Salcombe, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Salcombe is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,583. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Salcombe
Salcombe is a resort town in the South Hams district of Devon, in south west England. The town is close to the mouth of the Kingsbridge Estuary, mostly built on the steep west side of the estuary. It lies within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The town's extensive waterfront and the naturally sheltered harbour formed by the estuary gave rise to its success as a boat and shipbuilding and sailing port and, in modern times, tourism especially in the form of pleasure boats and yachting. The town is also home to a traditional shellfish fishing industry. The town is part of the electoral ward of Salcombe and Malborough, for which the 2011 census recorded a total population of 3,353.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,583 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.2374°, -3.7687° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 38.7 inches (983 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Salcombe
Salcombe is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,583. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 467.2 sq mi (1,210.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.2374°N, 3.7687°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 | - | 62 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 4.6 in | |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 4.2 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
Salcombe has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 43°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 38.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (1.9").
Schools in Salcombe
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salcombe Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Salcombe
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBC Radio Devon | - | UNKNOWN | |
| Ocean City Radio | various | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Drake UK | hip hop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Drake | hip hop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Soundart Radio | diy, experimental | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Torbay Hospital Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hospital Radio Plymouth | - | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Phonic FM | alternative, community | MP3 160 kbps |
Museums in Salcombe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Britannia Museum | ||||
| Brixham Battery | ||||
| Cookworthy Museum | ||||
| Dartmouth Museum | ||||
| Dinosaur World | ||||
| Newcomen Engine | ||||
| Overbeck's House | ||||
| Pengelly Trust Museum | ||||
| Salcombe Maritime Museum | ||||
| Site of Old Torbay Aircraft Museum | ||||
| South Devon Railway Museum | ||||
| The Timehouse | ||||
| The Valliant Soldier Museum & Heritage Centre | ||||
| Totnes Fashions and Textiles Museum | ||||
| Totnes Museum |
Libraries in Salcombe
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckfastleigh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Churston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cliff House | 0.0 | |||||
| Paignton Library & Information Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Torquay Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Totnes Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Salcombe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Churston Car Boot Sale | |||||
| Farm Shop | |||||
| Indoor market | |||||
| Stokeley Farm Shop |
Hotels in Salcombe
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Salcombe
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Salcombe
7 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Salcombe
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Salcombe
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Salcombe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barnaby's Brewhouse | ||||
| Bays Brewery | ||||
| Hunters Brewery | ||||
| Hunts Devon Cider | ||||
| New Lion Brewery And Taproom | ||||
| Noss Beer Works | ||||
| Platform 5 Brewing | ||||
| Salcombe Brewery | ||||
| South Hams Brewery & Taphouse | ||||
| The Buckland Brewers | ||||
| TQ Beerworks Ltd | ||||
| Yarde Cider |
Stadiums & Teams in Salcombe
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Salcombe
21 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Exeter International Airport | EXT | Medium Airport |
| Belle Vue Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bolt Head Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Branscombe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brent Tor Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Dunkeswell Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eaglescott Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eggesford Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Farway Common Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Gorrel Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Halwell Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hunsdon Lea Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Marldon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| North Hill Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| St Mellion Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tinnel Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Watchford Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Well Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Westacott Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Westover Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Salcombe
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Salcombe Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Salcombe
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catholic Church | |
| Holy Trinity Church | |
| Saint Winwaloe's Church | |
| St Andrews Church | |
| St Nicholas & St Cyriacus | |
| St Sylvester's Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Salcombe?
Salcombe has a population of 1,583 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 467.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Salcombe?
Salcombe has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 38.7 inches.
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