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Birchington-on-Sea, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Birchington-on-Sea is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 9,827. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
9,827 Population 231/sq mi density
85 ft Elevation 26 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
21.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$45,434 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$45,434 median income, 6.5% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$345,076 home value, $1,136/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population9,827
Median Age45.1 yrs
Density231/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 6%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,434
Per Capita$45,434
Unemployment6.5%

Housing

C
Home Value$345,076
Rent$1,136
Ownership61.8%
Housing Units3,931

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain21.7 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.3%
High School+43.0%

Community

Population9,827
Population Density231 / sq mi
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates51.3758°, 1.3048°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation21.7 inches (552 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$45,434
Median Age45.1 years

About Birchington-on-Sea

Birchington-on-Sea is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 9,827. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 21.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Birchington-on-Sea has a population of 9,827 with a density of 231 people per square mile, spread across 42.5 square miles. The median age is 45.1 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.9% female and 48.1% male. The city is predominantly White (5.9%), with 1.2% Black, 3.3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.6% of residents. 5.0% of the population are veterans. 7.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

9,827
Total Population
231
People / sq mi
45.1yrs
Median Age
16% above United Kingdom avg
42.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.6%
21% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 5.4%

Social Characteristics

Birchington-on-Sea vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Birchington-on-Sea is $45,434, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $45,434 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $874, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 894 business establishments. 24.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Birchington-on-Sea vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$45,434
40% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$45,434
Avg Weekly Wage$874

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)894

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone49.8%
Public Transit6.1%
Work from Home24.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Birchington-on-Sea is $345,076, 22% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,136 (2% below the national average of $1,163). 61.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,931 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$345,076
22% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,136
2% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership61.8%
Owner-Occupied61.8%
Renter-Occupied38.2%
Housing Units3,931

Property Tax

Climate in Birchington-on-Sea

Birchington-on-Sea has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (18°C), the coldest is Jan (5.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 604 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.2°C / 41°F 3° / 7.3° 50.4
Feb 5.3°C / 42°F 2.8° / 7.8° 39.0
Mar 7°C / 45°F 3.9° / 10.2° 35.9
Apr 9.4°C / 49°F 5.8° / 13.1° 37.1
May 12.4°C / 54°F 8.6° / 16.1° 47.9
Jun 15.2°C / 59°F 11.3° / 19.2° 44.3
Jul 17.6°C / 64°F 13.5° / 21.8° 46.2
Aug 18°C / 64°F 13.9° / 22.1° 50.5
Sep 15.4°C / 60°F 11.9° / 18.9° 48.6
Oct 12.1°C / 54°F 9.2° / 15° 73.9
Nov 8.3°C / 47°F 5.9° / 10.7° 67.0
Dec 5.6°C / 42°F 3.5° / 7.8° 62.8
Birchington-on-Sea experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 297 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 21.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area42.5 sq mi (110.2 km²)
Population Density231/sq mi
Coordinates51.3758°N, 1.3048°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 21.7"
43% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.44"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.26"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.3 on Feb 27, 2019.

Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 38 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 116 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 65 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SSE of Longfossé, France M4.0 91 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 44 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 98 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 12 km
Jan 27, 1992 6 km SSE of Longfossé, France M3.5 94 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 30 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 149 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 113 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 96 km
Jul 2, 2001 3 km NNE of Oostduinkerke, Belgium M3.1 100 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 60 km
Mar 28, 1996 67 km ESE of Aldeburgh, United Kingdom M3.0 100 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 57 km
Nov 5, 1994 5 km N of Debenham, United Kingdom M3.0 100 km
May 1, 1997 21 km W of Fort-Mahon-Plage, France M3.0 116 km
Jan 1, 1995 2 km ESE of Halesworth, United Kingdom M2.9 108 km
Jul 16, 2005 3 km WSW of Southwater, United Kingdom M2.9 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1858 NORTH SEA Unknown 6.0 m — 44 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m — 31 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 1.9 in Coldest
February 40°F (5°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 44°F (6°C) 1.5 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.5 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.5 in
June 58°F (15°C) 1.8 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in
August 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in Warmest
September 59°F (15°C) 2.2 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in Wettest
November 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in
December 42°F (6°C) 2.1 in

Birchington-on-Sea has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 40°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 21.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.3").

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26.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 22% below the national average of 33.7%. 43.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.3%
22% below United Kingdom avg
High School+43.0%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density231/sq mi
Total Area42.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone49.8%
Public Transit6.1%
Work from Home24.3%

Schools in Birchington-on-Sea

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
The Llewellyn School — — — —
King Ethelbert School — — — —
Birchington Church of England Primary School — — — —
Minster Church of England Primary School — — — —
Monkton Church of England Primary School — — — —
St Nicholas-at-Wade Church of England Primary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Birchington-on-Sea

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Caroline Flashback 60s, 70s MP3 128 kbps
Big L 1 80's, hits 70's MP3 128 kbps
EKR Retro Rock 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
Big L 2 70's, 80's MP3 128 kbps
Majestic Jukebox Radio 60s, 70s AAC+ 16 kbps
Radio Jupiter adult contemporary, pop MP3 192 kbps
White Cliffs Radio — MP3
105.9 Academy FM (Folkestone) — AAC+ 48 kbps
DCR104.9 FM community radio MP3 128 kbps
Sheppey FM 92.2 — MP3 256 kbps
Radio Caroline Flashback — MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Birchington-on-Sea

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Arthur's Hall
Broadstairs Museum, Arts and Media Centre
Canterbury Roman Museum
Crab Museum
Crampton Tower Museum
Deal Maritime and Local History Museum
Dickens House Museum
Dover Transport Museum
Grand Jury Museum
Herne Bay Historical Records Society Heritage Centre
Hornby Hobbies Visitor Centre
Kent Mining Museum
Kent MOMI
Kent Museum of Freemasonry
Marlowe's Ghost
Monkton Field Study Centre
Powell-Cotton Museum
PWRR & Queens Regiment Museum
RAF Manston Museum
Ramsgate Maritime Museum
Richborough Castle Museum
Sandwich Guildhall Museum
Sandwich Medieval Centre
Secret Wartime Tunnels
Secret Wartime Tunnels
Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum
Spur Casemates Exhibition
St Augustine’s Abbey
St Margaret's Museum
The Beaney House of Art and Knowledge
The Marlowe Kit
The Micro Museum
The Seaside Museum
The Underground Hopital
This Museum is (Not) Obsolete
Time Ball Tower
Tudor House
USN P-22 Gunboat

Libraries in Birchington-on-Sea

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Augustine House0.0
Aylesham Library0.0
Birchington Library0.0
Broadstairs Library0.0
Canterbury Library0.0
Cliftonville Public Library0.0
Deal Library0.0
Deal Library0.0
Herne Bay Library0.0
Learning Resource Centre0.0
Lyminge Library0.0
Margate Library0.0
Minster Library & Neighbourhood Centre0.0
Newington Library0.0
Ramsgate Library0.0
Reception and LRC0.0
Sandwich Library0.0
School Library0.0
Sturry Library0.0
Swalecliffe Library0.0
Templeman Library0.0
Westgate Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Birchington-on-Sea

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bridge Farmers Market
Cliftonville Farmers Market
Herne Bay Market
Herne Bay Market
Old Kent Market
Old Town Market
Sandwich Market (Thursday only)
The Goods Shed
The Village Community Market

Hotels in Birchington-on-Sea

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Holiday Inn Express
Premier Inn

Restaurants in Birchington-on-Sea

12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Golden Bridge Chinese
Minnis Bay Fish & Chips
Royal Dragon
Smugglers Retreat
The Foxhunter Club
The Minnis Bay
The Minster Meze & Grill
The Parlour
The Smugglers
The Tandoori Nite
The Waves
Turkvaz

Cafes in Birchington-on-Sea

17 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blend Coffee Lounge
Costa Drive Thru
Days Grills
Felicity's Cafe
Fields Cafe
Honey'z
Jemima's Tea Room
Joe's
La Cafe Creme
Looking Ahead - Tea Rooms
Minster Food Station
The Cabin
The Cabin
The Kent Barn
Village Square Cafe
Village Square Cafe
Zara's Cafe

Monuments in Birchington-on-Sea

2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The White Tower
Waterloo Tower

Dentists in Birchington-on-Sea

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Station Road Dental Surgery

Veterinaries in Birchington-on-Sea

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Birchington Veterinary Centre
Eagle Vets

Train Stations in Birchington-on-Sea

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Birchington-on-Sea
Minster

Gas Stations in Birchington-on-Sea

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #12062043379
GB #456156102
MFG Birchington

Banks in Birchington-on-Sea

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

HSBC UK
Nationwide

Breweries in Birchington-on-Sea

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Floc
Floc Brewing Project
Gadds'
Goody Ales
Shivering Sands Brewery and Tap Room

Stadiums & Teams in Birchington-on-Sea

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Birchington-on-Sea

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Calais Marck AirportCQFMedium Airport
London Southend AirportSENMedium Airport
Lydd London Ashford AirportLYXMedium Airport
Acton Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Barling Airfield—Small Airport
Blooms Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bonnington Airstrip—Small Airport
Boulogne-sur-Mer - Alprech Aerodrome—Small Airport
Chalksole Green Airstrip—Small Airport
Challock Airfield—Small Airport
Channel Gliding Club—Small Airport
Clacton Airfield—Small Airport
Clees Hall Airstrip—Small Airport
Clipgate Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Crosbie Field UL—Small Airport
Cuckoo Tye Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Earls Colne Airfield—Small Airport
Egerton Airfield—Small Airport
Elmsett Airfield—Small Airport
Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm Airfield—Small Airport
Fridd Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Frinsted Airstrip—Small Airport
Great Oakley Airfield—Small Airport
Hamilton Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Harringe Court Airfield—Small Airport
Headcorn Aerodrome—Small Airport
Horsey Island Airfield—Small Airport
Inglenook Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Lamberhurst Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Little Engeham Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Little Robhurst Airstrip—Small Airport
Lodge Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Meadow Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Milden Airstrip—Small Airport
Nayland Airstrip—Small Airport
Newton Hall Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Norwood Lodge Airstrip—Small Airport
Park Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Pent Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Pentlow Airstrip—Small Airport
Rands Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Raydon Wings Glider Field—Small Airport
Retreat Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Ridgewell Glider Field—Small Airport
Ripple Airstrip—Small Airport
Saint-Inglevert Aerodrome—Small Airport
Stoke Airfield—Small Airport
Stones Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome—Small Airport
Tiffenden Airstrip—Small Airport

Post Offices in Birchington-on-Sea

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Post Office
St Nicholas-at-Wade Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Birchington-on-Sea

17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Acol Methodist Church
All Saints Church
Birchington Baptist Church
Birchington Baptist Church
Birchington Baptist Church
Birchington Methodist Church
Cemetery Chapel
Minster Abbey
Monkton Methodist Church
Our Lady and St Benedicts Church
St Mary Magdalene Church
St Mary the Virgin
St Mildreds Church
St Nicholas
St Thomas
The Bay United Reformed Church
The Salvation Army

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 Birchington-on-Sea

What is the population of Birchington-on-Sea?

Birchington-on-Sea has a population of 9,827 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 231 people per square mile, spread across 42.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.9% female and 48.1% male.

Is Birchington-on-Sea expensive to live in?

The median household income is $45,434, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $345,076 (22% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,136 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Birchington-on-Sea?

Birchington-on-Sea has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 21.7 inches.

How is the job market in Birchington-on-Sea?

The unemployment rate in Birchington-on-Sea is 6.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $874. There are 894 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Birchington-on-Sea?

The median home value in Birchington-on-Sea is $345,076. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,136. The homeownership rate is 61.8%.

How are the schools in Birchington-on-Sea?

26.3% of adults in Birchington-on-Sea hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Birchington-on-Sea?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Birchington-on-Sea is 5.9% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 3.3% Asian. 94.6% of residents speak only English at home. 5.0% of the population are military veterans. 7.2% of residents have a disability.

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