Poundstock, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Poundstock is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,009. Elevation: 230 ft (70 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

1,009 Population
230 ft Elevation 70 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
70.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Poundstock

Poundstock is a civil parish and a hamlet on the north coast of Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. The hamlet is situated four miles (6.5 km) south of Bude half-a-mile west of the A39 trunk road about one mile from the coast.

People

Population1,009

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain70.2 in/yr
Elevation230 ft (70 m)
Population1,009
Elevation230 ft (70 m)
Coordinates50.7667°, -4.5500°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation70.2 inches (1,783 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.2 inches (13 cm)

About Poundstock

Poundstock is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,009. The city sits at an elevation of 230 feet (70 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Poundstock experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 70.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 5.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 230 feet.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below United Kingdom avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)

Geography

Elevation230 ft (70 m)
Coordinates50.7667°N, 4.5500°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.2"
85% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 5.2"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.80"
Driest Month (May) 2.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

31 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.3 on Feb 17, 2018.

Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 138 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 117 km
Nov 10, 1996 19 km S of St Just, United Kingdom M4.1 119 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 72 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 27 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 116 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 116 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 98 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 102 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 138 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 128 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 136 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 116 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 77 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 139 km
Jan 19, 2001 53 km S of Mullion, United Kingdom M3.2 140 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 82 km
Jan 28, 2002 1 km S of Abercarn, United Kingdom M3.0 137 km
Sep 5, 1999 15 km WSW of Salcombe, United Kingdom M2.9 78 km
Feb 8, 1998 18 km SW of Mullion, United Kingdom M2.9 114 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 - 113 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 44°F (7°C) 4.6 in
February 42°F (5°C) 3.4 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 3.1 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.4 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.3 in Driest
June 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.5 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.1 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
October 52°F (11°C) 4.3 in
November 47°F (8°C) 4.8 in Wettest
December 44°F (7°C) 4.7 in

Poundstock has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 42°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and May the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Poundstock

2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Whitstone Primary School - - - -
Highgate Hill House School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Poundstock

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BBC Radio Devon - UNKNOWN
Ocean City Radio various MP3 192 kbps
Radio Newquay - MP3 128 kbps
Mechanical Music Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Drake UK hip hop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Drake hip hop MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Poundstock

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Canal Barge Workshop
Cornwall at War Museum
Davidstow Creamery Museum
Fisherman's Cottage
Holsworthy Museum
Jamaica Inn's Daphne du Maurier & Smuggling Museum
King Arthur's Great Halls
Lawrence House Museum
Minions Heritage Centre
Museum of Cycling
Museum of Witchcraft and Magic
RAF Davidstow Moor Memorial Museum
The Castle Heritage Centre

Libraries in Poundstock

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Camelford Library0.0
Launceston Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Poundstock

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Hallworthy Stockyard
Kivells
Pendeen Car Boot

Hotels in Poundstock

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Brocksmoor Hotel

Cinemas in Poundstock

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rebel Cinema

Breweries in Poundstock

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Clovelly Brewing Company
Crackington Cider Co
Dowr Kammel Brewing Company
Firebrand Brewing & Taproom
Haywood Farm Cider
Heathen Soul Brewery
Holsworthy Ales
Kernowek Bevvies Cider Mill
Tintagel Brewery

Airports Near Poundstock

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cornwall Airport NewquayNQYMedium Airport
RNAS Culdrose-Medium Airport
Royal Marines Base Chivenor-Medium Airport
Belle Vue Airfield-Small Airport
Bodmin Airfield-Small Airport
Bolt Head Airfield-Small Airport
Bonnallack Airstrip-Small Airport
Brent Tor Glider Field-Small Airport
Eaglescott Airfield-Small Airport
Eggesford Airfield-Small Airport
Gorrel Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hunsdon Lea Airstrip-Small Airport
Lundy Island Airfield-Small Airport
Perranporth Airfield-Small Airport
Polpidnick Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Porthtowan Airfield-Small Airport
RAF Davidstow Moor-Small Airport
Roche Barton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
St Mellion Airstrip-Small Airport
Tinnel Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Truro Aerodrome-Small Airport
Westacott Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Westover Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Poundstock

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Poundstock Post Office
Week St Mary Post Office
Whitstone Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Poundstock

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Our Lady & St Anne
St Anne
St Mary the Virgin
St Winwaloe
Whitstone Methodist Church

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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What is the population of Poundstock?

Poundstock has a population of 1,009 residents and is located in United Kingdom..

What is the weather like in Poundstock?

Poundstock has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 70.2 inches, with 5.2 inches of snow.

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