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Truro, United Kingdom
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Truro is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 23,041. Elevation: 49 ft (15 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 23,041 |
| Population Density | 9,600 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.2653°, -5.0544° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 41.1 inches (1,043 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $44,453 |
| Median Age | 47.6 years |
About Truro
Truro is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 23,041. The city sits at an elevation of 49 feet (15 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 44°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Truro vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Truro vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,453 |
| 41% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $44,453 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $855 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,097 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.1% |
| Public Transit | 1.9% |
| Work from Home | 24.7% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $368,220 |
| 31% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,111 |
| 4% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 67.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.6% |
| Housing Units | 9,216 |
Property Tax
Climate in Truro
Truro has an average annual temperature of 11.1°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (16.1°C), the coldest is Feb (6.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1077 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 262 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 49 ft (15 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 9,600/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.2653°N, 5.0544°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 | - | 148 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 44°F (7°C) | 4.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 44°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 3.3 in | |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | Warmest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 4.7 in | |
| December | 46°F (8°C) | 4.8 in |
Truro has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 44°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 41.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and July the driest (2.1").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.6% |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 49.4% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 9,600/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.4 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.1% |
| Public Transit | 1.9% |
| Work from Home | 24.7% |
Schools in Truro
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penair School | - | - | - | - |
| Truro School Preparatory School | - | - | - | - |
| Bosvigo School | - | - | - | - |
| Truro School | - | - | - | - |
| Kea Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Richard Lander School | - | - | - | - |
| Archbishop Benson CofE Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Community & Hospital Education Service Ap Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Pencalenick School | - | - | - | - |
| Polwhele House School | - | - | - | - |
| Shortlanesend School | - | - | - | - |
| St Mary's CofE School, Truro | - | - | - | - |
| Tregolls Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Truro Learning Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Truro High School for Girls | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Truro
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaos Radio (FR) | music | MP3 320 kbps | |
| The Source FM | classical, community radio | MP3 110 kbps |
Museums in Truro
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Hills Tin Streams | ||||
| Constantine Museum and Archive | ||||
| East Pool Mine | ||||
| Enys Gardens | ||||
| Gwithti an Pyrst A Cabinet of Folklore and Magic | ||||
| Helston Museum | ||||
| Heritage Centre | ||||
| King Edward Mine | ||||
| Marconi Centre | ||||
| Michell's Engine House | ||||
| Moseley Heritage Museum | ||||
| National Maritime Museum Cornwall | ||||
| Pendennis Castle Museum | ||||
| Penryn Museum | ||||
| Perranporth Museum | ||||
| Poldark Mine | ||||
| Redruth Old Cornwall Society Museum | ||||
| Royal Cornwall Museum | ||||
| St Agnes Museum | ||||
| St columb Major Smallseum | ||||
| Wheal Martyn Clay Works |
Libraries in Truro
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camborne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cornwall Poetry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Falmouth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Helston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newquay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Penryn Library and Information Service | 0.0 | |||||
| Perranporth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Redruth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Agnes Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Columb Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Truro Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wadebridge Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Truro
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farmers Market |
Hotels in Truro
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Truro
33 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Truro
38 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Truro
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Truro
2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Truro
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Truro
23 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Truro
11 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Truro
3 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Truro
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Truro
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Truro
3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Truro
9 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Truro
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Truro
3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Truro
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Truro
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Brewery & Distillery | ||||
| Black Flag Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Cuckoo Valley Cider | ||||
| Driftwood Spars Brewery & Pub | ||||
| Dynamite Valley Brewing Co Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Gould Ciders & Perries | ||||
| Gweal Mellin Cider Co | ||||
| Keltek Brewery | ||||
| Lacuna Brewing Co Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Lizard Ales | ||||
| Pipeline Brewing Co & Taproom | ||||
| The Bearded Brewery | ||||
| Touchwood Cider | ||||
| Treens Brewery & Taproom | ||||
| Tremethick Brewery | ||||
| Trevors Farmhouse Cider | ||||
| Verdant Brewing Co Brewery & Taproom |
Stadiums & Teams in Truro
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Truro
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cornwall Airport Newquay | NQY | Medium Airport |
| RNAS Culdrose | - | Medium Airport |
| Bodmin Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bonnallack Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gorrel Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Land's End Airport | LEQ | Small Airport |
| Lower Botrea | - | Small Airport |
| Perranporth Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Polpidnick Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Porthtowan Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Predannack Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Davidstow Moor | - | Small Airport |
| Roche Barton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| St Mellion Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tempest Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Truro Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Truro
5 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Playing Place Post Office | |
| Shortlanesend Post Office | |
| Trelander Post Office | |
| Trispen Post Office | |
| Truro Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Truro
20 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Hallows, Kea | |
| All Saints Church Highertown | |
| Gloweth Chapel | |
| Kenwyn Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs Witnesses | |
| Methodist Church | |
| Old Kea Church | |
| Our Lady Of The Portal & St Piran | |
| St Alleyne | |
| St Andrew | |
| St Clement Church | |
| St George the Martyr | |
| St Hermes | |
| St John the Evangilist | |
| St Mary's Chapel | |
| St Michael | |
| Trispen Methodist Church | |
| Truro Baptist Church | |
| Truro Cathedral | |
| Truro Methodist Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Truro
What is the population of Truro?
Truro has a population of 23,041 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 9,600 people per square mile, spread across 2.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.
Is Truro expensive to live in?
The median household income is $44,453, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $368,220 (31% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,111 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Truro?
Truro has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 44°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 262 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.1 inches.
How is the job market in Truro?
Truro has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $855. There are 2,097 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Truro?
The median home value in Truro is $368,220. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,111. The homeownership rate is 67.4%.
How are the schools in Truro?
30.6% of adults in Truro hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.4% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Truro?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Truro is 3.7% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.9% Asian. 97.6% of residents speak only English at home. 6.3% of the population are military veterans. 6.2% of residents have a disability.