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Maesteg, United Kingdom
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Maesteg is a small city in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 21,001. Elevation: 423 ft (129 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Maesteg
Maesteg is a town and community in Bridgend County Borough, Wales. Maesteg lies at the northernmost end of the Llynfi Valley, close to the border with Neath Port Talbot. In 2011, Maesteg had a population of 20,612. The English translation of Maesteg is 'fair field'.
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| Population | 21,001 |
| Population Density | 20 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 423 ft (129 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.6093°, -3.6582° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Wales |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 69.6 inches (1,768 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.0 inches (15 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $46,993 |
| Median Age | 43.3 years |
About Maesteg
Maesteg is a small city in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 21,001. The city sits at an elevation of 423 feet (129 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 69.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Maesteg vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Maesteg vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,993 |
| 37% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,993 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $904 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.2% |
| 44% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,911 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 61.9% |
| Public Transit | 2.5% |
| Work from Home | 22.5% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $264,598 |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,175 |
| 1% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 70.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 70.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 29.3% |
| Housing Units | 8,400 |
Property Tax
Climate in Maesteg
Maesteg 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 989 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 224 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 423 ft (129 m) |
| Area | 1,050.4 sq mi (2,720.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.6093°N, 3.6582°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 132 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 5.6 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 3.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 5.1 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 5.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 42°F (5°C) | 5.6 in |
Maesteg has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 39°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.8") and May the driest (3.0").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.0% |
| 11% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 46.3% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 20/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1,050.4 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 61.9% |
| Public Transit | 2.5% |
| Work from Home | 22.5% |
Schools in Maesteg
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maesteg School | - | - | - | - |
| Nantyffyllon Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Plasnewydd Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Mary's & St Patrick's Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Cynwyd Sant | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Maesteg
6 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 | |
| Nation 60s | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Nation Love | - | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| Radio Wigwam | indie rock | MP3 |
Museums in Maesteg
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1940s Swansea Bay | ||||
| Aberdulais Falls Visitor Centre | ||||
| Afan Forest Mining museum | ||||
| Cefn Coed Colliery Museum | ||||
| Cefn Junction | ||||
| Cowbridge & District Museum | ||||
| Cynon Valley Museum & Gallery | ||||
| Nash Point Fog Horn | ||||
| Paul Kirner's Music Palace | ||||
| Porthcawl Museum | ||||
| South Wales Aviation Musuem |
Libraries in Maesteg
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdare Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Aberkenfig Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Baglan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Baglan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Briton Ferry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Briton Ferry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Clydach Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Clydach Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cowbridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cwmafan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ferndale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glynneath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hirwaun Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Llantwit Major Heath Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Llantwit Major Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Neath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Neath Port Talbot Library and Information Services | 0.0 | |||||
| Pontardawe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Porthcawl Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pyle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Resolven Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Seven Sisters Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Skewen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Skewen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Athan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Taibach Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tonypandy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Treorchy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ystradgynlais Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Maesteg
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Hall | |||||
| Neath Indoor Market |
Restaurants in Maesteg
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Maesteg
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Maesteg
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Maesteg
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Maesteg
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Maesteg
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Maesteg
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Maesteg
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Maesteg
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Maesteg
34 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiff International Airport | CWL | Large Airport |
| MOD St Athan | - | Medium Airport |
| Royal Marines Base Chivenor | - | Medium Airport |
| Swansea Airport | SWS | Medium Airport |
| Abergavenny Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Batch End Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Belle Vue Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brookside Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coetir Bach Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cruglas Synod Inn Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dunkeswell Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eaglescott Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eggesford Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Elan Valley Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gorrel Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Green Acres Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hardwicke Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Heywood Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kemeys Commander Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower-Durston Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Old Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pembrey West Wales Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rhigos Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| RNAS Merryfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Talgarth Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Tracy Island Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Watchford Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Westonzoyland Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Woonton Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Maesteg
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Maesteg Post Office | |
| Maesteg Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Maesteg
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Mental Health Matters Wales |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Maesteg
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bethel Community Church | |
| Central Church | |
| Chapel of Rest | |
| Our Lady's & St.Patricks RC Chuch | |
| Our Lady's Grotto | |
| St Davids Church | |
| St Mary the Virgin | |
| St Michaels Church | |
| The Salvation Army - Maesteg |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Maesteg?
Maesteg has a population of 21,001 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 1,050.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.
Is Maesteg expensive to live in?
The median household income is $46,993, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $264,598 (6% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,175 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Maesteg?
Maesteg has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 69.6 inches, with 6.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Maesteg?
The unemployment rate in Maesteg is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $904. There are 1,911 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Maesteg?
The median home value in Maesteg is $264,598. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,175. The homeownership rate is 70.7%.
How are the schools in Maesteg?
30.0% of adults in Maesteg 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 Maesteg?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Maesteg is 2% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.7% Asian. 97.9% of residents speak only English at home. 4.9% of the population are military veterans. 7.6% of residents have a disability.