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Castle Acre, United Kingdom
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Castle Acre is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 848. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 848 |
| Population Density | 167 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.7046°, 0.6890° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.9 inches (708 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $46,780 |
| Median Age | 47.5 years |
About Castle Acre
Castle Acre is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 848. The city sits at an elevation of 161 feet (49 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Castle Acre vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Castle Acre vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,780 |
| 38% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,780 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $900 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 77 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 2.1% |
| Work from Home | 20.5% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $343,422 |
| 22% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,170 |
| 1% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 67.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.5% |
| Housing Units | 339 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.9°F |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Area | 5.1 sq mi (13.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 167/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.7046°N, 0.6890°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | Wettest |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 2.5 in |
Castle Acre has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.8") and April the driest (1.6").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.3% |
| 31% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 39.7% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 167/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 2.1% |
| Work from Home | 20.5% |
Schools in Castle Acre
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Acre Church of England Primary Academy | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Castle Acre
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIG BARN RADIO | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| HearMe - Love songs | love songs | MP3 | |
| Hospital Radio Colchester | — | MP3 | |
| Radio West Norfolk | — | MP3 160 kbps | |
| KL1 Radio | 60s to 90s | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Castle Acre
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum | ||||
| Fakenham Museum of Gas and Local History | ||||
| Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse | ||||
| Grimes Grave's Visitor Centre | ||||
| Holkham Stories Experience | ||||
| Hunstanton Heritage Centre | ||||
| Museum 4 Watton | ||||
| Narborough Museum & Heritage Centre | ||||
| Shirehall Museum and Abbey Grounds | ||||
| St Seraphim's Icon and Railway Heritage Museum | ||||
| Swaffham Heritage | ||||
| The House of Correction |
Libraries in Castle Acre
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dersingham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fakenham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Heacham Parish Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hunstanton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Marham Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Swaffham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Watton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wells Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Castle Acre
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Tree Car Boot | |||||
| Creake Abbey Courtyard | |||||
| Hunstanton Market | |||||
| Swaffham Market | |||||
| Watton Country Market |
Cafes in Castle Acre
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Castle Acre
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Castle Acre
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downham Cider and Tap Room | ||||
| Iceni Brewery | ||||
| Steam-Shed Brewing |
Airports Near Castle Acre
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge City Airport | CBG | Medium Airport |
| 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 |
| (Duplicete)East Kirkby Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Acthorpe Top Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Armshold Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ashley's Field Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Audley End Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Barnfield Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bedwell Hey Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Blooms Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Blue Tile Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Boughton North Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Brickwall Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Broadmarsh Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Brown Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Burnham Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Chatteris Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Clees Hall Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Coldharbour Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Croft Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Crosbie Field UL | — | Small Airport |
| Crowfield Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Cuckoo Tye Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Debach Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Duxford Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| East Kirkby Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| East Winch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Eastfield Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Elmsett Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Exning Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Felthorpe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Fen End Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fenland Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Fir Grove Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fowlmere Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Foxburrow Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Great Ashfield Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Great Friars Thornes Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Great Massingham Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Green Lane Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Grove Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gunton Park Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hall Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hinderclay Meadows Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Holly Hill Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Castle Acre
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Castle Acre Post Office | |
| West Acre Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Castle Acre
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints Church | |
| Saint Andrew | |
| Saint George | |
| Saint James | |
| Saint Mary | |
| Saint Mary's and All Saints Church | |
| Saint Nicholas |
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What is the population of Castle Acre?
Castle Acre has a population of 848 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 167 people per square mile, spread across 5.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.
Is Castle Acre expensive to live in?
The median household income is $46,780, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $343,422 (22% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,170 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Castle Acre?
Castle Acre has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.9 inches.
How is the job market in Castle Acre?
Castle Acre has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $900. There are 77 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Castle Acre?
The median home value in Castle Acre is $343,422. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,170. The homeownership rate is 67.5%.
How are the schools in Castle Acre?
23.3% of adults in Castle Acre hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 39.7% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Castle Acre?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Castle Acre is 6.8% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 2.3% Asian. 93.7% of residents speak only English at home. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 5.9% of residents have a disability.