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Lifton, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Lifton is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,180. Elevation: 246 ft (75 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
1,180 Population 0/sq mi density
246 ft Elevation 75 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
42.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,070 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$49,070 median income, 3.5% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$394,080 home value, $1,227/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Lifton

Lifton

Lifton is a village and civil parish in Devon, South West England near the confluence of the rivers Wolf and Lyd, 1¼ miles south of the A30 trunk road and very near the border between Devon and Cornwall. The village is part of the electoral ward of Thrushel. The population of the surrounding Thrushel ward at the 2011 census was 1680.

People

Population1,180
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density0/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,070
Per Capita$49,070
Unemployment3.5%

Housing

C
Home Value$394,080
Rent$1,227
Ownership71.7%
Housing Units472

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation246 ft (75 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.1%
High School+50.8%

Community

Population1,180
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation246 ft (75 m)
Coordinates50.6436°, -4.2822°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation42.6 inches (1,082 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,070
Median Age51.6 years

About Lifton

Lifton is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,180. The city sits at an elevation of 246 feet (75 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 42.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Lifton has a population of 1,180 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,058.0 square miles. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. The city is predominantly White (2.6%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.3% of residents. 7.3% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 5.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,180
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above United Kingdom avg
3,058.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.3%
25% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 1.7%

Social Characteristics

Lifton vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Lifton is $49,070, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,070 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $944, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 107 business establishments. 31.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lifton vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$49,070
35% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,070
Avg Weekly Wage$944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)107

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.9%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home31.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Lifton is $394,080, 40% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,227 (6% above the national average of $1,163). 71.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 472 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$394,080
40% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,227
6% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.7%
Owner-Occupied71.7%
Renter-Occupied28.3%
Housing Units472

Property Tax

Lifton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 246 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation246 ft (75 m)
Area3,058.0 sq mi (7,920.3 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates50.6436°N, 4.2822°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.6"
12% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.08"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

31 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 17, 2018.

Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 142 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 124 km
Nov 10, 1996 19 km S of St Just, United Kingdom M4.1 123 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 80 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 48 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 104 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 104 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 94 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 81 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 138 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 126 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 133 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 104 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 64 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 139 km
Jan 19, 2001 53 km S of Mullion, United Kingdom M3.2 134 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 60 km
Jan 28, 2002 1 km S of Abercarn, United Kingdom M3.0 136 km
Sep 5, 1999 15 km WSW of Salcombe, United Kingdom M2.9 57 km
Feb 8, 1998 18 km SW of Mullion, United Kingdom M2.9 116 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 92 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 4.8 in
February 41°F (5°C) 3.6 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 3.3 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in
October 52°F (11°C) 4.4 in
November 46°F (8°C) 4.8 in
December 43°F (6°C) 5.1 in Wettest

Lifton has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.1") and July the driest (2.4").

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34.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% above the national average of 33.7%. 50.8% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.1%
1% above United Kingdom avg
High School+50.8%
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density0/sq mi
Total Area3,058.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.9%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home31.4%

Schools in Lifton

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lifton Community Academy
Lew Trenchard Church of England Primary School
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Radio Stations near Lifton

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BBC Radio Devon UNKNOWN
Ocean City Radio various MP3 192 kbps
Radio Newquay MP3 128 kbps
Mechanical Music Radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Drake UK hip hop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Drake hip hop MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Lifton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Callington Heritage Centre
Canal Barge Workshop
Cotehele Quay Discovery Centre
H. Elliott
Holsworthy Museum
Lawrence House Museum
Liskeard and District Museum
Minions Heritage Centre
Plym Valley Railway
Saltash Heritage Museum
Tavistock Museum
War Horse Valley Country Farm Park

Libraries in Lifton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Crownhill Library0.0
Ernesettle Library0.0
Ernesettle Library0.0
Estover Library0.0
Estover Library0.0
Launceston Library0.0
liskeard Library0.0
Peverell Library0.0
Saltash Library0.0
St Budeaux Library0.0
Tavistock Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Lifton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Pendeen Car Boot
Tavistock Livestock Market
Tavistock Pannier Market

Hotels in Lifton

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lewtrenchard Manor
Lifton Hall
The Arundell

Restaurants in Lifton

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fox & Grapes
Lifton Farm Shop - Pick your own

Cafes in Lifton

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lakeside Cafe

Monuments in Lifton

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cross

Breweries in Lifton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bere Brewery
Cornish Orchards
Firebrand Brewing & Taproom
Heathen Soul Brewery
Holsworthy Ales
Kernowek Bevvies Cider Mill
Stannary Brewing Company & Taproom

Airports Near Lifton

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cornwall Airport NewquayNQYMedium Airport
Royal Marines Base ChivenorMedium Airport
Belle Vue AirfieldSmall Airport
Bodmin AirfieldSmall Airport
Bolt Head AirfieldSmall Airport
Brent Tor Glider FieldSmall Airport
Eaglescott AirfieldSmall Airport
Eggesford AirfieldSmall Airport
Gorrel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Halwell AirstripSmall Airport
Hunsdon Lea AirstripSmall Airport
Lundy Island AirfieldSmall Airport
Marldon AirstripSmall Airport
RAF Davidstow MoorSmall Airport
Roche Barton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
St Mellion AirstripSmall Airport
Tinnel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Well Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Westacott Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Westover Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Lifton

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Lewdown Post Office
Lifton Stores and Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lifton

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints Church
Church of St Nonna
Lifton Methodist Church
Parish Church of St Mary
St George's Church
St John
St Mary the Virgin
St Mary the Virgin
St Nicholas Church
St Peter's Church

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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Frequently Asked Questions About Lifton

What is the population of Lifton?

Lifton has a population of 1,180 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,058.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Lifton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,070, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $394,080 (40% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,227 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Lifton?

Lifton 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. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.6 inches.

How is the job market in Lifton?

Lifton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $944. There are 107 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lifton?

The median home value in Lifton is $394,080. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,227. The homeownership rate is 71.7%.

How are the schools in Lifton?

34.1% of adults in Lifton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 50.8% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Lifton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lifton is 2.6% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.8% Asian. 98.3% of residents speak only English at home. 7.3% of the population are military veterans. 5.3% of residents have a disability.

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