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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).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,213 Population 1/sq mi density
115 ft Elevation 35 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
49.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$46,074 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$46,074 median income, 3.9% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$354,599 home value, $1,152/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,213
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,074
Per Capita$46,074
Unemployment3.9%

Housing

C
Home Value$354,599
Rent$1,152
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units485

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain49.4 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation115 ft (35 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population1,213
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Coordinates51.2089°, -3.5956°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation49.4 inches (1,255 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$46,074
Median Age47.0 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.

Porlock has a population of 1,213 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,596.6 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.4% of residents.

Population

1,213
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above United Kingdom avg
1,596.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.4%
22% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 4.6%

Social Characteristics

Porlock vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Porlock is $46,074, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,074 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $886, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 110 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Porlock vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$46,074
39% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$46,074
Avg Weekly Wage$886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)110

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Porlock is $354,599, 26% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,152 (1% below the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 485 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units485

Property Tax

Porlock experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Geography

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Area1,596.6 sq mi (4,135.2 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates51.2089°N, 3.5956°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.4"
30% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.71"
Driest Month (May) 2.80"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

34 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 130 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 70 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 60 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 43 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 80 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 45 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 137 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 15 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 45 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 148 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 60 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 47 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 54 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 73 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 45 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 33 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 125 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 60 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 81 km
Sep 17, 1993 3 km S of Leominster, United Kingdom M3.2 125 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 — 89 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

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").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area1,596.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

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 — — — —
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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

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual 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

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dulverton Library0.0
Llantwit Major Heath Centre0.0
Llantwit Major Library0.0
Lynton Library0.0
Minehead Library0.0
Minehead Library0.0
Porlock Community Library0.0
Rhoose Library0.0
South Molton Library0.0
St Athan Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Porlock

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Market House
South Molton Panier Market

Hotels in Porlock

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crown Hotel
HF Holidays Holnicote House
Lorna Doone Hotel & Restaurant
Oaks Hotel
Porlock Wier Hotel

Restaurants in Porlock

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lapsewood Restaurant
Millers restaurant
The Mandala
The Olde Chapel

Cafes in Porlock

11 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Exford Bridge Tea Rooms
Horner Tea Rooms
Horner Vale Tea Gardens
Kitnors
Lorna Doone Farm Cafe & B&B
Mrs Jackson's Victorian Tearooms
Periwinkle Cottage
The Cafe
The Harbour Gallery & Cafe
The Home Cook Cafe
Whortleberry Tearoom

Breweries in Porlock

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cottage Beer Project

Stadiums & Teams in Porlock

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Porlock

40 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
Exeter International AirportEXTMedium Airport
MOD St Athan—Medium Airport
Royal Marines Base Chivenor—Medium Airport
Swansea AirportSWSMedium 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 OfficeAddress
Porlock Post Office

Treatment Centers in Porlock

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Foxes Roost

Churches & Religious Organizations in Porlock

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
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

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 Porlock

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.

Nearby Cities

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