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Modbury, United Kingdom
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Modbury is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,372. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
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About Modbury
Modbury is a Town, ecclesiastical parish, civil parish and former manor in the South Hams district of the county of Devon in England."market town", as from at least 1199 the lord of the manor has held the right to hold a regular market. The town is situated on the A379 road, which links it to Plymouth and Kingsbridge. The current parish population is approximately 1,500.
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| Population | 1,372 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.3496°, -3.8868° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 46.3 inches (1,176 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $49,070 |
| Median Age | 51.4 years |
About Modbury
Modbury is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,372. The city sits at an elevation of 121 feet (37 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Modbury vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Modbury vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,070 |
| 35% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $49,070 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $944 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 125 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 50.3% |
| Public Transit | 1.6% |
| Work from Home | 33.1% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $493,894 |
| 75% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,227 |
| 6% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 72.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 28.0% |
| Housing Units | 549 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.4°F |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 252 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Area | 467.2 sq mi (1,210.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.3496°N, 3.8868°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 | — | 65 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 5.4 in | |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 5.1 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
Modbury has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (2.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 39.9% |
| 18% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 56.8% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Total Area | 467.2 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 50.3% |
| Public Transit | 1.6% |
| Work from Home | 33.1% |
Schools in Modbury
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ermington Pre-school | — | — | — | — |
| Ermington Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Modbury Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Modbury
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBC Radio Devon | — | UNKNOWN | |
| Ocean City Radio | various | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Drake UK | hip hop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Drake | hip hop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Soundart Radio | diy, experimental | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Torbay Hospital Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hospital Radio Plymouth | — | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Phonic FM | alternative, community | MP3 160 kbps |
Museums in Modbury
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashburton Museum | ||||
| Bovey Tracey Heritage Centre | ||||
| Church House | ||||
| Cookworthy Museum | ||||
| Dartmoor Prison Museum | ||||
| Mayflower Museum | ||||
| Monastic Way Exhibition | ||||
| Overbeck's House | ||||
| Pengelly Trust Museum | ||||
| Plym Valley Railway | ||||
| Rora House | ||||
| Salcombe Maritime Museum | ||||
| South Devon Railway Museum | ||||
| St. Lawrence Chapel | ||||
| The Timehouse | ||||
| The Valliant Soldier Museum & Heritage Centre | ||||
| Totnes Fashions and Textiles Museum | ||||
| Totnes Museum |
Libraries in Modbury
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashburton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bovey Tracey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bovey Tracey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Buckfastleigh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cliff House | 0.0 | |||||
| Crownhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Efford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Estover Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Estover Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Old Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Plympton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Plymstock Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Plymstock School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Princetown Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tothill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Totnes Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Modbury
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farm Shop | |||||
| Stokeley Farm Shop |
Hotels in Modbury
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Modbury
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Modbury
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Modbury
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Modbury
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Modbury
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnaby's Brewhouse | ||||
| Dartmoor Brewery | ||||
| New Lion Brewery And Taproom | ||||
| Noss Beer Works | ||||
| Salcombe Brewery | ||||
| South Hams Brewery & Taphouse | ||||
| Summerskills Brewery | ||||
| Summerskills Brewery | ||||
| The Devil's Pleasure | ||||
| TQ Beerworks Ltd | ||||
| Yarde Cider |
Stadiums & Teams in Modbury
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Modbury
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Exeter International Airport | EXT | Medium Airport |
| Royal Marines Base Chivenor | — | Medium Airport |
| Belle Vue Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bolt Head Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Branscombe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Brent Tor Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Dunkeswell Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Eaglescott Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Eggesford Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Farway Common Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gorrel Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Halwell Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Heywood Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hunsdon Lea Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Marldon Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| North Hill Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| RAF Davidstow Moor | — | Small Airport |
| St Mellion Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tinnel Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Well Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Westacott Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Westover Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Modbury
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Modbury News & Post Office | |
| St Ann's Chapel Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Modbury
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St George | |
| St James the Less | |
| St Monica's | |
| St Peter & St Paul |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Modbury?
Modbury has a population of 1,372 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 467.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.9% female and 48.1% male.
Is Modbury expensive to live in?
The median household income is $49,070, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $493,894 (75% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,227 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Modbury?
Modbury has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.3 inches.
How is the job market in Modbury?
Modbury has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $944. There are 125 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Modbury?
The median home value in Modbury is $493,894. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,227. The homeownership rate is 72.1%.
How are the schools in Modbury?
39.9% of adults in Modbury hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 56.8% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Modbury?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Modbury is 3.2% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.8% Asian. 98.1% of residents speak only English at home. 6.7% of the population are military veterans. 5.0% of residents have a disability.