Topsham, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Topsham is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 3,624. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°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 Topsham
Topsham is a town in the Exeter district, in Devon, England, located on the east side of the River Exe, immediately north of its confluence with the River Clyst and the former's estuary, between Exeter and Exmouth. Topsham is a historic port and was designated a town by a 1300 royal charter granted by Edward I; it was formally amalgamated into the City of Exeter in 1966. The population of the town, recorded at the 2021 census, is 4,146.
People
Climate
| Population | 3,624 |
| Population Density | 3,939 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.6860°, -3.4670° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.4 inches (898 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Topsham
Topsham is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 3,624. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.8°F |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,939/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.6860°N, 3.4670°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 | - | 39 km |
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 |
Topsham 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").
Schools in Topsham
3 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lady Seaward's Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| The Topsham School | - | - | - | - |
| Trinity CofE Primary and Nursery School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Topsham
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 Topsham
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishopsteignton Museum | ||||
| Bovey Tracey Heritage Centre | ||||
| Budlake Old Post Office | ||||
| Coldharbour Woolen Museum | ||||
| Crediton Museum | ||||
| Dawlish Museum | ||||
| Dinosaur World | ||||
| Dunkeswell Heritage Centre | ||||
| Exeter's Underground Passages | ||||
| Exmouth Museum | ||||
| Fairlynch Musuem | ||||
| History Box | ||||
| Kelly Mine | ||||
| Museum of Contemporary Art | ||||
| Newton Abbot Museum | ||||
| Rora House | ||||
| Royal Albert Memorial Museum | ||||
| Sidmouth Museum | ||||
| Sidmouth Toy and Model Museum | ||||
| Site of Old Torbay Aircraft Museum | ||||
| Teign Heritage Centre | ||||
| The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum | ||||
| Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon Life | ||||
| Topsham Museum | ||||
| Torquay Museum | ||||
| Tuckers Maltings | ||||
| Whimple Heritage Centre |
Libraries in Topsham
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A03 | 0.0 | |||||
| Bovey Tracey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bovey Tracey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Budleigh Salterton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chudleigh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crediton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cullompton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dawlish Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Exmouth Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingskerswell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kingsteignton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newton Abbot Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Old Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Old Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ottery St Mary Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pinhoe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sidmouth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Luke's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Thomas Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St. Thomas Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Teignmouth Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tiverton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Topsham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Torquay Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Uffculme Public Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Topsham
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exeter Farmers Market | |||||
| Farm Shop | |||||
| Indoor market | |||||
| Newton Abbot Indoor Market | |||||
| Panier market | |||||
| Pannier Market | |||||
| Sidmouth Market | |||||
| Town Square |
Hotels in Topsham
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Topsham
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Topsham
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Topsham
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Topsham
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Topsham
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Topsham
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Topsham
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Tor Brewery | ||||
| Crossed Anchors Brewery | ||||
| Crossed Anchors Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Exe Valley Brewery | ||||
| Gray's Devon Cider | ||||
| Hunters Brewery | ||||
| New Lion Brewery And Taproom | ||||
| Platform 5 Brewing | ||||
| Powderkeg Brewery | ||||
| Sandford Orchards | ||||
| Teignmouth Brewery | ||||
| Teignworthy Brewery | ||||
| The Exeter Brewery & Taphouse | ||||
| Topsham Brewery & Taproom |
Stadiums & Teams in Topsham
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Topsham
38 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 |
| 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 |
| Halesland Glider Field | - | 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 |
| RNAS Merryfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tracy Island Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Warren 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 Topsham
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Topsham Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Topsham
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Holy Cross Church | |
| Saint Nicholas | |
| St Margarets | |
| Topsham Gospel Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
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What is the population of Topsham?
Topsham has a population of 3,624 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3,939 people per square mile, spread across 0.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Topsham?
Topsham 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. Annual rainfall totals 35.4 inches.
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