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Rhyl, United Kingdom

Wales · United Kingdom

Rhyl is a small city in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 25,874. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
25,874 Population 136/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
33.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$41,518 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$41,518 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$238,021 home value, $1,038/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population25,874
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density136/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,518
Per Capita$41,518
Unemployment5.1%

Housing

B
Home Value$238,021
Rent$1,038
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units10,350

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.4%
High School+46.8%

Community

Population25,874
Population Density136 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates53.3193°, -3.4923°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation33.1 inches (840 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$41,518
Median Age47.1 years

About Rhyl

Rhyl is a small city in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 25,874. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Rhyl has a population of 25,874 with a density of 136 people per square mile, spread across 190.5 square miles. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.4% female and 48.7% male. The city is predominantly Asian (2%), with 1.9% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98% of residents. 5.5% of the population are veterans. 7.1% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

25,874
Total Population
136
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above United Kingdom avg
190.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.4%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.0%
25% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.0%

Social Characteristics

Rhyl vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Rhyl is $41,518, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,518. The average weekly wage is $798, 44% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 2,355 business establishments. 21.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rhyl vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$41,518
45% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$41,518
Avg Weekly Wage$798

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)2,355

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone59.7%
Public Transit3.0%
Work from Home21.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Rhyl is $238,021, 16% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,038 (11% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 10,350 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$238,021
16% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,038
11% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units10,350

Property Tax

Climate in Rhyl

Rhyl has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (16.4°C), the coldest is Jan (6.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 1153 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 6.5°C / 44°F 2.3° / 11° 101.3
Feb 6.9°C / 44°F 2° / 11.2° 105.9
Mar 7.2°C / 45°F 2.5° / 12.2° 93.8
Apr 8.6°C / 48°F 3.9° / 14.4° 50.9
May 11.5°C / 53°F 6.9° / 17° 61.7
Jun 14.2°C / 57°F 9.5° / 20.4° 68.5
Jul 15.7°C / 60°F 12.3° / 22.4° 88.5
Aug 16.4°C / 61°F 12.6° / 21.5° 89.3
Sep 15.1°C / 59°F 11° / 20.7° 104.4
Oct 12.4°C / 54°F 8.6° / 16.3° 141.9
Nov 9.6°C / 49°F 4.2° / 14.3° 112.5
Dec 7.6°C / 46°F 3.2° / 12.3° 134.3
Rhyl experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 276 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area190.5 sq mi (493.4 km²)
Population Density136/sq mi
Coordinates53.3193°N, 3.4923°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.1"
13% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.70"
Driest Month (May) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

39 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 28, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 127 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 117 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 86 km
May 29, 2013 14 km WSW of Nefyn, United Kingdom M3.8 95 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 89 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 76 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 25 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 100 km
Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 99 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 76 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 88 km
Jul 29, 1992 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.5 63 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 91 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 103 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 114 km
Mar 4, 1990 2 km N of Great Haywood, United Kingdom M3.3 114 km
Sep 1, 1999 4 km SSW of Llanfairfechan, United Kingdom M3.3 36 km
Feb 10, 1994 2 km NNE of Tregarth, United Kingdom M3.3 41 km
Feb 20, 1995 England, United Kingdom M3.3 100 km
Oct 23, 2002 0 km WSW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.3 90 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 3.0 in
February 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in Coldest
March 42°F (6°C) 2.7 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in Driest
June 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.4 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.7 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in

Rhyl has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 39°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.7") and May the driest (2.1").

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30.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 10% below the national average of 33.7%. 46.8% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.4%
10% below United Kingdom avg
High School+46.8%
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density136/sq mi
Total Area190.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone59.7%
Public Transit3.0%
Work from Home21.1%

Schools in Rhyl

13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dewi Sant CP - - - -
Christchurch County Primary School - - - -
Llewelyn CP - - - -
Ysgol Maes Owen - - - -
Ysgol Tir Morfa Primary School - - - -
Blessed Edward Jones High - - - -
Rhyl High School - - - -
Emmanuel C P - - - -
Llandrillo College - - - -
Bryn Hedydd CP - - - -
Ysgol Mair Roman Catholic Primary School - - - -
Ysgol Plas Cefndy - - - -
Ysgol Y Foryd - - - -
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Radio Stations near Rhyl

12 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Deepvibes Radio deep house, mixes MP3 320 kbps
Beatles Radio (MP3) (US) 1960s, classic rock MP3 128 kbps
HearMe - 2000s pop 2000s pop MP3
Beware! The Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Wrexham Premier Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Hits hull & East York pop music MP3 128 kbps
Domes FM - AAC 64 kbps
Dazzle FM - MP3 128 kbps
Arrowe Sound pop music, pop rock MP3 128 kbps
Juice Liverpool - AAC+ 96 kbps
Mighty Radio Southport dance, pop MP3 128 kbps
Dune Radio - MP3

Museums in Rhyl

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Denbigh Museum
Rhyl Miniature Railway
Rhyl Museum
Ruthin Gaol Museum
Sir Henry Jones Museum
The 1950s Museum
Wireless in Wales

Libraries in Rhyl

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Abergele Library0.0
Colwyn Bay Library0.0
Denbigh Library0.0
Kinmel Bay Library0.0
One Stop Shop and Library0.0
Prestatyn Library0.0
Rhuddlan Library0.0
Ruthin Library0.0
St Asaph Library0.0

Hotels in Rhyl

9 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fiorenzo Cazari Hotel
Imperial Hotel
Kensington Hotel
Marlborough Hotel
Portland Hotel
Premier Inn Rhyl Seafront
The Pier Hotel
Travelodge
Westminster Hotel

Restaurants in Rhyl

17 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

1891 Restaurant
Asha Indian Restaurant
Bombay
Cookhouse Pub
Flames Steakhouse
Jan And Julies Chippy
La Galleria
Laughing Budda
Mr Khan's
Nomad And Arc Communities
Rhyl Spice
Rossinis
The Bistro
The Glanglasfor Club
The Happy Buddha
Thisha Curry House
Yeung Sing

Cafes in Rhyl

31 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asda Café
B J's Cafe
Butterfly's Tea Room / Flame Home Ware (North Wales Water Garden)
Coltman's Rumblin' Tum
Corner Cafe
Costa
Crossroads Cafe
D Sidoli
Fish And Chips Cafe
Irish Joe's
Jays Cafe
Jill's Place
Jillys Cafe
KC's Coffee House
Lakeside Cafe
Liffy's Cafe
McWalter's Cafe
Pit Stop Cafe
Porter's Cafe
Relax Coffee Lounge
Shakes'n'Bakes
Silvers Cafe
Taffs Caff
The Bay Tree Cafe
The Bridge Cafe
The Bridge Cafe
The Bumble Bee
The Harbour Hub Cafe
The Hungry Tum
The Piazza Restaurant
The Town Fryer

Theatres in Rhyl

2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Little Theatre
The Pavillion Theatre

Monuments in Rhyl

4 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Eisteddfod Standing Stones
Green Buoy
Red Buoy
Rhyl Clock Tower

Theme Parks in Rhyl

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tir Prince Funland Amusement Park

Clinics in Rhyl

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Canolfan Feddygol Bae Cinmel / Kinmel Bay Medical Centre
Ffordd Las Clinic
Kinmel Bay Clinic

Dentists in Rhyl

3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bod Heulog
Bupa Dental Care
mydentist

Veterinaries in Rhyl

5 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AllPets Rhyl
Animal Trust
GB #434863013
Rhianfa Veterinary Centre
RSPCA Clwyd

Train Stations in Rhyl

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Central Station
Rhyl

Bus Stations in Rhyl

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rhyl Bus Station

Gas Stations in Rhyl

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asda
Asda Express
Morrisons Petrol Station

Banks in Rhyl

6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Halifax
HSBC UK
Lloyds Bank
NatWest
Santander
Yorkshire Building Society

Shopping Malls in Rhyl

2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Piazza Shopping Centre
White Rose Centre

Gyms in Rhyl

3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #273551648
Live Life Light Gym
Powerhouse Gym

Golf Courses in Rhyl

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rhyl Golf Course

Breweries in Rhyl

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Conwy Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Rhyl

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Rhyl

31 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Liverpool John Lennon AirportLPLLarge Airport
Blackpool AirportBLKMedium Airport
Hawarden AirportCEGMedium Airport
Warton AerodromeWRTMedium Airport
Breidden Airfield-Small Airport
Brook Farm Ultralight Airstrip-Small Airport
Bryngwyn Bach Airfield-Small Airport
Cae Mawr Tyddyn Hen-Small Airport
Carr Valley Microlight Airfield-Small Airport
Chirk Airfield-Small Airport
Cockerham Airfield-Small Airport
Forest Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Ince Blundell Microlight Airfield-Small Airport
Llanbedr Airfield-Small Airport
Lleweni Parc Glyndwr Soaring Club-Small Airport
Middleton Sands Microlight-Small Airport
Moss Edge Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Nantclwyd Airstrip-Small Airport
North Wales Gliding Club-Small Airport
Pencraig Airstrip-Small Airport
Pilling Sands Microlight-Small Airport
RAF Woodvale-Small Airport
Rhedyn Coch Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Saint Michaels Airfield-Small Airport
Sandford Hall Airstrip-Small Airport
Sleap Airfield-Small Airport
Talybont Airstrip-Small Airport
Tarn Farm Airfield (Rossall Field)-Small Airport
The Plassey Airstrip-Small Airport
Trench Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Welshpool Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Rhyl

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Highfield Park Post Office
St Margarets Drive Post Office

Treatment Centers in Rhyl

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Parkland Place

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rhyl

20 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christ Church
Christian Spiritualist Church
Eglwys Bresbyteriadd Cymru Clwyd St Y Rhyl
Galler Turkish Mosque
Holy Trinity Church
Islamic Cultural Centre
Kinmel Bay Evangelical Church
Oasis Christian Centre
Rhyl Spiritual Centre
Sadiq Mosque
Seventh-Day Adventist Church
Soar Brunswick
St John's Church
St Mary's Catholic Church
St Thomas' Church
St. Ann's Church
Sussex Street Christian Centre
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The Salvation Army
Wellspring Christian Centre

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 Rhyl

What is the population of Rhyl?

Rhyl has a population of 25,874 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 136 people per square mile, spread across 190.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.7% male.

Is Rhyl expensive to live in?

The median household income is $41,518, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $238,021 (16% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,038 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Rhyl?

Rhyl has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.1 inches.

How is the job market in Rhyl?

The unemployment rate in Rhyl is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $798. There are 2,355 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Rhyl?

The median home value in Rhyl is $238,021. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,038. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Rhyl?

30.4% of adults in Rhyl hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 46.8% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Rhyl?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rhyl is 1.9% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 2% Asian. 98% of residents speak only English at home. 5.5% of the population are military veterans. 7.1% of residents have a disability.

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