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Machynlleth, United Kingdom

Wales · United Kingdom

Machynlleth is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 2,235. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,235 Population 513/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
55.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$45,604 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$45,604 median income, 3.6% unemployment
C+
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$298,837 home value, $1,140/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Machynlleth

Machynlleth

Machynlleth is a market town, community and electoral ward in Powys, Wales, and within the historic boundaries of Montgomeryshire. It is in the Dyfi Valley at the intersection of the A487 and the A489 roads. At the 2001 Census it had a population of 2,147, rising to 2,235 in 2011. It is sometimes referred to colloquially as Mach.

People

Population2,235
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density513/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,604
Per Capita$45,604
Unemployment3.6%

Housing

C+
Home Value$298,837
Rent$1,140
Ownership67.9%
Housing Units894

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain55.6 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.9%
High School+48.9%

Community

Population2,235
Population Density513 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates52.5897°, -3.8531°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation55.6 inches (1,411 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$45,604
Median Age50.7 years

About Machynlleth

Machynlleth is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 2,235. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Machynlleth has a population of 2,235 with a density of 513 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 square miles. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. The city is predominantly White (2.7%), with 1.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.9% of residents. 5.1% of the population are veterans. 5.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

2,235
Total Population
513
People / sq mi
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above United Kingdom avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.9%
25% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.1%

Social Characteristics

Machynlleth vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Machynlleth is $45,604, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,604 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $877, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 203 business establishments. 30.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Machynlleth vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$45,604
39% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$45,604
Avg Weekly Wage$877

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)203

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.4%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home30.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Machynlleth is $298,837, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,140 (2% below the national average of $1,163). 67.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 894 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

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

Homeownership67.9%
Owner-Occupied67.9%
Renter-Occupied32.2%
Housing Units894

Property Tax

Machynlleth experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density513/sq mi
Coordinates52.5897°N, 3.8531°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.6"
46% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 6.30"
Driest Month (May) 2.99"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

49 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 28, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 115 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 66 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 87 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 147 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 96 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 138 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 77 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 75 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 150 km
May 29, 2013 14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom M3.8 67 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 89 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 148 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 33 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 107 km
Jul 29, 1992 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.5 73 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 124 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 125 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 99 km
Feb 10, 1994 2 km NNE of Tregarth, United Kingdom M3.3 71 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 110 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 5.7 in
February 39°F (4°C) 4.1 in Coldest
March 42°F (5°C) 4.9 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.4 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.0 in Driest
June 55°F (13°C) 3.6 in
July 58°F (15°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 4.3 in
September 54°F (12°C) 4.7 in
October 49°F (10°C) 5.8 in
November 44°F (7°C) 6.3 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 6.2 in

Machynlleth has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 39°F in February to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.3") and May the driest (3.0").

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31.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 5% below the national average of 33.7%. 48.9% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.9%
5% below United Kingdom avg
High School+48.9%
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density513/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.4%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home30.3%

Schools in Machynlleth

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ysgol Bro Hyddgen - Secondary Campus
Ysgol Gynradd Pennal
Ysgol Bro Hyddgen - Primary Campus
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Radio Stations near Machynlleth

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Machynlleth

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ceredigion Museum
Corris Railway Museum
Sailors' Institute
Talyllyn Railway
The Round House
Tŷ Gwyn and the Maritime Museum

Libraries in Machynlleth

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aberdovey Literary Institute0.0
Canolfan Alun R. Edwards Library0.0
Hugh Owen Library0.0
Library Machynlleth0.0
National Library of Wales0.0
Physical Sciences Library0.0
Tywyn Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Machynlleth

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cattle Market
Devil's Bridge Livestock Market
Tywyn Monday Market

Hotels in Machynlleth

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Riverside Hotel
Wynnstay Arms Hotel

Restaurants in Machynlleth

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shilam
The White Lion Hotel
Y Domen-Las

Cafes in Machynlleth

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blasau Delicatessen
Caffi Tŷ Maenan
Hermit Crab Cafe
Hermit Crab Coffee
Siop Coffi Mandy’s Coffee Shop
Tŷ Medi

Monuments in Machynlleth

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bust of Mary Cornelia Vane-Tempest

Castles in Machynlleth

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Glandyfi Castle

Veterinaries in Machynlleth

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cambrian Vets

Train Stations in Machynlleth

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dovey Junction
Machynlleth

Gas Stations in Machynlleth

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Texaco

Golf Courses in Machynlleth

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Machynlleth Golf Club

Breweries in Machynlleth

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Myrddins Brewery & Distillery Ltd
Seidr Pisgah Chi

Airports Near Machynlleth

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Anglesey AirportVLYMedium Airport
Aberporth AirportSmall Airport
Bryngwyn Bach AirfieldSmall Airport
Cae Mawr Tyddyn HenSmall Airport
Caernarfon AirportSmall Airport
Cruglas Synod Inn AirstripSmall Airport
Dinas Farm Private AirstripSmall Airport
Elan Valley AirstripSmall Airport
Lane Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Llanbedr AirfieldSmall Airport
Lleweni Parc Glyndwr Soaring ClubSmall Airport
Nantclwyd AirstripSmall Airport
North Wales Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Pencraig AirstripSmall Airport
RAF MonaSmall Airport
Rhedyn Coch Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Talgarth Glider FieldSmall Airport
Talybont AirstripSmall Airport
Welshpool AirportSmall Airport

Post Offices in Machynlleth

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Machynlleth Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Machynlleth

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Mair Catholic Church
St Peter ad Vincula
St Peter's Parish Church

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Machynlleth

What is the population of Machynlleth?

Machynlleth has a population of 2,235 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 513 people per square mile, spread across 4.4 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 Machynlleth 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 Machynlleth?

Machynlleth has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.6 inches.

How is the job market in Machynlleth?

Machynlleth 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 203 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Machynlleth?

The median home value in Machynlleth is $298,837. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,140. The homeownership rate is 67.9%.

How are the schools in Machynlleth?

31.9% of adults in Machynlleth 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 Machynlleth?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Machynlleth 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.

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