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Lynton, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Lynton is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,157. Elevation: 610 ft (186 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,157 Population 2/sq mi density
610 ft Elevation 186 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
52.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$41,506 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$41,506 median income, 4.2% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$364,854 home value, $1,038/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,157
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,506
Per Capita$41,506
Unemployment4.2%

Housing

D
Home Value$364,854
Rent$1,038
Ownership68.4%
Housing Units463

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain52.3 in/yr
Sunny Days241/yr
Elevation610 ft (186 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.5%
High School+46.3%

Community

Population1,157
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation610 ft (186 m)
Coordinates51.2297°, -3.8413°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation52.3 inches (1,328 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$41,506
Median Age48.3 years

About Lynton

Lynton is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,157. The city sits at an elevation of 610 feet (186 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Lynton has a population of 1,157 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 483.8 square miles. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. The city is predominantly White (2.6%), with 1.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.7% of residents. 5.9% of the population are veterans. 5.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,157
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above United Kingdom avg
483.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.7%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.3%

Social Characteristics

Lynton vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Lynton is $41,506, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,506. The average weekly wage is $798, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 105 business establishments. 24.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lynton vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$41,506
45% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$41,506
Avg Weekly Wage$798

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)105

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone52.2%
Public Transit2.4%
Work from Home24.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Lynton is $364,854, 29% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,038 (11% below the national average of $1,163). 68.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 463 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$364,854
29% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,038
11% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.4%
Owner-Occupied68.4%
Renter-Occupied31.6%
Housing Units463

Property Tax

Lynton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 241 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 610 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average48.7°F
10% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days241 days/yr

Geography

Elevation610 ft (186 m)
Area483.8 sq mi (1,252.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates51.2297°N, 3.8413°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.3"
38% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 6.06"
Driest Month (May) 2.95"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

33 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 134 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 71 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 55 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 27 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 64 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 62 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 139 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 30 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 62 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 149 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 66 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 57 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 65 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 80 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 62 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 43 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 128 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 68 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 87 km
Sep 17, 1993 3 km S of Leominster, United Kingdom M3.2 132 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 100 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 5.9 in
February 40°F (4°C) 4.1 in Coldest
March 42°F (6°C) 4.2 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.1 in
May 51°F (10°C) 3.0 in Driest
June 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in
September 55°F (13°C) 4.5 in
October 50°F (10°C) 5.3 in
November 45°F (7°C) 6.1 in Wettest
December 42°F (6°C) 6.1 in

Lynton has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 40°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.1") and May the driest (3.0").

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28.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 15% below the national average of 33.7%. 46.3% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.5%
15% below United Kingdom avg
High School+46.3%
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area483.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone52.2%
Public Transit2.4%
Work from Home24.3%

Schools in Lynton

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lynton Church of England Primary School
Parracombe Church of England Primary School
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Radio Stations near Lynton

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Celtica Radio MP3 128 kbps
XL:UK Radio afrobeat, asian urban hits MP3 192 kbps
Easy 50s MP3
Mechanical Music Radio MP3 128 kbps
Nation 60s MP3 128 kbps
Nation Love AAC+ 47 kbps
RustRadio metal MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Lynton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Carriage House
Cobbaton Combat Museum
Combe Martin Museum
Dovery Manor Museum
Lynmouth Flood Memorial Hall
Lynton and Exmoor Museum
Lynton Toy Museum & Shop
Museum of Barnstaple & North Devon
Porthcawl Museum
South Molton Museum
St Anne's Chapel
The Glen Lyn Gorge
The Oily

Libraries in Lynton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Combe Martin Library0.0
Lynton Library0.0
North Devon Library & Record Office0.0
Porlock Community Library0.0
Porthcawl Library0.0
South Molton Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Lynton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Pannier Market
South Molton Panier Market

Hotels in Lynton

14 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bath Hotel
Castle Hill Guest House
Chough's Nest
Fairholme Hotel
Heatherville Hotel
Heddons Gate Hotel.
Hunter's Inn
North Walk House
Shelley's
St Vincent Guest House
The Bath Hotel
The North Cliff Hotel
The Old Rectory Hotel
Valley of Rocks Hotel

Restaurants in Lynton

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coffee Mill
Hunter's Inn
Number Ten
The Oak Room
The Old Bank
The Sandrock
The Vanilla Pod

Cafes in Lynton

21 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Captain's House
Charlie Friday’s Cafe & Bistro
Cliff Top Cafe
Horizon Coffee Company
Lee Abbey Tea Cottage
Lyndale Tea Rooms
Lynmouth bay café
Mother Meldrun's
No. 1 Lynton
North Coast Café
Smiths Coffee House
Station Cafe
The Bake House
The Bake House Café & Takeaway
The Buttery
The Coffee Mill
The Exmoor Escape
The Old Coach House
The Pavilion
Villa Spaldi
Watersmeet Tea Room

Cinemas in Lynton

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lynton Cinema

Clinics in Lynton

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lynton Health Centre

Train Stations in Lynton

4 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Killington Lane
Lynmouth Bay
Lynton Village
Woody Bay

Gas Stations in Lynton

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Barbrook Service Station

Stadiums & Teams in Lynton

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Airports Near Lynton

26 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
Exeter International AirportEXTMedium Airport
MOD St AthanMedium Airport
Royal Marines Base ChivenorMedium Airport
Swansea AirportSWSMedium Airport
Belle Vue AirfieldSmall Airport
Branscombe AirfieldSmall Airport
Brent Tor Glider FieldSmall Airport
Brookside Farm Private AirstripSmall Airport
Coetir Bach Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Dunkeswell AirfieldSmall Airport
Eaglescott AirfieldSmall Airport
Eggesford AirfieldSmall Airport
Farway Common AirfieldSmall Airport
Glebe Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Gorrel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Heywood Farm AirstripSmall Airport
North Hill Glider FieldSmall Airport
Old Park Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Pembrey West Wales AirportSmall Airport
Rhigos AirstripSmall Airport
Stoodleigh Barton Private AirstripSmall Airport
Watchford Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Well Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Westacott Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Westover Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Lynton

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Lynton Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lynton

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christ Church
Church of the Most Holy Saviour
Lee Abbey Christian Conference, Retreat and Holiday Centre
Living Waters Lynton United Reformed Church
Saint Mary the Virgin
St Bartholemew's
St Brendan's Church
St John The Baptist
St John the Evangelist Countisbury
St Martin's
St Petrock

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 Lynton

What is the population of Lynton?

Lynton has a population of 1,157 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 483.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Lynton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $41,506, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $364,854 (29% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,038 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Lynton?

Lynton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.3 inches.

How is the job market in Lynton?

Lynton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $798. There are 105 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lynton?

The median home value in Lynton is $364,854. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,038. The homeownership rate is 68.4%.

How are the schools in Lynton?

28.5% of adults in Lynton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 46.3% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Lynton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lynton is 2.6% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.4% Asian. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 5.9% of the population are military veterans. 5.7% of residents have a disability.

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