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Penmaenmawr, United Kingdom

Wales · United Kingdom

Penmaenmawr is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 2,535. Elevation: 171 ft (52 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,535 Population 6/sq mi density
171 ft Elevation 52 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
54.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$44,988 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$44,988 median income, 5.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$259,818 home value, $1,125/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Penmaenmawr

Penmaenmawr

Penmaenmawr is a town and community in Conwy County Borough, Wales, which was formerly in the parish of Dwygyfylchi and the traditional county of Caernarfonshire. It is on the North Wales coast between Conwy and Llanfairfechan and was an important quarrying town, though quarrying is no longer a major employer. The population of the community was 4,353 in 2011, including Dwygyfylchi and Capelulo. The town itself having a population of 2,868 (2011).

People

Population2,535
Median Age49.8 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,988
Per Capita$44,988
Unemployment5.6%

Housing

B
Home Value$259,818
Rent$1,125
Ownership69.0%
Housing Units1,014

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain54.4 in/yr
Sunny Days237/yr
Elevation171 ft (52 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.4%
High School+49.0%

Community

Population2,535
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Coordinates53.2667°, -3.9333°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation54.4 inches (1,381 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$44,988
Median Age49.8 years

About Penmaenmawr

Penmaenmawr is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 2,535. The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet (52 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Penmaenmawr has a population of 2,535 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 423.3 square miles. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.6% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (2.4%), with 1.6% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.7% of residents. 5.9% of the population are veterans. 6.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

2,535
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above United Kingdom avg
423.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.6%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.7%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.3%

Social Characteristics

Penmaenmawr vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Penmaenmawr is $44,988, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,988 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $865, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 231 business establishments. 23.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Penmaenmawr vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$44,988
40% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$44,988
Avg Weekly Wage$865

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)231

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone58.1%
Public Transit3.6%
Work from Home23.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Penmaenmawr is $259,818, 8% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below the national average of $1,163). 69.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,014 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$259,818
8% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.0%
Owner-Occupied69.0%
Renter-Occupied31.1%
Housing Units1,014

Property Tax

Penmaenmawr experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 237 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 171 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days237 days/yr

Geography

Elevation171 ft (52 m)
Area423.3 sq mi (1,096.5 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates53.2667°N, 3.9333°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.4"
43% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 6.30"
Driest Month (May) 3.03"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

38 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 28, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 146 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 124 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 116 km
May 29, 2013 14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom M3.8 68 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 119 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 94 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 5 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 130 km
Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 117 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 97 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 90 km
Jul 29, 1992 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.5 33 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 121 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 132 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 117 km
Mar 4, 1990 2 km N of Great Haywood, United Kingdom M3.3 139 km
Sep 1, 1999 4 km SSW of Llanfairfechan, United Kingdom M3.3 7 km
Feb 10, 1994 2 km NNE of Tregarth, United Kingdom M3.3 11 km
Feb 20, 1995 England, United Kingdom M3.3 126 km
Oct 23, 2002 0 km WSW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.3 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (4°C) 5.6 in
February 38°F (3°C) 4.1 in Coldest
March 40°F (5°C) 4.8 in
April 44°F (6°C) 3.4 in
May 49°F (10°C) 3.0 in Driest
June 54°F (12°C) 3.3 in
July 57°F (14°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.7 in
October 48°F (9°C) 5.7 in
November 43°F (6°C) 6.3 in Wettest
December 40°F (4°C) 6.0 in

Penmaenmawr has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 38°F in February to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.3") and May the driest (3.0").

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32.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% below the national average of 33.7%. 49.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.4%
4% below United Kingdom avg
High School+49.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density6/sq mi
Total Area423.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone58.1%
Public Transit3.6%
Work from Home23.4%

Schools in Penmaenmawr

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ysgol Pencae
Ysgol Capelulo
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Radio Stations near Penmaenmawr

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
HearMe - 2000s pop 2000s pop MP3
Hits hull & East York pop music MP3 128 kbps
Radio Bronglais MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Penmaenmawr

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Beaumaris Gaol
Conwy Valley Railway Museum
Dolgarrog Railway Society
Great Orme Bronze Age Mines
Great Orme Visitor Centre
Home Front Museum
Llandudno Chocolate Experience
Llandudno Museum
Old Quarry Hospital
Penmaenmawr Historical Society & Museum
Penrhyn Castle
Penrhyn Castle Railway Museum
Sir Henry Jones Museum
Storiel
Thomas Telford Centre
Trefriw Woollen Mill
Tŷ Mawr Wybrnant Museum
Welsh Slate Museum

Libraries in Penmaenmawr

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bangor Library0.0
Beaumaris Library0.0
Bethesda Library0.0
Colwyn Bay Library0.0
Deiniol Library0.0
Deiniolen Library0.0
Library and Civic Hall0.0
Llandudno Library0.0
Llanfairfechan Library0.0
Llanrwst Library0.0
Menai Bridge Library0.0
Penmaenmawr Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Penmaenmawr

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Market Square Shopping Centre

Hotels in Penmaenmawr

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alexandra Hotel
Caerlyr Hall Hotel
Mountain View
Noddfa Retreat Centre

Restaurants in Penmaenmawr

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bay of Bengal
The Austrian Restaurant
Ti Amo

Cafes in Penmaenmawr

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Beach Cafe
Bettys Cafe
Big Rock Cafe
Village Bistro

Train Stations in Penmaenmawr

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Penmaenmawr

Gas Stations in Penmaenmawr

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell Orme View

Breweries in Penmaenmawr

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Great Orme Brewery
Snowdon Craft Beer
Wild Horse Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Penmaenmawr

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Penmaenmawr

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Anglesey AirportVLYMedium Airport
Bryngwyn Bach AirfieldSmall Airport
Cae Mawr Tyddyn HenSmall Airport
Caernarfon AirportSmall Airport
Dinas Farm Private AirstripSmall Airport
Llanbedr AirfieldSmall Airport
Lleweni Parc Glyndwr Soaring ClubSmall Airport
Nantclwyd AirstripSmall Airport
North Wales Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Pencraig AirstripSmall Airport
RAF MonaSmall Airport
Rhedyn Coch Farm AirstripSmall Airport
RhoshirwaunSmall Airport
Talybont AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Penmaenmawr

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Penmaenmawr Post Office

Treatment Centers in Penmaenmawr

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Parkland Place

Churches & Religious Organizations in Penmaenmawr

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St David's Church
St Pauls United Church
St. Seiriol's Church
The Church of St. Celynin
The Oasis Christian Centre

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Penmaenmawr

What is the population of Penmaenmawr?

Penmaenmawr has a population of 2,535 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 423.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.6% female and 48.5% male.

Is Penmaenmawr expensive to live in?

The median household income is $44,988, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $259,818 (8% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Penmaenmawr?

Penmaenmawr has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.4 inches.

How is the job market in Penmaenmawr?

The unemployment rate in Penmaenmawr is 5.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $865. There are 231 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Penmaenmawr?

The median home value in Penmaenmawr is $259,818. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,125. The homeownership rate is 69.0%.

How are the schools in Penmaenmawr?

32.4% of adults in Penmaenmawr hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Penmaenmawr?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Penmaenmawr is 2.4% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.6% Asian. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 5.9% of the population are military veterans. 6.6% of residents have a disability.

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