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Boxted, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Boxted is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,004. Elevation: 154 ft (47 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,004 Population 8/sq mi density
154 ft Elevation 47 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.4 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 Boxted

Boxted

Boxted is a village and civil parish in the City of Colchester district of Essex, England. It is located approximately 5 miles (8 km) north of Colchester and 24 miles (39 km) northeast of the county city of Chelmsford. The village is in the parliamentary constituency of North Essex. There is a parish council. The village was the site of a series of skirmishes between Parliamentary and Royalist troops in July 1648, known as the Battle of Boxted Heath. At the 2021 census the parish had a population of 1,427.

People

Population1,004
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density8/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 Units402

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation154 ft (47 m)

Education

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

Community

Population1,004
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Coordinates51.9488°, 0.9100°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation32.4 inches (822 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.1 inches (5 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Boxted

Boxted is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,004. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet (47 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Boxted has a population of 1,004 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 133.0 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

1,004
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
133.0mi²
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

Boxted vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Boxted 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 91 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Boxted 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)91

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Boxted 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 402 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 Units402

Property Tax

Climate in Boxted

Boxted has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.2°C), the coldest is Jan (4.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 627 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.1°C / 39°F 1.7° / 6.6° 48.2
Feb 4.4°C / 40°F 1.6° / 7.3° 44.5
Mar 6.6°C / 44°F 3° / 10.1° 38.4
Apr 9°C / 48°F 4.5° / 13.4° 39.3
May 12°C / 54°F 7.4° / 16.6° 49.7
Jun 14.8°C / 59°F 10.2° / 19.5° 51.5
Jul 17.2°C / 63°F 12.4° / 22.1° 56.6
Aug 17.2°C / 63°F 12.5° / 22° 62.0
Sep 14.6°C / 58°F 10.3° / 18.8° 52.0
Oct 11°C / 52°F 7.8° / 14.3° 65.4
Nov 7.2°C / 45°F 4.5° / 9.9° 62.7
Dec 4.6°C / 40°F 2.3° / 7° 56.3
Boxted experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. The area receives 2.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 154 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Geography

Elevation154 ft (47 m)
Area133.0 sq mi (344.3 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates51.9488°N, 0.9100°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.4"
15% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 2.1"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.28"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

33 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 96 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 48 km
May 16, 1998 45 km ENE of Hemsby, United Kingdom M4.2 141 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 91 km
Dec 21, 2000 38 km NNE of Cromer, United Kingdom M4.0 150 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 70 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 140 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 80 km
May 2, 1995 51 km NE of Hemsby, United Kingdom M3.7 149 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 94 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 141 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 85 km
Jan 30, 2002 25 km NNE of Sheringham, United Kingdom M3.4 138 km
Jan 21, 1999 4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom M3.3 132 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 117 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 128 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 114 km
Mar 28, 1996 67 km ESE of Aldeburgh, United Kingdom M3.0 108 km
Sep 6, 1993 35 km E of Caister-on-Sea, United Kingdom M3.0 122 km
Nov 5, 1994 5 km N of Debenham, United Kingdom M3.0 41 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 - 113 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m - 97 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.0 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.6 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.6 in
June 58°F (15°C) 2.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.3 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in

Boxted has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 39°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.0 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.3") and February the driest (1.3").

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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 Density8/sq mi
Total Area133.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Boxted

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Langham Primary Academy - - - -
Langham Oaks - - - -
Boxted St Peter's Church of England School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Boxted

30 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Street Sounds Radio dance, disco MP3
Radio Caroline Flashback 60s, 70s MP3 128 kbps
The Mix Radio 80s 1980s, 80s MP3 256 kbps
Radio Essex contemporary hits radio, pop MP3
ABC Oldies Radio - MP3 320 kbps
Big L 1 80's, hits 70's MP3 128 kbps
BBC Essex - UNKNOWN
FunkURadio 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
YellowTealPurple ambient, electronic OGG 65535 kbps
Big L 2 70's, 80's MP3 128 kbps
Greatest Hits Radio (Essex) 70's, 80's AAC+ 48 kbps
Hospital Radio Colchester - MP3
Alpha Wave Radio - MP3 320 kbps
BFBS Colchester - AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Caroline North - AAC+ 52 kbps
Retro Mix Radio 70s, 80s AAC+ 48 kbps
The Voice Of Doom death metal, doom metal AAC 320 kbps
Zero Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Chelmsford Community Radio independent MP3 128 kbps
Sheppey FM 92.2 - MP3 256 kbps
Radio Caroline Flashback - MP3 128 kbps
City Sound pop MP3 128 kbps
Kori The Pom Radio drum & bass, edm MP3 128 kbps
GlitterBeam Italia lgbt, lgbtqia+ MP3 192 kbps
Hospital Radio Chelmsford - MP3 128 kbps
Park Radio community, diss MP3 96 kbps
FUNKERFM world music AAC+ 128 kbps
Stomp Radio - MP3 128 kbps
NanoRadio - MP3 192 kbps
Radioalfa2 classic hits MP3

Museums in Boxted

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Boxted Airfield Museum
Brightlingsea Museum
Christchurch Mansion
Coggeshall Museum
Colchester Castle
Combined Military Services Museum
Earls Colne Heritage Museum
East Anglian Railway Museum
East Essex Aviation Society and Museum (Martello Tower A)
Gainsborough's House
Guildhall of Corpus Christi
Heritage Centre & Platforms 5 + 6
Hollytrees Museum
Ipswich Art School
Ipswich Maritime Trust Window Museum
Ipswich Museum
Little Hall
Manningtree Museum
Mersea Island Museum
Museum in the Park
Natural History Museum
Radio Caroline Ross Revenge
RAF Bradwell Bay Preservation Group
Restoration Shed
Roman Circus Visitor Centre
St Osyth Museum
Sudbury Heritage Centre and Museum
The Food Museum
The Munnings Art Museum
Tiptree Jam Museum
Wolsey Art Gallery

Libraries in Boxted

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Albert Sloman Library0.0
Brightlingsea Library0.0
Broomhill Library0.0
Capel St Mary Library0.0
Chantry Library0.0
Clacton Library0.0
Coggeshall Library0.0
Colchester Library0.0
County library Ipswich0.0
Earls Colne Library0.0
Greenstead Library0.0
Hadleigh Library0.0
Jaywick Library Access Point0.0
Kelvedon Library0.0
Lavenham Library0.0
Long Melford Library0.0
Maldon Library0.0
Manningtree Library0.0
Needham Market Library0.0
Prettygate Library0.0
Stanway Library0.0
Stowmarket Library0.0
Sudbury Library0.0
Thomas Plume's Library0.0
Tiptree Library0.0
West Clacton Library0.0
West Mersea Library0.0
Wickham Bishops Library0.0
Wivenhoe Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Boxted

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Coggeshall Market
Late Riser Car Boot
Microshops Ipswich
Plough Corner Car Boot
St. Osyth Beach Sunday Market
Weeley Car Boot

Hotels in Boxted

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Premier Inn Colchester (A12)

Restaurants in Boxted

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mimosa

Cafes in Boxted

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Harpers Caffe
Sarah's Coffee Shop

Dentists in Boxted

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #2518388500
Hello Dental

Breweries in Boxted

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Burnt Mill Brewery
Calvors Brewery
De Vossen Brewery
King's Head Brewery
Little Earth Project
Maldon Brewing Co
Mauldons
Mersea Island Brewery
Mighty Oak Brewing Co. Ltd
Nethergate Brewery
Other Monkey Brewing
Red Fox Brewery
St Jude's Brewery
Viaduct Brewhouse

Stadiums & Teams in Boxted

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Ski Resorts Near Boxted

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Chatham Ski & Snowboard Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Boxted

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Stansted AirportSTNLarge Airport
Cambridge City AirportCBGMedium Airport
London Southend AirportSENMedium Airport
Norwich AirportNWIMedium Airport
RAF HoningtonBEQMedium Airport
RAF LakenheathLKZMedium Airport
RAF MarhamKNFMedium Airport
RAF MildenhallMHZMedium Airport
Wattisham Airfield-Medium Airport
Andrewsfield Aerodrome-Small Airport
Audley End Airfield-Small Airport
Barling Airfield-Small Airport
Barnards Farm-Small Airport
Beccles Airfield-Small Airport
Bedwell Hey Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bensons Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Blooms 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
Bury Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Challock Airfield-Small Airport
Church Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Clacton Airfield-Small Airport
Clees Hall Airstrip-Small Airport
Crosbie Field UL-Small Airport
Crowfield Airfield-Small Airport
Cuckoo Tye Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Damyns Hall Aerodrome-Small Airport
Debach Airfield-Small Airport
Earls Colne Airfield-Small Airport
Elmsett Airfield-Small Airport
Exning Airstrip-Small Airport
Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Fir Grove Airstrip-Small Airport
Frinsted Airstrip-Small Airport
Gerpins Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Great Ashfield Airstrip-Small Airport
Great Friars Thornes Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Great Oakley Airfield-Small Airport
Grove Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Grove Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
High Easter Airfield-Small Airport
Hinderclay Meadows Airfield-Small Airport
Horham Airstrip-Small Airport
Horsey Island Airfield-Small Airport
Jenkins Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kimberley Hall Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Boxted

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Langham Post Office

Treatment Centers in Boxted

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Open Road

Churches & Religious Organizations in Boxted

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Peters, Boxted

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 Boxted

What is the population of Boxted?

Boxted has a population of 1,004 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 133.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Boxted 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 Boxted?

Boxted 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 63°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Boxted?

Boxted 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 91 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Boxted?

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

How are the schools in Boxted?

50.0% of adults in Boxted 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 Boxted?

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

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