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Colkirk, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Colkirk is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 588. Elevation: 266 ft (81 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 588 |
| Population Density | 144 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 266 ft (81 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.8007°, 0.8470° |
| 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 | 27.2 inches (690 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $43,687 |
| Median Age | 46.8 years |
About Colkirk
Colkirk is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 588. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet (81 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 27.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Colkirk vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Colkirk vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $43,687 |
| 42% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $43,687 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $840 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 54 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 59.7% |
| Public Transit | 1.5% |
| Work from Home | 21.9% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $345,878 |
| 23% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,092 |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 67.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.3% |
| Housing Units | 235 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.0°F |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 287 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 266 ft (81 m) |
| Area | 4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 144/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.8007°N, 0.8470°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 2.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 2.0 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 2.4 in |
Colkirk has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.7") and April the driest (1.6").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.1% |
| 31% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 40.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 144/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 59.7% |
| Public Transit | 1.5% |
| Work from Home | 21.9% |
Schools in Colkirk
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Raynham School | — | — | — | — |
| Colkirk Church of England Primary Academy | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Colkirk
8 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIG BARN RADIO | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hardrock Hell | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Hospital Radio Colchester | — | MP3 | |
| Hospital Radio Norwich | classical, comedy | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Future Radio | alternative, community | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Amber Radio (Norwich)128k AAC | — | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio West Norfolk | — | MP3 160 kbps | |
| KL1 Radio | 60s to 90s | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Colkirk
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum | ||||
| Fakenham Museum of Gas and Local History | ||||
| Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse | ||||
| Holkham Stories Experience | ||||
| Langham Dome | ||||
| Mid-Norfolk Railway Museum Room | ||||
| Museum 4 Watton | ||||
| Shirehall Museum and Abbey Grounds | ||||
| St Seraphim's Icon and Railway Heritage Museum | ||||
| Swaffham Heritage | ||||
| The House of Correction | ||||
| The Shell Museum |
Libraries in Colkirk
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dereham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fakenham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hingham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Holt Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Swaffham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Watton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wells Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Colkirk
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Tree Car Boot | |||||
| Creake Abbey Courtyard | |||||
| Swaffham Market | |||||
| Watton Country Market |
Gas Stations in Colkirk
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Colkirk
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steam-Shed Brewing |
Airports Near Colkirk
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 |
| Ashley's Field Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bedwell Hey 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 |
| Croft Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Crowfield Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Cuckoo Tye Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Debach Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Duxford Aerodrome | — | 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 |
| 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 |
| Green Lane Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Grove 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 |
| Horham Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ivy Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kimberley Hall Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kingfisher's Bridge Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Knettishall Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Langham Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Langmoor Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lark Engine Farmhouse Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Laurel Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lavenham Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Colkirk
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Whissonsett Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Colkirk
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints | |
| Saint Edmund | |
| Saint Margaret | |
| Saint Martin | |
| Saint Mary | |
| Saint Mary the Virgin | |
| Saint Mary the Virgin |
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What is the population of Colkirk?
Colkirk has a population of 588 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 144 people per square mile, spread across 4.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.
Is Colkirk expensive to live in?
The median household income is $43,687, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $345,878 (23% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,092 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Colkirk?
Colkirk 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 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.2 inches.
How is the job market in Colkirk?
Colkirk has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $840. There are 54 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Colkirk?
The median home value in Colkirk is $345,878. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,092. The homeownership rate is 67.8%.
How are the schools in Colkirk?
23.1% of adults in Colkirk hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.0% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Colkirk?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Colkirk is 7.7% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 1.4% Asian. 93.3% of residents speak only English at home. 6.4% of the population are military veterans. 5.5% of residents have a disability.