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Welshpool, United Kingdom
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Welshpool is a small city in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 5,948. Elevation: 276 ft (84 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Welshpool
Welshpool is a market town and community in Powys, Wales, historically in the county of Montgomeryshire. The town is four miles from the Wales–England border and low-lying on the River Severn. The community, which also includes Cloddiau and Pool Quay, has a population of 6,664, with the town having 5,948. There are many examples of Georgian architecture within the town. Powis Castle is located to the south-west.
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| Population | 5,948 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 276 ft (84 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.6597°, -3.1471° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Wales |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.7 inches (957 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $45,604 |
| Median Age | 50.7 years |
About Welshpool
Welshpool is a small city in United Kingdom (Wales) with a population of 5,948. The city sits at an elevation of 276 feet (84 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Welshpool vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Welshpool vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $45,604 |
| 39% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $45,604 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $877 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 541 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 54.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.8% |
| Work from Home | 30.3% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $298,837 |
| 6% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,140 |
| 2% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 67.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.2% |
| Housing Units | 2,379 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.8°F |
| 11% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 268 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 276 ft (84 m) |
| Area | 2,139.3 sq mi (5,540.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.6597°N, 3.1471°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (4°C) | 4.0 in | |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 42°F (5°C) | 3.2 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 4.1 in | Wettest |
Welshpool has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 38°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.1") and July the driest (2.2").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 31.9% |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 48.9% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2,139.3 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 54.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.8% |
| Work from Home | 30.3% |
Schools in Welshpool
6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Welshpool High School | - | - | - | - |
| Ardwyn Nursery and Infant School | - | - | - | - |
| Oldford School | - | - | - | - |
| Ysgol Gymraeg y Trallwng | - | - | - | - |
| Leighton Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Welshpool Church in Wales Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Welshpool
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunshine 855 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hereme 2000s pop | 2000's, pop | MP3 | |
| Wrexham Premier Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Welshpool
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Logan Museum of Sculpture | ||||
| Cambrian Railways Museum | ||||
| Clive Museum | ||||
| Cloverlands Model Car Collection | ||||
| Newtown Textile Museum | ||||
| Oswestry Town Museum | ||||
| Powysland Museum | ||||
| Tanat Valley Light Railway Museum | ||||
| The House on Crutches Museum | ||||
| The Old Bell Museum | ||||
| The Robert Owen Museum | ||||
| Town Hall (museum) | ||||
| WWII Museum | ||||
| Y Dolydd - The Workhouse |
Libraries in Welshpool
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abandoned/Disused | 0.0 | |||||
| Bishop's Castle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Llanfyllin Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Montgomery Branch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oswestry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Senior Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Welshpool Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Welshpool
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oswestry Town Market | |||||
| Welshpool Market |
Hotels in Welshpool
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Welshpool
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Welshpool
9 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Welshpool
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Welshpool
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Welshpool
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Welshpool
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Welshpool
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Welshpool
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Welshpool
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Welshpool
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monty's Brewery | ||||
| Stonehouse Brewery | ||||
| Three Tuns Brewery | ||||
| Three Tuns Brewery | ||||
| Three Tuns Brewery Sales | ||||
| Wilderness Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Welshpool
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Welshpool
49 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Liverpool John Lennon Airport | LPL | Large Airport |
| Hawarden Airport | CEG | Medium Airport |
| RAF Shawbury | - | Medium Airport |
| Allensmore Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Arley Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ash House Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ashcroft Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Breidden Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Broadmeadow Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bryngwyn Bach Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Byecross Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chirk Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Clotton airstrip UL | - | Small Airport |
| Dairy House Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Ditton Priors Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Elan Valley Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Forest Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Frandley House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Green Acres Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hanley Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hardwicke Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hawksview Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ledbury Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Little Down Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lleweni Parc Glyndwr Soaring Club | - | Small Airport |
| Longford Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Grounds Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Midland Glider Club | - | Small Airport |
| Mill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nantclwyd Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| North Wales Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Pencraig Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Peplow Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Phocle Green Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rhedyn Coch Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Sandford Hall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Shifnal Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Shobdon Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Sleap Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Swinmore Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Talgarth Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Tern Hill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| The Plassey Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tilstock Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Trench Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Welshpool Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Woodlow Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Woonton Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Welshpool
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Welshpool Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Welshpool
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Buttington Church | |
| Holy Trinity | |
| New Street United Church | |
| St Mary's Church | |
| St Winefride's Catholic Church | |
| Welshpool Baptist Church | |
| Welshpool Methodist Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Welshpool?
Welshpool has a population of 5,948 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 2,139.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.
Is Welshpool expensive to live in?
The median household income is $45,604, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $298,837 (6% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,140 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Welshpool?
Welshpool has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.7 inches.
How is the job market in Welshpool?
Welshpool has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $877. There are 541 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Welshpool?
The median home value in Welshpool is $298,837. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,140. The homeownership rate is 67.9%.
How are the schools in Welshpool?
31.9% of adults in Welshpool hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 48.9% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Welshpool?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Welshpool is 2.7% White, 1.1% Asian. 97.9% of residents speak only English at home. 5.1% of the population are military veterans. 5.9% of residents have a disability.