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Severn Beach, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Severn Beach is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,182. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,182 Population 5/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
45.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$51,728 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$51,728 median income, 3.8% unemployment
D
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$429,922 home value, $1,293/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
33.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population2,182
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 6%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,728
Per Capita$51,728
Unemployment3.8%

Housing

D
Home Value$429,922
Rent$1,293
Ownership73.4%
Housing Units873

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain45.7 in/yr
Sunny Days215/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.0%
High School+52.5%

Community

Population2,182
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates51.5604°, -2.6628°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation45.7 inches (1,160 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.6 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$51,728
Median Age40.4 years

About Severn Beach

Severn Beach is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,182. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 45.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Severn Beach has a population of 2,182 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 455.3 square miles. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (5.7%), with 1.2% Black, 5.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.7% of residents. 4.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 4.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

2,182
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
455.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.7%
19% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 6.3%

Social Characteristics

Severn Beach vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Severn Beach is $51,728, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,728 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $995, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 199 business establishments. 35.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Severn Beach vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$51,728
31% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$51,728
Avg Weekly Wage$995

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)199

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone48.6%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home35.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Severn Beach is $429,922, 53% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,293 (11% above the national average of $1,163). 73.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 873 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$429,922
53% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,293
11% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.4%
Owner-Occupied73.4%
Renter-Occupied26.6%
Housing Units873

Property Tax

Severn Beach experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 215 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. The area receives 2.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days215 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area455.3 sq mi (1,179.1 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates51.5604°N, 2.6628°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.7"
20% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 2.6"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.27"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.77"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 112 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 87 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 68 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 84 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 106 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 108 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 137 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 87 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 57 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 60 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 57 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 147 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 119 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 44 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 38 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 44 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 29 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 91 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 40 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 91 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 — 120 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 Wettest
February 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 2.5 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.0 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.1 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.4 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.8 in Driest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.6 in Warmest
September 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.1 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in

Severn Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 41°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.3") and July the driest (1.8").

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33.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 52.5% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.0%
2% below United Kingdom avg
High School+52.5%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density5/sq mi
Total Area455.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone48.6%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home35.5%

Schools in Severn Beach

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Severn Beach Primary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Severn Beach

35 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
SOUL RADIO Only Classic Soul 50s, 60s AAC+ 192 kbps
SWU FM dnb, drum and bass MP3 128 kbps
Vibe Central Radio club, club dance MP3 320 kbps
Dance Classics UK 90s, dance AAC 192 kbps
Noods Radio — MP3 192 kbps
Heart Bristol pop music AAC 48 kbps
BFBS Blandford — AAC+ 64 kbps
POP DAB pop MP3 128 kbps
HearMe - 1990s pop music 1990s pop music MP3
BCfm 93.2 bristol, rock MP3 128 kbps
BBC Radio Bristol bbc, bristol UNKNOWN
Like Radio - DanceLand (MP3) dance, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - ALT (MP3) alternative MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - NEW (AAC+) pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio — MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - DanceLand Anthems (AAC+) dance anthems, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ONE (MP3) music MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - CHRISTMAS (AAC+) christmas music, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - RETRO (AAC+) pop, retro AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - ANTHEMS (AAC+) anthems, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - HOLIDAY (MP3) holiday, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - ANTHEMS (MP3) anthems, pop MP3 128 kbps
Like Radio - CHILL (AAC+) chill, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Like Radio - COUNTRY (MP3) country MP3 128 kbps
10 Radio 105.3 - Wiveliscombe community radio, somerset MP3 128 kbps
Cotswold Hospital Radio — MP3 96 kbps
Somervalley fm community radio, local station MP3 192 kbps
Dean Radio local radio, pop MP3 128 kbps
100% Whatever Westcountry — MP3
Thornbury Radio — MP3 192 kbps
Wave Community Radio — MP3 128 kbps
WIDE Radio club, dance MP3
Ujima Radio african music, blues MP3 128 kbps
Crystal Love Radio — MP3 128 kbps
CruiseOne Radio electronic, indie MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Severn Beach

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aerospace Bristol
Aerospace Bristol
Blagdon Pumping Station & Visitor Centre
Blaise Castle House Museum
Blaise Castle House Museum
Blaise Hamlet
Blaise Hamlet
Blaise Museum - Kingsweston Roman Villa
Blaise Museum - Kingsweston Roman Villa
Bristol City Museum & Art Gallery
Bristol City Museum & Art Gallery
Caldicot Castle Museum
Chepstow Museum
Clearwell Caves
Clevedon Pier Shop
Clifton Suspension Bridge Visitor Centre
Clifton Suspension Bridge Visitor Centre
Coleford Great Western Railway Museum
Coleford Great Western Railway Museum
Dean Forest Railway Museum
Dean Heritage Museum
Edward Jenner Museum
Frenchay Village Museum
Frenchay Village Museum
Garden Welcome Centre
Garden Welcome Centre
Georgian House Museum
Georgian House Museum
Glenside Hospital Museum
Glenside Hospital Museum
History of Video Games
History of Video Games
Kingswood Heritage Museum
Kingswood Heritage Museum
KSC
KSC
M Shed
M Shed
Maritime Heritage Museum
Maritime Heritage Museum
Muller House
Muller House
Oakham Treasures
Oakham Treasures
Oakham Treasures
Oakham Treasures
Palestine Museum & Cultural Centre
Palestine Museum & Cultural Centre
Sandford Station Railway Heritage Centre
Sea Mills 100 Museum
Sea Mills 100 Museum
SS Great Britain Museum
SS Great Britain Museum
The George Müller Museum
The George Müller Museum
The Red Lodge Museum
The Red Lodge Museum
Thornbury and District Museum
Tintern Old Station
Tintern Old Station Car Park
Usk Rural Life Museum
We The Curious
We The Curious
Yate Heritage Centre

Libraries in Severn Beach

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Arts & Social Sciences Library0.0
Aston Collection0.0
Aston Collection0.0
Avonmouth Library & Community Centre0.0
Bath Spa University Library0.0
Bedminster Library0.0
Berkeley Books0.0
Bishopston Library0.0
Bishopsworth Library0.0
Bradley Stoke Library0.0
Bream Community Library0.0
Cadbury Heath Libary0.0
Caldicot Community Hub0.0
Central Library0.0
Chemistry Library0.0
Chemistry Library0.0
Chepstow Community Hub0.0
Chew Valley Library0.0
Clevedon Library0.0
Clifton Library0.0
Coleford Library0.0
Congresbury Community Library0.0
D0.0
Downend Library0.0
Emersons Green Library0.0
Filton Library0.0
Fishponds Library0.0
Frenchay Campus Library0.0
Frenchay Campus Library0.0
Hanham Library0.0
Hartcliffe Library0.0
Henbury Library0.0
Henleaze Library0.0
Hillfields Library0.0
Horfield Library0.0
Junction 3 Library & Learning Centre0.0
Keynsham Library0.0
Keynsham Library0.0
Knowle Library0.0
Knowle Library0.0
Lydney Library0.0
Marksbury Road Library0.0
Nailsea Library0.0
Newnham Community Library0.0
Patchway Library0.0
Pill Library & Childrens' Centre0.0
Portishead Library0.0
Queen's Building Library0.0
Queen's Building Library0.0
Redland Library0.0
Saltford Community Library0.0
Sea Mills Library0.0
Shirehampton Library0.0
Shirehampton Library0.0
Southmead Library0.0
Southmead Library0.0
St George Library0.0
St Pauls Library0.0
St Pauls Library0.0
Staple Hill Library0.0
Stockwood Library0.0
Thornbury Library0.0
Usk Community Hub0.0
Westbury Library0.0
Whitchurch Library0.0
Wick Road Library0.0
Wills Memorial Library0.0
Wills Memorial Library0.0
Winscombe Library0.0
Winterbourne Library0.0
Xenia0.0
Yate Library0.0
Yatton Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Severn Beach

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bristol Fruit Market
Newhall Farm Shop
Saint Nicholas Market
Temple Quay Market
The Covered Market
The Harbourside Market
Tobacco Factory Market
Waitrose Piazza
Whitchurch Car Boot Sale
Whiteladies Road Farmers' Market

Cafes in Severn Beach

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Just as You are Tea Cottage
Shirley's Cafe

Train Stations in Severn Beach

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Severn Beach

Gas Stations in Severn Beach

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #2019641844

Breweries in Severn Beach

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Alpha Bottle Shop & Tap
Arbor
Basement Beer
Bath Ales
Bath Ales
Bristol Beer Factory
Broadoak Cider
Butcombe Brewery
Clays Press Cider
Clevedon Micro Brewey
Dawkins
Fierce & Noble
Good Chemistry Brewery
Hive Mind / Wye Valley Meadery
Hop Union Brewery
Left Handed Giant Brewery & Taproom
Left Handed Giant Brewpub
Little Giant Brewery
Little Martha Brewing
Lost & Grounded Brewers
Moor Beer Company
New Bristol Brewery
Newtown Park
Psychopomp
Somerset Cider Solutions
Wiper & True Barrel Store
Wiper and True Taproom, Old Market

Stadiums & Teams in Severn Beach

TeamLeagueDivision
Ashton Gate Stadium
Bristol County Ground
Bristol Manor Farm Football Club
Memorial Stadium
Tumps BMX Track
Winford

Ski Resorts Near Severn Beach

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
South Wilts Ski Club 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Severn Beach

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bristol AirportBRSLarge Airport
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
Gloucestershire AirportGLOMedium Airport
RNAS YeoviltonYEOMedium Airport
Abergavenny Airstrip—Small Airport
Allensmore Airfield—Small Airport
Aston Down Airfield—Small Airport
Avon Lane Airfield—Small Airport
Badminton Airfield—Small Airport
Batch End Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club—Small Airport
Berrow Airstrip—Small Airport
Biss Brook Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bowerchalke Airfield—Small Airport
Bowerswaine Farm Airfield—Small Airport
Bowldown Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Brine Pits Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bristol and Gloucestershire Gliding Club—Small Airport
Broadmeadow Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Byecross Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Chalk Pyt Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Charlton Park Airstrip—Small Airport
Charmy Down Airstrip—Small Airport
Chase Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Clutton Hill Airstrip—Small Airport
Colliers Elm Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Compton Abbas Aerodrome—Small Airport
Compton Chamberlayne Airstrip—Small Airport
Cotswold AirportGBASmall Airport
Craysmarsh Airstrip—Small Airport
Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Croft Farm Airfield—Small Airport
Crumpton Oaks Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Curry Rivel Airstrip—Small Airport
Deptford 'Farm' Airstrip—Small Airport
Deptford Airstrip—Small Airport
Devizes Airstrip—Small Airport
Dunkeswell Airfield—Small Airport
Edington Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Garston Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Godney Airstrip—Small Airport
Great House Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Green Acres Airstrip—Small Airport
Gutchpool Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Halesland Glider Field—Small Airport
Hanley Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Hardwicke Airstrip—Small Airport

Post Offices in Severn Beach

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Severn Beach Post Office

Treatment Centers in Severn Beach

17 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Bristol Adult Cystic Fibrosis Centre
Bristol Breast Care Centre
Bristol Eye Hospital Assessment Clinic
Bristol Physiotherapy Sports Injury Clinic#
BSDAS
Bupa Health Centre
Core Strength Studios
Frenchay Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre
Granby Clinic
Hyperbaric Oxygen Heaven
NGS Macmillan Wellbeing Centre
Nuffield Health
Portbury Medical Centre
Prime Endoscopy Bristol
The Harbourside Therapy Rooms
The Homeless Health Service
The Medical

Churches & Religious Organizations in Severn Beach

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Emmaus Church 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 Severn Beach

What is the population of Severn Beach?

Severn Beach has a population of 2,182 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 455.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.4 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Severn Beach expensive to live in?

The median household income is $51,728, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $429,922 (53% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,293 per month, above the national average of $1,163. 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 Severn Beach?

Severn Beach has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 215 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 45.7 inches, with 2.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Severn Beach?

Severn Beach has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $995. There are 199 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Severn Beach?

The median home value in Severn Beach is $429,922. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,293. The homeownership rate is 73.4%.

How are the schools in Severn Beach?

33.0% of adults in Severn Beach hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 52.5% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Severn Beach?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Severn Beach is 5.7% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 5.2% Asian. 93.7% of residents speak only English at home. 4.0% of the population are military veterans. 4.2% of residents have a disability.

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