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Usk
City in Monmouthshire, United Kingdom
Overview
Usk is a quintessential Welsh market town set along the winding River Usk, best known for its medieval castle ruins, floral displays, and warm community feel. With a mix of historic charm and scenic countryside, Usk offers a peaceful experience for visitors seeking relaxation or gentle adventure.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United Kingdom
Unitary Authority
Monmouthshire
Population
2,629
Time Zone
Europe/London
Coordinates
51.70°, -2.90°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
93
Female Safety
88
LGBTQ+ Safety
80
Traffic Safety
87
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$2,239
Local Cost
$1,430
Local Income
$2,400
Cashless
82
English
100
Temperature
10.3°C
Summer Avg
15.8°C
Winter Avg
5.3°C
Record High
30.8°C
Record Low
-5.8°C
Humidity
87%
Precipitation
966 mm
Internet Speed
96 Mbps
Upload
18 Mbps
Latency
14 ms
City Vibrancy
18
Coworking
0
Cafes
6
Nightlife
8
Parks
4
Transport
33
Walk Score
33
Footways
65.0
Airport
BRS
Distance
38 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 31 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 80/100.
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