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Usk, United Kingdom
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Usk is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 2,834. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
BHousing
CClimate
Education
ACommunity
| Population | 2,834 |
| Population Density | 505 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.7035°, -2.9033° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Wales |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.1 inches (1,323 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.4 inches (6 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $52,742 |
| Median Age | 49.4 years |
About Usk
Usk is a small town in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 2,834. The city sits at an elevation of 62 feet (19 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Usk vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Usk vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,742 |
| 30% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $52,742 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,014 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 258 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 52.4% |
| Public Transit | 1.1% |
| Work from Home | 34.3% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $428,619 |
| 52% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,319 |
| 13% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 72.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 27.7% |
| Housing Units | 1,134 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 53.2°F |
| 1% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 219 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 5.6 sq mi (14.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 505/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.7035°N, 2.9033°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 | - | 134 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 3.8 in | Wettest |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 2.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 3.3 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 3.7 in |
Usk has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 40°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.8") and July the driest (1.8").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 39.4% |
| 17% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 54.9% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 505/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.6 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 52.4% |
| Public Transit | 1.1% |
| Work from Home | 34.3% |
Schools in Usk
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunflowers Nursery Usk | - | - | - | - |
| Usk Church in Wales Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Coleg Gwent, Usk Campus | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Usk
42 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOUL RADIO Only Classic Soul | 50s, 60s | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| SWU FM | dnb, drum and bass | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Dance Classics UK | 90s, dance | AAC 192 kbps | |
| Noods Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Heart Bristol | pop music | AAC 48 kbps | |
| BBC Radio Hereford and Worcester | - | UNKNOWN | |
| Like Radio - POP (MP3) | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| HearMe - 1990s pop music | 1990s pop music | MP3 | |
| BCfm 93.2 | bristol, rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BBC Radio Bristol | bbc, bristol | UNKNOWN | |
| Like Radio - CHRISTMAS (MP3) | christmas music, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - NEW (AAC+) | pop | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - ALT (MP3) | alternative | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - CHILL (MP3) | chill, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hereford FC | edgar street, hereford fc | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Like Radio - ANTHEMS (AAC+) | anthems, pop | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - COUNTRY (AAC+) | country | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - ALT (AAC+) | alternative | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - ONE (AAC+) | music | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - DanceLand (AAC+) | dance, pop | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - DanceLand Anthems (MP3) | dance anthems, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - NEW (MP3) | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - HOLIDAY CLASSICS (MP3) | classics, holiday | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - LOVE (MP3) | love songs, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - COUNTRY (MP3) | country | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 100% Whatever Westcountry | - | MP3 | |
| Wave Community Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Crystal Love Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CruiseOne Radio | electronic, indie | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Ujima Radio | african music, blues | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Wigwam | indie rock | MP3 | |
| Thornbury Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Like Radio - DanceLand (MP3) | dance, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - DanceLand Anthems (AAC+) | dance anthems, pop | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - CHILL (AAC+) | chill, pop | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - ANTHEMS (MP3) | anthems, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Like Radio - HOLIDAY (MP3) | holiday, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Somervalley fm | community radio, local station | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Like Radio - RETRO (AAC+) | pop, retro | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - CHRISTMAS (AAC+) | christmas music, pop | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Like Radio - ONE (MP3) | music | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Usk
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abergavenny Museum | ||||
| Abertillery & District Museum | ||||
| Arthur Machen's House | ||||
| Big Pit: National Coal Museum | ||||
| Blaenafon Community Museum | ||||
| Blaenavon Iron Works | ||||
| Blaise Museum - Kingsweston Roman Villa | ||||
| Blaise Museum - Kingsweston Roman Villa | ||||
| Caerleon Roman Fortress Baths | ||||
| Caldicot Castle Museum | ||||
| Castle House | ||||
| Chepstow Museum | ||||
| Hanbury Arms Haunted Hotel & Museum | ||||
| Llanyrafon Manor | ||||
| Monmouth Castle & Regimental Museum | ||||
| Newport Medieval Ship museum | ||||
| Newport Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Oakham Treasures | ||||
| Oakham Treasures | ||||
| Oakham Treasures | ||||
| Oakham Treasures | ||||
| Our Chartist Heritage | ||||
| Roman Legionary Museum Caerleon | ||||
| Shire Hall Museum | ||||
| Tintern Old Station | ||||
| Tintern Old Station Car Park | ||||
| Torfaen Museum | ||||
| Tredegar House Museum | ||||
| Twyn y gaer Hill Fort | ||||
| Usk Rural Life Museum |
Libraries in Usk
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abercarn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Abergavenny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Abertillery Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Avonmouth Library & Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Bettws Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blaenafon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Caerleon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Caldicot Community Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Chepstow Community Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Cwmbran Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cwtsh Arts Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Former Caerleon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gilwern Community Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Llanedeyrn Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Llanedeyrn Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Llanedeyrn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Llanedeyrn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Llyfrgell Maindee Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Machen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Malpas Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Monmouth Community Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Newport Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pill Library & Childrens' Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Pillgwenlly Pop Up Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pontypool Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portishead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ringland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Risca Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rogerstone Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rumney Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shirehampton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shirehampton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Splott Library (Old) | 0.0 | |||||
| St Julian's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| STAR Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| STAR Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| Tredegar House Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Usk Community Hub | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Usk
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abergavenny Market | |||||
| Bodega at The Priory | |||||
| City Market | |||||
| Cwmbran Marketplace | |||||
| Farm Shop Ponthir | |||||
| Newhall Farm Shop | |||||
| Newport Market | |||||
| Pontypool Indoor Market | |||||
| Waitrose Piazza |
Hotels in Usk
4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Usk
6 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Usk
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Usk
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Usk
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Usk
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Usk
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Usk
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Usk
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hive Mind / Wye Valley Meadery | ||||
| Hog Brew | ||||
| Tudor Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Usk
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Usk
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gloucester Ski and Snowboard Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Usk
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol Airport | BRS | Large Airport |
| Cardiff International Airport | CWL | Large Airport |
| Gloucestershire Airport | GLO | Medium Airport |
| MOD St Athan | - | Medium Airport |
| RNAS Yeovilton | YEO | Medium Airport |
| Abergavenny Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Allensmore Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Avon Lane Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Badminton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Batch End Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Berrow Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Biss Brook Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bowldown Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bristol and Gloucestershire Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Broadmeadow Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brookside Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Byecross Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Charmy Down Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chase Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clutton Hill Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Colliers Elm Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Compton Abbas Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crumpton Oaks Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Curry Rivel Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Elan Valley Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Garston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Godney Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Great House Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Green Acres Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gutchpool Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Halesland Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Hanley Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hardwicke Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Henstridge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Heywood Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hoe Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kemeys Commander Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Knoll Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Langport Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ledbury Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Little Down Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Llangarron Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Withial Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower-Durston Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Michaelwood Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Usk
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Usk Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Usk
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Portbury Medical Centre |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Usk
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of All Saints, Kemeys Commander | |
| St David Lewis & St Francis Xavier Parish Church | |
| St David's Church | |
| St Matthew | |
| St. Davids | |
| The Priory Church of St Mary |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Usk
What is the population of Usk?
Usk has a population of 2,834 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 505 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.
Is Usk expensive to live in?
The median household income is $52,742, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $428,619 (52% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,319 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Usk?
Usk has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.1 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Usk?
Usk has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,014. There are 258 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Usk?
The median home value in Usk is $428,619. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,319. The homeownership rate is 72.3%.
How are the schools in Usk?
39.4% of adults in Usk hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 54.9% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Usk?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Usk is 2.6% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.5% Asian. 98% of residents speak only English at home. 5.4% of the population are military veterans. 5.7% of residents have a disability.