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Roche, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Roche is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,517. Elevation: 604 ft (184 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Roche
Roche is a civil parish and village in mid-Cornwall, England, United Kingdom. The village gets its name from the 20-metre (66-foot) high Roche Rock, a quartz-schorl outcrop east of the village. Roche is the Norman-French word for Rock. The parish population at the 2011 census including Belowda, Bilberry, Carbis, Coldvreath and Criggan is 3,381, and the ward population at the same census was 3,867.
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| Population | 2,517 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 604 ft (184 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.4081°, -4.8337° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.4 inches (1,052 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $44,453 |
| Median Age | 47.6 years |
About Roche
Roche is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,517. The city sits at an elevation of 604 feet (184 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Roche vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Roche vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,453 |
| 41% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $44,453 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $855 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 229 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.1% |
| Public Transit | 1.9% |
| Work from Home | 24.7% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $368,220 |
| 31% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,111 |
| 4% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 67.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.6% |
| Housing Units | 1,007 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.7°F |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 261 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 604 ft (184 m) |
| Area | 3,058.0 sq mi (7,920.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.4081°N, 4.8337°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 | - | 130 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 4.7 in | |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 53°F (11°C) | 4.3 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 4.8 in |
Roche has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 43°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (2.3").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.6% |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 49.4% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Total Area | 3,058.0 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.1% |
| Public Transit | 1.9% |
| Work from Home | 24.7% |
Schools in Roche
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roche Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Wenn School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Roche
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaos Radio (FR) | music | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Newquay | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| The Source FM | classical, community radio | MP3 110 kbps |
Museums in Roche
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodmin Jail | ||||
| Bodmin Keep | ||||
| Bodmin Town Museum | ||||
| Cornwall at War Museum | ||||
| Davidstow Creamery Museum | ||||
| Discovering42 | ||||
| Duke of Cornwall's Light Infantry Museum | ||||
| Fowey Town Museum | ||||
| Heritage Centre | ||||
| Lostwithiel Museum | ||||
| Mevagissey Museum | ||||
| Museum of Cycling | ||||
| Padstow Museum | ||||
| Padstow Museum | ||||
| RAF Davidstow Moor Memorial Museum | ||||
| Royal Cornwall Museum | ||||
| Shipwreck Treasure Museum | ||||
| St columb Major Smallseum | ||||
| The Core | ||||
| The National Lobster Hatchery | ||||
| Wheal Martyn Clay Works |
Libraries in Roche
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bodmin Library and Information Service | 0.0 | |||||
| Camelford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lostwithiel Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newquay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Par Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Austell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Columb Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Truro Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wadebridge Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Roche
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmers Market | |||||
| Lostwithiel Produce Market | |||||
| Par Market |
Hotels in Roche
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Roche
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Roche
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Roche
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Roche
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Roche
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Brewery & Distillery | ||||
| Bluntrock Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Castle Brewery | ||||
| Dowr Kammel Brewing Company | ||||
| Fowey Valley Cidery & Distillery | ||||
| Gould Ciders & Perries | ||||
| Harbour Brewing Co | ||||
| Haye Farm Cider | ||||
| Haywood Farm Cider | ||||
| Padstow Brewing Company | ||||
| St Austell Brewery | ||||
| The Bearded Brewery | ||||
| The Wasted Apple Co | ||||
| Tintagel Brewery | ||||
| Tremethick Brewery |
Airports Near Roche
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cornwall Airport Newquay | NQY | Medium Airport |
| RNAS Culdrose | - | Medium Airport |
| Royal Marines Base Chivenor | - | Medium Airport |
| Belle Vue Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bodmin Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bonnallack Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brent Tor Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Gorrel Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Perranporth Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Polpidnick Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Porthtowan Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Predannack Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Davidstow Moor | - | Small Airport |
| Roche Barton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| St Mellion Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tempest Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tinnel Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Truro Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Westover Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Roche
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Roche
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Roche Methodist Church | |
| St Gomonda of the Rock | |
| St Wenn |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Roche
What is the population of Roche?
Roche has a population of 2,517 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 3,058.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.
Is Roche expensive to live in?
The median household income is $44,453, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $368,220 (31% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,111 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Roche?
Roche has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 261 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.4 inches.
How is the job market in Roche?
Roche has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $855. There are 229 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Roche?
The median home value in Roche is $368,220. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,111. The homeownership rate is 67.4%.
How are the schools in Roche?
30.6% of adults in Roche hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.4% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Roche?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Roche is 3.7% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.9% Asian. 97.6% of residents speak only English at home. 6.3% of the population are military veterans. 6.2% of residents have a disability.