Okehampton, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Okehampton is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 7,309. Elevation: 512 ft (156 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 Okehampton
Okehampton is a town and civil parish in West Devon in the English county of Devon. At the 2021 census, the parish had a population of 7,313, which was slightly more than the 7,104 recorded at the 2011 census. The Okehampton built-up area had a population of 9,112 at the 2021 census, up from 7,647 in 2011.
People
Climate
| Population | 7,309 |
| Population Density | 14 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 512 ft (156 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.7384°, -4.0016° |
| 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 | 46.3 inches (1,177 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Okehampton
Okehampton is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 7,309. The city sits at an elevation of 512 feet (156 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 46.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.3°F |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 512 ft (156 m) |
| Area | 529.3 sq mi (1,370.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 14/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.7384°N, 4.0016°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 | - | 76 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 5.3 in | |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.7 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 4.7 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 5.4 in | Wettest |
Okehampton has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 40°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.4") and July the driest (2.7").
Schools in Okehampton
6 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bonkers Science | - | - | - | - |
| Okehampton College | - | - | - | - |
| Okehampton Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Boasley Cross Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bridestowe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St James Church of England Primary and Nursery School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Okehampton
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 Okehampton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashburton Museum | ||||
| Church House | ||||
| Cotehele Quay Discovery Centre | ||||
| Dartmoor Prison Museum | ||||
| Finch Foundry (NT) | ||||
| Great Torrington Heritage Museum | ||||
| Monastic Way Exhibition | ||||
| Motor Museum | ||||
| Museum Of Dartmoor Life | ||||
| St. Lawrence Chapel | ||||
| Tavistock Museum | ||||
| The Arthur Westlake Museum | ||||
| War Horse Valley Country Farm Park |
Libraries in Okehampton
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashburton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bowring Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chagford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Okehampton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Princetown Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tavistock Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Torrington Library & Tourist Information Centre | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Okehampton
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tavistock Livestock Market | |||||
| Tavistock Pannier Market |
Hotels in Okehampton
7 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Okehampton
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Okehampton
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Okehampton
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Okehampton
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Okehampton
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Okehampton
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Okehampton
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Okehampton
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Okehampton
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Okehampton
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Okehampton
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Okehampton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dartmoor Brewery | ||||
| Honey Wood Orchard | ||||
| Stannary Brewing Company & Taproom | ||||
| Taw Valley Brewery | ||||
| Utopian Brewing Company |
Airports Near Okehampton
25 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 |
| Bodmin Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bolt Head Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brent Tor Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Brookside Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Eaglescott Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eggesford Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gorrel Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Halwell Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hunsdon Lea Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lundy Island Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Marldon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| North Hill Glider Field | - | 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 Okehampton
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Okehampton Post Office | |
| Riverside Stores & Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Okehampton
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints | |
| All Saints Church Hall | |
| Bridestowe Methodist Church | |
| Chapel | |
| Fairplace United Church | |
| Fairplace United Church | |
| Gospel Hall | |
| New Life Church | |
| Okehampton Baptist Chapel | |
| St Bridget's | |
| St James Church | |
| St Petroc | |
| St Thomas a Becket |
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 Okehampton?
Okehampton has a population of 7,309 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 529.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Okehampton?
Okehampton 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 46.3 inches.
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