South Molton, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
South Molton is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 6,276. Elevation: 430 ft (131 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°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 South Molton
South Molton is a town and civil parish in the North Devon district, in the county of Devon, England. The town is on the River Mole. In 2021 it had a population of 6225.
People
Climate
| Population | 6,276 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 430 ft (131 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.0167°, -3.8333° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 55.4 inches (1,406 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About South Molton
South Molton is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 6,276. The city sits at an elevation of 430 feet (131 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.1°F |
| 11% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 430 ft (131 m) |
| Area | 483.8 sq mi (1,252.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.0167°N, 3.8333°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 | - | 82 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 6.3 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 4.5 in | Coldest |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | Driest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 4.6 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 5.4 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 6.3 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
South Molton has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 39°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.4") and May the driest (3.2").
Schools in South Molton
4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Molton Community College | - | - | - | - |
| South Molton Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bishops Nympton Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| South Molton United CofE Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near South Molton
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Celtica Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mechanical Music Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Nation 60s | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Phonic FM | alternative, community | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Nation Love | - | AAC+ 47 kbps |
Museums in South Molton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carriage House | ||||
| Cobbaton Combat Museum | ||||
| Combe Martin Museum | ||||
| Crediton Museum | ||||
| Dovery Manor Museum | ||||
| Lynmouth Flood Memorial Hall | ||||
| Lynton and Exmoor Museum | ||||
| Lynton Toy Museum & Shop | ||||
| Museum of Barnstaple & North Devon | ||||
| South Molton Museum | ||||
| St Anne's Chapel | ||||
| The Glen Lyn Gorge | ||||
| The Oily | ||||
| War Horse Valley Country Farm Park |
Libraries in South Molton
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combe Martin Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crediton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lynton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| North Devon Library & Record Office | 0.0 | |||||
| Porlock Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| South Molton Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in South Molton
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pannier Market | |||||
| South Molton Panier Market | |||||
| Town Square |
Hotels in South Molton
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in South Molton
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in South Molton
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in South Molton
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in South Molton
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in South Molton
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in South Molton
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in South Molton
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in South Molton
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in South Molton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandford Orchards | ||||
| Taw Valley Brewery | ||||
| Utopian Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in South Molton
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near South Molton
30 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cardiff International Airport | CWL | Large Airport |
| Exeter International Airport | EXT | Medium Airport |
| MOD St Athan | - | Medium Airport |
| Royal Marines Base Chivenor | - | Medium Airport |
| Swansea Airport | SWS | Medium Airport |
| Belle Vue Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Branscombe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brent Tor Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Brookside Farm Private 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 |
| Gorrel Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Halwell Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Heywood Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hunsdon Lea Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Marldon Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| North Hill Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Old Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pembrey West Wales Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rhigos Airstrip | - | 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 South Molton
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Bishops Nympton Community Shop | |
| South Molton Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in South Molton
10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Catholic Church | |
| South Molton Baptist Church | |
| South Molton Methodist Church | |
| South Molton Methodist Church | |
| St George | |
| St Mary | |
| St Mary the Virgin | |
| St Peter's Church | |
| St Rumon's Chrurch | |
| St. Mary Magdalene |
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 South Molton?
South Molton has a population of 6,276 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 483.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in South Molton?
South Molton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 55.4 inches.
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