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Birdham, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Birdham is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,166. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,166 Population 434/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
44.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,944 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$249,800 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Birdham

Birdham

Birdham is a village and civil parish in the Chichester District of West Sussex, England. It is located on the Manhood Peninsula, c. 5 miles (8.0 km) south-west of the city of Chichester. The parish church is dedicated to St James, although the dedication was to St. Leonard until c. 1900.

People

Population1,166
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density434/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,944
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$249,800
Rent$1,249
Ownership63.0%
Housing Units466

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days229/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

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

Community

Population1,166
Population Density434 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates50.7961°, -0.8307°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation44.5 inches (1,130 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.7 inches (14 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Birdham

Birdham is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,166. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Birdham has a population of 1,166 with a density of 434 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% 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 90% of residents. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,166
Total Population
434
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Birdham vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Birdham is $49,944, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 106 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Birdham vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$49,944
34% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,944
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)106

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Birdham is $249,800, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 466 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$249,800
11% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,249
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.0%
Owner-Occupied63.0%
Renter-Occupied37.0%
Housing Units466

Property Tax

Birdham experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 229 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. The area receives 5.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days229 days/yr

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density434/sq mi
Coordinates50.7961°N, 0.8307°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.5"
17% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 5.7"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.62"
Driest Month (May) 1.81"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

31 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.0 on May 19, 2019.

Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 133 km
Oct 6, 1999 34 km NNW of Fécamp, France M4.6 113 km
Nov 30, 1994 17 km N of Courseulles-sur-Mer, France M4.1 148 km
Jul 14, 2011 62 km SSE of Ventnor, United Kingdom M3.9 75 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 147 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 147 km
Sep 23, 2003 41 km WNW of Étretat, France M3.6 111 km
Sep 24, 2003 22 km WNW of Cauville-sur-Mer, France M3.5 131 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 145 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 4 km
Jun 16, 1998 18 km NNW of Yport, France M3.3 125 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 59 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 148 km
Nov 26, 1991 50 km N of Urville-Nacqueville, France M3.0 96 km
Aug 26, 2002 40 km NNW of Étretat, France M3.0 102 km
May 19, 2019 7 km ESE of Swanage, United Kingdom M3.0 77 km
Jan 27, 2015 1 km ENE of Winchester, United Kingdom M2.9 45 km
Jul 16, 2005 3 km WSW of Southwater, United Kingdom M2.9 39 km
Mar 18, 2001 8 km W of Marlborough, United Kingdom M2.9 100 km
Mar 23, 1998 11 km W of Chickerell, United Kingdom M2.9 131 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.9 m (3 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m - 149 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 3.6 in Coldest, Wettest
February 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.7 in
April 47°F (9°C) 2.0 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.8 in Driest
June 58°F (15°C) 2.0 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
August 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in Warmest
September 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.6 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.5 in

Birdham has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 40°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.6") and May the driest (1.8").

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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 Density434/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Birdham

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Birdham CE Primary School - - - -
Sidlesham Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Birdham

14 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
60s Swinging Radio classic hits 60s 70a 80s, israeli pop oldies MP3 96 kbps
Swinging radio 60s 60s, sixties MP3 96 kbps
Isle of Wight Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Express FM Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Christmas Radio (MP3) christmas music MP3 128 kbps
Angel Radio (HQ) nostalgia, oldies MP3 96 kbps
Capital FM South Coast 103.2 commercial, pop MP3 128 kbps
BFBS Aldershot - AAC+ 64 kbps
Angel Radio - MP3 96 kbps
Outreach Radio - AAC 32 kbps
Shine Radio - AAC+ 96 kbps
Winchester Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Overton Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Hospital Radio Basingstoke - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Birdham

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bignor Roman Villa
Bognor Regis Museum
Cass Sculpture Foundation
Cumberland House Natural History Museum
Eastney Beam Engine House
Eastney Gas Engine House
Emsworth Museum
Fishbourne Roman Palace
Midhurst Museum
Midhurst Museum Too
Petersfield Museum
Petworth Cottage Museum
Tangmere Military Aviation Museum
The Novium
Weald & Downland Open Air Museum
WW1 Remembrance Centre

Libraries in Birdham

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alderman Lacey Library0.0
Alderman Lacey Library0.0
Aldwick Community Centre0.0
Beddow Library0.0
Bognor Regis Library0.0
Carnegie Library0.0
Chichester College Library0.0
Chichester Library0.0
Cosham Library0.0
Emsworth Library0.0
Havant Library0.0
Havant Library0.0
Hayling Island Library0.0
Horndean Library0.0
Leigh Park Library0.0
Library0.0
Midhurst Library0.0
North End Library0.0
North End Library0.0
Petersfield Library0.0
Petworth Library0.0
Selsey Library0.0
Simone's library0.0
Southbourne Library0.0
Waterlooville Library and Learning Centre0.0
Wittering Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Birdham

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Draper’s Yard
Ford Open Air Market
Waterlooville Pop up Shop

Hotels in Birdham

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Crouchers Hotel.

Restaurants in Birdham

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Cider House Kitchen
Thyme & Chillies

Cafes in Birdham

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jungle Java Pizza Cafe
Russells Cafe
The Boat House Cafe

Gas Stations in Birdham

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Paddock
Shell

Golf Courses in Birdham

3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Par 3 Short Course
The Cathedral Course
The Tower Course

Breweries in Birdham

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Gribble Inn
Irving Brewers
Irving Brewers
Langham Brewery
Make Make
Make Make
Staggeringly Good
Staggeringly Good
The Emsworth Brewery
The Emsworth Brewery
The Emsworth Brewery
Urban Island
Urban Island

Stadiums & Teams in Birdham

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Birdham

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Southampton Alpine Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Birdham

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Gatwick AirportLGWLarge Airport
London Heathrow AirportLHRLarge Airport
Blackbushe AirportBBSMedium Airport
Brighton City AirportESHMedium Airport
Farnborough AirportFABMedium Airport
Lasham Airfield-Medium Airport
RAF OdihamODHMedium Airport
Southampton AirportSOUMedium Airport
Barton Ashes Airstrip-Small Airport
Baynard's Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Bembridge AirportBBPSmall Airport
Bere Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Berry Grove Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Binstead Airfield-Small Airport
Bognor Regis Lec Airfield-Small Airport
Bossington Airstrip-Small Airport
Bowford Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brimpton Airfield-Small Airport
Brockwood Bottom Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brooklands Aerodrome-Small Airport
Chilbolton Airfield-Small Airport
Chilsfold Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Chipstead Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Colemore Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Colthrop Manor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Denford Manor Airstrip-Small Airport
Dunsfold Aerodrome-Small Airport
Englefield Airstrip-Small Airport
Fairoaks Airport-Small Airport
Farley Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Firs Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Folly Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Fowler's Field Airstrip-Small Airport
Fowler's Field Airstrip-Small Airport
Freshwater Fruit Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Frieslands Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Goldstone Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Goodwood AerodromeQUGSmall Airport
Greenlease Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hadfold Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Harpsden Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Hatchgate Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Haw Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hickstead Airstrip-Small Airport
Hill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hill Top Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Homestead Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hopkiln Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Idsworth Airstrip-Small Airport
Isle of Wight/Sandown Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Birdham

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Birdham Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Birdham

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St James Church and community hall.
St Nicholas
St. Mary's 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 Birdham

What is the population of Birdham?

Birdham has a population of 1,166 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 434 people per square mile, spread across 2.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Birdham expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $249,800 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Birdham?

Birdham has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 44.5 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Birdham?

Birdham has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 106 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Birdham?

The median home value in Birdham is $249,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.

How are the schools in Birdham?

50.0% of adults in Birdham 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 Birdham?

90% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability.

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