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Shebbear, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Shebbear is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 707. Elevation: 505 ft (154 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
707 Population 1/sq mi density
505 ft Elevation 154 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
43.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$43,720 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$43,720 median income, 4.3% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$348,938 home value, $1,093/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population707
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,720
Per Capita$43,720
Unemployment4.3%

Housing

C
Home Value$348,938
Rent$1,093
Ownership70.4%
Housing Units283

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation505 ft (154 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.2%
High School+43.8%

Community

Population707
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation505 ft (154 m)
Coordinates50.8626°, -4.2145°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation43.4 inches (1,102 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$43,720
Median Age51.3 years

About Shebbear

Shebbear is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 707. The city sits at an elevation of 505 feet (154 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Shebbear has a population of 707 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 869.2 square miles. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (1.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.7% of residents. 5.6% of the population are veterans. 6.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

707
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above United Kingdom avg
869.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.7%
26% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 1.3%

Social Characteristics

Shebbear vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Shebbear is $43,720, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,720 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $841, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 64 business establishments. 25.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Shebbear vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$43,720
42% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$43,720
Avg Weekly Wage$841

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)64

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.5%
Public Transit2.2%
Work from Home25.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Shebbear is $348,938, 24% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,093 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 70.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 283 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$348,938
24% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,093
6% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.4%
Owner-Occupied70.4%
Renter-Occupied29.6%
Housing Units283

Property Tax

Shebbear experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 505 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation505 ft (154 m)
Area869.2 sq mi (2,251.3 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates50.8626°N, 4.2145°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.4"
14% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 5.04"
Driest Month (May) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 118 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 99 km
Nov 10, 1996 19 km S of St Just, United Kingdom M4.1 143 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 56 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 36 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 90 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 102 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 73 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 90 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 115 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 104 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 111 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 128 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 90 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 52 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 116 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 67 km
Jan 28, 2002 1 km S of Abercarn, United Kingdom M3.0 114 km
Mar 23, 1998 11 km W of Chickerell, United Kingdom M2.9 113 km
Aug 17, 1992 1 km E of Machen, United Kingdom M2.9 112 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 95 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 4.9 in
February 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 3.3 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.6 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in Driest
June 56°F (14°C) 2.7 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in
September 56°F (14°C) 3.7 in
October 52°F (11°C) 4.5 in
November 46°F (8°C) 5.0 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 5.0 in

Shebbear has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.0") and May the driest (2.4").

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26.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 22% below the national average of 33.7%. 43.8% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.2%
22% below United Kingdom avg
High School+43.8%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1/sq mi
Total Area869.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.5%
Public Transit2.2%
Work from Home25.9%

Schools in Shebbear

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Halwill Community Primary School
Black Torrington Church of England Primary School
Bradford Primary School
Shebbear College
Shebbear Community School
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Radio Stations near Shebbear

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BBC Radio Devon UNKNOWN
Ocean City Radio various MP3 192 kbps
Radio Newquay MP3 128 kbps
Mechanical Music Radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Drake UK hip hop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Drake hip hop MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Shebbear

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Braunton and District Museum
Burton at Bideford
Cobbaton Combat Museum
Fisherman's Cottage
Great Torrington Heritage Museum
Holsworthy Museum
Lawrence House Museum
Museum of Barnstaple & North Devon
Museum of British Surfing
Museum Of Dartmoor Life
North Devon Maritime Museum
St Anne's Chapel
The Arthur Westlake Museum
War Horse Valley Country Farm Park

Libraries in Shebbear

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Appledore Library0.0
Bideford Library0.0
Braunton Library0.0
Launceston Library0.0
North Devon Library & Record Office0.0
Okehampton Library0.0
Torrington Library & Tourist Information Centre0.0

Farmers Markets in Shebbear

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bideford Pannier Market
Pannier Market

Hotels in Shebbear

4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anglers Paradise Holidays
Woodford Bridge Country Club
Woodford Bridge Country Club
Woodford Bridge Hotel

Restaurants in Shebbear

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Feather & Hide Bar & Grill

Cafes in Shebbear

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hole Station Cafe

Castles in Shebbear

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dunsland House

Gas Stations in Shebbear

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #12452843625

Gyms in Shebbear

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Woodford Bridge Country Club Leisure Centre

Breweries in Shebbear

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Clearwater Brewery
Clovelly Brewing Company
Country Life Brewery
Firebrand Brewing & Taproom
GT Ales
Holsworthy Ales
Honey Wood Orchard
The Buckland Brewers
Yelland Manor Brewery

Airports Near Shebbear

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Royal Marines Base ChivenorMedium Airport
Swansea AirportSWSMedium Airport
Belle Vue AirfieldSmall Airport
Bodmin AirfieldSmall Airport
Bolt Head AirfieldSmall Airport
Brent Tor Glider FieldSmall Airport
Brookside Farm Private AirstripSmall Airport
Eaglescott AirfieldSmall Airport
Eggesford AirfieldSmall Airport
Gorrel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Halwell AirstripSmall Airport
Hunsdon Lea AirstripSmall Airport
Lundy Island AirfieldSmall Airport
Marldon AirstripSmall Airport
Old Park Farm AirstripSmall Airport
RAF Davidstow MoorSmall Airport
Roche Barton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
St Mellion AirstripSmall Airport
Stoodleigh Barton Private AirstripSmall Airport
Tinnel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Well Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Westacott Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Westover Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Shebbear

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Beaworthy Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shebbear

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints
Holy Trinity Church
Lake Methodist Chapel
Milton Damerel Methodist Church
St John the Baptist and the Seven Maccabees
St Mary
St Mary and Holy Trinity
St Michael
St Michael's Church
St Peter's Church
St Petrock's Church
St. Lawrence

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Shebbear

What is the population of Shebbear?

Shebbear has a population of 707 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 869.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Shebbear expensive to live in?

The median household income is $43,720, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $348,938 (24% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,093 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Shebbear?

Shebbear has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches.

How is the job market in Shebbear?

Shebbear has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $841. There are 64 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Shebbear?

The median home value in Shebbear is $348,938. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,093. The homeownership rate is 70.4%.

How are the schools in Shebbear?

26.2% of adults in Shebbear hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.8% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Shebbear?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Shebbear is 1.9% White, 0.6% Asian. 98.7% of residents speak only English at home. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 6.0% of residents have a disability.

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