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Octeville-sur-Mer, France

Normandy · France

Octeville-sur-Mer is a small town in Normandy, France with a population of 4,949. Elevation: 256 ft (78 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
4,949 Population 452/sq mi density
256 ft Elevation 78 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
29.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$31,795 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$31,795 median income, 7.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$145,200 home value, $726/mo rent

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About Octeville-sur-Mer

Octeville-sur-Mer

Octeville-sur-Mer is a commune in the Seine-Maritime department, Normandy, northern France. It is twinned with Bourne End (Bucks) in United Kingdom since 2003 and with Furci Siculo (Sicily) in Italy since 2010.

People

Population4,949
Density452/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$31,795
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty5.0%

Housing

A
Home Value$145,200
Rent$726
Housing Units1,980
Rent Burden26.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain29.7 in/yr
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Population4,949
Population Density452 / sq mi
Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Coordinates49.5550°, 0.1166°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceNormandy
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation29.7 inches (755 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$31,795

About Octeville-sur-Mer

Octeville-sur-Mer is a small town in France (Normandy) with a population of 4,949. The city sits at an elevation of 256 feet (78 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Octeville-sur-Mer is $31,795, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 297 business establishments.

Income: Octeville-sur-Mer vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$31,795
58% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above France avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below France avg
Establishments (County)297

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Octeville-sur-Mer is $145,200, 48% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $726 (38% below the national average of $1,163). There are 1,980 total housing units in the city. 26.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,200
48% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$726
38% below France avg
Rent Burden26.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units1,980

Property Tax

Octeville-sur-Mer experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 282 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 29.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 256 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below France avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Area11.0 sq mi (28.4 km²)
Population Density452/sq mi
Coordinates49.5550°N, 0.1166°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 29.7"
22% below France avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.39"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

48 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.9 on Jul 14, 2011.

Oct 6, 1999 34 km NNW of Fécamp, France M4.6 57 km
Nov 30, 1994 17 km N of Courseulles-sur-Mer, France M4.1 41 km
Jul 14, 2011 62 km SSE of Ventnor, United Kingdom M3.9 88 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 131 km
Nov 2, 1997 7 km NW of Villers-sur-Mer, France M3.7 24 km
Sep 23, 2003 41 km WNW of Étretat, France M3.6 46 km
Aug 8, 1998 1 km SE of Cairon, France M3.5 54 km
Aug 1, 2007 2 km SSE of Blonville-sur-Mer, France M3.5 27 km
Jul 26, 1993 5 km ESE of Villedieu-les-Poêles, France M3.5 124 km
Sep 24, 2003 22 km WNW of Cauville-sur-Mer, France M3.5 25 km
Aug 29, 2001 5 km ENE of Saint-Lô, France M3.3 94 km
Jun 16, 1998 18 km NNW of Yport, France M3.3 36 km
Oct 19, 2002 9 km NW of Trouville-sur-Mer, France M3.2 16 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 133 km
Aug 29, 1992 2 km ESE of Radon, France M3.2 118 km
Jun 1, 2005 3 km N of Grandvilliers, France M3.1 133 km
Feb 22, 1999 France M3.1 148 km
Nov 26, 1991 50 km N of Urville-Nacqueville, France M3.0 146 km
Aug 26, 2002 40 km NNW of Étretat, France M3.0 56 km
May 1, 1997 21 km W of Fort-Mahon-Plage, France M3.0 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 2.4 in
March 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
May 54°F (12°C) 2.0 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.0 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in Warmest
September 60°F (16°C) 2.6 in
October 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
November 48°F (9°C) 3.3 in
December 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in Wettest

Octeville-sur-Mer has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 43°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 29.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.4") and July the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Octeville-sur-Mer

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
École primaire Jules Verne
Maternelle
Groupe scolaire Jules Verne
Groupe Scolaire Jules Verne
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Radio Stations near Octeville-sur-Mer

15 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RADIO TOU'CAEN caen MP3 192 kbps
Pulsradio Dance MP3 192 kbps
Radio Bazarnaom eclectic MP3 192 kbps
France Bleu Normandie (Calvados - Orne) MP3 128 kbps
Radio Phénix campus radio MP3 320 kbps
Radio 666 AAC 192 kbps
PulsRadio Hits MP3 192 kbps
Horizon MP3 128 kbps
🍒 La Radio sous la Cerise 🍒 AAC 46 kbps
Radio Troutrou various MP3 192 kbps
Station B MP3 192 kbps
Radio Albatros MP3 320 kbps
TSF 98 MP3 128 kbps
Radio Eure du Blues blues, blues rock MP3 128 kbps
Ouest Track Radio indie pop, indie rock AAC 96 kbps

Museums in Octeville-sur-Mer

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Appartement témoin Perret
Batteries du Mont Canisy
Blockhaus 39-45
Conservatoire Maritime du Havre
Eugene Boudin Museum
Galerie du Musée
Hôtel Dubocage de Bléville - Musée
La mora
Le Havre Port Center
Les Franciscaines
Maison de l'Armateur
Maison du Patrimoine et des Cités Provisoires
Maison du Patrimoine et des Cités Provisoires
Maison Maurice Leblanc
Musée d'Art Moderne André Malraux
Musée d'Ethnographie
Musée de la Marine
Musée de la villa Montebello
Musée du Patrimoine
Musée du Prieuré
Musée Satie
Muséum d'Histoire Naturelle
Paléospace
Prieuré de Graville
Villa Strassburger

Libraries in Octeville-sur-Mer

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliohèque Elsa Triolet0.0
Bibliothèque0.0
Bibliothèque Anne de Graville0.0
Bibliothèque Armand Salacrou0.0
Bibliothèque de Rouelles0.0
Bibliothèque du Mont Gaillard0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Municipale0.0
Bibliothèque Oscar Niemeyer0.0
Bibliothèque pour tous0.0
Bibliothèque universitaire0.0
CDI0.0
L'Apostrophe0.0
L'escale médiathèque0.0
La Mare aux livres0.0
Le Point Lecture0.0
Librairie du marché0.0
Lire à la plage0.0
Lire à la plage0.0
Lire à la plage0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque de Beuzeville0.0
Médiathèque de Caucriauville0.0
Médiathèque Léopold Sédar Senghor0.0
Médiathèque Martin Luther King0.0
Médiathèque Municipale0.0
Relais Lecture Aplemont0.0
Relais Lecture Le Parvis0.0
Relais Lecture Le Satellite0.0
Relais Lecture Massillon0.0
Relais Lecture Pré FLeuri0.0
Relais Lecture Sanvic0.0
Relais-Lecture de Soquence0.0

Farmers Markets in Octeville-sur-Mer

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle
Les Halles
Les Halles Centrales
Manché de Montivilliers
Marché aux Poissons
Marché aux Poissons
Marché aux poissons
Marché de Graville
Marché le samedi matin
Marché le samedi matin
Marché lundi, mercredi, vendredi
Marché mercredi et vendredi
Place du Marché

Veterinaries in Octeville-sur-Mer

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabinet Vétérinaire d'Octeville sur mer

Banks in Octeville-sur-Mer

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crédit Agricole

Golf Courses in Octeville-sur-Mer

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Golf du Havre - Octeville-sur-Mer

Breweries in Octeville-sur-Mer

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
La JJAP Brasserie Les 2 Terres
Paillette

Stadiums & Teams in Octeville-sur-Mer

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Octeville-sur-Mer

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Caen Carpiquet airportCFRMedium Airport
Deauville Normandie airportDOLMedium Airport
Le Havre-Octeville AirportLEHMedium Airport
Bernay-Saint-Martin AirfieldSmall Airport
Berville sur Mer AirfieldSmall Airport
Bolleville AirfieldSmall Airport
Bonneville-la-Louvet AirfieldSmall Airport
Courseulles-sur-Mer Ultralight AirfieldSmall Airport
Falaise-Mont d'Eraines AirfieldSmall Airport
Havre-Saint-Romain-de-Colbosc AirfieldSmall Airport
La Boissière AirfieldSmall Airport
Pierre Wadier AirfieldSmall Airport
Rouvres AirfieldSmall Airport
Saint-Valery-Vittefleur AirfieldSmall Airport
Yvetot Lucien Camu AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Octeville-sur-Mer

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Poste Annexe

Churches & Religious Organizations in Octeville-sur-Mer

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Église Saint-Martin

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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Paris

🇫🇷 About France

Capital Paris
Population 66,987,244
Area 547,030 km²
GDP (USD) $3,056,250,648,138
GDP per capita $44,700
HDI 0.917
Life expectancy 82.9 years
Internet users 86.8%
Urban population 78.8%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages French
Calling code +33
TLD .fr
Driving side right

Public Holidays in France

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Jour de l'an
Apr 6 Easter Monday Lundi de Pâques
May 1 Labour Day Fête du Travail
May 8 Victory in Europe Day Victoire 1945
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension
May 25 Whit Monday Lundi de Pentecôte
Jul 14 Bastille Day Fête nationale
Aug 15 Assumption Day Assomption
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Toussaint
Nov 11 Armistice Day Armistice 1918
Dec 25 Christmas Day Noël

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Frequently Asked Questions About Octeville-sur-Mer

What is the population of Octeville-sur-Mer?

Octeville-sur-Mer has a population of 4,949 residents and is located in France. The population density is 452 people per square mile, spread across 11.0 square miles.

Is Octeville-sur-Mer expensive to live in?

The median household income is $31,795, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $145,200 (48% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $726 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Octeville-sur-Mer?

Octeville-sur-Mer has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.7 inches.

How is the job market in Octeville-sur-Mer?

The unemployment rate in Octeville-sur-Mer is 7.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 297 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Octeville-sur-Mer?

The median home value in Octeville-sur-Mer is $145,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $726.

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