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Chartham, United Kingdom
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Chartham is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,836. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chartham
Chartham is a village and civil parish in the Canterbury district of Kent, England. It is situated on the Ashford side of the city, and is in the North Downs area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, 2.3 mi (4 km) south west of Canterbury, England. The Great Stour Way path passes through the village. A paper mill in the village that had specialised in the production of tracing paper since 1938 has in 2022 closed down. There are numerous arable farms and orchards in the parish. The village has an unstaffed station, Chartham, and has recently upgraded its staffed level crossing to an automatic barrier. It has an outlying locality sharing in many of the community resources, Chartham Hatch.
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| Population | 2,836 |
| Population Density | 352 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.2562°, 1.0184° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.9 inches (658 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $47,856 |
| Median Age | 41.2 years |
About Chartham
Chartham is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,836. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Chartham vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Chartham vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,856 |
| 36% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $47,856 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $920 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.3% |
| 103% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 258 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 46.3% |
| Public Transit | 5.4% |
| Work from Home | 30.4% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $446,259 |
| 58% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,196 |
| 3% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 34.3% |
| Housing Units | 1,134 |
Property Tax
Climate in Chartham
Chartham has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (18°C), the coldest is Jan (5.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 604 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.8°F |
| 8% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Area | 8.1 sq mi (20.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 352/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.2562°N, 1.0184°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 48 km |
| 1911 | FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND | Meteorological | 0.9 m | - | 23 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.9 in | Wettest |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in |
Chartham has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 40°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.6").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 33.1% |
| 2% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 54.8% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 352/sq mi |
| Total Area | 8.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 46.3% |
| Public Transit | 5.4% |
| Work from Home | 30.4% |
Schools in Chartham
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petham Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Chartham Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hope View School | - | - | - | - |
| New School Canterbury | - | - | - | - |
| St. Mary's Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Chartham
23 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Street Sounds Radio | dance, disco | MP3 | |
| Radio Caroline Flashback | 60s, 70s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| DnB Liquified | liquid dnb | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Essex | contemporary hits radio, pop | MP3 | |
| BBC Essex | - | UNKNOWN | |
| Big L 2 | 70's, 80's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EKR Retro Rock | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Majestic Jukebox Radio | 60s, 70s | AAC+ 16 kbps | |
| Radio Jupiter | adult contemporary, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Caroline North | - | AAC+ 52 kbps | |
| Zero Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| The Voice Of Doom | death metal, doom metal | AAC 320 kbps | |
| NanoRadio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Caroline Flashback | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Sheppey FM 92.2 | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Kori The Pom Radio | drum & bass, edm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Stomp Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radioalfa2 | classic hits | MP3 | |
| Colin Mogagabe | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| TGM GOSPEL RADIO | gospel | MP3 320 kbps | |
| DCR104.9 FM | community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 105.9 Academy FM (Folkestone) | - | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| White Cliffs Radio | - | MP3 |
Museums in Chartham
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashford Borough Museum | ||||
| Brenzett Aeronautical Museum | ||||
| Canterbury Roman Museum | ||||
| Eastchurch Aviation Museum | ||||
| Eastchurch Aviation Museum | ||||
| Fleur de Lis Heritage Centre | ||||
| Folkestone Museum | ||||
| Folkestone's Fishing Heritage And History Museum | ||||
| Godmersham Heritage Centre | ||||
| Grand Jury Museum | ||||
| Herne Bay Historical Records Society Heritage Centre | ||||
| Hythe Town Museum | ||||
| Kent Battle of Britain Museum | ||||
| Kent Museum of Freemasonry | ||||
| Marlowe's Ghost | ||||
| Minster Abbey Gatehouse Museum | ||||
| Railway Museum | ||||
| Romney Marsh Wartime Collection | ||||
| St Augustine’s Abbey | ||||
| The Agricultural Museum | ||||
| The Beaney House of Art and Knowledge | ||||
| The Marlowe Kit | ||||
| The Seaside Museum | ||||
| The Wing | ||||
| Whitstable Museum and Gallery |
Libraries in Chartham
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augustine House | 0.0 | |||||
| Aylesham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Boughton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Canterbury Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Charing Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cheriton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Faversham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Folkestone Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Folkestone Library (CURRENTLY CLOSED) | 0.0 | |||||
| Herne Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hythe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Learning Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Lyminge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Minster-in-Sheppey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Reception and LRC | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandgate Library & Parish Council | 0.0 | |||||
| School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sturry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Swalecliffe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Templeman Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Stanhope Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitstable Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wood Avenue Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wye Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chartham
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Farmers Market | |||||
| Herne Bay Market | |||||
| Herne Bay Market | |||||
| Kingfisher Blinds | |||||
| Leysdown Market | |||||
| Petticoat Lane Emporium | |||||
| The Goods Shed | |||||
| The Goods Yard |
Hotels in Chartham
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chartham
2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Chartham
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Chartham
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Chartham
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Chartham
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Chartham
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curious Brewing | ||||
| Floc | ||||
| Goody Ales | ||||
| Hop Fuzz Brewery | ||||
| Hopdaemon Brewery | ||||
| Mad Cat Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Chartham
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Chartham
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chatham Ski & Snowboard Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Chartham
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Le Touquet-Côte d'Opale Airport | LTQ | Medium Airport |
| London Southend Airport | SEN | Medium Airport |
| Lydd London Ashford Airport | LYX | Medium Airport |
| Acton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Andrewsfield Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Barling Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Barnards Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Bensons Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blooms Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bonnington Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Boulogne-sur-Mer - Alprech Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Bury Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chalksole Green Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Challock Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Channel Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Churchlands Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clacton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Clees Hall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clipgate Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Earls Colne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Egerton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fridd Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Frinsted 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 |
| Horsey Island Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Inglenook Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Laddingford Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Lamberhurst Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lamberhurst Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Little Engeham Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Little Robhurst Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lodge Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lukesfield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Meadow Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Napps Field Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nayland Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Norwood Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Old Hay Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Pent Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rankins Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Rayne Hall Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Retreat Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ripple Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rochester Airport | RCS | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Chartham
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Chartham Post Office | |
| Chilham Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chartham
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints, Petham | |
| Chartham Cemetery | |
| Old Wives Lees Methodist Church | |
| St Mary's Church | |
| St Mary's, Chilham |
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What is the population of Chartham?
Chartham has a population of 2,836 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 352 people per square mile, spread across 8.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 52% female and 48% male.
Is Chartham expensive to live in?
The median household income is $47,856, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $446,259 (58% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,196 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Chartham?
Chartham has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.9 inches.
How is the job market in Chartham?
The unemployment rate in Chartham is 7.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $920. There are 258 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Chartham?
The median home value in Chartham is $446,259. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,196. The homeownership rate is 65.7%.
How are the schools in Chartham?
33.1% of adults in Chartham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 54.8% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Chartham?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Chartham is 7.1% White, 1.5% Black or African American, 6.3% Asian. 93.6% of residents speak only English at home. 3.9% of the population are military veterans. 5.1% of residents have a disability.