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Tavistock, United Kingdom
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Tavistock is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 12,280. Elevation: 279 ft (85 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
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| Population | 12,280 |
| Population Density | 23 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 279 ft (85 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.5494°, -4.1442° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.0 inches (1,269 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $49,070 |
| Median Age | 51.6 years |
About Tavistock
Tavistock is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 12,280. The city sits at an elevation of 279 feet (85 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 50.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Tavistock vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Tavistock vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,070 |
| 35% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $49,070 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $944 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,117 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 51.9% |
| Public Transit | 1.4% |
| Work from Home | 31.4% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $394,080 |
| 40% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,227 |
| 6% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 71.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 28.3% |
| Housing Units | 4,912 |
Property Tax
Climate in Tavistock
Tavistock has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1005 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.6°F |
| 10% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 245 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 279 ft (85 m) |
| Area | 529.3 sq mi (1,370.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.5494°N, 4.1442°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 | — | 81 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 5.8 in | |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 4.3 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 3.1 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.4 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 5.0 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 5.6 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
Tavistock has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 40°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.0") and July the driest (2.8").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 34.1% |
| 1% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 50.8% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 23/sq mi |
| Total Area | 529.3 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 51.9% |
| Public Transit | 1.4% |
| Work from Home | 31.4% |
Schools in Tavistock
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Kelly | — | — | — | — |
| St Peter's Church of England (VA) Junior School | — | — | — | — |
| St Rumon's Church of England (VC) Infants School | — | — | — | — |
| Tavistock College | — | — | — | — |
| Tavistock Primary & Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
| Whitchurch Community Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| The Alexander Centre | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Tavistock
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBC Radio Devon | — | UNKNOWN | |
| Ocean City Radio | various | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Newquay | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Drake UK | hip hop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Drake | hip hop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Soundart Radio | diy, experimental | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Tavistock
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Callington Heritage Centre | ||||
| Cotehele Quay Discovery Centre | ||||
| Dartmoor Prison Museum | ||||
| Devonport Naval Heritage Centre | ||||
| Finch Foundry (NT) | ||||
| H. Elliott | ||||
| Lawrence House Museum | ||||
| Mayflower Museum | ||||
| Mt Edgcumbe Railway & Model Society | ||||
| Museum Of Dartmoor Life | ||||
| Plym Valley Railway | ||||
| Saltash Heritage Museum | ||||
| Tavistock Museum | ||||
| The Arthur Westlake Museum | ||||
| The Box | ||||
| The Box (St Luke's) |
Libraries in Tavistock
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Charles Seale-Hayne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crownhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Devonport (St Aubyn) Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Efford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ernesettle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ernesettle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Estover Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Estover Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Launceston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Okehampton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Peverell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Plymouth Proprietary Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Plympton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Plymstock Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Plymstock School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Princetown Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Saltash Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Budeaux Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tavistock Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Torpoint Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tothill Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Tavistock
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plymouth City Market | |||||
| Tavistock Livestock Market | |||||
| Tavistock Pannier Market | |||||
| The Clipper | |||||
| The House That Jack Built | |||||
| The Plot |
Hotels in Tavistock
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tavistock
9 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tavistock
9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Tavistock
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Tavistock
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Tavistock
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tavistock
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tavistock
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Tavistock
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Tavistock
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Tavistock
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bere Brewery | ||||
| Dartmoor Brewery | ||||
| Firebrand Brewing & Taproom | ||||
| Heathen Soul Brewery | ||||
| Holsworthy Ales | ||||
| Noss Beer Works | ||||
| Roam Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Roam Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Stannary Brewing Company & Taproom | ||||
| Steel Brew Co & Taproom | ||||
| Steel Brew Co & Taproom | ||||
| Summerskills Brewery | ||||
| Summerskills Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Tavistock
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Tavistock
22 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Exeter International Airport | EXT | Medium Airport |
| Royal Marines Base Chivenor | — | Medium Airport |
| Belle Vue Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bodmin Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bolt Head Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Brent Tor Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Brookside Farm Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Eaglescott Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Eggesford Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gorrel Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Halwell Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hunsdon Lea Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lundy Island Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Marldon Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| RAF Davidstow Moor | — | Small Airport |
| Roche Barton Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| St Mellion Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tinnel Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Well Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Westacott Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Westover Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Tavistock
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Tavistock Delivery Office | |
| Tavistock Post Office | |
| Whitchurch Post Office & Stores |
Treatment Centers in Tavistock
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Endeavour Centre |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tavistock
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| cemetery chapel | |
| Kingdom Hall | |
| Our Lady of the Assumption | |
| St Andrew | |
| St Eustachius Church | |
| Tavistock Methodist Church | |
| Tavistock United Reformed Church |
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What is the population of Tavistock?
Tavistock has a population of 12,280 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 23 people per square mile, spread across 529.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.
Is Tavistock expensive to live in?
The median household income is $49,070, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $394,080 (40% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,227 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 Tavistock?
Tavistock has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 245 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 50.0 inches.
How is the job market in Tavistock?
Tavistock has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $944. There are 1,117 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Tavistock?
The median home value in Tavistock is $394,080. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,227. The homeownership rate is 71.7%.
How are the schools in Tavistock?
34.1% of adults in Tavistock hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 50.8% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Tavistock?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Tavistock is 2.6% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.8% Asian. 98.3% of residents speak only English at home. 7.3% of the population are military veterans. 5.3% of residents have a disability.