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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).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
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
$44,453 Median Income
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Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$44,453 median income, 4.6% unemployment
D
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$368,220 home value, $1,111/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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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
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density276/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,453
Per Capita$44,453
Unemployment4.6%

Housing

D
Home Value$368,220
Rent$1,111
Ownership67.4%
Housing Units580

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.6%
High School+49.4%

Community

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)
Median Household Income$44,453
Median Age47.6 years

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 has a population of 1,449 with a density of 276 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (3.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.6% of residents. 6.3% of the population are veterans. 6.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,449
Total Population
276
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above United Kingdom avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.6%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.4%

Social Characteristics

Polzeath vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Polzeath is $44,453, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,453 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $855, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 132 business establishments. 24.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Polzeath vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$44,453
41% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$44,453
Avg Weekly Wage$855

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)132

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.1%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home24.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Polzeath is $368,220, 31% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,111 (4% below the national average of $1,163). 67.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 580 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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

Homeownership67.4%
Owner-Occupied67.4%
Renter-Occupied32.6%
Housing Units580

Property Tax

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. The area gets 268 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. 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)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

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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30.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 9% below the national average of 33.7%. 49.4% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.6%
9% below United Kingdom avg
High School+49.4%
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density276/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.1%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home24.7%

Schools in Polzeath

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 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 CuldroseMedium Airport
Bodmin AirfieldSmall Airport
Bonnallack AirstripSmall Airport
Gorrel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Lower BotreaSmall Airport
Lundy Island AirfieldSmall Airport
Perranporth AirfieldSmall Airport
Polpidnick Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Porthtowan AirfieldSmall Airport
Predannack AirfieldSmall Airport
RAF Davidstow MoorSmall Airport
Roche Barton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
St Mellion AirstripSmall Airport
Tempest AirstripSmall Airport
Tinnel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Truro AerodromeSmall 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
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Polzeath

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. 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 Polzeath 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 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. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches.

How is the job market in Polzeath?

Polzeath 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 132 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Polzeath?

The median home value in Polzeath is $368,220. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,111. The homeownership rate is 67.4%.

How are the schools in Polzeath?

30.6% of adults in Polzeath 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 Polzeath?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Polzeath 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.

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