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Newtown, United Kingdom

Wales · United Kingdom

Newtown is a small city in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 11,357. Elevation: 364 ft (111 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
11,357 Population 5/sq mi density
364 ft Elevation 111 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
41.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$45,604 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$45,604 median income, 3.6% unemployment
C+
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$298,837 home value, $1,140/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Newtown

Newtown

Newtown, a suburb of Sydney's inner west, is located approximately four kilometres south-west of the Sydney central business district, straddling the local government areas of the City of Sydney and Inner West Council in the state of New South Wales, Australia.

People

Population11,357
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,604
Per Capita$45,604
Unemployment3.6%

Housing

C+
Home Value$298,837
Rent$1,140
Ownership67.9%
Housing Units4,543

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days262/yr
Elevation364 ft (111 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.9%
High School+48.9%

Community

Population11,357
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Coordinates52.5167°, -3.3000°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation41.0 inches (1,041 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$45,604
Median Age50.7 years

About Newtown

Newtown is a small city in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 11,357. The city sits at an elevation of 364 feet (111 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Newtown has a population of 11,357 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 2,139.3 square miles. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. The city is predominantly White (2.7%), with 1.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.9% of residents. 5.1% of the population are veterans. 5.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

11,357
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above United Kingdom avg
2,139.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.9%
25% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.1%

Social Characteristics

Newtown vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Newtown is $45,604, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,604 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $877, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,033 business establishments. 30.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Newtown vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,604
39% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$45,604
Avg Weekly Wage$877

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)1,033

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.4%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home30.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Newtown is $298,837, 6% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,140 (2% below the national average of $1,163). 67.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 4,543 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$298,837
6% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,140
2% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership67.9%
Owner-Occupied67.9%
Renter-Occupied32.2%
Housing Units4,543

Property Tax

Climate in Newtown

Newtown has an average annual temperature of 9.2°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (15.3°C), the coldest is Jan (3.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1077 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.4°C / 38°F -2.9° / 10.6° 86.9
Feb 5°C / 41°F -2.4° / 12.4° 99.6
Mar 5.6°C / 42°F -2.1° / 14.9° 89.2
Apr 7.3°C / 45°F -2.1° / 17.3° 54.4
May 10.8°C / 51°F 2.1° / 19.8° 65.2
Jun 13.7°C / 57°F 4.6° / 24.6° 76.7
Jul 15.3°C / 60°F 7.4° / 25.7° 75.5
Aug 15.3°C / 59°F 7.1° / 24.9° 80.6
Sep 13.2°C / 56°F 4.6° / 23.3° 95.7
Oct 9.9°C / 50°F 2.2° / 17.5° 134.4
Nov 6.5°C / 44°F -1.7° / 13.9° 98.9
Dec 4.8°C / 41°F -3.3° / 11.8° 119.8
Newtown experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 262 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 364 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days262 days/yr

Geography

Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Area2,139.3 sq mi (5,540.8 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates52.5167°N, 3.3000°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.0"
8% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.65"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

55 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 78 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 31 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 77 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 96 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 129 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 141 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 118 km
May 29, 2013 14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom M3.8 104 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 91 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 47 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 131 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 126 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 138 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 61 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 137 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 5 km
Jul 29, 1992 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.5 103 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 108 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 91 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 4.5 in
February 38°F (3°C) 3.2 in Coldest
March 42°F (5°C) 3.5 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
May 51°F (10°C) 2.4 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.1 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
October 49°F (9°C) 3.9 in
November 43°F (6°C) 4.4 in
December 40°F (5°C) 4.7 in Wettest

Newtown has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 38°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.7") and July the driest (2.4").

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31.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 5% below the national average of 33.7%. 48.9% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.9%
5% below United Kingdom avg
High School+48.9%
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area2,139.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.4%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home30.3%

Colleges & Universities in Newtown

Institution Type Founded Website
Newtown College College Visit →

Schools in Newtown

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Newtown High School
St Mary's R.C. (A) School
Penygloddfa C.P. School
Maesyrhandir C.P. School
Treowen Community Primary School
Cedewain School
Dolfor County Primary School
Ysgol Dafydd Llwyd
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Radio Stations near Newtown

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hereme 2000s pop 2000's, pop MP3

Museums in Newtown

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abbey Cwmhir Museum
Andrew Logan Museum of Sculpture
CARAD Rhayader Museum and Gallery
Clive Museum
Cloverlands Model Car Collection
Llanidloes Museum
Newtown Textile Museum
Powysland Museum
The Old Bell Museum
The Robert Owen Museum
The Thomas Shop
Y Dolydd - The Workhouse

Libraries in Newtown

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Abandoned/Disused0.0
Knighton Library0.0
Llandiloes Library0.0
Llanfyllin Library0.0
Montgomery Branch Library0.0
Rhayader Library0.0
Welshpool Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Newtown

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Welshpool Market

Hotels in Newtown

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cefn Lea Christian Conference Centre
Elephant and Castle Hotel
Yesterdays

Restaurants in Newtown

9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

23 Social
7 Pizza Parler
Bahar
Kwai Chin
Parkers
The Castle Vaults
The Granary
The Lantern
The Old Vicarage Dolfor

Cafes in Newtown

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brisco
Costa
Evans Cafe
Severn Park Cafe

Cinemas in Newtown

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Regent Centre

Dentists in Newtown

5 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Clifton Dental Practice
GB #1060879251
mydentist
Severnside Dental Spa
St Giles Dental

Train Stations in Newtown

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Newtown

Bus Stations in Newtown

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #1307330813
Newtown Bus Station

Gas Stations in Newtown

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Morrisons
Tesco

Banks in Newtown

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

HSBC UK
Lloyds Bank
Nationwide
NatWest
Santander
the west brom

Golf Courses in Newtown

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

St. Giles

Breweries in Newtown

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Monty's Brewery
Wilderness Brewery

Airports Near Newtown

35 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hawarden AirportCEGMedium Airport
RAF ShawburyMedium Airport
Abergavenny AirstripSmall Airport
Allensmore AirfieldSmall Airport
Ash House Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Ashcroft AirfieldSmall Airport
Breidden AirfieldSmall Airport
Broadmeadow Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Byecross Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Chirk AirfieldSmall Airport
Clotton airstrip ULSmall Airport
Ditton Priors AirstripSmall Airport
Elan Valley AirstripSmall Airport
Forest Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Green Acres AirstripSmall Airport
Hardwicke AirstripSmall Airport
Lane Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Llangarron Private AirstripSmall Airport
Lleweni Parc Glyndwr Soaring ClubSmall Airport
Lower Grounds Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Midland Glider ClubSmall Airport
Mill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Nantclwyd AirstripSmall Airport
North Wales Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Pencraig AirstripSmall Airport
Sandford Hall AirstripSmall Airport
Shobdon AirfieldSmall Airport
Sleap AirfieldSmall Airport
Spence AirfieldSmall Airport
Talgarth Glider FieldSmall Airport
The Plassey AirstripSmall Airport
Tilstock AirfieldSmall Airport
Trench Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Welshpool AirportSmall Airport
Woonton AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Newtown

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Newtown Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Newtown

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints Church
Crescent Christian Centre
God the Holy Spirit Catholic Church
Hope Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Newtown Baptist Church
Newtown Evangelical Church
St David's Church
St Llwchaiarn's Church
St Mary's
St. Pauls
The Salvation Army

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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 Newtown

What is the population of Newtown?

Newtown has a population of 11,357 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 2,139.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Newtown expensive to live in?

The median household income is $45,604, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $298,837 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,140 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Newtown?

Newtown has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.0 inches.

How is the job market in Newtown?

Newtown has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $877. There are 1,033 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Newtown?

The median home value in Newtown is $298,837. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,140. The homeownership rate is 67.9%.

How are the schools in Newtown?

31.9% of adults in Newtown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 48.9% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Newtown?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Newtown is 2.7% White, 1.1% Asian. 97.9% of residents speak only English at home. 5.1% of the population are military veterans. 5.9% of residents have a disability.

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