Penrith, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Penrith is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 16,987. Elevation: 479 ft (146 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
Discover Penrith, United Kingdom
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
People
Climate
| Population | 16,987 |
| Elevation | 479 ft (146 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.6658°, -2.7576° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.1 inches (1,247 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Penrith
Penrith is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 16,987. The city sits at an elevation of 479 feet (146 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Penrith
Penrith has an average annual temperature of 8.3°C (47°F). The hottest month is Jul (14.4°C), the coldest is Jan (2.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1305 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.1°F |
| 15% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 479 ft (146 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.6658°N, 2.7576°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 5.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 37°F (3°C) | 3.8 in | |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 44°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.9 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 5.1 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 5.4 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
Penrith has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 37°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.6") and April the driest (2.8").
Schools in Penrith
12 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaconside CofE Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Brunswick School | - | - | - | - |
| St Catherine's Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Penrith | - | - | - | - |
| Queen Elizabeth Grammar School Sixth Form Centre | - | - | - | - |
| Ullswater Community College | - | - | - | - |
| North Lakes School | - | - | - | - |
| Stainton CE Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Lowther Endowed School | - | - | - | - |
| Hunter Hall School | - | - | - | - |
| Yanwath Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Clifton Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Penrith
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| JFSR - Jazz Funk Soul Radio | funk, jazz | AAC 320 kbps | |
| HearMe - 60s Rock | 60s rock, 60’s rock | MP3 | |
| HearMe - 00s rock | 00s rock, 00’s rock | MP3 | |
| Dales Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rave Archive 24/7 | 24/7, rave | AAC+ 320 kbps | |
| frisk radio guilty Pleasures northeast | music | AAC | |
| Golden Decades Radio | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Penrith
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acorn Bank | ||||
| Cumbria's Museum of Military Life | ||||
| Guildhall Museum | ||||
| Penrith & Eden Musuem | ||||
| The Armitt Museum & Library | ||||
| Tullie House |
Libraries in Penrith
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ambleside Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carlisle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Denton Holme Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Morton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penrith Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shap Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Penrith
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Farmers Market | |||||
| Penrith Auction Market | |||||
| Penrith Saturday Market & Car Boot Sale |
Hotels in Penrith
13 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Penrith
13 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Penrith
35 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Penrith
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Penrith
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Penrith
6 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Penrith
4 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Penrith
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Penrith
6 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Penrith
4 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Penrith
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Penrith
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Penrith
11 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Penrith
8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Penrith
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Penrith
4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Penrith
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Penrith
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brack'N'Brew | ||||
| Eden River Brew Co. |
Stadiums & Teams in Penrith
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Penrith
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Barrow Walney Island Airport | BWF | Medium Airport |
| Carlisle Lake District Airport | CAX | Medium Airport |
| RAF Spadeadam | - | Medium Airport |
| Bedlands Gate Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Berrier Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cark airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cockerham Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fingland | - | Small Airport |
| Glassonby Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kirkbride Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Lartington Moor Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Loadman Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Middleton Sands Microlight | - | Small Airport |
| Moss Edge Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pilling Sands Microlight | - | Small Airport |
| Skelling Farm Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Tarn Farm Airfield (Rossall Field) | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Penrith
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Burrowgate Post Office | |
| Penrith Post Office | |
| Stainton Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Penrith
21 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christ Church | |
| Church In The Barn | |
| Church in the Barn | |
| Friends Meeting House | |
| Gateway to Cemetery | |
| Gospel Hall Evangelical Church | |
| Islamic Prayer Room | |
| Kingdom hall of jehovahs witness | |
| Penrith & Penruddock United Reformed Church | |
| Penrith Methodist Church | |
| Saint Andrew's Church | |
| Salvation Army Hall | |
| St Catherine's Church | |
| St John | |
| St Pauls | |
| St Wilfred | |
| St. Cuthbert's, Clifton | |
| St. Michael | |
| St. Michael's Church | |
| St. Peter's Church |
Explore Near Penrith
UFO Sightings Near Penrith
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Penrith.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Penrith (uk/england) | 2000 | Lights in the sky, moving in formation at great speeds. |
Quick Facts
🇬🇧 About United Kingdom
Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Penrith.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Penrith
What is the population of Penrith?
Penrith has a population of 16,987 residents and is located in United Kingdom..
What is the weather like in Penrith?
Penrith has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 49.1 inches.
Nearby Cities
Want every data point for Penrith?
The full profile puts all sections on one printable page, no tabs.
Full City Profile