Ilfracombe, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Ilfracombe is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 11,035. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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People
Climate
| Population | 11,035 |
| Population Density | 10,611 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.2093°, -4.1134° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.5 inches (1,180 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ilfracombe
Ilfracombe is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 11,035. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Ilfracombe
Ilfracombe has an average annual temperature of 11.5°C (53°F). The hottest month is Aug (16.8°C), the coldest is Jan (6.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1359 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.7°F |
| 8% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 46 ft (14 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 10,611/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.2093°N, 4.1134°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 | - | 111 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 5.2 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 3.6 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.7 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 4.0 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 5.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 5.4 in |
Ilfracombe has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.5") and May the driest (2.5").
Schools in Ilfracombe
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ilfracombe Church of England Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| The Ilfracombe Church of England Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Ilfracombe Infant and Nursery School | - | - | - | - |
| West Down School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ilfracombe
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| XL:UK Radio | afrobeat, asian urban hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Easy 50s | - | MP3 | |
| Radio Newquay | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mechanical Music Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| RustRadio | metal | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Ilfracombe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Braunton and District Museum | ||||
| Burton at Bideford | ||||
| Carriage House | ||||
| Cobbaton Combat Museum | ||||
| Combe Martin Museum | ||||
| Hele Cornmill | ||||
| Ilfracombe Museum | ||||
| Mortehoe Museum | ||||
| Mortehoe Museum | ||||
| Museum of Barnstaple & North Devon | ||||
| Museum of British Surfing | ||||
| North Devon Maritime Museum | ||||
| St Anne's Chapel |
Libraries in Ilfracombe
| 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 | |||||
| Ilfracombe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| North Devon Library & Record Office | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Ilfracombe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bideford Pannier Market | |||||
| Pannier Market |
Hotels in Ilfracombe
13 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Ilfracombe
17 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Ilfracombe
28 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Ilfracombe
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Ilfracombe
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Ilfracombe
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Ilfracombe
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Ilfracombe
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Ilfracombe
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Ilfracombe
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Ilfracombe
4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Ilfracombe
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Ilfracombe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clearwater Brewery | ||||
| Combe Brewing Company | ||||
| Country Life Brewery | ||||
| FatBelly Brewery | ||||
| GT Ales | ||||
| Honey Wood Orchard | ||||
| Madrigal Brewery & Tap | ||||
| Yelland Manor Brewery |
Airports Near Ilfracombe
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 |
| Bethesda | - | Small Airport |
| Bodmin Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brent Tor Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Brookside Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coetir Bach Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crymych Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Eaglescott Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eggesford Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gorrel Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lundy Island Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Marldon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Old Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pembrey West Wales Airport | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Davidstow Moor | - | Small Airport |
| Rhigos Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| St Mellion Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Well Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Westacott Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Westover Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ilfracombe
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ilfracombe Post Office | |
| West Down Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ilfracombe
12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Baptist Church | |
| Brookdale Free Church | |
| Emmanuel Church | |
| Encounter Church | |
| Holy Trinity Parish Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Parish Church of Our Lady Star of the Sea | |
| St Calixtus | |
| St Peter's Church | |
| St Philip & St James Church (Pip & Jim's) | |
| St. Nicholas Chapel | |
| The Salvation Army Ilfracombe Church & Community Centre |
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
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What is the population of Ilfracombe?
Ilfracombe has a population of 11,035 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 10,611 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ilfracombe?
Ilfracombe 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 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 46.5 inches.
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