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Diss, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Diss is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 10,734. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
10,734 Population 5,236/sq mi density
102 ft Elevation 31 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
35.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$50,086 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$50,086 median income, 3.3% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$410,600 home value, $1,252/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population10,734
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density5,236/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,086
Per Capita$50,086
Unemployment3.3%

Housing

C
Home Value$410,600
Rent$1,252
Ownership74.4%
Housing Units4,294

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation102 ft (31 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.0%
High School+49.4%

Community

Population10,734
Population Density5,236 / sq mi
Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Coordinates52.3768°, 1.1091°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (895 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.2 inches (6 cm)
Median Household Income$50,086
Median Age46.4 years

About Diss

Diss is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 10,734. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet (31 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Diss has a population of 10,734 with a density of 5,236 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (3.6%), with 2.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.8% of residents. 4.8% of the population are veterans. 4.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

10,734
Total Population
5,236
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above United Kingdom avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.8%
23% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 3.2%

Social Characteristics

Diss vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Diss is $50,086, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,086 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $963, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 977 business establishments. 31.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Diss vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$50,086
33% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$50,086
Avg Weekly Wage$963

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)977

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.9%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home31.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Diss is $410,600, 46% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,252 (8% above the national average of $1,163). 74.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,294 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$410,600
46% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,252
8% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.4%
Owner-Occupied74.4%
Renter-Occupied25.6%
Housing Units4,294

Property Tax

Climate in Diss

Diss has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.2°C), the coldest is Jan (4.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 627 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.1°C / 39°F 1.7° / 6.6° 48.2
Feb 4.4°C / 40°F 1.6° / 7.3° 44.5
Mar 6.6°C / 44°F 3° / 10.1° 38.4
Apr 9°C / 48°F 4.5° / 13.4° 39.3
May 12°C / 54°F 7.4° / 16.6° 49.7
Jun 14.8°C / 59°F 10.2° / 19.5° 51.5
Jul 17.2°C / 63°F 12.4° / 22.1° 56.6
Aug 17.2°C / 63°F 12.5° / 22° 62.0
Sep 14.6°C / 58°F 10.3° / 18.8° 52.0
Oct 11°C / 52°F 7.8° / 14.3° 65.4
Nov 7.2°C / 45°F 4.5° / 9.9° 62.7
Dec 4.6°C / 40°F 2.3° / 7° 56.3
Diss experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. The area receives 2.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Geography

Elevation102 ft (31 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density5,236/sq mi
Coordinates52.3768°N, 1.1091°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.2"
7% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 2.2"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.52"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Sep 22, 2015.

Feb 27, 2008 1 km NNE of Market Rasen, United Kingdom M4.8 150 km
Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 144 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 18 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 143 km
May 16, 1998 45 km ENE of Hemsby, United Kingdom M4.2 98 km
Aug 6, 2015 59 km ENE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M4.2 114 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 107 km
Dec 21, 2000 38 km NNE of Cromer, United Kingdom M4.0 100 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 95 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 130 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 121 km
May 2, 1995 51 km NE of Hemsby, United Kingdom M3.7 104 km
Sep 20, 1994 55 km NE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M3.6 114 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 130 km
Sep 27, 2003 North Sea M3.5 126 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 140 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 82 km
Aug 12, 2005 82 km NE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M3.4 140 km
Jan 30, 2002 25 km NNE of Sheringham, United Kingdom M3.4 89 km
Jul 16, 2007 91 km NE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M3.3 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.9 m (3 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m - 142 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.8 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.3 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.5 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in

Diss has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.5").

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32.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 5% below the national average of 33.7%. 49.4% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.0%
5% below United Kingdom avg
High School+49.4%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density5,236/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.9%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home31.5%

Schools in Diss

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Diss Infant Academy and Nursery - - - -
Diss Church of England Junior Academy - - - -
Roydon Primary School - - - -
Diss High School - - - -
Bressingham Primary School - - - -
Palgrave Church of England Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Diss

12 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
The Mix Radio 80s 1980s, 80s MP3 256 kbps
ABC Oldies Radio - MP3 320 kbps
YellowTealPurple ambient, electronic OGG 65535 kbps
FunkURadio 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
Hardrock Hell - MP3 192 kbps
BFBS Colchester - AAC+ 64 kbps
Alpha Wave Radio - MP3 320 kbps
Park Radio community, diss MP3 96 kbps
FUNKERFM world music AAC+ 128 kbps
Hospital Radio Norwich classical, comedy MP3 96 kbps
Future Radio alternative, community MP3 128 kbps
Amber Radio (Norwich)128k AAC - AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in Diss

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
453rd Bomb Group Museum
493rd Bomb Group Museum
95th Bomb Group Memorial Hospital
95th Bomb Group Red Feather Club
Cotton Mechanical Music Museum & Bygones
Diss Museum
Dragon Hall
Forncett Steam Museum
Haughley Green Air Raid Shelter
King George's Hall & Museum
Mid Suffolk Light Railway
Mid Suffolk Light Railway Museum
Norfolk Tank Museum
The 100th Bomb Group Memorial Museum
The Food Museum
Woolpit & District Museum
Wymondham Heritage Museum

Libraries in Diss

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Attleborough Library0.0
Diss Library0.0
Earlham Library0.0
Eccles School Library0.0
Elmswell Memorial Library0.0
Eye Library0.0
Framlingham Library0.0
Harleston Library0.0
Hethersett Library0.0
Hingham Library0.0
Long Stratton Library0.0
Needham Market Library0.0
Poringland Library0.0
Stowmarket Library0.0
Stradbroke Library0.0
Tuckswood Library0.0
UEA Library0.0
Wymondham Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Diss

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Arminghall Carboot
Attleborough Market
Banham Car Boot
Farmers' Market
Framlingham Market
Snetterton Sunday Market
Woolpit Sunday Market

Restaurants in Diss

10 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amandines Café Restaurant
Cappadocia
Happy Palace
Hong Xin
Mr Chips
On The Hill
Pizza Plus
Pizzeria Buongiorno
Singtong
Spice Cottage

Cafes in Diss

20 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Angel Cafe
Angela's Coffee Lounge
Cafe 1857
Café Délices
Coffee Link
Costa
Cuppa
D's Coffee House
Diss Coffee Shop & Little Deli
Diss Publishing Bookshop & Cafe
Flour and Bean
JAFCAF
Morrisons Cafe
Steam Museum Cafe
Take Five
The Corn Hall Cafe
The Gardener’s Retreat
Time Out Coffee
Waffle Town
Zoe's Kitchen

Theatres in Diss

1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Corn Hall

Dentists in Diss

5 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bupa Dental Care
DentaBrite Clinic
Diss Dental Care Centre
Diss Dental Health Centre
Fair Green Dental Practice

Veterinaries in Diss

4 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cherry Tree Vets
Linden House Veterinary Centre
Uplands Way Veterinary Clinic
Vet3 Equine Care

Train Stations in Diss

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Diss

Bus Stations in Diss

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Diss Bus Station

Gas Stations in Diss

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Diss Shell
Morrisons
Roydon Service Station

Banks in Diss

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

HSBC UK
Nationwide
Yorkshire Building Society

Shopping Malls in Diss

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

No 8 Marketplace

Gyms in Diss

4 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Diss Fit Club
Diss Swim Centre
Heywood Sports & Fitness
PureGym

Breweries in Diss

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bruha Brewery
Burnt Mill Brewery
Calvors Brewery
Drinkstone Ales
Earl Soham & Cliff Quay Brewery
Earl Soham Brewery
Humber Doucy Brewing Co
Old Chimneys Brewery
Shortts Farm Brewery
Wolf Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Diss

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Airports Near Diss

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Norwich AirportNWIMedium Airport
RAF HoningtonBEQMedium Airport
RAF LakenheathLKZMedium Airport
RAF MarhamKNFMedium Airport
RAF MildenhallMHZMedium Airport
Wattisham Airfield-Medium Airport
Andrewsfield Aerodrome-Small Airport
Beccles Airfield-Small Airport
Blooms 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
Clacton Airfield-Small Airport
Clees Hall Airstrip-Small Airport
Crosbie Field UL-Small Airport
Crowfield Airfield-Small Airport
Cuckoo Tye Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Debach Airfield-Small Airport
Earls Colne Airfield-Small Airport
East Winch Airstrip-Small Airport
Elmsett Airfield-Small Airport
Exning Airstrip-Small Airport
Felthorpe Airfield-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
Great Oakley Airfield-Small Airport
Great Yarmouth - North Denes Airport-Small Airport
Green Lane Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Grove Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Grove Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Gunton Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Hinderclay Meadows Airfield-Small Airport
Holly Hill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Horham Airstrip-Small Airport
Horsey Island Airfield-Small Airport
Ivy Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kimberley Hall 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

Post Offices in Diss

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Diss Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Diss

16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bressingham Methodist Church
Denmark Street Gospel Hall
Diss Baptist Church
Diss Friends Meeting House
Diss Methodist Church
Diss United Reformed Church
Hope Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Saint Andrew's
Saint Henry Morse Catholic Church
Saint John the Baptist
Saint Mary the Virgin
Saint Peter, Palgrave
Saint Remigius
Salvation Amry, Diss Corps
St Mary, Wortham

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 Diss

What is the population of Diss?

Diss has a population of 10,734 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 5,236 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Diss expensive to live in?

The median household income is $50,086, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $410,600 (46% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,252 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Diss?

Diss has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Diss?

Diss has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $963. There are 977 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Diss?

The median home value in Diss is $410,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,252. The homeownership rate is 74.4%.

How are the schools in Diss?

32.0% of adults in Diss hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.4% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Diss?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Diss is 3.6% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 2.5% Asian. 96.8% of residents speak only English at home. 4.8% of the population are military veterans. 4.3% of residents have a disability.

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