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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).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,009 Population 0/sq mi density
230 ft Elevation 70 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
70.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$44,453 Median Income
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$44,453 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$41 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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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
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density0/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,453
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.6%

Housing

A+
Home Value$41
Rent$1,249
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units404

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain70.2 in/yr
Sunny Days209/yr
Elevation230 ft (70 m)

Education

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

Community

Population1,009
Population Density0 / sq mi
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)
Median Household Income$44,453
Median Age40.6 years

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 has a population of 1,009 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,058.0 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% 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 90% of residents.

Population

1,009
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
3,058.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Poundstock vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Poundstock is $44,453, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 92 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Poundstock vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,453
41% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,944
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)92

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Poundstock is $41, 100% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 404 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 0x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$41
100% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,249
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units404

Property Tax

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. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days209 days/yr

Geography

Elevation230 ft (70 m)
Area3,058.0 sq mi (7,920.3 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
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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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 Density0/sq mi
Total Area3,058.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Poundstock

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 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 CuldroseMedium Airport
Royal Marines Base ChivenorMedium Airport
Belle Vue AirfieldSmall Airport
Bodmin AirfieldSmall Airport
Bolt Head AirfieldSmall Airport
Bonnallack AirstripSmall Airport
Brent Tor Glider FieldSmall Airport
Eaglescott AirfieldSmall Airport
Eggesford AirfieldSmall Airport
Gorrel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hunsdon Lea AirstripSmall Airport
Lundy Island AirfieldSmall Airport
Perranporth AirfieldSmall Airport
Polpidnick Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Porthtowan AirfieldSmall Airport
RAF Davidstow MoorSmall Airport
Roche Barton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
St Mellion AirstripSmall Airport
Tinnel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Truro AerodromeSmall Airport
Westacott Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Westover Farm AirstripSmall 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Poundstock

What is the population of Poundstock?

Poundstock has a population of 1,009 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,058.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Poundstock expensive to live in?

The median household income is $44,453, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $41 (100% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 0x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

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. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 70.2 inches, with 5.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Poundstock?

Poundstock has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 92 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Poundstock?

The median home value in Poundstock is $41. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Poundstock?

50.0% of adults in Poundstock 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 Poundstock?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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