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Wiveliscombe, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Wiveliscombe is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,178. Elevation: 400 ft (122 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,178 Population 304/sq mi density
400 ft Elevation 122 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
42.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$46,074 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$46,074 median income, 3.9% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$354,599 home value, $1,152/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Wiveliscombe

Wiveliscombe

Wiveliscombe is a town and civil parish in Somerset, England. It lies 9 miles (14 km) west of Taunton, its post town. The town is centred on The Square, which held the former market and is fronted by several listed buildings. As well as the town itself, the parish covers surroundings rural areas, including the hamlets of Croford, Langley, Maundown, and Whitefield. At the 2021 census, the parish had a population of 3,064.

People

Population2,178
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density304/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,074
Per Capita$46,074
Unemployment3.9%

Housing

C
Home Value$354,599
Rent$1,152
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units871

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation400 ft (122 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population2,178
Population Density304 / sq mi
Elevation400 ft (122 m)
Coordinates51.0414°, -3.3128°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation42.0 inches (1,067 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$46,074
Median Age47.0 years

About Wiveliscombe

Wiveliscombe is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,178. The city sits at an elevation of 400 feet (122 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Wiveliscombe has a population of 2,178 with a density of 304 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.4% of residents.

Population

2,178
Total Population
304
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above United Kingdom avg
7.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.4%
22% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 4.6%

Social Characteristics

Wiveliscombe vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Wiveliscombe is $46,074, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,074 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $886, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 198 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Wiveliscombe vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,074
39% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$46,074
Avg Weekly Wage$886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)198

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wiveliscombe is $354,599, 26% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,152 (1% below the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 871 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$354,599
26% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,152
1% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units871

Property Tax

Wiveliscombe experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 400 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation400 ft (122 m)
Area7.2 sq mi (18.5 km²)
Population Density304/sq mi
Coordinates51.0414°N, 3.3128°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.0"
11% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 4.69"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 143 km
Oct 25, 1999 10 km N of Hirwaun, United Kingdom M4.5 90 km
Feb 17, 2018 5 km NE of Clydach, United Kingdom M4.3 85 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 69 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 96 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 24 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 24 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 122 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 29 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 57 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 73 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 86 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 61 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 18 km
Jun 16, 1991 11 km WSW of Knighton, United Kingdom M3.3 141 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 24 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 72 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 63 km
Sep 17, 1993 3 km S of Leominster, United Kingdom M3.2 134 km
Jan 28, 2002 1 km S of Abercarn, United Kingdom M3.0 67 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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 - 64 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.5 in
February 40°F (5°C) 3.3 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.5 in Driest
May 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.3 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
October 51°F (11°C) 4.2 in
November 46°F (8°C) 4.7 in Wettest
December 43°F (6°C) 4.6 in

Wiveliscombe has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (4.7") and April the driest (2.5").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density304/sq mi
Total Area7.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Wiveliscombe

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Wiveliscombe Primary School - - - -
Kingsmead Academy - - - -
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Radio Stations near Wiveliscombe

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Celtica Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Rage FM drum and bass, hardcore MP3 128 kbps
Nation 60s - MP3 128 kbps
Sid Valley Radio local radio MP3 128 kbps
Abbey104 - MP3 256 kbps
Phonic FM alternative, community MP3 160 kbps
100% Whatever Westcountry - MP3
Wave Community Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Nation Love - AAC+ 47 kbps
Radio Wigwam indie rock MP3

Museums in Wiveliscombe

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Allhallows Museum
Bishops Lydeard Mill
Coldharbour Woolen Museum
County Classics Motor Museum
Dulverton Heritage Centre
Dunkeswell Heritage Centre
Gauge Museum Bishops Lydeard
Gauge Museum Blue Anchor
Minehead Museum
Museum of Somerset
Nether Stowey Library
Somerset Cricket Museum
Somerset Military Museum
The Mill House
The Radio Museum
Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon Life
Upottery Airfield Nissen Hut Heritage Centre
Watchet Boat Museum
Watchet Museum

Libraries in Wiveliscombe

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bishops Lydeard Library0.0
Cullompton Library0.0
Dulverton Library0.0
Honiton Library0.0
Minehead Library0.0
Minehead Library0.0
Nether Stowey Library0.0
Taunton Library0.0
Tiverton Library0.0
Uffculme Public Library0.0
Watchet Town Library0.0
Wellington Library0.0
Williton Library0.0
Wiveliscombe Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Wiveliscombe

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmers Market
Market House
Panier market
Pannier Market

Hotels in Wiveliscombe

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The White Hart Hotel

Restaurants in Wiveliscombe

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Golden Ocean
Taste of India

Cafes in Wiveliscombe

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Phoenix Kitchen
Whelans

Gas Stations in Wiveliscombe

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #782244089

Breweries in Wiveliscombe

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Cotleigh Brewery
Cottage Beer Project
Exe Valley Brewery
Exmoor Ales
Hatherland Brewery
Otter Brewery
Quantock Brewery
The Bear Inn

Stadiums & Teams in Wiveliscombe

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Wiveliscombe

49 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Bristol AirportBRSLarge Airport
Cardiff International AirportCWLLarge Airport
Exeter International AirportEXTMedium Airport
MOD St Athan-Medium Airport
RNAS YeoviltonYEOMedium Airport
Batch End Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Branscombe Airfield-Small Airport
Brookside Farm Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Croes Carn Einion Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Curry Rivel Airstrip-Small Airport
Dunkeswell Airfield-Small Airport
Eaglescott Airfield-Small Airport
Eggesford Airfield-Small Airport
Farway Common Airfield-Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Godney Airstrip-Small Airport
Halesland Glider Field-Small Airport
Halwell Airstrip-Small Airport
Heywood Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hunsdon Lea Airstrip-Small Airport
Kemeys Commander Airstrip-Small Airport
Langport Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower Withial Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lower-Durston Airstrip-Small Airport
Marldon 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
North Hill Glider Field-Small Airport
Norton Malreward Airfield-Small Airport
Old Park Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Park Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Rhigos Airstrip-Small Airport
RNAS Merryfield-Small Airport
South Wales Gliding Club-Small Airport
Stancombe Farm Airstrip (Private)-Small Airport
Stoodleigh Barton Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Tracy Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Upfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Warren Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Watchford Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Well Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Westacott Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Westonzoyland Airfield-Small Airport
Woolaston Airstrip-Small Airport
Yeovil/Westland Aerodrome-Small Airport

Post Offices in Wiveliscombe

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Wiveliscombe Post Office

Treatment Centers in Wiveliscombe

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Foxes Roost

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wiveliscombe

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of All Saints
Church of St. Mary
Petton Methodist Church
St Luke's Mission Church
St Mary Magdalene
St Michael
St Peter
St Peter's Church
St Petrock's Church
St Richard of Chichester
St. Andrew's Church
St. John the Baptist
Wiveliscombe Evangelical Congregational Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wiveliscombe

What is the population of Wiveliscombe?

Wiveliscombe has a population of 2,178 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 304 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Wiveliscombe expensive to live in?

The median household income is $46,074, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $354,599 (26% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,152 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Wiveliscombe?

Wiveliscombe has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.0 inches.

How is the job market in Wiveliscombe?

Wiveliscombe has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $886. There are 198 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Wiveliscombe?

The median home value in Wiveliscombe is $354,599. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,152. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Wiveliscombe?

50.0% of adults in Wiveliscombe hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Wiveliscombe?

95.4% of residents speak only English at home.

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