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Malmesbury, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Malmesbury is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 6,318. Elevation: 269 ft (82 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
6,318 Population 5/sq mi density
269 ft Elevation 82 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
41.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$48,020 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$48,020 median income, 3.7% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$417,149 home value, $1,201/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Malmesbury

Malmesbury

Malmesbury is a town and civil parish in north Wiltshire, England, which lies approximately 14 miles (23 km) west of Swindon, 25 miles (40 km) northeast of Bristol, 9 miles (14 km) north of Chippenham and 5 miles south of Tetbury. The older part of the town is on a hilltop which is almost surrounded by the upper waters of the Bristol Avon and one of its tributaries.

People

Population6,318
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,020
Per Capita$48,020
Unemployment3.7%

Housing

D
Home Value$417,149
Rent$1,201
Ownership68.0%
Housing Units2,527

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days220/yr
Elevation269 ft (82 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.2%
High School+52.4%

Community

Population6,318
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Coordinates51.5818°, -2.0971°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation41.0 inches (1,042 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.0 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$48,020
Median Age44.7 years

About Malmesbury

Malmesbury is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 6,318. The city sits at an elevation of 269 feet (82 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Malmesbury has a population of 6,318 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,296.5 square miles. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. The city is predominantly White (4.3%), with 3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.9% of residents. 7.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 4.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

6,318
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above United Kingdom avg
1,296.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.9%
22% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 4.1%

Social Characteristics

Malmesbury vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Malmesbury is $48,020, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,020 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $923, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 575 business establishments. 34.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Malmesbury vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$48,020
36% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$48,020
Avg Weekly Wage$923

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)575

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone48.5%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home34.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Malmesbury is $417,149, 48% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,201 (3% above the national average of $1,163). 68.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,527 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$417,149
48% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,201
3% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.0%
Owner-Occupied68.0%
Renter-Occupied32.0%
Housing Units2,527

Property Tax

Climate in Malmesbury

Malmesbury has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.8°C), the coldest is Jan (4.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 776 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.4°C / 40°F 2.1° / 6.8° 76.9
Feb 4.7°C / 40°F 1.9° / 7.5° 55.4
Mar 6.7°C / 44°F 3.2° / 10.2° 48.7
Apr 9°C / 48°F 4.7° / 13.2° 53.7
May 11.8°C / 53°F 7.5° / 16.2° 55.6
Jun 14.8°C / 59°F 10.4° / 19.2° 55.7
Jul 16.8°C / 62°F 12.3° / 21.4° 61.2
Aug 16.6°C / 62°F 12.3° / 21° 66.2
Sep 14.2°C / 58°F 10.2° / 18.3° 54.2
Oct 10.9°C / 52°F 7.8° / 14° 86.5
Nov 7.3°C / 45°F 4.7° / 9.9° 83.2
Dec 4.8°C / 41°F 2.5° / 7° 79.0
Malmesbury experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 269 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days220 days/yr

Geography

Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Area1,296.5 sq mi (3,357.9 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates51.5818°N, 2.0971°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.0"
8% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 3.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.95"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

44 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 104 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 102 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 103 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 122 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 145 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 85 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 142 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 58 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 82 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 149 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 97 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 82 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 77 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 81 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 137 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 77 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 68 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 111 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 82 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 121 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 - 136 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.8 in
February 40°F (4°C) 2.0 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.3 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.6 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.7 in
December 41°F (5°C) 3.0 in Wettest

Malmesbury has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.0") and July the driest (1.8").

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34.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% above the national average of 33.7%. 52.4% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.2%
1% above United Kingdom avg
High School+52.4%
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area1,296.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone48.5%
Public Transit2.3%
Work from Home34.1%

Schools in Malmesbury

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School - - - -
Malmesbury School - - - -
Malmesbury CofE Primary School - - - -
Lea and Garsdon Church of England Primary School - - - -
Malmesbury School Playing Fields - - - -
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Radio Stations near Malmesbury

26 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Mystery Train Radio americana, blues AAC 192 kbps
SOUL RADIO Only Classic Soul 50s, 60s AAC+ 192 kbps
Incapable Staircase ambient, disco MP3 128 kbps
SWU FM dnb, drum and bass MP3 128 kbps
Vibe Central Radio club, club dance MP3 320 kbps
Noods Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Heart Bristol pop music AAC 48 kbps
BCfm 93.2 bristol, rock MP3 128 kbps
LASER558 - MP3 128 kbps
POP DAB pop MP3 128 kbps
HearMe - 1990s pop music 1990s pop music MP3
BFBS Blandford - AAC+ 64 kbps
BBC Radio Bristol bbc, bristol UNKNOWN
Ujima Radio african music, blues MP3 128 kbps
CruiseOne Radio electronic, indie MP3 256 kbps
RAM FM - 80s Hit Radio 80s MP3 320 kbps
itisnow Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Thornbury Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Crystal Love Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Frome FM 96.6 community radio, frome MP3 120 kbps
Dean Radio local radio, pop MP3 128 kbps
WIDE Radio club, dance MP3
Cotswold Hospital Radio - MP3 96 kbps
Grey Clay Radio ambient, dark ambient MP3 128 kbps
Radio Groovy - MP3 128 kbps
Somervalley fm community radio, local station MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Malmesbury

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alexander Keiller Museum
Arcade Archive
Athelstan Museum
Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum
Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum
Avebury Tithe Barn/Alexander Keiller Museum
Box Rock Circus
Bradford on Avon Museum
Calne Heritage Centre
Chedworth Roman Villa museum
Chippenham Museum & Heritage Centre
Cirencester Air Raid Shelter
Corinium Museum
Dunkirk Mill Museum
Fox Talbot Museum
Iron Duke
Kennet and Avon Canal Museum
Lydiard House
Purton Museum
Ray Popes' Photo Musuem
REME Museum
RMC: The Cave
Royal Wottoon Bassett Museum
Tetbury Police Museum & Courtroom
The American Museum (Claverton Manor)
The Brimpsfield Telephone Kiosk
The Museum in the Park
Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre
Wiltshire Heritage Museum
Wiltshire Museum

Libraries in Malmesbury

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Box Library0.0
Bradford on Avon Library0.0
Calne Library0.0
Cirencester Library0.0
Corsham Library0.0
Cricklade Library0.0
Devizes Community Hub & Library0.0
LIbrary (L) Block0.0
Lyneham Library0.0
Malmesbury Library0.0
Minchinhampton Community Library0.0
Nailsworth Library0.0
Painswick Community Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Purton Library0.0
Purton Library0.0
Quedgeley Library0.0
Stonehouse Library0.0
Stroud Library0.0
Tetbury Library0.0
The Library0.0
Tuffley Library0.0
Wootton Bassett Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Malmesbury

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cirencester Markets
Cornhill (Farmer's Market)
The Shambles Indoor Market

Hotels in Malmesbury

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Kings Arms Hotel
The Old Bell
Whatley Manor

Restaurants in Malmesbury

6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aroma
Europa and San Reno
Rajah
The Bird Cage
The Raj
The Spice Merchant

Cafes in Malmesbury

7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Abbey Café
Amanda's
Coffee #1
Jackdaws
Lally's Tea Rooms
Malmesbury Garden Centre
The Summer Cafe

Theatres in Malmesbury

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Athelstan Players Studio

Clinics in Malmesbury

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Natural Face Aesthetics
Sirona Health

Dentists in Malmesbury

3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barley Mow Dental Care
Eastgate House Dental Surgery
mydentist

Veterinaries in Malmesbury

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The George Veterinary Group

Gas Stations in Malmesbury

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Malmesbury Motors

Breweries in Malmesbury

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cotswold Lakes Brew Co.
Stroud Brewery
The Fresh Standard

Stadiums & Teams in Malmesbury

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Malmesbury

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Southampton Alpine Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -
South Wilts Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Malmesbury

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bristol AirportBRSLarge Airport
Gloucestershire AirportGLOMedium Airport
MoD Boscombe Down-Medium Airport
RAF Brize NortonBZZMedium Airport
RAF FairfordFFDMedium Airport
RNAS YeoviltonYEOMedium Airport
Southampton AirportSOUMedium Airport
Allensmore Airfield-Small Airport
Arden Heath Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Aston Down Airfield-Small Airport
Avon Lane Airfield-Small Airport
Badminton Airfield-Small Airport
Barton Ashes Airstrip-Small Airport
Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club-Small Airport
Bericote Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Berrow Airstrip-Small Airport
Bidford Airfield-Small Airport
Biss Brook Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bossington Airstrip-Small Airport
Bowden Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bowerchalke Airfield-Small Airport
Bowerswaine Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Bowldown Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brine Pits Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bristol and Gloucestershire Gliding Club-Small Airport
Broadmeadow Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Calcot Airfield-Small Airport
Chalk Pyt Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Charlton Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Charmy Down Airstrip-Small Airport
Chase Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Chilbolton Airfield-Small Airport
Clench Common Airfield-Small Airport
Clutton Hill Airstrip-Small Airport
Colliers Elm Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Compton Abbas Aerodrome-Small Airport
Compton Chamberlayne Airstrip-Small Airport
Cornbury House Airstrip-Small Airport
Cotswold AirportGBASmall Airport
Craysmarsh Airstrip-Small Airport
Croft Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Crumpton Oaks Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Denford Manor Airstrip-Small Airport
Deptford 'Farm' Airstrip-Small Airport
Deptford Airstrip-Small Airport
Devizes Airstrip-Small Airport
Draycot Farm Aerodrome-Small Airport
Edington Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Enstone Aerodrome-Small Airport

Post Offices in Malmesbury

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Malmesbury Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Malmesbury

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints
Bremilham Church
Foxley Parish Church
Malmesbury Abbey
Saint Aldhelm's
St Giles
St John the Baptist
United Reform Church
Zion Chapel Lea

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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Malmesbury

What is the population of Malmesbury?

Malmesbury has a population of 6,318 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,296.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Malmesbury expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,020, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $417,149 (48% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,201 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Malmesbury?

Malmesbury has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 41.0 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Malmesbury?

Malmesbury has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $923. There are 575 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Malmesbury?

The median home value in Malmesbury is $417,149. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,201. The homeownership rate is 68.0%.

How are the schools in Malmesbury?

34.2% of adults in Malmesbury hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 52.4% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Malmesbury?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Malmesbury is 4.3% White, 1% Black or African American, 3% Asian. 95.9% of residents speak only English at home. 7.5% of the population are military veterans. 4.2% of residents have a disability.

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