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Yealmpton, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Yealmpton is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,677. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,677 Population 41/sq mi density
118 ft Elevation 36 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
46.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,070 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$49,070 median income, 3.4% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$493,894 home value, $1,227/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Yealmpton

Yealmpton

Yealmpton is a village and civil parish in the English county of Devon. It is located in the South Hams on the A379 Plymouth to Kingsbridge road and is about 8 miles (13 km) from Plymouth. Its name derives from the River Yealm that flows through the village. At the 2001 census, it had a population of 1,923, falling to 1,677 at the 2011 census. There is an electoral ward of the same name. The population of this ward in 2011 was 2,049.

People

Population1,677
Median Age51.4 yrs
Density41/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,070
Per Capita$49,070
Unemployment3.4%

Housing

F
Home Value$493,894
Rent$1,227
Ownership72.1%
Housing Units671

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain46.3 in/yr
Sunny Days252/yr
Elevation118 ft (36 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.9%
High School+56.8%

Community

Population1,677
Population Density41 / sq mi
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Coordinates50.3486°, -3.9988°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation46.3 inches (1,176 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,070
Median Age51.4 years

About Yealmpton

Yealmpton is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,677. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet (36 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Yealmpton has a population of 1,677 with a density of 41 people per square mile, spread across 41.1 square miles. The median age is 51.4 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.9% female and 48.1% male. The city is predominantly White (3.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.1% of residents. 6.7% of the population are veterans. 5.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,677
Total Population
41
People / sq mi
51.4yrs
Median Age
32% above United Kingdom avg
41.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.1%
25% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 1.9%

Social Characteristics

Yealmpton vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Yealmpton is $49,070, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,070 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $944, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 153 business establishments. 33.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Yealmpton vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$49,070
35% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,070
Avg Weekly Wage$944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)153

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone50.3%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home33.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Yealmpton is $493,894, 75% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,227 (6% above the national average of $1,163). 72.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 671 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

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

Homeownership72.1%
Owner-Occupied72.1%
Renter-Occupied28.0%
Housing Units671

Property Tax

Yealmpton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 252 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 46.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days252 days/yr

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area41.1 sq mi (106.4 km²)
Population Density41/sq mi
Coordinates50.3486°N, 3.9988°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.3"
22% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 5.63"
Driest Month (Jul) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

22 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.1. Most recent: M4.1 on Feb 20, 2014.

Nov 10, 1996 19 km S of St Just, United Kingdom M4.1 125 km
Feb 20, 2014 17 km NNW of Ilfracombe, United Kingdom M4.1 113 km
May 31, 2001 20 km NNW of Flexbury, United Kingdom M4.0 87 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 109 km
Aug 17, 1995 28 km S of Salcombe, United Kingdom M3.6 43 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 109 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 113 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 145 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 150 km
Sep 23, 1992 1 km NNE of Tiverton, United Kingdom M3.3 73 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 109 km
Oct 16, 1997 4 km ENE of Torquay, United Kingdom M3.2 40 km
Jan 19, 2001 53 km S of Mullion, United Kingdom M3.2 118 km
Sep 5, 1999 15 km WSW of Salcombe, United Kingdom M2.9 20 km
Feb 8, 1998 18 km SW of Mullion, United Kingdom M2.9 113 km
Mar 23, 1998 11 km W of Chickerell, United Kingdom M2.9 99 km
Jun 16, 1991 17 km SSW of Wembury, United Kingdom M2.8 23 km
May 31, 1998 38 km WNW of Northam, United Kingdom M2.8 106 km
Mar 23, 2008 38 km NW of St Just, United Kingdom M2.8 145 km
Jun 23, 2011 4 km WSW of Bovey Tracey, United Kingdom M2.7 31 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 73 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 5.4 in
February 41°F (5°C) 4.3 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 3.8 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.9 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.8 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.4 in Warmest, Driest
August 60°F (15°C) 3.1 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
October 51°F (11°C) 4.7 in
November 46°F (8°C) 5.1 in
December 43°F (6°C) 5.6 in Wettest

Yealmpton has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 41°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (2.4").

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39.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 18% above the national average of 33.7%. 56.8% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.9%
18% above United Kingdom avg
High School+56.8%
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density41/sq mi
Total Area41.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone50.3%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home33.1%

Schools in Yealmpton

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Holbeton Primary School
St Mary's Church of England Primary School
Yealmpton Primary School
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Radio Stations near Yealmpton

8 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
Torbay Hospital Radio MP3 128 kbps
Hospital Radio Plymouth AAC 128 kbps
Phonic FM alternative, community MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Yealmpton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ashburton Museum
Church House
Cookworthy Museum
Cotehele Quay Discovery Centre
Dartmoor Prison Museum
Devonport Naval Heritage Centre
H. Elliott
Mayflower Museum
Monastic Way Exhibition
Mt Edgcumbe Railway & Model Society
Overbeck's House
Pengelly Trust Museum
Plym Valley Railway
Salcombe Maritime Museum
Saltash Heritage Museum
South Devon Railway Museum
St. Lawrence Chapel
Tavistock Museum
The Box
The Box (St Luke's)
The Valliant Soldier Museum & Heritage Centre

Libraries in Yealmpton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ashburton Library0.0
Buckfastleigh Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Charles Seale-Hayne Library0.0
Cliff House0.0
Crownhill Library0.0
Devonport (St Aubyn) Library0.0
Efford Library0.0
Ernesettle Library0.0
Ernesettle Library0.0
Estover Library0.0
Estover Library0.0
Peverell Library0.0
Plymouth Proprietary Library0.0
Plympton Library0.0
Plymstock Library0.0
Plymstock School Library0.0
Princetown Public Library0.0
Saltash Library0.0
St Budeaux Library0.0
Tavistock Library0.0
Torpoint Library0.0
Tothill Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Yealmpton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Plymouth City Market
Tavistock Livestock Market
Tavistock Pannier Market
The Clipper
The House That Jack Built
The Plot

Hotels in Yealmpton

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kitley House Hotel

Restaurants in Yealmpton

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ming Chinese Takeaway (Old Mother Hubbard's Cottage)

Cafes in Yealmpton

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mothecombe Old School Tea Room
Mothecombe Old School Tea Room

Clinics in Yealmpton

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Yealmpton Medical Centre

Gas Stations in Yealmpton

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Harvest Energy
Yealm Filling Station

Breweries in Yealmpton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bere Brewery
Dartmoor Brewery
Noss Beer Works
Roam Brewery & Taproom
Roam Brewery & Taproom
Salcombe Brewery
Stannary Brewing Company & Taproom
Steel Brew Co & Taproom
Steel Brew Co & Taproom
Summerskills Brewery
Summerskills Brewery
TQ Beerworks Ltd

Stadiums & Teams in Yealmpton

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Yealmpton

21 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Exeter International AirportEXTMedium Airport
Royal Marines Base ChivenorMedium Airport
Belle Vue AirfieldSmall Airport
Bodmin AirfieldSmall Airport
Bolt Head AirfieldSmall Airport
Brent Tor Glider FieldSmall Airport
Eaglescott AirfieldSmall Airport
Eggesford AirfieldSmall Airport
Glebe Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Gorrel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Halwell AirstripSmall Airport
Hunsdon Lea AirstripSmall Airport
Marldon AirstripSmall Airport
North Hill Glider FieldSmall Airport
RAF Davidstow MoorSmall Airport
St Mellion AirstripSmall Airport
Stoodleigh Barton Private AirstripSmall Airport
Tinnel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Well Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Westacott Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Westover Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Yealmpton

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Brixton Post Office
Holbeton Post Office
Yealmpton Post Office

Treatment Centers in Yealmpton

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Endeavour Centre

Churches & Religious Organizations in Yealmpton

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints
St Bartholomew's Church
St Mary

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 Yealmpton

What is the population of Yealmpton?

Yealmpton has a population of 1,677 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 41 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 Yealmpton 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 Yealmpton?

Yealmpton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 252 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.3 inches.

How is the job market in Yealmpton?

Yealmpton 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 153 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Yealmpton?

The median home value in Yealmpton is $493,894. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,227. The homeownership rate is 72.1%.

How are the schools in Yealmpton?

39.9% of adults in Yealmpton 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 Yealmpton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Yealmpton 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.

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