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Perranporth, United Kingdom
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Perranporth is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 3,210. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
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About Perranporth
Perranporth is a seaside resort town on the north coast of Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. It is 2.1 miles east of the St Agnes Heritage Coastline, and around 7 miles south-west of Newquay. Perranporth and its 2 miles (3 km) long beach face the Atlantic Ocean. It has a population of 3,066, and is the largest settlement in the civil parish of Perranzabuloe. It has an electoral ward in its own name whose population was 4,270 in the 2011 census.
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| Population | 3,210 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.3438°, -5.1556° |
| 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 | 39.0 inches (991 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $44,453 |
| Median Age | 47.6 years |
About Perranporth
Perranporth is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 3,210. 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 39.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Perranporth vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Perranporth 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) | 292 |
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 | 1,284 |
Property Tax
Climate in Perranporth
Perranporth has an average annual temperature of 11.1°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (16.1°C), the coldest is Feb (6.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1077 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 265 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 3,058.0 sq mi (7,920.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.3438°N, 5.1556°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 4.6 in | Wettest |
| February | 44°F (6°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 49°F (9°C) | 4.6 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 4.5 in |
Perranporth has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 44°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (2.1").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.6% |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 49.4% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 1/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 Perranporth
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perranporth Community Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Goonhavern Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Perranporth
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaos Radio (FR) | music | MP3 320 kbps | |
| The Source FM | classical, community radio | MP3 110 kbps |
Museums in Perranporth
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Hills Tin Streams | ||||
| Constantine Museum and Archive | ||||
| East Pool Mine | ||||
| Enys Gardens | ||||
| Gwithti an Pyrst A Cabinet of Folklore and Magic | ||||
| Helston Museum | ||||
| King Edward Mine | ||||
| Michell's Engine House | ||||
| Moseley Heritage Museum | ||||
| National Maritime Museum Cornwall | ||||
| Padstow Museum | ||||
| Padstow Museum | ||||
| Pendennis Castle Museum | ||||
| Penryn Museum | ||||
| Perranporth Museum | ||||
| Poldark Mine | ||||
| Redruth Old Cornwall Society Museum | ||||
| Royal Cornwall Museum | ||||
| St Agnes Museum | ||||
| St columb Major Smallseum | ||||
| The National Lobster Hatchery |
Libraries in Perranporth
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camborne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cornwall Poetry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Falmouth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Helston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newquay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penryn Library and Information Service | 0.0 | |||||
| Perranporth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Redruth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Agnes Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Columb Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Truro Community Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Perranporth
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmers Market |
Hotels in Perranporth
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Perranporth
9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Perranporth
10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Perranporth
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Perranporth
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Perranporth
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Perranporth
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Brewery & Distillery | ||||
| Black Flag Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Cuckoo Valley Cider | ||||
| Driftwood Spars Brewery & Pub | ||||
| Dynamite Valley Brewing Co Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Gweal Mellin Cider Co | ||||
| Keltek Brewery | ||||
| Lacuna Brewing Co Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Padstow Brewing Company | ||||
| Pipeline Brewing Co & Taproom | ||||
| The Bearded Brewery | ||||
| Touchwood Cider | ||||
| Treens Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Trevors Farmhouse Cider | ||||
| Verdant Brewing Co Brewery & Taproom |
Stadiums & Teams in Perranporth
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Perranporth
14 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 |
| Land's End Airport | LEQ | Small Airport |
| Lower Botrea | — | 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 |
| Tempest Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Truro Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Perranporth
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Goonhavern Post Office | |
| Perranporth Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Perranporth
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christ the King Catholic Church | |
| Perranporth Chapel | |
| Rose Methodist Church | |
| St Michael Mission Church | |
| St Piran |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Perranporth?
Perranporth has a population of 3,210 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1 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 Perranporth 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 Perranporth?
Perranporth 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. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches.
How is the job market in Perranporth?
Perranporth 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 292 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Perranporth?
The median home value in Perranporth is $368,220. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,111. The homeownership rate is 67.4%.
How are the schools in Perranporth?
30.6% of adults in Perranporth 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 Perranporth?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Perranporth 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.