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Par, United Kingdom
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Par is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 9,462. Elevation: 10 ft (3 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
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| Population | 9,462 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.3511°, -4.7029° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.3 inches (1,049 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $44,453 |
| Median Age | 47.6 years |
About Par
Par is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 9,462. The city sits at an elevation of 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Par vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Par vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,453 |
| 41% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $44,453 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $855 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 861 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.1% |
| Public Transit | 1.9% |
| Work from Home | 24.7% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $368,220 |
| 31% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,111 |
| 4% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 67.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.6% |
| Housing Units | 3,785 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Area | 3,058.0 sq mi (7,920.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.3511°N, 4.7029°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 | — | 122 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 4.6 in | |
| February | 42°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 3.1 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.6 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.5 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 4.9 in | Wettest |
Par has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 42°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.9") and July the driest (2.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.6% |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 49.4% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3,058.0 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.1% |
| Public Transit | 1.9% |
| Work from Home | 24.7% |
Schools in Par
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roselyon Preparatory School | — | — | — | — |
| Tywardreath School | — | — | — | — |
| Biscovey Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Biscovey Nursery and Infants' Academy | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Par
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 Par
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodmin Jail | ||||
| Bodmin Keep | ||||
| Bodmin Town Museum | ||||
| Discovering42 | ||||
| Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry Museum | ||||
| Fowey Town Museum | ||||
| Heritage Centre | ||||
| Jamaica Inn's Daphne du Maurier & Smuggling Museum | ||||
| Liskeard and District Museum | ||||
| Lostwithiel Museum | ||||
| Mevagissey Museum | ||||
| Minions Heritage Centre | ||||
| Old Guild Hall | ||||
| Padstow Museum | ||||
| Padstow Museum | ||||
| Polperro Heritage Museum of Smuggling & Fishing | ||||
| Polperro Model Village & Land of Legend | ||||
| Shipwreck Treasure Museum | ||||
| St columb Major Smallseum | ||||
| The Core | ||||
| The National Lobster Hatchery | ||||
| Wheal Martyn Clay Works |
Libraries in Par
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodmin Library and Information Service | 0.0 | |||||
| liskeard Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Looe Library & Community Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Lostwithiel Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Par Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Austell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Columb Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wadebridge Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Par
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lostwithiel Produce Market | |||||
| Par Market |
Hotels in Par
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Par
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Par
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Par
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Par
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Par
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Par
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Par
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluntrock Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Castle Brewery | ||||
| Cornish Orchards | ||||
| Dowr Kammel Brewing Company | ||||
| Fowey Valley Cidery & Distillery | ||||
| Gould Ciders & Perries | ||||
| Harbour Brewing Co | ||||
| Haye Farm Cider | ||||
| Haywood Farm Cider | ||||
| St Austell Brewery | ||||
| The Wasted Apple Co | ||||
| Tremethick Brewery |
Airports Near Par
20 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cornwall Airport Newquay | NQY | Medium Airport |
| RNAS Culdrose | — | Medium Airport |
| Royal Marines Base Chivenor | — | Medium Airport |
| Belle Vue Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bodmin Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bonnallack Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Brent Tor Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Eaglescott Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gorrel Farm Airstrip | — | 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 |
| Westover Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Par
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Biscovey Post Office | |
| Par Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Par
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of the Good Shepherd | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| St Andrew's Church, Tywardreath | |
| St Mary's Chapel | |
| Tregaminion Chapel of Ease | |
| Well Street Chapel |
Quick Facts
🇬🇧 About United Kingdom
Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Par
What is the population of Par?
Par has a population of 9,462 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 3,058.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.
Is Par expensive to live in?
The median household income is $44,453, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $368,220 (31% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,111 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Par?
Par has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.3 inches.
How is the job market in Par?
Par has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $855. There are 861 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Par?
The median home value in Par is $368,220. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,111. The homeownership rate is 67.4%.
How are the schools in Par?
30.6% of adults in Par hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.4% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Par?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Par is 3.7% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.9% Asian. 97.6% of residents speak only English at home. 6.3% of the population are military veterans. 6.2% of residents have a disability.