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Laxey, Isle of Man
Laxey · Isle of Man
Laxey is a small town in Laxey, Isle of Man with a population of 1,768. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Laxey
The Laxey Wheel is built into the hillside above the village of Laxey in the Isle of Man. It is the largest surviving original working waterwheel in the world. Designed by Robert Casement, the wheel has a 72-foot-6-inch (22.1Â m) diameter, is 6 feet (1.8Â m) wide and revolves approximately three times per minute.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,768 |
| Population Density | 867 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 154 ft (47 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.2302°, -4.3999° |
| Timezone | Europe/Isle_of_Man |
| Country | 🇮🇲 Isle of Man |
| State / Province | Laxey |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.0 inches (1,092 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Laxey
Laxey is a small town in Isle of Man (Laxey) with a population of 1,768. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet (47 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/Isle_of_Man.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.0°F |
| 13% below Isle of Man avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 258 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 154 ft (47 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 867/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.2302°N, 4.3999°W |
| Timezone | Europe/Isle_of_Man |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 3.2 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 4.6 in |
Laxey has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 39°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.8") and May the driest (2.5").
Schools in Laxey
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laxey School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Laxey
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EnergyFM | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Manx Radio AM (GB) | top 40 | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Laxey
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foxdale Heritage Centre | ||||
| Isle of Man Motor Museum | ||||
| Jurby Transport Museum | ||||
| M.E.R. Museum | ||||
| Manx Aviation and Military Museum | ||||
| Manx Museum | ||||
| Murray's Motorcycle Museum | ||||
| Museum of the Manx Regiment | ||||
| Rushen Abbey | ||||
| Rushen Abbey Visitor Centre | ||||
| The Grove Museum | ||||
| The Old Vicarage |
Libraries in Laxey
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Family Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Henry Bloom Noble Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ramsey Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Harvey Briggs Onchan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tynwald Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Laxey
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Market Hall |
Restaurants in Laxey
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Laxey
6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Laxey
5 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Laxey
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Laxey
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Laxey
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Laxey
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Laxey
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apple Orphanage | ||||
| Bushys Brewery | ||||
| Hooded Ram Brewery Co. |
Airports Near Laxey
8 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Isle of Man Airport | IOM | Large Airport |
| Andreas Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Andreas-Ballavoddan House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Castle Kennedy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Falgunzeon Glider Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lennox Plunton Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mount Rule Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Wigtown Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Laxey
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Agneash Methodist Church | |
| Baldrine Methodist Chapel | |
| Christ Church Laxey | |
| Laxey Methodist Church |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Isle of Man
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Frequently Asked Questions About Laxey
What is the population of Laxey?
Laxey has a population of 1,768 residents and is located in Isle of Man. The population density is 867 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Laxey?
Laxey has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 258 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.0 inches.