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West Bay, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
West Bay is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 4,084. Elevation: 3 ft (1 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About West Bay
West Bay, originally known as Bridport Harbour, is a small harbour settlement and resort on the English Channel coast in Dorset, England, sited at the mouth of the River Brit approximately 1.5 miles (2.4Â km) south of Bridport. The area is part of the Jurassic Coast, a World Heritage Site.
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| Population | 4,084 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.7108°, -2.7611° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.1 inches (866 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $47,577 |
| Median Age | 51.5 years |
About West Bay
West Bay is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 4,084. The city sits at an elevation of 3 feet (1 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
West Bay vs United Kingdom Average
Income: West Bay vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,577 |
| 37% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $47,577 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $915 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 372 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 53.9% |
| Public Transit | 1.6% |
| Work from Home | 28.2% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $424,950 |
| 51% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,189 |
| 2% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 71.4% |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.4% |
| Renter-Occupied | 28.7% |
| Housing Units | 1,634 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.5°F |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 274 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 3 ft (1 m) |
| Area | 1,308.1 sq mi (3,388.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.7108°N, 2.7611°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 | - | 29 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | Wettest |
| February | 42°F (5°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 44°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.4 in | |
| November | 47°F (8°C) | 3.4 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 3.8 in |
West Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 42°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 34.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and June the driest (2.2").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 31.5% |
| 7% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 49.1% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1,308.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 53.9% |
| Public Transit | 1.6% |
| Work from Home | 28.2% |
Radio Stations near West Bay
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rage FM | drum and bass, hardcore | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Weymouth Rocks (Medium Bitrate) | punk, rock | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Sid Valley Radio | local radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Abbey104 | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Wimborne | community radio station | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Ninesprings | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| 10 Radio 105.3 - Wiveliscombe | community radio, somerset | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in West Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Axminster Museum | ||||
| Beaminster Museum | ||||
| Bridport Museum | ||||
| Chard Museum | ||||
| Crewkerne Museum | ||||
| Dinosaurland Fossil Museum | ||||
| Lyme Regis Museum | ||||
| Montacute TV Radio & Toy Museum | ||||
| Perry's Cider Mill | ||||
| Sherborne Museum | ||||
| South Somerset Heritage Collection | ||||
| Town Mill |
Libraries in West Bay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaminster Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridport Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burton Bradstock Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Charmouth library | 0.0 | |||||
| Crewkerne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ilminster Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lyme Regis Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sherborne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| South Petherton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Yeovil Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in West Bay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rise Market And Bakery | |||||
| The Customs House |
Hotels in West Bay
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in West Bay
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in West Bay
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in West Bay
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in West Bay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyme Regis Brewery | ||||
| Palmer's Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in West Bay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near West Bay
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warmwell Snowsport Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near West Bay
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol Airport | BRS | Large Airport |
| Cardiff International Airport | CWL | Large Airport |
| Exeter International Airport | EXT | Medium Airport |
| MOD St Athan | - | Medium Airport |
| RNAS Yeovilton | YEO | Medium Airport |
| Avon Lane Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bagber Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Batch End Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Biss Brook Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Branscombe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Charmy Down Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clutton Hill Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Compton Abbas Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Craysmarsh Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Curry Rivel Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Dunkeswell Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Edington Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Farway Common Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Garston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Godney Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Great House Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gutchpool Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Halesland Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Henstridge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hermitage Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Heywood Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Langport Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Manor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Withial Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower-Durston Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Melbury Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Middle Chinnock Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Middle Pymore Farm Airstrip (Private) | - | Small Airport |
| Middlegate Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Middlezoy Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| New Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Newton Peveril Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| North Hill Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Norton Malreward Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Orchardleigh Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Keevil | - | Small Airport |
| Ranston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| RNAS Merryfield | - | Small Airport |
| South Wraxall private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stancombe Farm Airstrip (Private) | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in West Bay
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St John's Church | |
| St Peter's Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of West Bay?
West Bay has a population of 4,084 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 1,308.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.6% male.
Is West Bay expensive to live in?
The median household income is $47,577, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $424,950 (51% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,189 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in West Bay?
West Bay 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 61°F in July. The area receives 274 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.1 inches.
How is the job market in West Bay?
West Bay has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $915. There are 372 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in West Bay?
The median home value in West Bay is $424,950. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,189. The homeownership rate is 71.4%.
How are the schools in West Bay?
31.5% of adults in West Bay hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.1% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of West Bay?
The racial and ethnic makeup of West Bay is 2.9% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 1.4% Asian. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 7.1% of the population are military veterans. 5.1% of residents have a disability.