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Wembury, United Kingdom
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Wembury is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,819. Elevation: 233 ft (71 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
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About Wembury
Wembury is a village on the south coast of Devon, England, very close to Plymouth Sound. Wembury is located south of Plymouth. Wembury is also the name of the peninsula in which the village is situated. The village lies in the administrative district of the South Hams within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The South West Coast Path goes past the coastal end of the town. The National Trust has taken an active role in maintaining the scenic and historic characteristics of the village and its surrounding area
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| Population | 1,819 |
| Population Density | 44 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 233 ft (71 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.3227°, -4.0753° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 39.2 inches (996 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $49,070 |
| Median Age | 51.4 years |
About Wembury
Wembury is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,819. The city sits at an elevation of 233 feet (71 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 43°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Wembury vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Wembury vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,070 |
| 35% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $49,070 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $944 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.4% |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 166 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 50.3% |
| Public Transit | 1.6% |
| Work from Home | 33.1% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $493,894 |
| 75% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,227 |
| 6% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 72.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 28.0% |
| Housing Units | 728 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 43°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 265 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 233 ft (71 m) |
| Area | 41.1 sq mi (106.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 44/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.3227°N, 4.0753°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 | — | 79 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43°F (6°C) | 4.6 in | |
| February | 43°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 47°F (9°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 48°F (9°C) | 4.5 in | |
| December | 45°F (7°C) | 5.0 in | Wettest |
Wembury has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 43°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.0") and July the driest (2.0").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 39.9% |
| 18% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 56.8% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 44/sq mi |
| Total Area | 41.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 50.3% |
| Public Transit | 1.6% |
| Work from Home | 33.1% |
Schools in Wembury
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wembury Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Wembury
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BBC Radio Devon | — | UNKNOWN | |
| Ocean City Radio | various | MP3 192 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 Wembury
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Callington Heritage Centre | ||||
| Cotehele Quay Discovery Centre | ||||
| Dartmoor Prison Museum | ||||
| Devonport Naval Heritage Centre | ||||
| H. Elliott | ||||
| Mayflower Museum | ||||
| Mt Edgcumbe Railway & Model Society | ||||
| Plym Valley Railway | ||||
| Saltash Heritage Museum | ||||
| Tavistock Museum | ||||
| The Box | ||||
| The Box (St Luke's) |
Libraries in Wembury
| 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 | |||||
| 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 Wembury
| 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 Wembury
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Wembury
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Wembury
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bere Brewery | ||||
| Dartmoor Brewery | ||||
| Heathen Soul Brewery | ||||
| 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 | ||||
| TQ Beerworks Ltd |
Stadiums & Teams in Wembury
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Wembury
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Exeter International Airport | EXT | Medium Airport |
| Belle Vue Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bodmin Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bolt Head Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Brent Tor Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Eaglescott Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Eggesford Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Gorrel Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Halwell Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hunsdon Lea Airstrip | — | 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 Wembury
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Down Thomas Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Wembury
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Endeavour Centre |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wembury
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Werburgh |
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What is the population of Wembury?
Wembury has a population of 1,819 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 41.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.9% female and 48.1% male.
Is Wembury expensive to live in?
The median household income is $49,070, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $493,894 (75% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,227 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Wembury?
Wembury has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches.
How is the job market in Wembury?
Wembury has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $944. There are 166 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Wembury?
The median home value in Wembury is $493,894. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,227. The homeownership rate is 72.1%.
How are the schools in Wembury?
39.9% of adults in Wembury hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 56.8% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Wembury?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Wembury is 3.2% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 0.8% Asian. 98.1% of residents speak only English at home. 6.7% of the population are military veterans. 5.0% of residents have a disability.