Polzeath, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Polzeath is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,449. Elevation: 16 ft (5 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

1,449 Population 276/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
37.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Polzeath

Polzeath

Polzeath is a small seaside resort village in the civil parish of St Minver in Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. It is approximately 6 miles (9.7 km) north west of Wadebridge on the Atlantic coast.

People

Population1,449
Density276/mi²
Veterans6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population1,449
Population Density276 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates50.5696°, -4.9176°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation37.6 inches (956 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Polzeath

Polzeath is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,449. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 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.

Polzeath experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below United Kingdom avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²)
Population Density276/sq mi
Coordinates50.5696°N, 4.9176°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.6"
1% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.53"
Driest Month (May) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 17, 2018.

Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 148 km
Nov 10, 1996 19 km S of St Just, United Kingdom M4.1 86 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 103 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 50 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 148 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 103 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 132 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 148 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 108 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 148 km
Jan 19, 2001 53 km S of Mullion, United Kingdom M3.2 113 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 103 km
Sep 5, 1999 15 km WSW of Salcombe, United Kingdom M2.9 81 km
Feb 8, 1998 18 km SW of Mullion, United Kingdom M2.9 82 km
May 31, 1998 38 km WNW of Northam, United Kingdom M2.8 71 km
Jun 16, 1991 17 km SSW of Wembury, United Kingdom M2.8 68 km
Mar 23, 2008 38 km NW of St Just, United Kingdom M2.8 82 km
Apr 2, 2000 33 km S of Mullion, United Kingdom M2.7 95 km
Jun 23, 2011 4 km WSW of Bovey Tracey, United Kingdom M2.7 84 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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 - 136 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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

Polzeath 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").

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Schools in Polzeath

1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Port Isaac Academy - - - -
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Radio Stations near Polzeath

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 Polzeath

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bodmin Jail
Bodmin Keep
Bodmin Town Museum
Discovering42
Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry Museum
King Arthur's Great Halls
Lostwithiel Museum
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 Polzeath

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bodmin Library and Information Service0.0
Camelford Library0.0
Lostwithiel Library0.0
Newquay Library0.0
Par Library0.0
Perranporth Library0.0
St Austell Library0.0
St Columb Library0.0
Wadebridge Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Polzeath

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lostwithiel Produce Market
Par Market

Hotels in Polzeath

6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hathaway Guest House
Port Gaverne Hotel
St Moritz
The Bay Hotel
The Old School
Trewtha Farm

Restaurants in Polzeath

8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nathan Outlaw
Outlaws
Outlaws Fish Kitchen
Point at Polzeath Restaurant
Slipway Hotel
The Angry Anchovy
The Mote
The Waterfront

Cafes in Polzeath

13 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe India
Cupcakes
Fee's
Fresh from the Sea
Galleon beach cafe
Mowhay Cafe
National Trust Pentire
Rest A While Tea Garden
Rockmoor
The Black
The Cornish Cove
TJs Surf Shop, Kitchen and Bar
Victoria House

Golf Courses in Polzeath

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Point at Polzeath Golf Course

Breweries in Polzeath

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Atlantic Brewery & Distillery
Black Flag Brewery & Taproom
Bluntrock Brewery & Taproom
Dowr Kammel Brewing Company
Harbour Brewing Co
Haywood Farm Cider
Padstow Brewing Company
St Austell Brewery
The Bearded Brewery
The Wasted Apple Co
Tintagel Brewery

Airports Near Polzeath

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cornwall Airport NewquayNQYMedium Airport
RNAS Culdrose-Medium Airport
Bodmin Airfield-Small Airport
Bonnallack Airstrip-Small Airport
Gorrel Farm Airstrip-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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Polzeath

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Enodoc
St Peter
Tubestation

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UFO Sightings
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UFO Sightings Near Polzeath

1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Polzeath.

Name Year Description
Polzeth (uk/england) 1998 eight glowing orbs in v triangular formation&#44 high speed.

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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What is the population of Polzeath?

Polzeath has a population of 1,449 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 276 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles.

What is the weather like in Polzeath?

Polzeath 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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