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Kington, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Kington is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,626. Elevation: 512 ft (156 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kington
Kington is a market town and civil parish in Herefordshire, England. The parish had a population of 3,240.
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| Population | 2,626 |
| Population Density | 260 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 512 ft (156 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.2041°, -3.0255° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.9 inches (1,114 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 7.5 inches (19 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $44,107 |
| Median Age | 48.6 years |
About Kington
Kington is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,626. The city sits at an elevation of 512 feet (156 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Kington vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Kington vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,107 |
| 41% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $44,107 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $848 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 239 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 54.2% |
| Public Transit | 1.0% |
| Work from Home | 25.6% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $366,677 |
| 30% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,103 |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 67.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.5% |
| Housing Units | 1,050 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 207 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 512 ft (156 m) |
| Area | 10.1 sq mi (26.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 260/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.2041°N, 3.0255°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 3.6 in | Coldest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 3.6 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 5.0 in |
Kington has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 38°F in February to 59°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 43.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (2.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 32.7% |
| 3% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 49.6% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 260/sq mi |
| Total Area | 10.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 54.2% |
| Public Transit | 1.0% |
| Work from Home | 25.6% |
Schools in Kington
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lady Hawkins' School | - | - | - | - |
| Kington Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gladestry Church-in-Wales Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Kington
27 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Like Radio - CHRISTMAS (MP3) | christmas music, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - POP (MP3) | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - CHILL (MP3) | chill, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hereme 2000s pop | 2000's, pop | MP3 | |
| Sunshine 855 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - LOVE (MP3) | love songs, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - HOLIDAY CLASSICS (MP3) | classics, holiday | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - NEW (MP3) | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - DanceLand Anthems (MP3) | dance anthems, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - DanceLand (AAC+) | dance, pop | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - ONE (AAC+) | music | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - ALT (AAC+) | alternative | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - COUNTRY (AAC+) | country | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Hereford FC | edgar street, hereford fc | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Like Radio - DanceLand (MP3) | dance, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - ALT (MP3) | alternative | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - NEW (AAC+) | pop | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - DanceLand Anthems (AAC+) | dance anthems, pop | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - ONE (MP3) | music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - CHRISTMAS (AAC+) | christmas music, pop | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - RETRO (AAC+) | pop, retro | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - ANTHEMS (AAC+) | anthems, pop | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - HOLIDAY (MP3) | holiday, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - ANTHEMS (MP3) | anthems, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - CHILL (AAC+) | chill, pop | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - COUNTRY (MP3) | country | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Kington
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eardisland Dovecote | ||||
| Kington Museum | ||||
| Land of Lost Content | ||||
| Talgarth Mill | ||||
| The Judge's Lodging | ||||
| Town Hall (museum) | ||||
| Weobley Museum & Local History Centre |
Libraries in Kington
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Craven Arms Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hay-on-Wye Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Knighton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Presteigne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Talgarth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Kington Centre | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Kington
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hay Butter Market | |||||
| Hay Cheese Market | |||||
| Hay Market | |||||
| Hay Market | |||||
| Market Hall | |||||
| Talgarth Livestock Market |
Hotels in Kington
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kington
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kington
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Kington
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Kington
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kington
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kington
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Kington
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky 7 Beer Co | ||||
| Sobremesa |
Airports Near Kington
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| RAF Cosford | - | Medium Airport |
| RAF Shawbury | - | Medium Airport |
| Abergavenny Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Allensmore Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Badminton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Berrow Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Breidden Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bristol and Gloucestershire Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Broadmeadow Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Byecross Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chase Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chirk Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Colliers Elm Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crumpton Oaks Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ditton Priors Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Elan Valley Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Forest Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Garston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Green Acres Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hanley Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hardwicke Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hoe Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kemeys Commander Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ledbury Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Little Down Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Llangarron Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Longford Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Michaelwood Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Midland Glider Club | - | Small Airport |
| Mill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Old Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Oldbury on Severn Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Over Farm Microlight | - | Small Airport |
| Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pencraig Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Peplow Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Phocle Green Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pillows Barn Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pound Green Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rhigos Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rookery Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sandford Hall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Shelsley Beauchamp Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Shifnal Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Shobdon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sleap Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| South Wales Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kington
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Gladestry Mobile Post Office Service | |
| Kington Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kington
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall | |
| Kington Baptist Church | |
| Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin | |
| Saint Stephen | |
| St Bede's | |
| St Mary's Church Gladestry | |
| St Michael & All Angels | |
| St Thomas a Becket |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Kington?
Kington has a population of 2,626 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 260 people per square mile, spread across 10.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.9% female and 49.1% male.
Is Kington expensive to live in?
The median household income is $44,107, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $366,677 (30% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,103 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 Kington?
Kington has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 43.9 inches, with 7.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Kington?
Kington has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $848. There are 239 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Kington?
The median home value in Kington is $366,677. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,103. The homeownership rate is 67.5%.
How are the schools in Kington?
32.7% of adults in Kington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.6% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Kington?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Kington is 5.7% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.5% Asian. 94.8% of residents speak only English at home. 6.1% of the population are military veterans. 5.3% of residents have a disability.