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Liskeard, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Liskeard is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 9,237. Elevation: 423 ft (129 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
9,237 Population 3/sq mi density
423 ft Elevation 129 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
40.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$44,453 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$44,453 median income, 4.6% unemployment
D
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$368,220 home value, $1,111/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population9,237
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,453
Per Capita$44,453
Unemployment4.6%

Housing

D
Home Value$368,220
Rent$1,111
Ownership67.4%
Housing Units3,695

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation423 ft (129 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.6%
High School+49.4%

Community

Population9,237
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Coordinates50.4545°, -4.4652°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation40.8 inches (1,036 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$44,453
Median Age47.6 years

About Liskeard

Liskeard is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 9,237. The city sits at an elevation of 423 feet (129 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 40.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Liskeard has a population of 9,237 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 3,058.0 square miles. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (3.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.6% of residents. 6.3% of the population are veterans. 6.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

9,237
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above United Kingdom avg
3,058.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.6%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.4%

Social Characteristics

Liskeard vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Liskeard is $44,453, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,453 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $855, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 841 business establishments. 24.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Liskeard vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,453
41% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$44,453
Avg Weekly Wage$855

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)841

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.1%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home24.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Liskeard is $368,220, 31% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,111 (4% below the national average of $1,163). 67.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,695 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$368,220
31% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,111
4% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership67.4%
Owner-Occupied67.4%
Renter-Occupied32.6%
Housing Units3,695

Property Tax

Climate in Liskeard

Liskeard has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1005 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 113.4
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 81.8
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 85.2
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 61.3
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 67.5
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 54.7
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 51.2
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 63.6
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 84.7
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 110.1
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 104.3
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 126.8
Liskeard 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 262 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 423 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Area3,058.0 sq mi (7,920.3 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates50.4545°N, 4.4652°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.8"
7% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.00"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 147 km
Nov 10, 1996 19 km S of St Just, United Kingdom M4.1 100 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 103 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 62 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 126 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 126 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 119 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 71 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 126 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 86 km
Jan 19, 2001 53 km S of Mullion, United Kingdom M3.2 110 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 70 km
Sep 5, 1999 15 km WSW of Salcombe, United Kingdom M2.9 48 km
Feb 8, 1998 18 km SW of Mullion, United Kingdom M2.9 92 km
Mar 23, 1998 11 km W of Chickerell, United Kingdom M2.9 128 km
Mar 23, 2008 38 km NW of St Just, United Kingdom M2.8 112 km
Jun 16, 1991 17 km SSW of Wembury, United Kingdom M2.8 36 km
May 31, 1998 38 km WNW of Northam, United Kingdom M2.8 84 km
Jun 23, 2011 4 km WSW of Bovey Tracey, United Kingdom M2.7 53 km
Apr 2, 2000 33 km S of Mullion, United Kingdom M2.7 95 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 104 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 4.6 in
February 42°F (6°C) 3.5 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 3.0 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.5 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.8 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.1 in
October 52°F (11°C) 4.3 in
November 47°F (8°C) 4.7 in
December 44°F (7°C) 5.0 in Wettest

Liskeard has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 42°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.8 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (2.4").

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30.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 9% below the national average of 33.7%. 49.4% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.6%
9% below United Kingdom avg
High School+49.4%
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density3/sq mi
Total Area3,058.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.1%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home24.7%

Schools in Liskeard

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Martin's CofE Primary School
Liskeard Hillfort Primary School
Liskeard School and Community College
St Cleer Primary Academy
Caradon Alternative Provision Academy
T Plus Centre (Taliesin Education)
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Radio Stations near Liskeard

5 stations within ~55 km.

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

Museums in Liskeard

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bodmin Keep
Callington Heritage Centre
Cornwall at War Museum
Cotehele Quay Discovery Centre
Davidstow Creamery Museum
Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry Museum
Fowey Town Museum
Jamaica Inn's Daphne du Maurier & Smuggling Museum
Lawrence House Museum
Liskeard and District Museum
Lostwithiel Museum
Minions Heritage Centre
Museum of Cycling
Museum of Witchcraft and Magic
Old Guild Hall
Polperro Heritage Museum of Smuggling & Fishing
Polperro Model Village & Land of Legend
RAF Davidstow Moor Memorial Museum

Libraries in Liskeard

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Camelford Library0.0
Launceston Library0.0
liskeard Library0.0
Looe Library & Community Hub0.0
Lostwithiel Library0.0
Par Library0.0
Saltash Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Liskeard

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Hallworthy Stockyard
Kivells
Lostwithiel Produce Market

Hotels in Liskeard

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Eliot House Hotel
Premier Inn

Restaurants in Liskeard

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Everest Tandoori
Himalayan Spice
Hot Wok Renaissance
Tapenades

Cafes in Liskeard

9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bean Coffee Shop
Cafe Fleur
Costa
Fat Frog
Koffiji Cafe
Love Our Local Zone
Manna Cafe @ Liskeard Methodist
Olive & Co.
Rumours Cafe

Dentists in Liskeard

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bupa Dental Care
Liskeard Dental Centre

Veterinaries in Liskeard

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ellis Vets
Luxstowe Vets

Train Stations in Liskeard

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coombe Junction Halt
Liskeard
St Keyne Wishing Well Halt

Gas Stations in Liskeard

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Morrisons

Banks in Liskeard

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lloyds Bank
Santander

Breweries in Liskeard

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Castle Brewery
Cornish Orchards
Dowr Kammel Brewing Company
Firebrand Brewing & Taproom
Fowey Valley Cidery & Distillery
Haye Farm Cider
Heathen Soul Brewery
Tintagel Brewery

Airports Near Liskeard

22 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
Bonnallack AirstripSmall Airport
Brent Tor Glider FieldSmall Airport
Eaglescott AirfieldSmall Airport
Eggesford AirfieldSmall Airport
Gorrel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hunsdon Lea AirstripSmall Airport
Lundy Island AirfieldSmall Airport
Perranporth AirfieldSmall Airport
Polpidnick Farm AirstripSmall Airport
RAF Davidstow MoorSmall Airport
Roche Barton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
St Mellion AirstripSmall Airport
Tinnel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Truro AerodromeSmall Airport
Well Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Westacott Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Westover Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Liskeard

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Liskeard Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Liskeard

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Greenbank Community Church
Kingdom Hall
Liskeard Methodist Church
Roman Catholic Chapel
St Cleer
St Martin's Church
St Mary
St. Keyne
The Salvation Army - Liskeard

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 Liskeard

What is the population of Liskeard?

Liskeard has a population of 9,237 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 3,058.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Liskeard expensive to live in?

The median household income is $44,453, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $368,220 (31% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,111 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 Liskeard?

Liskeard 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 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.8 inches.

How is the job market in Liskeard?

Liskeard has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $855. There are 841 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Liskeard?

The median home value in Liskeard is $368,220. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,111. The homeownership rate is 67.4%.

How are the schools in Liskeard?

30.6% of adults in Liskeard hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.4% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Liskeard?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Liskeard is 3.7% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.9% Asian. 97.6% of residents speak only English at home. 6.3% of the population are military veterans. 6.2% of residents have a disability.

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