Newcastle under Lyme, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Newcastle under Lyme is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 75,082. Elevation: 525 ft (160 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

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

75,082 Population 573/sq mi density
525 ft Elevation 160 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
29.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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People

Population75,082
Density573/mi²
Veterans4.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Elevation525 ft (160 m)
Population75,082
Population Density573 / sq mi
Elevation525 ft (160 m)
Coordinates53.0000°, -2.2333°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation29.3 inches (744 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Newcastle under Lyme

Newcastle under Lyme is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 75,082. The city sits at an elevation of 525 feet (160 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Climate in Newcastle under Lyme

Newcastle under Lyme has an average annual temperature of 9.7°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (16°C), the coldest is Jan (3.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 951 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.7°C / 39°F -2.7° / 11.2° 71.5
Feb 5.3°C / 42°F -2.2° / 13.2° 81.6
Mar 6.2°C / 43°F -1.9° / 15.9° 74.2
Apr 7.8°C / 46°F -1.9° / 18° 44.5
May 11.5°C / 53°F 3.3° / 20.7° 65.6
Jun 14.4°C / 58°F 5.8° / 25.6° 73.9
Jul 16°C / 61°F 8.3° / 27.3° 81.9
Aug 16°C / 61°F 7.8° / 25.8° 66.7
Sep 13.7°C / 57°F 5.1° / 23.7° 85.3
Oct 10.2°C / 50°F 2.4° / 18° 119.5
Nov 6.7°C / 44°F -1.1° / 14.5° 86.1
Dec 4.8°C / 41°F -2.6° / 12.3° 100.7
Newcastle under Lyme experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 525 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Geography

Elevation525 ft (160 m)
Area131.1 sq mi (339.7 km²)
Population Density573/sq mi
Coordinates53.0000°N, 2.2333°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.3"
23% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.87"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

54 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 28, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 54 km
Feb 27, 2008 1 km NNE of Market Rasen, United Kingdom M4.8 134 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 92 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 53 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 94 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 90 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 54 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 112 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 106 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 43 km
Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 140 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 55 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 116 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 29 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 136 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 73 km
Jul 29, 1992 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.5 145 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 92 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 53 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 105 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.7 in
February 38°F (3°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest
March 42°F (5°C) 2.3 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.0 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 60°F (15°C) 2.8 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.5 in
October 49°F (10°C) 2.6 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.9 in Wettest
December 40°F (4°C) 2.8 in

Newcastle under Lyme has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 38°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.9").

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Schools in Newcastle under Lyme

15 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Martec Training - - - -
St Mary's Catholic Primary School - - - -
Seabridge Primary School - - - -
Edenhurst Preparatory School - - - -
Newcastle Academy - - - -
Co-op Academy Friarswood - - - -
Langdale Primary School - - - -
Coppice Academy - - - -
Knutton St Mary's CofE Academy - - - -
Blackfriars Academy - - - -
St. Giles' and St. George's CofE Academy - - - -
St. John's Church of England Primary School - - - -
Our Lady and St Werburgh's Catholic Primary School - - - -
Clayton Hall Academy - - - -
Cedars Newcastle Base - - - -
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Radio Stations near Newcastle under Lyme

40 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Northwich local information, local music MP3 128 kbps
HearMe 2010s pop music - MP3
HearMe - 2020s Pop Music 2020s pop music MP3
101.8 WCR FM - MP3 128 kbps
6 Towns Radio adult contemporary, classic hits MP3
Genesis Radio Birmingham - MP3 128 kbps
Capital FM Manchester manchester, pop AAC 48 kbps
OSTM Radio alternative, alternative rock MP3
The Thread 102.8FM community radio MP3 128 kbps
KFM Radio (US) - MP3 128 kbps
ALL FM 96.9 community, community radio AAC+
High Peak 1 - MP3 192 kbps
Radio X Manchester - AAC 48 kbps
Reform Radio music, variety MP3 192 kbps
Heart North West 105.4 hot adult contemporary AAC 48 kbps
Tameside Radio adult contemporary, community radio MP3 128 kbps
CROP Radio community radio, music MP3 128 kbps
Blue Sky Radio classic hits, hot adult contemporary MP3 256 kbps
HypeDem Reggae Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Vibe 1 classic hits, hits MP3 128 kbps
RocknationFm aor / slow rock / soft rock (adult-orientated rock e.g. the eagles.), blues rock MP3 128 kbps
SYNK Radio dance, drum and bass MP3
Jingle Ark Jingle Jukebox - MP3
Bounce Nation Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Gaydio - MP3 320 kbps
Psychedelic Secret radio - MP3 128 kbps
SYNK Radio Rap hip-hop, rap MP3
The Buzz Mcr - MP3 128 kbps
Ambur Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Hearme - 80s rock 80d rock, 80’s rock MP3
HearMe - top pop top pop music MP3
RocknationFmuk blues, classic rock MP3 128 kbps
KFM Radio multi MP3 128 kbps
LABR Love a Brother Radio 80s, chillout MP3 320 kbps
Radio General (Warrington Hospital Radio) - MP3 128 kbps
Panacea Radio funk, groove MP3
Silk 106.9 classic hits, hot adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
Access Radio 64K music, pop MP3 128 kbps
The Dove adult contemporary AAC
Moorlands Radio - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Newcastle under Lyme

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Amerton Railway Ticket Office
Amerton Railway Workshop & Engine Shed
Ancient High House
Apedale Heritage Centre
Apedale Heritage Centre
Brampton Museum
Brampton Museum
Brindley Mill
Chartley Waiting Room Museum
Cheddleton Flint Mill
Congleton Museum
Crewe Heritage Centre
Englesea Brook Museum of Methodism
Etruria Industrial Museum
Etruria Industrial Museum
Etruria Industrial Museum
Etruria Industrial Museum
Ford Green Hall
Ford Green Hall
Foxfield Steam Railway
Foxfield Steam Railway
Geological Gallery at Biddulph Grange Garden
Gladstone Pottery Museum
Gladstone Pottery Museum
Gladstone Pottery Museum
Gladstone Pottery Museum
Middleport Pottery
Middleport Pottery
Potteries Museum and Art Gallery
Potteries Museum and Art Gallery
Raven Mason Collection
Raven Mason Collection
Shugborough Servants' Quarters
Spode Museum Trust Heritage Centre
Spode Museum Trust Heritage Centre
The Dudson Museum
The Dudson Museum
The Museum of the Staffordshire Yeomanry
V&A Wedgwood Collection
V&A Wedgwood Collection
Waterhouses Signal Box
Working Farm

Libraries in Newcastle under Lyme

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alsager Library0.0
Audley Library0.0
Baswich Library0.0
Bentilee Library0.0
Bentilee Library0.0
Biddulph Library0.0
Cheadle Library0.0
City Central Library0.0
Clayton Library0.0
Congleton Library0.0
Crewe Library0.0
Eccleshall Library0.0
Haywood Community Library0.0
Holmcroft Library0.0
Holmes Chapel Library0.0
Keele University Library0.0
Kidsgrove Library0.0
Leek Library0.0
Library Core0.0
Longton Library0.0
Meir Library0.0
Middlewich Library0.0
Nelson Library0.0
Newcastle Library0.0
Newport Community Library0.0
Rising Brook Library0.0
Sandbach Library0.0
Silverdale Library0.0
Stafford Library0.0
Stoke Library and One Stop Shop0.0
Stoke Library and One Stop Shop0.0
Stone Library0.0
Tunstall Library0.0
Tunstall Library0.0
Werrington Library0.0
William Salt Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Newcastle under Lyme

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cheadle Market
Hanley Indoor Market
Longton Market
Longton Market
Market Hall
Stoke Indoor Market
Tuesday Market
Tuesday Market
Tunstall Market

Hotels in Newcastle under Lyme

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Holiday Inn
Ramada Newcastle-under-Lyme
Travelodge

Restaurants in Newcastle under Lyme

7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asha Tandoori
Bauhinia
Gosto's
Peaches
Pizza Triangle
The Olive Tree
The Orange Tree Bar and Grill

Cafes in Newcastle under Lyme

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Loui's Kitchen

Dentists in Newcastle under Lyme

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #638779397

Veterinaries in Newcastle under Lyme

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Friarswood Vets Centre
Staffordshire Vets

Gas Stations in Newcastle under Lyme

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
Esso
Morrisons Petrol Station
Tesco Petrol Station
Texaco Petrol Station

Shopping Malls in Newcastle under Lyme

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Roebuck Shopping Centre

Gyms in Newcastle under Lyme

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Foundry Gym

Golf Courses in Newcastle under Lyme

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Newcastle Golf Club
Trentham Park Golf Course

Breweries in Newcastle under Lyme

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Beartown Brewery
Lymestone Brewery
New Brew
Slater's Ales
Titanic Brewery
Wincle Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Newcastle under Lyme

TeamLeagueDivision
bet365 Stadium
Lyme Valley Stadium
Vale Park

Ski Resorts Near Newcastle under Lyme

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
The Snow Centre Manchester 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chill Factor e 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Newcastle under Lyme

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Birmingham AirportBHXLarge Airport
Liverpool John Lennon AirportLPLLarge Airport
Manchester AirportMANLarge Airport
Hawarden AirportCEGMedium Airport
RAF Cosford-Medium Airport
RAF Shawbury-Medium Airport
Warton AerodromeWRTMedium Airport
Abbots Bromley Airfield-Small Airport
Arley Airfield-Small Airport
Ash House Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Ashcroft Airfield-Small Airport
Baxterley Aerodrome-Small Airport
Bericote Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Birds Edge Airstrip-Small Airport
Brine Pits Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brook Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bryn Gates Airfield-Small Airport
Calton Moor Airfield-Small Airport
Camphill Airfield-Small Airport
Carr Valley Microlight Airfield-Small Airport
Clotton airstrip UL-Small Airport
Cottage Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Crosland Moor Airfield-Small Airport
Dairy House Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Darley Moor Airfield-Small Airport
Derby Airfield-Small Airport
Ditton Priors Airstrip-Small Airport
Fern Farm Airstrip UL-Small Airport
Fisherwick Airfield-Small Airport
Frandley House Airstrip-Small Airport
Grangewood Airstrip-Small Airport
Hanley Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hawksview Airstrip-Small Airport
Haydock Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Higher Barn Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Holly Meadow Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kenyon Hall Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Knoll Airstrip-Small Airport
Little Chase Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Little Down Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Longford Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Manchester Barton Aerodrome-Small Airport
Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Midland Glider Club-Small Airport
Mill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Mitton Airstrip-Small Airport
Onecoat Morridge Airstrip-Small Airport
Otherton Airfield-Small Airport
Palmer Moor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Newcastle under Lyme

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Cambridge Drive Post Office
Windermere Road Post Office

Treatment Centers in Newcastle under Lyme

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Burslem Health Centre
Harewood Park Rehabilitation Unit

Churches & Religious Organizations in Newcastle under Lyme

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapel of Rest
Convent of Mercy
Highland Methodist Church
Newcastle Baptist Church
Newcastle Baptist Church
Our Lady and St Werburgh RC
Saint Andrews, Westlands
St James the Great
St Peter's
St. Mary's Church
St. Thomas
Trent Vale Gospel Hall

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

Around Newcastle under Lyme

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 61
Hospitals 8
Pharmacies 20
Restaurants 22
Cafes 36
Bars 4
Supermarkets 3
Banks 2
Museums 2
Libraries 2
Parks 147
Police Stations 2
Places of Worship 8

Things to See Near Newcastle under Lyme

60 places within 15 km

⚱️ Archaeological Sites (6)
  • • Audley Castle
  • • Bury Bank Hillfort
  • • Hall Bank
  • • Holditch Roman industrial site
  • • Lawn Farm
  • + 1 more
🏰 Castles (3)
  • • Caverswall Castle
  • • Little Moreton Hall
  • • Rode Hall
🕳️ Caves (1)
  • • Beech Caves
🖼️ Galleries (1)
  • • Barewall Art Gallery
⛰️ Peaks (24)
  • • Acton Hill
  • • Alsagers Bank
  • • Ashley Heath
  • • Berth Hill
  • • Bignall Hill
  • + 19 more
🏛️ Ruins (18)
  • • Burslem Sunday School
  • • Heighley Castle
  • • Hulton Abbey
  • • Lord nelsons industrial estate
  • • Mow Cop Castle
  • + 13 more
🌄 Viewpoints (7)
  • • Apedale Winding Wheel
  • • Beech Vista
  • • Forest Park Viewing Point
  • • Highest Point on Wetley Common.
  • • Millennium Topograph
  • + 2 more

🇬🇧 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 Newcastle under Lyme

What is the population of Newcastle under Lyme?

Newcastle under Lyme has a population of 75,082 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 573 people per square mile, spread across 131.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Newcastle under Lyme?

Newcastle under Lyme has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 29.3 inches.

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