Cranwell, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Cranwell is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,372. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Cranwell
Cranwell is a village in the civil parish of Cranwell, Brauncewell and Byard's Leap, in the North Kesteven district of Lincolnshire, England. It is situated approximately 3 miles (5 km) north-west from Sleaford and 14 miles (23 km) south-east from Lincoln. The principal through road, the B1429 between the A15 to the east and the A17 to the west, joins the village to RAF Cranwell. The appropriate civil parish is called Cranwell, Brauncewell and Byard's Leap with a population of 2,827 at the 2011 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,372 |
| Population Density | 3 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.0368°, -0.4618° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.0 inches (941 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.4 inches (14 cm) |
About Cranwell
Cranwell is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,372. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet (51 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Climate in Cranwell
Cranwell has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.1°C), the coldest is Jan (4.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 613 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Area | 398.2 sq mi (1,031.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 3/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.0368°N, 0.4618°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.7 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | Wettest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.1 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 2.1 in |
Cranwell has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.8 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.2") and February the driest (1.5").
Schools in Cranwell
2 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cranwell Primary School (Foundation) | - | - | - | - |
| Rauceby Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Cranwell
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boomerang Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Magna Radio | classic hits, hits | MP3 | |
| Lincs Sound | 00s, 10s | UNKNOWN | |
| Heart Peterborough | charts, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rutland and Stamford Sound | - | MP3 | |
| 103 The Eye | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Newark | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Magna Mix | classic hits, hits | MP3 | |
| Heckington Living Community Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Cranwell
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chadwick Centre | ||||
| Cranwell Aviation Heritage Centre | ||||
| Grantham Museum | ||||
| Lincoln Museum | ||||
| Lincolnshire Road Transport Museum | ||||
| Metheringham Airfield Visitor Centre | ||||
| Mrs Smith's Cottage | ||||
| Museum of Lincolnshire Life | ||||
| North Ings Farm Museum | ||||
| RAF Waddington Heritage Centre | ||||
| Sector Operations Room Museum | ||||
| Skellingthorpe Heritage Room | ||||
| Sleaford Museum | ||||
| Victorian Prison | ||||
| Woolsthorpe Manor (Isaac Newton's Birthplace) |
Libraries in Cranwell
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birchwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Boultham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bracebridge Heath Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bracebridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cherry Willingham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Grantham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Great Central Warehouse Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lincoln Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nettleham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Post Office and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ruskington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sleaford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodhall Spa Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Cranwell
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cornhill Market |
Restaurants in Cranwell
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Cranwell
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Cranwell
2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Cranwell
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Cranwell
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Cranwell
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Cranwell
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Sail Brewery | ||||
| Ferry Ales |
Stadiums & Teams in Cranwell
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Cranwell
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Humberside Airport | HUY | Medium Airport |
| Nottingham City Airport | NQT | Medium Airport |
| RAF Barkston Heath | - | Medium Airport |
| RAF Coningsby | QCY | Medium Airport |
| RAF Cranwell | - | Medium Airport |
| RAF Waddington | WTN | Medium Airport |
| RAF Wittering | - | Medium Airport |
| (Duplicete)East Kirkby Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Acthorpe Top Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ashley's Field Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Askern Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bakersfield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bankwood Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Barnfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bedwell Hey Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Beeches Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bitteswell Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Black Spring Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blackmoor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Boston Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Bridge Cottage Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brookfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brooklands Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bruntingthorpe Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Bucknall Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Burn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cadwell Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Caunton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Chatteris Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cliffe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coldharbour Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cottage Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cowbit Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Croft Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crowland Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Cuxwold Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Dalkeith Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Darlton Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Decoy Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Deenethorpe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Drayton Home Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| East Kirkby Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Eastfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fen End Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fenland Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Finningley Village Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Forwood Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Furze Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grange Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Cranwell
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Cranwell Post Office | |
| Cranwell Post Office & The Willows Country Store |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Cranwell
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints | |
| Saint Andrew's | |
| St Andrew's Church | |
| St Michael and All Angels' Church | |
| St Peter's Church | |
| St. Peter |
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What is the population of Cranwell?
Cranwell has a population of 1,372 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 398.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Cranwell?
Cranwell has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 37.0 inches, with 5.4 inches of snow.
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