North Tawton, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
North Tawton is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,117. Elevation: 453 ft (138 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About North Tawton
North Tawton is a small town in Devon, England, situated on the river Taw. It is administered by West Devon Council. The population of the electoral ward at the census 2011 was 2,026.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,117 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 453 ft (138 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.7997°, -3.8976° |
| 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 | 47.6 inches (1,208 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About North Tawton
North Tawton is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,117. The city sits at an elevation of 453 feet (138 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 47.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.1°F |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 453 ft (138 m) |
| Area | 529.3 sq mi (1,370.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.7997°N, 3.8976°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 | - | 72 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 5.5 in | |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 4.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
North Tawton has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 40°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (2.7").
Schools in North Tawton
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Tawton Community Primary School and Nursery | - | - | - | - |
| Exbourne Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near North Tawton
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 North Tawton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bovey Tracey Heritage Centre | ||||
| Church House | ||||
| Cobbaton Combat Museum | ||||
| Crediton Museum | ||||
| Dartmoor Prison Museum | ||||
| Finch Foundry (NT) | ||||
| Great Torrington Heritage Museum | ||||
| Kelly Mine | ||||
| Motor Museum | ||||
| Museum Of Dartmoor Life | ||||
| Rora House | ||||
| South Molton Museum | ||||
| Tavistock Museum | ||||
| The Arthur Westlake Museum | ||||
| War Horse Valley Country Farm Park |
Libraries in North Tawton
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bovey Tracey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bovey Tracey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bowring Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chagford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crediton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Okehampton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| South Molton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Torrington Library & Tourist Information Centre | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in North Tawton
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Molton Panier Market | |||||
| Tavistock Pannier Market | |||||
| Town Square |
Cafes in North Tawton
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in North Tawton
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in North Tawton
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in North Tawton
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in North Tawton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gray's Devon Cider | ||||
| Taw Valley Brewery | ||||
| The Devil's Pleasure | ||||
| Utopian Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in North Tawton
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near North Tawton
28 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiff International Airport | CWL | Large Airport |
| Exeter International Airport | EXT | Medium Airport |
| MOD St Athan | - | 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 |
| Brookside Farm Private Airstrip | - | 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 |
| Old Park Farm Airstrip | - | 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 North Tawton
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| North Tawton Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in North Tawton
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bondleigh Gospel Hall | |
| North Street Chapel | |
| St Andrew | |
| St Martin (Disused) | |
| St Mary | |
| St Mary Blessed Virgin | |
| St Peter | |
| St. James |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of North Tawton?
North Tawton has a population of 2,117 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 529.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in North Tawton?
North Tawton 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. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches.
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