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Knighton, United Kingdom
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Knighton is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 3,007. Elevation: 604 ft (184 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Knighton
Knighton is a market town and community on the River Teme in Powys, Wales. It is located on the England–Wales border, and a small part of the town, including its railway station, lies over the border in the Shropshire parish of Stowe.
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| Population | 3,007 |
| Population Density | 297 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 604 ft (184 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.3425°, -3.0471° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Wales |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 45.8 inches (1,162 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $45,604 |
| Median Age | 50.7 years |
About Knighton
Knighton is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 3,007. The city sits at an elevation of 604 feet (184 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Knighton vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Knighton vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $45,604 |
| 39% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $45,604 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $877 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 274 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 54.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.8% |
| Work from Home | 30.3% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $298,837 |
| 6% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,140 |
| 2% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 67.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.2% |
| Housing Units | 1,203 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.9°F |
| 13% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 253 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 604 ft (184 m) |
| Area | 1,012.5 sq mi (2,622.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 297/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.3425°N, 3.0471°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 5.2 in | |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.1 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 5.2 in | Wettest |
Knighton has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 37°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.2") and July the driest (2.6").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 31.9% |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 48.9% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 297/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1,012.5 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 54.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.8% |
| Work from Home | 30.3% |
Schools in Knighton
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Knighton C.I.W. School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Knighton
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 Knighton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cloverlands Model Car Collection | ||||
| Eardisland Dovecote | ||||
| Kington Museum | ||||
| Land of Lost Content | ||||
| The House on Crutches Museum | ||||
| The Judge's Lodging | ||||
| The Old Bell Museum | ||||
| Town Hall (museum) | ||||
| Weobley Museum & Local History Centre |
Libraries in Knighton
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop's Castle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Church Stretton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Craven Arms Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Knighton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Montgomery Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Presteigne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Kington Centre | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Knighton
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Hall | |||||
| The Square |
Restaurants in Knighton
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Knighton
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Knighton
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Knighton
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Knighton
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Knighton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monty's Brewery | ||||
| Three Tuns Brewery | ||||
| Three Tuns Brewery | ||||
| Three Tuns Brewery Sales |
Airports Near Knighton
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| RAF Cosford | - | Medium Airport |
| RAF Shawbury | - | Medium Airport |
| Abergavenny Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Allensmore Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Berrow Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Breidden Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Broadmeadow Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Byecross Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chirk Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Colliers Elm 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 |
| 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 |
| Nantclwyd Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| North Wales Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Oldbury on Severn Airstrip | - | 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 |
| 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 |
| Spence Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stitchin's Hill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Swinmore Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Talgarth Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Tern Hill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| The Plassey Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Knighton
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Knighton Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Knighton
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| King Edward's Church | |
| Knighton Baptist Church | |
| Knighton Methodist Church | |
| St David | |
| St Mary's | |
| St Michael's |
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What is the population of Knighton?
Knighton has a population of 3,007 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 297 people per square mile, spread across 1,012.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.
Is Knighton expensive to live in?
The median household income is $45,604, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $298,837 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,140 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Knighton?
Knighton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.8 inches.
How is the job market in Knighton?
Knighton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $877. There are 274 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Knighton?
The median home value in Knighton is $298,837. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,140. The homeownership rate is 67.9%.
How are the schools in Knighton?
31.9% of adults in Knighton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 48.9% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Knighton?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Knighton is 2.7% White, 1.1% Asian. 97.9% of residents speak only English at home. 5.1% of the population are military veterans. 5.9% of residents have a disability.