Padstow, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Padstow is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,669. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°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 Padstow
Padstow railway station was the western terminus of the North Cornwall Railway. It was opened in 1899 by the London and South Western Railway (LSWR) to serve the port of Padstow. It closed in 1967 having been proposed for closure in the Beeching Report.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,669 |
| Population Density | 508 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.5389°, -4.9366° |
| 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 | 37.6 inches (956 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Padstow
Padstow is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,669. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 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 37.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 508/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.5389°N, 4.9366°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 | - | 137 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 4.3 in | |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 3.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 4.3 in |
Padstow has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 43°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.5") and May the driest (2.1").
Schools in Padstow
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Issey Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Padstow School | - | - | - | - |
| St Merryn School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Padstow
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaos Radio (FR) | music | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Newquay | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| The Source FM | classical, community radio | MP3 110 kbps |
Museums in Padstow
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodmin Jail | ||||
| Bodmin Keep | ||||
| Bodmin Town Museum | ||||
| Discovering42 | ||||
| Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry Museum | ||||
| Heritage Centre | ||||
| King Arthur's Great Halls | ||||
| Museum of Cycling | ||||
| Museum of Witchcraft and Magic | ||||
| Padstow Museum | ||||
| Padstow Museum | ||||
| Perranporth Museum | ||||
| Shipwreck Treasure Museum | ||||
| St columb Major Smallseum | ||||
| The Core | ||||
| The National Lobster Hatchery | ||||
| Wheal Martyn Clay Works |
Libraries in Padstow
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodmin Library and Information Service | 0.0 | |||||
| Newquay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Par Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Perranporth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Austell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Columb Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wadebridge Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Padstow
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par Market |
Hotels in Padstow
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Padstow
23 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Padstow
13 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Padstow
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Padstow
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theme Parks in Padstow
1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Padstow
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Padstow
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Padstow
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Padstow
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Padstow
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Padstow
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Brewery & Distillery | ||||
| Black Flag Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Bluntrock Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Dowr Kammel Brewing Company | ||||
| Gould Ciders & Perries | ||||
| Harbour Brewing Co | ||||
| Haywood Farm Cider | ||||
| Padstow Brewing Company | ||||
| St Austell Brewery | ||||
| The Bearded Brewery | ||||
| The Wasted Apple Co | ||||
| Tintagel Brewery | ||||
| Touchwood Cider | ||||
| Tremethick Brewery |
Airports Near Padstow
18 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 |
| Lundy Island Airfield | - | 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 |
| St Mellion Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tempest Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tinnel Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Truro Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Padstow
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Padstow Post Office | |
| Trevone Mobile Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Padstow
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Ervan | |
| St Issey | |
| St John's, Padstow | |
| St Merryn | |
| St Petroc Minue | |
| St Petroc's Church | |
| St Saviour's |
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UFO Sightings Near Padstow
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Padstow.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Padstow (uk/england) | 2000 | Flashing lights seen as half-mile wide object in night sky above padstow,England |
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What is the population of Padstow?
Padstow has a population of 2,669 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 508 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Padstow?
Padstow 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. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches.
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