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Silverton, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Silverton is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,494. Elevation: 276 ft (84 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,494 Population 1,083/sq mi density
276 ft Elevation 84 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
35.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$46,982 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$46,982 median income, 3.3% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$385,724 home value, $1,175/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Silverton

Silverton

Silverton is a large village and civil parish, about 8 miles (13 km) north of Exeter, in the English county of Devon. It is one of the oldest villages in Devon and dates from the first years of the Saxon occupation.

People

Population1,494
Median Age46.8 yrs
Density1,083/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,982
Per Capita$46,982
Unemployment3.3%

Housing

C
Home Value$385,724
Rent$1,175
Ownership68.7%
Housing Units598

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation276 ft (84 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.7%
High School+48.7%

Community

Population1,494
Population Density1,083 / sq mi
Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Coordinates50.8167°, -3.4833°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation35.4 inches (898 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$46,982
Median Age46.8 years

About Silverton

Silverton is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,494. The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet (84 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Silverton has a population of 1,494 with a density of 1,083 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (3.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.9% of residents. 5.2% of the population are veterans. 4.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,494
Total Population
1,083
People / sq mi
46.8yrs
Median Age
20% above United Kingdom avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.9%
23% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 3.1%

Social Characteristics

Silverton vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Silverton is $46,982, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,982 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $904, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 136 business establishments. 29.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Silverton vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$46,982
37% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$46,982
Avg Weekly Wage$904

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)136

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone52.9%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home29.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Silverton is $385,724, 37% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,175 (1% above the national average of $1,163). 68.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 598 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$385,724
37% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,175
1% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.7%
Owner-Occupied68.7%
Renter-Occupied31.3%
Housing Units598

Property Tax

Silverton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 272 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation276 ft (84 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density1,083/sq mi
Coordinates50.8167°N, 3.4833°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.4"
7% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.98"
Driest Month (Jun) 2.05"

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 M4.5 113 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 104 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 77 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 87 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 47 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 95 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 47 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 53 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 84 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 100 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 88 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 112 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 47 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 11 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 99 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 37 km
May 19, 2019 7 km ESE of Swanage, United Kingdom M3.0 117 km
Jan 28, 2002 1 km S of Abercarn, United Kingdom M3.0 94 km
Nov 26, 1991 50 km N of Urville-Nacqueville, France M3.0 147 km
Jun 17, 1999 7 km NNE of Ross on Wye, United Kingdom M3.0 145 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 - 49 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (6°C) 4.0 in Coldest, Wettest
February 42°F (6°C) 3.0 in
March 45°F (7°C) 2.8 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in
May 53°F (12°C) 2.3 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.1 in Driest
July 62°F (17°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 62°F (16°C) 2.6 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.6 in
November 47°F (8°C) 3.7 in
December 44°F (6°C) 4.0 in

Silverton has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 42°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.0") and June the driest (2.1").

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30.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 9% below the national average of 33.7%. 48.7% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.7%
9% below United Kingdom avg
High School+48.7%
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,083/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone52.9%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home29.7%

Schools in Silverton

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Silverton Church of England Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Silverton

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Rage FM drum and bass, hardcore MP3 128 kbps
Soundart Radio diy, experimental MP3 128 kbps
Torbay Hospital Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Hospital Radio Plymouth - AAC 128 kbps
Sid Valley Radio local radio MP3 128 kbps
Phonic FM alternative, community MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Silverton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bovey Tracey Heritage Centre
Budlake Old Post Office
Coldharbour Woolen Museum
Crediton Museum
Dawlish Museum
Dulverton Heritage Centre
Exeter's Underground Passages
Exmouth Museum
Fairlynch Musuem
History Box
Kelly Mine
Museum of Contemporary Art
Royal Albert Memorial Museum
Sidmouth Museum
Sidmouth Toy and Model Museum
The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum
Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon Life
Topsham Museum
Whimple Heritage Centre

Libraries in Silverton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
A030.0
Bovey Tracey Library0.0
Bovey Tracey Library0.0
Budleigh Salterton Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Chudleigh Library0.0
Crediton Library0.0
Cullompton Library0.0
Dawlish Library0.0
Dulverton Library0.0
Exmouth Public Library0.0
Main Library0.0
Old Library0.0
Ottery St Mary Library0.0
Pinhoe Library0.0
Sidmouth Library0.0
St Luke's Library0.0
St Thomas Library0.0
St. Thomas Library0.0
Tiverton Library0.0
Topsham Library0.0
Uffculme Public Library0.0
Wiveliscombe Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Silverton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Exeter Farmers Market
Farmers Market
Panier market
Pannier Market
Sidmouth Market
Town Square

Cafes in Silverton

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Killerton Kitchen Cafe
The Stables Coffee Shop

Breweries in Silverton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Black Tor Brewery
Cotleigh Brewery
Cottage Beer Project
Crossed Anchors Brewery
Crossed Anchors Brewery & Taproom
Exe Valley Brewery
Exmoor Ales
Gray's Devon Cider
Hatherland Brewery
Powderkeg Brewery
Sandford Orchards
The Bear Inn
The Exeter Brewery & Taphouse
Topsham Brewery & Taproom

Stadiums & Teams in Silverton

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Silverton

39 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
Exeter International AirportEXTMedium Airport
MOD St Athan-Medium Airport
Royal Marines Base Chivenor-Medium Airport
Batch End Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Belle Vue Airfield-Small Airport
Bolt Head Airfield-Small Airport
Branscombe Airfield-Small Airport
Brent Tor Glider Field-Small Airport
Brookside Farm Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Curry Rivel Airstrip-Small Airport
Dunkeswell Airfield-Small Airport
Eaglescott Airfield-Small Airport
Eggesford Airfield-Small Airport
Farway Common Airfield-Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Godney Airstrip-Small Airport
Halwell Airstrip-Small Airport
Heywood Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hunsdon Lea Airstrip-Small Airport
Langport Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower-Durston Airstrip-Small Airport
Marldon Airstrip-Small Airport
Middle Chinnock Airstrip-Small Airport
Middle Pymore Farm Airstrip (Private)-Small Airport
Middlegate Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Middlezoy Aerodrome-Small Airport
North Hill Glider Field-Small Airport
Old Park Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
RNAS Merryfield-Small Airport
Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Tinnel Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Tracy Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Upfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Watchford Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Well Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Westacott Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Westonzoyland Airfield-Small Airport
Westover Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Silverton

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Silverton Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Silverton

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Killerton Chapel
Silverton Evangelical Church
Silverton Methodist Church
St Mary The Virgin C Of E Church

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 Silverton

What is the population of Silverton?

Silverton has a population of 1,494 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1,083 people per square mile, spread across 1.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Silverton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $46,982, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $385,724 (37% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,175 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Silverton?

Silverton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.4 inches.

How is the job market in Silverton?

Silverton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $904. There are 136 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Silverton?

The median home value in Silverton is $385,724. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,175. The homeownership rate is 68.7%.

How are the schools in Silverton?

30.7% of adults in Silverton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 48.7% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Silverton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Silverton is 3.8% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.8% Asian. 96.9% of residents speak only English at home. 5.2% of the population are military veterans. 4.8% of residents have a disability.

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