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Bowthorpe, United Kingdom
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Bowthorpe is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 20,000. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 20,000 |
| Population Density | 243 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.6388°, 1.2189° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.2 inches (895 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.2 inches (6 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $44,784 |
| Median Age | 34.8 years |
About Bowthorpe
Bowthorpe is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 20,000. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Bowthorpe vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Bowthorpe vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $44,784 |
| 40% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $44,784 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $861 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.5% |
| 108% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,820 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 37.4% |
| Public Transit | 5.3% |
| Work from Home | 29.6% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $294,422 |
| 4% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,120 |
| 4% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 42.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 42.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 57.4% |
| Housing Units | 8,000 |
Property Tax
Climate in Bowthorpe
Bowthorpe has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (17.8°C), the coldest is Jan (4°C). Average annual precipitation is 810 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 222 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 85 ft (26 m) |
| Area | 82.4 sq mi (213.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 243/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.6388°N, 1.2189°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | Wettest |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.3 in |
Bowthorpe has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.5").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 34.1% |
| 1% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 55.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 243/sq mi |
| Total Area | 82.4 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 37.4% |
| Public Transit | 5.3% |
| Work from Home | 29.6% |
Schools in Bowthorpe
13 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Earlham Infant and Nursery School | - | - | - | - |
| West Earlham Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Michael's V.A. Junior School | - | - | - | - |
| Banks House School | - | - | - | - |
| Clover Hill V.A. Infant & Nursery School | - | - | - | - |
| Costessey Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| The Bawburgh School | - | - | - | - |
| Future Education | - | - | - | - |
| Norwich Primary Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Chapel Break Infant School | - | - | - | - |
| Valley Primary Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Henderson Green Primary Academy | - | - | - | - |
| City Academy Norwich | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Bowthorpe
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mix Radio 80s | 1980s, 80s | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Hardrock Hell | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Hospital Radio Norwich | classical, comedy | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Future Radio | alternative, community | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Amber Radio (Norwich)128k AAC | - | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Bowthorpe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 453rd Bomb Group Museum | ||||
| Aylsham Heritage Centre | ||||
| Barton House Railway | ||||
| Bungay Museum | ||||
| City of Norwich Aviation Museum | ||||
| Dragon Hall | ||||
| Forncett Steam Museum | ||||
| Gunton Park Sawmill | ||||
| King George's Hall & Museum | ||||
| Museum of Norwich at the Bridewell | ||||
| Norfolk and Suffolk Aviation Museum | ||||
| Norfolk Motorcycle Museum | ||||
| Norfolk Tank Museum | ||||
| Norwich Castle Museum | ||||
| Strangers' Hall | ||||
| Strumpshaw Steam Museum | ||||
| The South Asia Collection | ||||
| USAAF Station 146 Seething | ||||
| Woodbastwick Forge | ||||
| Wymondham Heritage Museum |
Libraries in Bowthorpe
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2nd Air Division Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Attleborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Aylsham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blofield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brundall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bungay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Childrens Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Costessey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Earlham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Eccles School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Express Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Harleston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hellesdon High Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hellesdon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hethersett Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hingham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Long Stratton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mile Cross Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mundesley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library | 0.0 | |||||
| North Walsham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Plumstead Road Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Poringland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Reepham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sprowston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Williams Way Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Taverham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tuckswood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| UEA Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Earlham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wroxham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wymondham Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Bowthorpe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arminghall Carboot | |||||
| Attleborough Market | |||||
| Banham Car Boot | |||||
| Norwich Market | |||||
| St Ssaviour's Yard | |||||
| The Late One - Car Boot Sale |
Hotels in Bowthorpe
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Bowthorpe
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Bowthorpe
9 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Bowthorpe
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Bowthorpe
5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Bowthorpe
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Bowthorpe
6 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Bowthorpe
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Bowthorpe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Day Brewing Co. | ||||
| Stow Fen Brewery | ||||
| The Brewery Tap | ||||
| Wildcraft Brewery Tap Room | ||||
| Wolf Brewery | ||||
| Woodfordes |
Stadiums & Teams in Bowthorpe
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Bowthorpe
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Norwich Airport | NWI | Medium Airport |
| RAF Honington | BEQ | Medium Airport |
| RAF Lakenheath | LKZ | Medium Airport |
| RAF Marham | KNF | Medium Airport |
| RAF Mildenhall | MHZ | Medium Airport |
| Wattisham Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Beccles Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Blooms Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blue Tile Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Boughton North Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brickwall Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bridge Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broadmarsh Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brown Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Burnham Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Church Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clees Hall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crosbie Field UL | - | Small Airport |
| Crowfield Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cuckoo Tye Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Debach Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Earls Colne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| East Winch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Elmsett Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Felthorpe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fir Grove Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Foxburrow Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Great Ashfield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Great Friars Thornes Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Great Massingham Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Great Oakley Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Great Yarmouth - North Denes Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Green Lane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grove Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grove Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gunton Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hinderclay Meadows Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Holly Hill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Horham Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ivy Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kimberley Hall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Knettishall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Langham Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Langmoor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Laurel Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lavenham Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Little Haugh Hall Private Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Little Snoring Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Long Stratton Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ludham Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Bowthorpe
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Fiveways Post Office | |
| New Costessey Post Office | |
| Upper Stafford Ave Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Bowthorpe
17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| bowthorpe church | |
| Bowthorpe Church | |
| Bowthorpe Road (Chinese) Methodist Church | |
| Costessey Methodist Church | |
| Eternity Christian Centre | |
| Hebron Chapel | |
| Holy Apostles St. Peter & St. Paul Catholic Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Mount Mizar Church | |
| Parish Church of Saint Elizabeth | |
| Saint Andrew | |
| Saint Helen | |
| Saint Mary | |
| Saint Mary and Saint Walstan's Church | |
| Saint Mary's | |
| Saint Michael | |
| Saint Walstan's Memorial and Wayside Chapel |
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What is the population of Bowthorpe?
Bowthorpe has a population of 20,000 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 243 people per square mile, spread across 82.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.
Is Bowthorpe expensive to live in?
The median household income is $44,784, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $294,422 (4% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,120 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Bowthorpe?
Bowthorpe has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Bowthorpe?
The unemployment rate in Bowthorpe is 7.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $861. There are 1,820 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Bowthorpe?
The median home value in Bowthorpe is $294,422. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,120. The homeownership rate is 42.6%.
How are the schools in Bowthorpe?
34.1% of adults in Bowthorpe hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 55.0% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Bowthorpe?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Bowthorpe is 10.6% White, 1.8% Black or African American, 7.7% Asian. 88.6% of residents speak only English at home. 3.1% of the population are military veterans. 5.6% of residents have a disability.