
Nailsea Library0.0
Nether Stowey Library0.0
North Petherton Community Library0.0
Penarth Library0.0
Somerset County Council-Highways Depot0.0
Street Library0.0
Sully & Lavernock Community Library Trust0.0
Taunton Library0.0
Wellington Library0.0
Weston-super-Mare Town Library0.0
Winscombe Library0.0
Worle Childrens Centre and Library0.0
Xenia0.0
Yatton Library0.0

Hotels in Highbridge

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Travelodge

Cafes in Highbridge

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Costa
Starbucks

Train Stations in Highbridge

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Highbridge and Burnham

Gas Stations in Highbridge

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asda
Bunscome Garage
Esso

Breweries in Highbridge

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Butcombe Brewery
Cheddar Ales
Cheddar Ales
Clevedon Micro Brewey
Quantock Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Highbridge

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Highbridge

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Warmwell Snowsport Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Highbridge

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bristol AirportBRSLarge Airport
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
Exeter International AirportEXTMedium Airport
MOD St Athan-Medium Airport
RNAS YeoviltonYEOMedium Airport
Abergavenny Airstrip-Small Airport
Avon Lane Airfield-Small Airport
Badminton Airfield-Small Airport
Bagber Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Batch End Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club-Small Airport
Bowldown Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Branscombe Airfield-Small Airport
Bristol and Gloucestershire Gliding Club-Small Airport
Brookside Farm Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Brown Shutters 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
Curry Rivel Airstrip-Small Airport
Dunkeswell Airfield-Small Airport
Farway Common Airfield-Small Airport
Garston Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Godney Airstrip-Small Airport
Great House Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Gutchpool Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Halesland Glider Field-Small Airport
Henstridge Airfield-Small Airport
Hermitage Airstrip-Small Airport
Heywood Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kemeys Commander Airstrip-Small Airport
Langport Airstrip-Small Airport
Llangarron Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower Manor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower Withial Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower-Durston Airstrip-Small Airport
Melbury Airstrip-Small Airport
Michaelwood Airstrip-Small Airport
Middle Chinnock Airstrip-Small Airport
Middle Pymore Farm Airstrip (Private)-Small Airport
Middlegate Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Middlezoy Aerodrome-Small Airport
New Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
North Hill Glider Field-Small Airport
Norton Malreward Airfield-Small Airport
Old Park Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Oldbury on Severn Airstrip-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Highbridge

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Gospel Centre
Hope Baptist Church
St John the Evangelist

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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Highbridge has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 38.3 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow.

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