Rustington, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Rustington is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 14,255. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

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

14,255 Population 9,899/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
39.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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People

Population14,255
Density9,899/mi²
Veterans5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Population14,255
Population Density9,899 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates50.8103°, -0.5067°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation39.5 inches (1,004 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.5 inches (6 cm)

About Rustington

Rustington is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 14,255. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Climate in Rustington

Rustington has an average annual temperature of 11.5°C (53°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.6°C), the coldest is Jan (4.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 854 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.9°C / 41°F -2.2° / 11.8° 71.2
Feb 6.7°C / 44°F -0.4° / 12.9° 74.3
Mar 7.4°C / 45°F 0.3° / 15.4° 68.1
Apr 9°C / 48°F -0.3° / 18.3° 41.3
May 12.5°C / 55°F 4.1° / 20.8° 44.6
Jun 16°C / 61°F 7.8° / 26.5° 59.6
Jul 18.3°C / 65°F 10.5° / 29.2° 55.4
Aug 18.6°C / 65°F 10.7° / 28.7° 53.4
Sep 16.4°C / 61°F 7° / 26.9° 71.0
Oct 12.9°C / 55°F 4.7° / 19.7° 121.8
Nov 8.7°C / 48°F 1.1° / 15.6° 95.3
Dec 6.8°C / 44°F -0.8° / 13° 98.5
Rustington experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches. The area receives 2.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density9,899/sq mi
Coordinates50.8103°N, 0.5067°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.5"
4% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 2.5"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.35"
Driest Month (May) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

33 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.0 on May 19, 2019.

Oct 6, 1999 34 km NNW of Fécamp, France M4.6 100 km
Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 111 km
Nov 30, 1994 17 km N of Courseulles-sur-Mer, France M4.1 147 km
Jul 14, 2011 62 km SSE of Ventnor, United Kingdom M3.9 78 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 125 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 147 km
Sep 23, 2003 41 km WNW of Étretat, France M3.6 108 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 123 km
Sep 24, 2003 22 km WNW of Cauville-sur-Mer, France M3.5 126 km
Jun 16, 1998 18 km NNW of Yport, France M3.3 114 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 27 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 47 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 126 km
May 1, 1997 21 km W of Fort-Mahon-Plage, France M3.0 135 km
May 19, 2019 7 km ESE of Swanage, United Kingdom M3.0 99 km
Nov 26, 1991 50 km N of Urville-Nacqueville, France M3.0 114 km
Aug 26, 2002 40 km NNW of Étretat, France M3.0 92 km
Jul 16, 2005 3 km WSW of Southwater, United Kingdom M2.9 23 km
Jan 27, 2015 1 km ENE of Winchester, United Kingdom M2.9 63 km
Mar 18, 2001 8 km W of Marlborough, United Kingdom M2.9 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.9 m (3 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m - 127 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 3.3 in
February 40°F (5°C) 2.1 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.7 in Driest
June 58°F (14°C) 1.9 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.3 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.4 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in

Rustington has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 40°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 29.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.4") and May the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Rustington

9 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
East Preston Schools - - - -
Rustington Community Primary School - - - -
Summerlea Community Primary School - - - -
Georgian Gardens Community Primary School - - - -
The Angmering School - - - -
St Wilfrids Catholic Primary School - - - -
St Margaret's CofE Primary School - - - -
East Preston Infant School - - - -
East Preston Junior School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Rustington

14 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
60s Swinging Radio classic hits 60s 70a 80s, israeli pop oldies MP3 96 kbps
Greatest Hits Radio 80s 80s, greatest hits AAC+ 47 kbps
1BTN electronic, funk MP3
TTNS eclectic, f MP3 192 kbps
XenFM dnb, drum & bass MP3 192 kbps
Bhcr Brighton Hove Community Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Angel Radio (HQ) nostalgia, oldies MP3 96 kbps
Radio Reverb brighton, not-for-profit MP3 128 kbps
Gaydio Brighton - MP3 128 kbps
Angel Radio - MP3 96 kbps
University Radio Falmer music, talk MP3 192 kbps
Shine Radio - AAC+ 96 kbps
Radio Redhill - 100.4FM - MP3 160 kbps
Radio Redhill - MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Rustington

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Amberley Fire Station (museum exhibit)
Arundel Museum & Heritage Centre
Bignor Roman Villa
Bognor Regis Museum
BT Connected Earth Telecommunications Hall
Cass Sculpture Foundation
Doll's House Museum
Electricity Hall
Henfield Museum
Littlehampton Museum
Marlipins Museum
Marlipins Museum
Midhurst Museum
Midhurst Museum Too
Munucipal Engine House (Gas engine display)
Museum Entrance
Museum Office
Petworth Cottage Museum
Railway Exhibition Hall
Rustington Museum
Southdown Bus Garage
Steyning Museum
Storrington and District Museum
Tangmere Military Aviation Museum
Village Garage & Cycle Shop
Wheelwright's Shop
Wireless Exhibition
Worthing Museum and Art Gallery

Libraries in Rustington

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aldwick Community Centre0.0
Angmering Library0.0
Arundel Library0.0
Billingshurst Library0.0
Bognor Regis Library0.0
Broadwater Library0.0
Durrington Library0.0
East Preston Library0.0
Ferring Library0.0
Findon Valley Library0.0
Goring Library0.0
Henfield Library0.0
Lancing Library0.0
Learning Resources Centre0.0
Library0.0
Littlehampton Library0.0
Midhurst Library0.0
Petworth Library0.0
Pulborough Library0.0
Rustington Library0.0
School Library0.0
Shoreham Library0.0
Simone's library0.0
Southwater Library0.0
Steyning Library0.0
Storrington Library0.0
Worthing Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Rustington

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Ford Open Air Market

Hotels in Rustington

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Angmering Manor Hotel
Premier Inn
The Angmering On Sea Beach House
The Seaview Hotel

Restaurants in Rustington

14 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bengal Tandoori
Dragon
Establo Lounge
La Cucina
Lemongrass
Masala Longue Indian
Monsoon Indian
Penang Village
Reema Restaurant
Ristorante al Mare
Roundstone restaurant
So India
Tandoori Nights
The Stone Room

Cafes in Rustington

19 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Broadmark Cafe
Canteen
Charlottes Kitchen
Costa
Costa Coffee
Delilah's
Fig Cafe & Tapas
Grub & Gumption
Harriets
Kerry's Community Tea Shop
Lighthouse
Mewsbrook Park Cafe
Pacetti's
Pausa Coffee Shop
Ritchies Buffet
Snack Shack
The Beehive Cafe & Kitchen
The Coastal Coffee Co
Wild Bean Café

Monuments in Rustington

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

War Memorial

Clinics in Rustington

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Angmering Medical Centre
The Wellness Clinic

Dentists in Rustington

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

East Preston Dental Clinic
Imagine Dental

Veterinaries in Rustington

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fitzalan House Veterinary Group

Train Stations in Rustington

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Angmering
Mewsbrook Park

Gas Stations in Rustington

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP

Banks in Rustington

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barclays
Lloyds Bank
NatWest

Gyms in Rustington

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lanes Health Club

Golf Courses in Rustington

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ham Manor
Rustington Golf Centre

Breweries in Rustington

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Dark Star Brewery
Fauna Brewing
Gribble Inn
Hand Brew Co
Hepworth's Brewery
Kissingate Brewery
Langham Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Rustington

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Rustington

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Gatwick AirportLGWLarge Airport
London Heathrow AirportLHRLarge Airport
Blackbushe AirportBBSMedium Airport
Brighton City AirportESHMedium Airport
Farnborough AirportFABMedium Airport
Lasham Airfield-Medium Airport
London Biggin Hill AirportBQHMedium Airport
London City AirportLCYMedium Airport
RAF NortholtNHTMedium Airport
RAF OdihamODHMedium Airport
Barcombe-North Airstrip-Small Airport
Baynard's Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Bembridge AirportBBPSmall Airport
Bere Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Berry Grove Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Binstead Airfield-Small Airport
Bognor Regis Lec Airfield-Small Airport
Bowford Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brimpton Airfield-Small Airport
Brockwood Bottom Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brooklands Aerodrome-Small Airport
Chelworth House Airstrip-Small Airport
Chilsfold Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Chipstead Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Colemore Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Colthrop Manor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Crockham Hill Airfield-Small Airport
Danehill Airstrip-Small Airport
Deanland Lewes Airfield-Small Airport
Dunsfold Aerodrome-Small Airport
East Haxted Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Englefield Airstrip-Small Airport
Fairoaks Airport-Small Airport
Folly Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Fowler's Field Airstrip-Small Airport
Fowler's Field Airstrip-Small Airport
Frieslands Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Gerpins Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Goldstone Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Goodwood AerodromeQUGSmall Airport
Greenlease Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hadfold Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Harpsden Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Hatchgate Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Haw Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hickstead Airstrip-Small Airport
Hill Top Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Homefield Farm / Edenbridge Airstrip-Small Airport
Homestead Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hopkiln Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Rustington

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Angmering Post Office
East Preston Post Office
Rustington Post Office
Station Road Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rustington

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Angmering Baptist Church
Our Lady Star Of The Sea Catholic Church
Rustington Methodist Church
Saint Andrew's United Reform Church
Saint Joseph's
Saint Margaret's
Saint Nicholas
St Mary the Virgin
St Peter & St Paul

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UFO Sightings
7
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UFO Sightings Near Rustington

7 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Rustington.

Name Year Description
Preston (uk/england), SK 2010 looked like a plane but was lit up red and then it slowed down and stopped then changed direction but going much slower and then just d
Preston (uk/england) 2009 Orange light moving quickly
Preston (uk/england) 2009 I was out with my telescope tonight...looking in the region of the constellation of Cassiopea...if you look at the star shedir 18alp in
Rustington (uk/england) 2009 Red&#44blue and white flashing hovering oval object&#44 with four lines coming out of the object. ((NUFORC Note: Sirius?? PD))
East preston (uk/england) 2006 ERRATIC LIGHT SEEN OVER GATWICK AIRPORT 4/12/2006
Preston (uk/england) 2002 1 triangle shaped craft&#44big&#44to far to see what colour .moved in ziping motion.ps one object may have been droped.
Preston (uk/england) 1971 about 60 ft long red and yellow lights a big spotlight hoverd overhead about 500yds to the north of us for about 2 to 3 minutes no nois

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 Rustington

What is the population of Rustington?

Rustington has a population of 14,255 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 9,899 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles.

What is the weather like in Rustington?

Rustington has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 39.5 inches, with 2.5 inches of snow.

Nearby Cities

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