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Potterne, United Kingdom
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Potterne is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,622. Elevation: 325 ft (99 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Potterne
Potterne is a village and civil parish in the county of Wiltshire, England. The village is 2 miles (3.2Â km) south of Devizes and lies on the A360 which links Devizes to Salisbury. The civil parish includes the hamlet of Potterne Wick.
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| Population | 1,622 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 325 ft (99 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.3292°, -2.0052° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.0 inches (1,042 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.0 inches (8 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $48,020 |
| Median Age | 44.7 years |
About Potterne
Potterne is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,622. The city sits at an elevation of 325 feet (99 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Potterne vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Potterne vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,020 |
| 36% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $48,020 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $923 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 148 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 48.5% |
| Public Transit | 2.3% |
| Work from Home | 34.1% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $417,149 |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,201 |
| 3% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 68.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.0% |
| Housing Units | 649 |
Property Tax
Climate in Potterne
Potterne has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.8°C), the coldest is Jan (4.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 776 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.7°F |
| 4% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 220 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 325 ft (99 m) |
| Area | 1,296.5 sq mi (3,357.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.3292°N, 2.0052°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 | - | 116 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 3.1 in | |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 3.3 in | Wettest |
Potterne has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 29.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.3") and July the driest (1.8").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 34.2% |
| 1% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 52.4% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1,296.5 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 48.5% |
| Public Transit | 2.3% |
| Work from Home | 34.1% |
Radio Stations near Potterne
16 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mystery Train Radio | americana, blues | AAC 192 kbps | |
| Incapable Staircase | ambient, disco | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BFBS Blandford | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| HearMe - 1990s pop music | 1990s pop music | MP3 | |
| Forest FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Alfred | community news | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Naim Classical | classical, orchestral | OGG 128 kbps | |
| Naim Jazz | jazz | OGG 128 kbps | |
| Naim Radio | classical, electronica | OGG 160 kbps | |
| State of the Art Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Somervalley fm | community radio, local station | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Grey Clay Radio | ambient, dark ambient | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WIDE Radio | club, dance | MP3 | |
| Frome FM 96.6 | community radio, frome | MP3 120 kbps | |
| RAM FM - 80s Hit Radio | 80s | MP3 320 kbps | |
| itisnow Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Potterne
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander Keiller Museum | ||||
| Amesbury Aviation Heritage Centre | ||||
| Amesbury History Centre | ||||
| Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum | ||||
| Atwell-Wilson Motor Museum | ||||
| Avebury Tithe Barn/Alexander Keiller Museum | ||||
| Boscombe Down Aviation Collection | ||||
| Box Rock Circus | ||||
| Bradford on Avon Museum | ||||
| Calne Heritage Centre | ||||
| Chippenham Museum & Heritage Centre | ||||
| Fox Talbot Museum | ||||
| Iron Duke | ||||
| Kennet and Avon Canal Museum | ||||
| Lydiard House | ||||
| Market Lavington Museum | ||||
| Museum & Art Swindon | ||||
| Museum of Computing | ||||
| Pewsey Heritage Centre | ||||
| Ray Popes' Photo Musuem | ||||
| REME Museum | ||||
| Royal Wottoon Bassett Museum | ||||
| STEAM - Museum of the Great Western Railway | ||||
| Stonehenge Exhibitions | ||||
| Trowbridge Museum | ||||
| Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre | ||||
| Wiltshire Heritage Museum | ||||
| Wiltshire Museum |
Libraries in Potterne
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amesbury Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Box Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bradford on Avon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Calne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Corsham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Devizes Community Hub & Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library and Museum | 0.0 | |||||
| Lyneham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Netheravon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Old Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Old Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pewsey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Science Museum Library and Archives | 0.0 | |||||
| Swindon Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Trowbridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Warminster Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Swindon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Swindon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Westbury Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wootton Bassett Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Potterne
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Planks Farm Shop | |||||
| The Shambles Indoor Market | |||||
| Wiltshire Country Markets | |||||
| Wiltshire Country Markets |
Breweries in Potterne
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dark Revolution | ||||
| Hop Kettle Brewing Company | ||||
| Three Daggers |
Stadiums & Teams in Potterne
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Potterne
4 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warmwell Snowsport Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Southampton Alpine Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| South Wilts Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Potterne
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol Airport | BRS | Large Airport |
| Bournemouth Airport | BOH | Medium Airport |
| Gloucestershire Airport | GLO | Medium Airport |
| London Oxford Airport | OXF | Medium Airport |
| MoD Boscombe Down | - | Medium Airport |
| RAF Brize Norton | BZZ | Medium Airport |
| RAF Fairford | FFD | Medium Airport |
| RNAS Yeovilton | YEO | Medium Airport |
| Southampton Airport | SOU | Medium Airport |
| Aston Down Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Avon Lane Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Badminton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bagber Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Barton Ashes Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Batchley Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Berrow Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Biss Brook Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bossington Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bowden Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bowerchalke Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bowerswaine Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bowldown Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bristol and Gloucestershire Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Calcot Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chalk Pyt Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Charlton Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Charmy Down Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chase Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chilbolton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Clench Common Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Clutton Hill Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Colliers Elm Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Compton Abbas Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Compton Chamberlayne Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cornbury House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cotswold Airport | GBA | Small Airport |
| Craysmarsh Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Denford Manor Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Deptford 'Farm' Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Deptford Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Devizes Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Draycot Farm Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Edington Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Enstone Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Farley Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Firs Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Freshwater Fruit Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Potterne
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Potterne Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Potterne
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Mary's Church |
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What is the population of Potterne?
Potterne has a population of 1,622 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,296.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.
Is Potterne expensive to live in?
The median household income is $48,020, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $417,149 (48% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,201 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Potterne?
Potterne has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 220 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 41.0 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Potterne?
Potterne has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $923. There are 148 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Potterne?
The median home value in Potterne is $417,149. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,201. The homeownership rate is 68.0%.
How are the schools in Potterne?
34.2% of adults in Potterne hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 52.4% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Potterne?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Potterne is 4.3% White, 1% Black or African American, 3% Asian. 95.9% of residents speak only English at home. 7.5% of the population are military veterans. 4.2% of residents have a disability.