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Brecon, Vale, United Kingdom – United Kingdom Flag

Current Date And Time In Brecon, United Kingdom

Friday, 24 July 2026
09:39:28 BST
State: Vale
Currency: Pound Sterling (GBP)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (BST)

🗺 Map of Brecon, Vale, United Kingdom – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Brecon, a city in Vale, United Kingdom, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Brecon β€” all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Brecon.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Europe • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for United Kingdom operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Brecon, Vale

📍 LATITUDE
51.949°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
3.391°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)51.9489° N3.3915° W
Signed Decimal Degrees51.9489-3.3915
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)51° 56' 56" N3° 23' 29" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)51° 56.9368' N3° 23.4878' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Brecon Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:22 AM
🌅 SUNSET
09:18 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
15h 56m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:20 PM
Calculated for today (24 Jul 2026) from Brecon’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Brecon’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,783 km
(3,593 mi) • Brecon is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
233 km
(145 mi) • Brecon is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
51.949° S, 176.609° E
The point exactly opposite Brecon through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Brecon, you'd surface nearest to Papatowai, New Zealand, about 791 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Brecon

📍 Location Details

CityBrecon
StateVale (Le Valle)
CountryUnited Kingdom
ContinentEurope
Time Zone+00:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation140 m / 461 ft
GPS (DD)51.9489, -3.3915

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Brecon

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Vale
Parent Country: United Kingdom

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Brecon to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Vale.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Merthyr TydfilValeS22 km14 mi~22m🗺 View
BrynmawrValeSE23 km14 mi~23m🗺 View
Ebbw ValeValeSE23 km14 mi~23m🗺 View
AberdareValeS28 km17 mi~28m🗺 View
Mountain Ash-AbercynonValeS30 km18 mi~30m🗺 View
Llandrindod WellsValeN33 km20 mi~33m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Brecon to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • London
230 km (143 mi)
E of Brecon • ~3h 50m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Vale

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Vale, the home state of Brecon, along with each city's aerial distance from the state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Aberdare51.7002° N-3.4227° W121 m-🗺 View Map
Aberystwyth52.4153° N-4.0829° W9 m-🗺 View Map
Barry51.3998° N-3.2826° W17 m-🗺 View Map
Bridgend51.5043° N-3.5769° W27 m-🗺 View Map
Brynmawr51.7951° N-3.1756° W344 m-🗺 View Map
Caernarfon53.1396° N-4.2739° W14 m-🗺 View Map
Caerphily51.6604° N-3.2179° W160 m-🗺 View Map
Caldicot51.5915° N-2.7509° W10 m-🗺 View Map
Cardiff51.4816° N-3.1791° W12 m-🗺 View Map
Carmarthen51.8576° N-4.3121° W19 m-🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Cardiff International Airport
IATA: CWL
61 km (38 mi) from Brecon
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🌍 Brecon Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Brecon Matter

The exact GPS location of Brecon gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Vale. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Vale state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Brecon Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Brecon are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Brecon

The satellite view of Brecon lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full United Kingdom map

🌎 Regional Position of Brecon in Vale

Brecon sits within Vale, United Kingdom, in the Europe region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Brecon Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Brecon for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Vale. › Browse every city in Vale

💻 Using Brecon Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Brecon in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in United Kingdom. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Brecon Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Brecon directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Brecon. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Vale CitiesAccess the full city directory for Vale ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Brecon Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Brecon?

The GPS coordinates of Brecon are latitude 51.9489° and longitude -3.3915°. In directional format: 51.9489° N, 3.3915° W. These coordinates mark the center of Brecon in Vale and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Brecon located?

Brecon is a city in Vale, United Kingdom, on the continent of Europe. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Brecon?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Brecon sits at: Latitude 51° 56' 56" N and Longitude 3° 23' 29" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Brecon on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Brecon is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 51.9489, -3.3915 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Brecon in Vale. For broader context, explore the Vale state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Brecon?

The nearest airport to Brecon is Cardiff International Airport (CWL), roughly 61 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Brecon?

Brecon sits at an elevation of approximately 140 meters (461 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Vale.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Brecon?

The closest cities to Brecon include Merthyr Tydfil, Brynmawr, Ebbw Vale. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Brecon today?

Today in Brecon, sunrise is at 05:22 AM and sunset is at 09:18 PM, giving a day length of 15h 56m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Brecon's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Brecon from the Equator?

Brecon is approximately 5,783 km (3,593 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 233 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Brecon?

The antipodal point of Brecon — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Papatowai, New Zealand, roughly 791 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Brecon from London, the capital of United Kingdom?

Brecon is approximately 230 km (143 mi) E of London, the national capital of United Kingdom, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.