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Detling, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Detling is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 658. Elevation: 358 ft (109 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
658 Population 67/sq mi density
358 ft Elevation 109 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
31.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$48,503 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$48,503 median income, 4.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.3 / 5.0
$456,910 home value, $1,213/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population658
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density67/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 8%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,503
Per Capita$48,503
Unemployment4.3%

Housing

F
Home Value$456,910
Rent$1,213
Ownership69.3%
Housing Units263

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation358 ft (109 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+47.5%

Community

Population658
Population Density67 / sq mi
Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Coordinates51.2946°, 0.5699°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation31.0 inches (788 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.4 inches (9 cm)
Median Household Income$48,503
Median Age41.3 years

About Detling

Detling is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 658. The city sits at an elevation of 358 feet (109 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Detling has a population of 658 with a density of 67 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (7.9%), with 1.3% Black, 6.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.7% of residents. 4.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 4.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

658
Total Population
67
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above United Kingdom avg
9.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.7%
17% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 8.3%

Social Characteristics

Detling vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Detling is $48,503, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,503 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $933, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 60 business establishments. 31.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Detling vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,503
35% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$48,503
Avg Weekly Wage$933

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)60

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone50.1%
Public Transit4.5%
Work from Home31.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Detling is $456,910, 62% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,213 (4% above the national average of $1,163). 69.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 263 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$456,910
62% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,213
4% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.3%
Owner-Occupied69.3%
Renter-Occupied30.7%
Housing Units263

Property Tax

Detling experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches. The area receives 3.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 358 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Geography

Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Area9.8 sq mi (25.5 km²)
Population Density67/sq mi
Coordinates51.2946°N, 0.5699°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.0"
18% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 3.4"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.87"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

37 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.3 on Feb 27, 2019.

Oct 6, 1999 34 km NNW of Fécamp, France M4.6 139 km
Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 39 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 122 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 115 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SSE of Longfossé, France M4.0 115 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 92 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 99 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 60 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 47 km
Jan 27, 1992 6 km SSE of Longfossé, France M3.5 118 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 132 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 117 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 61 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 98 km
Jul 2, 2001 3 km NNE of Oostduinkerke, Belgium M3.1 149 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 95 km
Aug 26, 2002 40 km NNW of Étretat, France M3.0 145 km
May 1, 1997 21 km W of Fort-Mahon-Plage, France M3.0 118 km
Mar 28, 1996 67 km ESE of Aldeburgh, United Kingdom M3.0 148 km
Nov 5, 1994 5 km N of Debenham, United Kingdom M3.0 117 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 — 78 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m — 52 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.8 in
February 40°F (4°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.8 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.8 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.8 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.5 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.8 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.9 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in

Detling has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 40°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.7").

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29.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 11% below the national average of 33.7%. 47.5% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.9%
11% below United Kingdom avg
High School+47.5%
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density67/sq mi
Total Area9.8 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone50.1%
Public Transit4.5%
Work from Home31.1%

Schools in Detling

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Deanwood Primary School — — — —
Roseacre Junior School — — — —
Thurnham Church of England Infant School — — — —
Leigh Academy Snowfields — — — —
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Radio Stations near Detling

41 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Talk Radio (UK) curent affairs, politics AAC+ 32 kbps
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
Absolute Radio 80s 80s AAC 128 kbps
Greatest Hits Radio 60s greatest hits AAC+ 48 kbps
Big L 2 70's, 80's MP3 128 kbps
Greatest Hits Radio (Essex) 70's, 80's AAC+ 48 kbps
More Radio Eastbourne hits, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
Forest Gold classic hits, golden oldies AAC 128 kbps
Classic Hits Forest Radio 1950s, 1960s AAC 128 kbps
Radio Caroline North — AAC+ 52 kbps
Lyca Radio — MP3 192 kbps
Retro Mix Radio 70s, 80s AAC+ 48 kbps
The Voice Of Doom death metal, doom metal AAC 320 kbps
Hailsham FM local radio MP3 128 kbps
Zero Radio — MP3 128 kbps
Lifestyle Radio UK country, pop MP3 192 kbps
West Kent Radio — MP3 170 kbps
Colin Mogagabe — MP3 128 kbps
Oldskool UK dnb, hardcore MP3 128 kbps
Conquest Hospital Radio — MP3 160 kbps
City Sound pop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Caroline Flashback — MP3 128 kbps
Sheppey FM 92.2 — MP3 256 kbps
White Cliffs Radio — MP3
Power Ace Radio afrobeats, easy listening MP3 128 kbps
Chelmsford Community Radio independent MP3 128 kbps
TGM GOSPEL RADIO gospel MP3 320 kbps
GlitterBeam Radio — MP3 128 kbps
Stomp Radio — MP3 128 kbps
Phoenix FM community radio MP3 128 kbps
Homemade Radio adult contemporary, blues MP3 320 kbps
Kori The Pom Radio drum & bass, edm MP3 128 kbps
GlitterBeam Italia lgbt, lgbtqia+ MP3 192 kbps
Radioalfa2 classic hits MP3
Hospital Radio Chelmsford — MP3 128 kbps
Slim Radio deep house, disco MP3 320 kbps
NanoRadio — MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Detling

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Canvey Island Heritage Centre Museum
Cart and Wagon Shed
Castle Point Transport Museum
Clifftown Telephone Museum
Cold War Bunker
Colonel Stephens Railway Museum
Cranbrook Museum
Dog collar museum
Dutch Cottage Museum
Essex Fire Museum
Exhibition and Model Railway
Guildhall Museum
Lashenden Air Warfare Museum
Leigh Heritage Centre
Maidstone Museum
Milton Chantry
Minster Abbey Gatehouse Museum
Museum of Carriages
Queenborough Guildhall Museum
Queens Own Royal West Kent Regiment Museum
Royal Engineers Museum
Sittingbourne Heritage Museum
Southchurch Hall
Southend Central Museum
Southend Pier Museum
Southend Pier Museum
Tenterden District Museum
The Bay Museum
The C.M Booth Collection
The South East Romany Museum
Thurrock Museum
Woodchurch Museum

Libraries in Detling

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Allington Library0.0
Bearsted Library0.0
Blackshots Library0.0
Canvey Island Library0.0
Chadwell Library0.0
Charing Library0.0
Chatham Library & Community Hub0.0
Coldharbour Library0.0
Corringham Library0.0
Coxheath Library0.0
Cuxton Library0.0
Dashwood Library0.0
Drill Hall Library Block A0.0
Drill Hall Library Block B0.0
Drill Hall Library Block C0.0
East Peckham Library0.0
East Tilbury Library0.0
Gillingham Library0.0
Grain Library, Community and Learning Centre0.0
Grain Library, Community and Learning Centre0.0
Gravesend Library and Information0.0
Grays Library0.0
Hawkhurst Library0.0
Headcorn Library0.0
Hempstead Public Library0.0
Higham Library0.0
Hoo Library0.0
Hoo Library0.0
Kent History and Library Centre0.0
Kings Farm Library0.0
Larkfield Library0.0
Leigh Library0.0
Lenham Library0.0
Lordswood Library0.0
Luton Library0.0
Marden Library0.0
Marling Cross Library0.0
Medway Archives Centre0.0
Meopham Library0.0
Minster-in-Sheppey Library0.0
Paddock Wood Library0.0
Pembury Library0.0
Queenborough Library0.0
Rainham Library0.0
Resource Centre0.0
Riverview Park Library0.0
Rochester Community Hub0.0
Sheerness Library0.0
Shepway Library0.0
Sittingbourne Library0.0
Southchurch Library0.0
Stanford-le-Hope Library0.0
Staplehurst Library0.0
Strood Library & Community Hub0.0
Tenterden Library0.0
The Thomas Aveling School and Community Library0.0
Thorpedene Library0.0
Tilbury Library0.0
Twydall Library0.0
Vigo Library0.0
Wadhurst Library0.0
Walderslade Hook Meadow Library0.0
Walderslade Village Library0.0
West Malling Library0.0
Wigmore Library0.0
Yalding Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Detling

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Boot Sale
Rochester Christmas Market

Hotels in Detling

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Days Inn
Tudor Park Hotel

Restaurants in Detling

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fish on the Green

Cafes in Detling

9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bricks Coffee House
Costa
Costa
Costa
Costa
Costa Drive Thru
Detling Diner
Fed on the Green
M&S Café

Veterinaries in Detling

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bearsted Veterinary Surgery

Train Stations in Detling

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bearsted

Gas Stations in Detling

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso
GB #1410428211
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Shell
Shell
Shell Highland

Shopping Malls in Detling

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Newnham Court Shopping Village

Gyms in Detling

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Marriot Leisure
Orida Health

Golf Courses in Detling

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bearsted Golf Club
Tudor Park Country Club

Breweries in Detling

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brumaison Beer
Goachers Brewery
Hopdaemon Brewery
Iron Pier Brewery
Kent Brewey
Nelson Brewery
Old Dairy Brewery
Tonbridge Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Detling

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Ski Resorts Near Detling

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Detling

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Stansted AirportSTNLarge Airport
London Biggin Hill AirportBQHMedium Airport
London City AirportLCYMedium Airport
London Southend AirportSENMedium Airport
Lydd London Ashford AirportLYXMedium Airport
Acton Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Andrewsfield Aerodrome—Small Airport
Audley End Airfield—Small Airport
Barcombe-North Airstrip—Small Airport
Barling Airfield—Small Airport
Barnards Farm—Small Airport
Benington Airfield—Small Airport
Bensons Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Blooms Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Bonnington Airstrip—Small Airport
Bradleys Lawn Airstrip—Small Airport
Bury Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Chalksole Green Airstrip—Small Airport
Challock Airfield—Small Airport
Channel Gliding Club—Small Airport
Chelworth House Airstrip—Small Airport
Chipstead Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Churchlands Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Clacton Airfield—Small Airport
Clees Hall Airstrip—Small Airport
Clipgate Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Cottered Airstrip—Small Airport
Crockham Hill Airfield—Small Airport
Crosbie Field UL—Small Airport
Damyns Hall Aerodrome—Small Airport
Danehill Airstrip—Small Airport
Deanland Lewes Airfield—Small Airport
Dysons Osiers Airstrip—Small Airport
Earls Colne Airfield—Small Airport
East Haxted Farm Airfield—Small Airport
Egerton Airfield—Small Airport
Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm Airfield—Small Airport
Fridd Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Frinsted Airstrip—Small Airport
Gerpins Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Great Oakley Airfield—Small Airport
Hamilton Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Harringe Court Airfield—Small Airport
Headcorn Aerodrome—Small Airport
High Cross Airstrip—Small Airport
High Easter Airfield—Small Airport
Homefield Farm / Edenbridge Airstrip—Small Airport
Horsey Island Airfield—Small Airport
Hunsdon Airfield—Small Airport
Inglenook Farm Airstrip—Small Airport

Post Offices in Detling

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Grove Green Post Office

Treatment Centers in Detling

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Blackberry Clinic
Hey Baby
Thorpdene clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Detling

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of St. Margaret (Hucking)
Holy Cross Church
St Martin of Tours, Detling
St Mary the Virgin
St Peter
St. Peter's Church, Bredhurst

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 Detling

What is the population of Detling?

Detling has a population of 658 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 67 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Detling expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,503, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $456,910 (62% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,213 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Detling?

Detling has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 31.0 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Detling?

Detling has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $933. There are 60 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Detling?

The median home value in Detling is $456,910. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,213. The homeownership rate is 69.3%.

How are the schools in Detling?

29.9% of adults in Detling hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 47.5% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Detling?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Detling is 7.9% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 6.5% Asian. 91.7% of residents speak only English at home. 4.0% of the population are military veterans. 4.3% of residents have a disability.

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