Tavistock, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Tavistock is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 12,677. Elevation: 279 ft (85 m). Average temperature: 49°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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People
Climate
| Population | 12,677 |
| Population Density | 24 / 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) |
About Tavistock
Tavistock is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 12,677. 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.
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) |
Geography
| Elevation | 279 ft (85 m) |
| Area | 529.3 sq mi (1,370.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 24/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").
Schools in Tavistock
7 public schools (OpenStreetMap 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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UFO Sightings Near Tavistock
1 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Tavistock.
| Name | Year | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Tavistock (uk/england) | 2009 | several objects spotted over Tavistock, Devon, UK |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Tavistock?
Tavistock has a population of 12,677 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 24 people per square mile, spread across 529.3 square miles.
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. Annual rainfall totals 50.0 inches.
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