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Burnham-on-Crouch, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Burnham-on-Crouch is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 7,561. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
7,561 Population 47/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
20.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$55,099 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$55,099 median income, 4.1% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$491,226 home value, $1,377/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Burnham-on-Crouch

Burnham-on-Crouch

Burnham-on-Crouch is a town and civil parish in the Maldon District of Essex, in the East of England; it lies on the north bank of the River Crouch. It is one of Britain's leading places for yachting.

People

Population7,561
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density47/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,099
Per Capita$55,099
Unemployment4.1%

Housing

D
Home Value$491,226
Rent$1,377
Ownership77.0%
Housing Units3,024

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain20.4 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+43.1%

Community

Population7,561
Population Density47 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates51.6327°, 0.8149°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation20.4 inches (519 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$55,099
Median Age48.5 years

About Burnham-on-Crouch

Burnham-on-Crouch is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 7,561. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 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 20.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Burnham-on-Crouch has a population of 7,561 with a density of 47 people per square mile, spread across 159.5 square miles. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.1% female and 48.9% male. The city is predominantly White (2.2%), with 1.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.3% of residents. 3.8% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 4.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

7,561
Total Population
47
People / sq mi
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above United Kingdom avg
159.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.3%
25% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 1.7%

Social Characteristics

Burnham-on-Crouch vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Burnham-on-Crouch is $55,099, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,099 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,060, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 688 business establishments. 31.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Burnham-on-Crouch vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$55,099
27% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$55,099
Avg Weekly Wage$1,060

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)688

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.0%
Public Transit3.0%
Work from Home31.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Burnham-on-Crouch is $491,226, 74% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,377 (18% above the national average of $1,163). 77.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,024 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$491,226
74% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,377
18% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.0%
Owner-Occupied77.0%
Renter-Occupied23.0%
Housing Units3,024

Property Tax

Burnham-on-Crouch 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 299 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 20.4 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area159.5 sq mi (413.1 km²)
Population Density47/sq mi
Coordinates51.6327°N, 0.8149°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 20.4"
46% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.09"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.18"

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 62 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 83 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 91 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SSE of Longfossé, France M4.0 132 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 67 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 129 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 57 km
Jan 27, 1992 6 km SSE of Longfossé, France M3.5 135 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 63 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 106 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 90 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 127 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 103 km
Jul 2, 2001 3 km NNE of Oostduinkerke, Belgium M3.1 142 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 99 km
Nov 5, 1994 5 km N of Debenham, United Kingdom M3.0 75 km
May 1, 1997 21 km W of Fort-Mahon-Plage, France M3.0 148 km
Mar 28, 1996 67 km ESE of Aldeburgh, United Kingdom M3.0 118 km
Jan 1, 1995 2 km ESE of Halesworth, United Kingdom M2.9 93 km
Feb 15, 1994 4 km NNE of Banham, United Kingdom M2.9 97 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 — 87 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m — 66 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 1.8 in
February 40°F (5°C) 1.2 in Coldest, Driest
March 44°F (7°C) 1.5 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.3 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.5 in
June 59°F (15°C) 2.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in
August 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in Warmest
September 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.1 in Wettest
November 45°F (7°C) 2.1 in
December 42°F (5°C) 1.9 in

Burnham-on-Crouch has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 40°F in February to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 20.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.1") and February the driest (1.2").

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25.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 25% below the national average of 33.7%. 43.1% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below United Kingdom avg
High School+43.1%
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density47/sq mi
Total Area159.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.0%
Public Transit3.0%
Work from Home31.3%

Schools in Burnham-on-Crouch

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Burnham-on-Crouch Primary School — — — —
St. Mary's Church of England Primary School — — — —
Ormiston Rivers Academy — — — —
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Radio Stations near Burnham-on-Crouch

31 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Street Sounds Radio dance, disco MP3
Radio Caroline Flashback 60s, 70s MP3 128 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
EKR Retro Rock 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
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
Radio Jupiter adult contemporary, pop MP3 192 kbps
Alpha Wave Radio — MP3 320 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
Radio Caroline Flashback — MP3 128 kbps
TGM GOSPEL RADIO gospel MP3 320 kbps
Colin Mogagabe — MP3 128 kbps
FUNKERFM world music AAC+ 128 kbps
Homemade Radio adult contemporary, blues MP3 320 kbps
Radioalfa2 classic hits MP3
NanoRadio — MP3 192 kbps
City Sound pop MP3 128 kbps
GlitterBeam Italia lgbt, lgbtqia+ MP3 192 kbps
Sheppey FM 92.2 — MP3 256 kbps
Stomp Radio — MP3 128 kbps
Chelmsford Community Radio independent MP3 128 kbps
Hospital Radio Chelmsford — MP3 128 kbps
Kori The Pom Radio drum & bass, edm MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Burnham-on-Crouch

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Brightlingsea Museum
Burnham-on-Crouch and District Museum
Cart and Wagon Shed
Castle Point Transport Museum
Clifftown Telephone Museum
Coggeshall Museum
Combined Military Services Museum
East Essex Aviation Society and Museum (Martello Tower A)
Eastchurch Aviation Museum
Eastchurch Aviation Museum
Leigh Heritage Centre
Mangapp's Farm
Mersea Island Museum
Minster Abbey Gatehouse Museum
Museum in the Park
Prittlewell Priory
Queenborough Guildhall Museum
Radio Caroline Ross Revenge
RAF Bradwell Bay Preservation Group
Southchurch Hall
Southend Central Museum
Southend Pier Museum
Southend Pier Museum
Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome Museum
The Bay Museum
The Museum of Power
Tiptree Jam Museum

Libraries in Burnham-on-Crouch

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Albert Sloman Library0.0
Brightlingsea Library0.0
Burnham-on-Crouch Library0.0
Canvey Island Library0.0
Coggeshall Library0.0
Danbury Library0.0
Grain Library, Community and Learning Centre0.0
Grain Library, Community and Learning Centre0.0
Great Wakering Library0.0
Hadleigh Library0.0
Hatfield Peverel Library0.0
Hockley Library0.0
Hullbridge Library0.0
Kelvedon Library0.0
Kent Elms Library0.0
Leigh Library0.0
Maldon Library0.0
Minster-in-Sheppey Library0.0
Prettygate Library0.0
Queenborough Library0.0
Rayleigh Library0.0
Rochford Library0.0
Rochford Library0.0
Sheerness Library0.0
Silver End Library0.0
South Woodham Ferrers Library0.0
Southchurch Library0.0
Southminster Libary0.0
Thomas Plume's Library0.0
Thorpedene Library0.0
Tiptree Library0.0
West Mersea Library0.0
Westcliff Library0.0
Wickham Bishops Library0.0
Witham Library0.0
Wivenhoe Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Burnham-on-Crouch

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Coggeshall Market
Leysdown Market
Rayleigh Lanes

Hotels in Burnham-on-Crouch

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Creeksea Place Barns
The Clockwork Hotel
Ye Olde White Harte Hotel

Restaurants in Burnham-on-Crouch

10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bella's Italian Bistro
Bistro on the Quay
Curry Cottage
Dhan Shiri
Ruam Thai Restaurant
Sgt Peppers
Swallowtail Bar & Restaurant
The Kitchen
The Oyster Smack
The Polash

Cafes in Burnham-on-Crouch

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cabin Dairy Tea Rooms
Ground Coffee House
Kôfē
Parlour Cafe
Peaberries
Reds Bar and Kitchen
The Wardroom

Cinemas in Burnham-on-Crouch

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Rio

Clinics in Burnham-on-Crouch

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Burnham Clinic

Veterinaries in Burnham-on-Crouch

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Edgewood Vets

Train Stations in Burnham-on-Crouch

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Burnham-on-Crouch

Gas Stations in Burnham-on-Crouch

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Woodfords Garage

Golf Courses in Burnham-on-Crouch

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Burnham-on-Crouch Golf Club

Breweries in Burnham-on-Crouch

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Crouch Vale Brewery
Crouch Vale Brewery
Maldon Brewing Co
Mersea Island Brewery
Mighty Oak Brewing Co. Ltd
Red Fox Brewery
Wibblers Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Burnham-on-Crouch

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Ski Resorts Near Burnham-on-Crouch

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Burnham-on-Crouch

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Stansted AirportSTNLarge Airport
Cambridge City AirportCBGMedium Airport
London Southend AirportSENMedium Airport
Lydd London Ashford AirportLYXMedium Airport
RAF HoningtonBEQMedium Airport
RAF MildenhallMHZMedium Airport
Wattisham Airfield—Medium Airport
Acton Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Andrewsfield Aerodrome—Small Airport
Audley End Airfield—Small Airport
Barling Airfield—Small Airport
Barnards Farm—Small Airport
Bedwell Hey Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bensons Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Blooms Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bonnington Airstrip—Small Airport
Bradleys Lawn Airstrip—Small Airport
Brickwall Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Brown Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bury Farm Airstrip—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
Crockham Hill Airfield—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
Duxford Aerodrome—Small Airport
Earls Colne Airfield—Small Airport
Egerton Airfield—Small Airport
Elmsett Airfield—Small Airport
Exning Airstrip—Small Airport
Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm Airfield—Small Airport
Fen End Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Fridd Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Frinsted Airstrip—Small Airport
Gerpins Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Great Ashfield Airstrip—Small Airport
Great Oakley Airfield—Small Airport
Hamilton Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Harringe Court Airfield—Small Airport
Headcorn Aerodrome—Small Airport
High Easter Airfield—Small Airport
Hinderclay Meadows Airfield—Small Airport
Horham Airstrip—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Burnham-on-Crouch

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Blackberry Clinic
Hey Baby
Thorpdene clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Burnham-on-Crouch

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints, Creeksea
Burnham Baptist Church
Kingdom Hall
St Cuthberts Catholic Church
St Mary the Virgin, Burnham on Crouch
St Mary the Virgin, Foulness
United Reform Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Burnham-on-Crouch

What is the population of Burnham-on-Crouch?

Burnham-on-Crouch has a population of 7,561 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 47 people per square mile, spread across 159.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.

Is Burnham-on-Crouch expensive to live in?

The median household income is $55,099, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $491,226 (74% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,377 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Burnham-on-Crouch?

Burnham-on-Crouch 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 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 20.4 inches.

How is the job market in Burnham-on-Crouch?

Burnham-on-Crouch has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,060. There are 688 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Burnham-on-Crouch?

The median home value in Burnham-on-Crouch is $491,226. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,377. The homeownership rate is 77.0%.

How are the schools in Burnham-on-Crouch?

25.4% of adults in Burnham-on-Crouch hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.1% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Burnham-on-Crouch?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Burnham-on-Crouch is 2.2% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 1.4% Asian. 98.3% of residents speak only English at home. 3.8% of the population are military veterans. 4.8% of residents have a disability.

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