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Morchard Bishop, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Morchard Bishop is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,078. Elevation: 538 ft (164 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,078 Population 2/sq mi density
538 ft Elevation 164 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
45.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$46,982 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$46,982 median income, 3.3% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$385,724 home value, $1,175/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Morchard Bishop

Morchard Bishop

Morchard Bishop is a village and civil parish in Mid Devon in the English county of Devon. It has a population of 975, and contains a primary school, two churches, and a playing field with tennis court. Notable past residents include Ernest Bevin.

People

Population1,078
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,982
Per Capita$46,982
Unemployment3.3%

Housing

C
Home Value$385,724
Rent$1,175
Ownership68.7%
Housing Units431

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Sunny Days253/yr
Elevation538 ft (164 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.7%
High School+48.7%

Community

Population1,078
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation538 ft (164 m)
Coordinates50.8542°, -3.7489°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation45.7 inches (1,161 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$46,982
Median Age46.8 years

About Morchard Bishop

Morchard Bishop is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,078. The city sits at an elevation of 538 feet (164 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Morchard Bishop has a population of 1,078 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 508.6 square miles. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (3.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.9% of residents. 5.2% of the population are veterans. 4.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,078
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above United Kingdom avg
508.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.9%
23% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 3.1%

Social Characteristics

Morchard Bishop vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Morchard Bishop is $46,982, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,982 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $904, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 98 business establishments. 29.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Morchard Bishop vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,982
37% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$46,982
Avg Weekly Wage$904

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)98

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone52.9%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home29.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Morchard Bishop is $385,724, 37% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,175 (1% above the national average of $1,163). 68.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 431 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$385,724
37% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,175
1% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.7%
Owner-Occupied68.7%
Renter-Occupied31.3%
Housing Units431

Property Tax

Morchard Bishop experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 538 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days253 days/yr

Geography

Elevation538 ft (164 m)
Area508.6 sq mi (1,317.2 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates50.8542°N, 3.7489°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.7"
20% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.28"
Driest Month (May) 2.76"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

29 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 M4.5 110 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 97 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 64 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 67 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 60 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 97 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 60 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 54 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 86 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 100 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 92 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 113 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 60 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 20 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 100 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 46 km
Jan 28, 2002 1 km S of Abercarn, United Kingdom M3.0 96 km
May 19, 2019 7 km ESE of Swanage, United Kingdom M3.0 136 km
Mar 18, 2001 8 km W of Marlborough, United Kingdom M2.9 148 km
Feb 11, 1998 4 km SE of Newport, United Kingdom M2.9 97 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 66 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 5.2 in
February 41°F (5°C) 3.7 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 3.6 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in Driest
June 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.3 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.8 in
October 51°F (11°C) 4.6 in
November 46°F (8°C) 5.1 in
December 43°F (6°C) 5.3 in Wettest

Morchard Bishop has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 41°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.3") and May the driest (2.8").

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30.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 9% below the national average of 33.7%. 48.7% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.7%
9% below United Kingdom avg
High School+48.7%
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area508.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone52.9%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home29.7%

Schools in Morchard Bishop

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Morchard Bishop Church of England Primary School
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Radio Stations near Morchard Bishop

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BBC Radio Devon UNKNOWN
Ocean City Radio various MP3 192 kbps
Mechanical Music Radio MP3 128 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 Morchard Bishop

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cobbaton Combat Museum
Crediton Museum
Dulverton Heritage Centre
Exeter's Underground Passages
Finch Foundry (NT)
History Box
Kelly Mine
Motor Museum
Royal Albert Memorial Museum
South Molton Museum
The Arthur Westlake Museum
The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum

Libraries in Morchard Bishop

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bowring Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Chagford Library0.0
Chudleigh Library0.0
Crediton Library0.0
Dulverton Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Old Library0.0
South Molton Library0.0
St Luke's Library0.0
St Thomas Library0.0
St. Thomas Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Morchard Bishop

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Exeter Farmers Market
South Molton Panier Market
Town Square

Train Stations in Morchard Bishop

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Morchard Road

Breweries in Morchard Bishop

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Black Tor Brewery
Crossed Anchors Brewery & Taproom
Gray's Devon Cider
Hatherland Brewery
Sandford Orchards
Taw Valley Brewery
The Exeter Brewery & Taphouse
Topsham Brewery & Taproom
Utopian Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Morchard Bishop

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Airports Near Morchard Bishop

31 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
Exeter International AirportEXTMedium Airport
MOD St AthanMedium Airport
Royal Marines Base ChivenorMedium Airport
Swansea AirportSWSMedium Airport
Belle Vue AirfieldSmall Airport
Bolt Head AirfieldSmall Airport
Branscombe AirfieldSmall Airport
Brent Tor Glider FieldSmall Airport
Brookside Farm Private AirstripSmall Airport
Croes Carn Einion Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Dunkeswell AirfieldSmall Airport
Eaglescott AirfieldSmall Airport
Eggesford AirfieldSmall Airport
Farway Common AirfieldSmall Airport
Glebe Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Gorrel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Halwell AirstripSmall Airport
Heywood Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hunsdon Lea AirstripSmall Airport
Lower-Durston AirstripSmall Airport
Marldon AirstripSmall Airport
North Hill Glider FieldSmall Airport
Old Park Farm AirstripSmall Airport
St Mellion AirstripSmall Airport
Stoodleigh Barton Private AirstripSmall Airport
Tinnel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Watchford Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Well Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Westacott Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Westover Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Morchard Bishop

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Kennerleigh Post Office
Morchard Bishop Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Morchard Bishop

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of St John the Baptist
Hele Lane Methodist Church
St Mary the Virgin

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 Morchard Bishop

What is the population of Morchard Bishop?

Morchard Bishop has a population of 1,078 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 508.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Morchard Bishop expensive to live in?

The median household income is $46,982, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $385,724 (37% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,175 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Morchard Bishop?

Morchard Bishop has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.7 inches.

How is the job market in Morchard Bishop?

Morchard Bishop has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $904. There are 98 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Morchard Bishop?

The median home value in Morchard Bishop is $385,724. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,175. The homeownership rate is 68.7%.

How are the schools in Morchard Bishop?

30.7% of adults in Morchard Bishop hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 48.7% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Morchard Bishop?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Morchard Bishop is 3.8% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.8% Asian. 96.9% of residents speak only English at home. 5.2% of the population are military veterans. 4.8% of residents have a disability.

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