Maiden Newton, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Maiden Newton is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,128. Elevation: 322 ft (98 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

1,128 Population 308/sq mi density
322 ft Elevation 98 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
43.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Maiden Newton

Maiden Newton

Maiden Newton is a village and civil parish in the county of Dorset in south-west England. It lies within the Dorset Council administrative area, about 9 miles (14 km) north-west of the county town, Dorchester.

People

Population1,128
Density308/mi²
Veterans7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Population1,128
Population Density308 / sq mi
Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Coordinates50.7791°, -2.5723°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation43.6 inches (1,108 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)

About Maiden Newton

Maiden Newton is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,128. The city sits at an elevation of 322 feet (98 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Maiden Newton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. The area receives 4.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 322 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Geography

Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.5 km²)
Population Density308/sq mi
Coordinates50.7791°N, 2.5723°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.6"
15% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 4.1"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.09"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 135 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 138 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 129 km
Jul 14, 2011 62 km SSE of Ventnor, United Kingdom M3.9 149 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 45 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 45 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 82 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 124 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 113 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 97 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 121 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 95 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 66 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 110 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 119 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 45 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 71 km
May 19, 2019 7 km ESE of Swanage, United Kingdom M3.0 55 km
Jan 28, 2002 1 km S of Abercarn, United Kingdom M3.0 103 km
Nov 26, 1991 50 km N of Urville-Nacqueville, France M3.0 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 - 43 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 4.1 in Coldest, Wettest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in
March 44°F (6°C) 2.8 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.3 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.4 in
December 43°F (6°C) 4.0 in

Maiden Newton has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 35.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (2.1").

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Schools in Maiden Newton

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Greenford Church of England Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Maiden Newton

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BFBS Blandford - AAC+ 64 kbps
Weymouth Rocks (Medium Bitrate) punk, rock AAC 48 kbps
Abbey104 - MP3 256 kbps
Radio Wimborne community radio station MP3 320 kbps
Radio Ninesprings - MP3 256 kbps
Alfred community news MP3 160 kbps
10 Radio 105.3 - Wiveliscombe community radio, somerset MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Maiden Newton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Beaminster Museum
Bridport Museum
Castletown D-Day Centre
Cobham Hall
Crewkerne Museum
Dinosaur Museum
Dorset Museum
Fleet Air Arm Museum
Ilchester Museum
Montacute TV Radio & Toy Museum
Nothe Fort
Portland Museum
Sherborne Museum
Sherborne Steam & Waterwheel Centre
South Somerset Heritage Collection
Terracotta Warriors Museum
The Keep Military Museum
The Teddy Bear Museum
The Tutankhamun Exhibition
Tudor House
Weymouth Museum
Weymouth Museum

Libraries in Maiden Newton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Beaminster Library0.0
Bridport Library0.0
Burton Bradstock Library0.0
Chickerell Community Library0.0
Crewkerne Library0.0
Crossways Library0.0
Dorchester Library0.0
Littlemoor Library0.0
Martock Library0.0
Milborne Port Library0.0
Portland Library0.0
Puddletown Library0.0
Sherborne Library0.0
South Petherton Library0.0
Stalbridge Library0.0
Weymouth Library0.0
Yeovil Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Maiden Newton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Dorchester Market
Rise Market And Bakery
The Customs House

Hotels in Maiden Newton

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

George Albert

Cafes in Maiden Newton

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cattistock Tea Room
Kitchen

Train Stations in Maiden Newton

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Maiden Newton

Gas Stations in Maiden Newton

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Long Ash Service Station
Texaco

Breweries in Maiden Newton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Dorset Brewing Company
Dorset Brewing Company
Dorset Piddle Brewery
Palmer's Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Maiden Newton

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Maiden Newton

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Warmwell Snowsport Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -
South Wilts Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Maiden Newton

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bristol AirportBRSLarge Airport
Bournemouth AirportBOHMedium Airport
RNAS YeoviltonYEOMedium Airport
Avon Lane Airfield-Small Airport
Bagber Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Batch End Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club-Small Airport
Biss Brook Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bowerchalke Airfield-Small Airport
Bowerswaine Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Branscombe Airfield-Small Airport
Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Chalk Pyt Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Charmy Down Airstrip-Small Airport
Clutton Hill Airstrip-Small Airport
Compton Abbas Aerodrome-Small Airport
Compton Chamberlayne Airstrip-Small Airport
Craysmarsh Airstrip-Small Airport
Curry Rivel Airstrip-Small Airport
Deptford 'Farm' Airstrip-Small Airport
Deptford Airstrip-Small Airport
Devizes Airstrip-Small Airport
Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field)-Small Airport
Dunkeswell Airfield-Small Airport
Edington Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Farway Common Airfield-Small Airport
Garston Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Godney Airstrip-Small Airport
Great House Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Gutchpool Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Halesland Glider Field-Small Airport
Henstridge Airfield-Small Airport
Hermitage Airstrip-Small Airport
Heywood Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Langley House Airstrip-Small Airport
Langport Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower Manor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower Withial Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower-Durston Airstrip-Small Airport
Lydeway Field-Small Airport
Manor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Melbury Airstrip-Small Airport
Middle Chinnock Airstrip-Small Airport
Middle Pymore Farm Airstrip (Private)-Small Airport
Middlegate Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Middlezoy Aerodrome-Small Airport
New Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Newton Peveril Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Maiden Newton

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Cattistock Stores
Toller Porcorum Post Office

Treatment Centers in Maiden Newton

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Reach West

Churches & Religious Organizations in Maiden Newton

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Holy Trinity
Parish Church of St Mary
Saint Mary
St Andrew
St Basil
St Francis Church
St Lawrence
St Mary
St Mary
St Michael & All Angels
St Nicholas
St Peter & St Paul

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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What is the population of Maiden Newton?

Maiden Newton has a population of 1,128 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 308 people per square mile, spread across 3.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Maiden Newton?

Maiden Newton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 43.6 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow.

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