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
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About 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
Climate
| Population | 1,449 |
| Population Density | 276 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.5696°, -4.9176° |
| 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 | 37.6 inches (956 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 276/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.5696°N, 4.9176°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
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").
Schools in Polzeath
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port Isaac Academy | - | - | - | - |
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
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual 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
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodmin Library and Information Service | 0.0 | |||||
| Camelford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lostwithiel Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newquay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Par Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Perranporth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Austell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Columb Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wadebridge Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Polzeath
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lostwithiel Produce Market | |||||
| Par Market |
Hotels in Polzeath
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Polzeath
8 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Polzeath
13 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Polzeath
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Polzeath
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cornwall Airport Newquay | NQY | Medium 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).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Enodoc | |
| St Peter | |
| Tubestation |
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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, high speed. |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
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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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