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Newquay, United Kingdom
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Newquay is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 20,189. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
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| Population | 20,189 |
| Population Density | 7 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 102 ft (31 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.4156°, -5.0732° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.0 inches (991 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $44,453 |
| Median Age | 47.6 years |
About Newquay
Newquay is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 20,189. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet (31 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Newquay vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Newquay vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,453 |
| 41% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $44,453 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $855 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,837 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.1% |
| Public Transit | 1.9% |
| Work from Home | 24.7% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $368,220 |
| 31% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,111 |
| 4% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 67.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.6% |
| Housing Units | 8,076 |
Property Tax
Climate in Newquay
Newquay has an average annual temperature of 11.1°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (16.1°C), the coldest is Feb (6.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1077 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 265 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 102 ft (31 m) |
| Area | 3,058.0 sq mi (7,920.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.4156°N, 5.0732°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 | — | 147 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 44°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 4.6 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 4.5 in |
Newquay has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 44°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (2.1").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.6% |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 49.4% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 7/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3,058.0 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.1% |
| Public Transit | 1.9% |
| Work from Home | 24.7% |
Schools in Newquay
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenance Learning Academy | — | — | — | — |
| St Columb Minor Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Treviglas Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Newquay Junior Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Newquay Tretherras | — | — | — | — |
| The Bishops CofE Learning Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Nansledan School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Newquay
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaos Radio (FR) | music | MP3 320 kbps | |
| The Source FM | classical, community radio | MP3 110 kbps |
Museums in Newquay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Hills Tin Streams | ||||
| East Pool Mine | ||||
| Enys Gardens | ||||
| Heritage Centre | ||||
| King Edward Mine | ||||
| Michell's Engine House | ||||
| Moseley Heritage Museum | ||||
| Padstow Museum | ||||
| Padstow Museum | ||||
| Penryn Museum | ||||
| Perranporth Museum | ||||
| Redruth Old Cornwall Society Museum | ||||
| Royal Cornwall Museum | ||||
| St Agnes Museum | ||||
| St columb Major Smallseum | ||||
| The National Lobster Hatchery |
Libraries in Newquay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camborne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cornwall Poetry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newquay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penryn Library and Information Service | 0.0 | |||||
| Perranporth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Redruth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Agnes Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Columb Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Truro Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wadebridge Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Newquay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmers Market |
Hotels in Newquay
30 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Newquay
30 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Newquay
19 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Newquay
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Newquay
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Newquay
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Newquay
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Newquay
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Newquay
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Newquay
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Newquay
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Newquay
4 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Newquay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Brewery & Distillery | ||||
| Black Flag Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Bluntrock Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Cuckoo Valley Cider | ||||
| Driftwood Spars Brewery & Pub | ||||
| Dynamite Valley Brewing Co Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Gould Ciders & Perries | ||||
| Keltek Brewery | ||||
| Lacuna Brewing Co Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Padstow Brewing Company | ||||
| Pipeline Brewing Co & Taproom | ||||
| The Bearded Brewery | ||||
| Touchwood Cider | ||||
| Treens Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Tremethick Brewery | ||||
| Trevors Farmhouse Cider | ||||
| Verdant Brewing Co Brewery & Taproom |
Stadiums & Teams in Newquay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Newquay
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cornwall Airport Newquay | NQY | Medium Airport |
| RNAS Culdrose | — | Medium Airport |
| Bodmin Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bonnallack Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gorrel Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Land's End Airport | LEQ | Small Airport |
| Lower Botrea | — | Small Airport |
| Perranporth Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Polpidnick Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Porthtowan Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Predannack Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| RAF Davidstow Moor | — | Small Airport |
| Roche Barton Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tempest Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Truro Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Newquay
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Central Square Post Office | |
| Newquay Post Office | |
| Quintrell Downs Post Office | |
| St Columb Minor Post Office | |
| Whitegate Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Newquay
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs Witnesses | |
| Most Holy Trinity Church | |
| St Columba | |
| St Michael the Archangel | |
| The Salvation Army - Newquay | |
| Wave House Church |
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What is the population of Newquay?
Newquay has a population of 20,189 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 7 people per square mile, spread across 3,058.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.
Is Newquay expensive to live in?
The median household income is $44,453, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $368,220 (31% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,111 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Newquay?
Newquay has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches.
How is the job market in Newquay?
Newquay has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $855. There are 1,837 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Newquay?
The median home value in Newquay is $368,220. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,111. The homeownership rate is 67.4%.
How are the schools in Newquay?
30.6% of adults in Newquay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.4% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Newquay?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Newquay is 3.7% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.9% Asian. 97.6% of residents speak only English at home. 6.3% of the population are military veterans. 6.2% of residents have a disability.