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Porlock, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Porlock is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,213. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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A+Community
| Population | 1,213 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.2089°, -3.5956° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 49.4 inches (1,255 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $46,074 |
| Median Age | 47.0 years |
About Porlock
Porlock is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,213. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Porlock vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Porlock vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,074 |
| 39% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,074 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $886 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 110 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $354,599 |
| 26% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,152 |
| 1% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 485 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.0°F |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 246 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| Area | 1,596.6 sq mi (4,135.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.2089°N, 3.5956°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 | - | 89 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 5.5 in | |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 4.1 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 3.1 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 4.9 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 5.6 in |
Porlock has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 40°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.7") and May the driest (2.8").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1,596.6 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Porlock
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exford Church of England First School | - | - | - | - |
| St Dubricius Church of England VA School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Porlock
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celtica Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| XL:UK Radio | afrobeat, asian urban hits | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Easy 50s | - | MP3 | |
| Rage FM | drum and bass, hardcore | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mechanical Music Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Nation 60s | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Phonic FM | alternative, community | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Nation Love | - | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| Radio Wigwam | indie rock | MP3 |
Museums in Porlock
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dovery Manor Museum | ||||
| Dulverton Heritage Centre | ||||
| Gauge Museum Blue Anchor | ||||
| Lynmouth Flood Memorial Hall | ||||
| Lynton and Exmoor Museum | ||||
| Lynton Toy Museum & Shop | ||||
| Minehead Museum | ||||
| Nash Point Fog Horn | ||||
| South Molton Museum | ||||
| South Wales Aviation Musuem | ||||
| The Glen Lyn Gorge | ||||
| The Oily |
Libraries in Porlock
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dulverton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Llantwit Major Heath Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Llantwit Major Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lynton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Minehead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Minehead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Porlock Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rhoose Library | 0.0 | |||||
| South Molton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Athan Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Porlock
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market House | |||||
| South Molton Panier Market |
Hotels in Porlock
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Porlock
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Porlock
11 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Porlock
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cottage Beer Project |
Stadiums & Teams in Porlock
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Porlock
40 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiff International Airport | CWL | Large Airport |
| Exeter International Airport | EXT | Medium Airport |
| MOD St Athan | - | Medium Airport |
| Royal Marines Base Chivenor | - | Medium Airport |
| Swansea Airport | SWS | Medium Airport |
| Abergavenny Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Batch End Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Belle Vue Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Branscombe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brent Tor Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Brookside Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coetir Bach Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Curry Rivel Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dunkeswell Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eaglescott Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eggesford Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Farway Common Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Heywood Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kemeys Commander Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower-Durston Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Marldon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Middlezoy Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| North Hill Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Old Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pembrey West Wales Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rhigos Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| RNAS Merryfield | - | Small Airport |
| South Wales Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| St Mellion Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tracy Island Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Upfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Watchford Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Well Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Westacott Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Westonzoyland Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Westover Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Porlock
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Porlock Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Porlock
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Foxes Roost |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Porlock
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bossington Methodist Church | |
| Lynch Chapel | |
| Porlock Methodist Church | |
| Selworthy All Saints Church | |
| St Beuno's Church | |
| St Dubricius Church | |
| St Mary | |
| St Mary Magdalene | |
| St Nicholas | |
| Stoke Pero Church | |
| The Blessed Virgin Mary |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
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What is the population of Porlock?
Porlock has a population of 1,213 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,596.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Porlock expensive to live in?
The median household income is $46,074, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $354,599 (26% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,152 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Porlock?
Porlock has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 246 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 49.4 inches.
How is the job market in Porlock?
Porlock has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $886. There are 110 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Porlock?
The median home value in Porlock is $354,599. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,152. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Porlock?
50.0% of adults in Porlock hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Porlock?
95.4% of residents speak only English at home.