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Downham Market, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Downham Market is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 10,884. Elevation: 105 ft (32 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
10,884 Population 16/sq mi density
105 ft Elevation 32 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
23.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$46,780 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$46,780 median income, 4.4% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$343,422 home value, $1,170/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population10,884
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density16/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 7%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,780
Per Capita$46,780
Unemployment4.4%

Housing

C+
Home Value$343,422
Rent$1,170
Ownership67.5%
Housing Units4,354

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain23.9 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation105 ft (32 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+39.7%

Community

Population10,884
Population Density16 / sq mi
Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Coordinates52.6071°, 0.3838°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation23.9 inches (607 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$46,780
Median Age47.5 years

About Downham Market

Downham Market is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 10,884. The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet (32 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Downham Market has a population of 10,884 with a density of 16 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (6.8%), with 2.3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.7% of residents. 5.6% of the population are veterans. 5.9% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

10,884
Total Population
16
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above United Kingdom avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.7%
19% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 6.3%

Social Characteristics

Downham Market vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Downham Market is $46,780, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,780 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $900, 37% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 990 business establishments. 20.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Downham Market vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$46,780
38% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$46,780
Avg Weekly Wage$900

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)990

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit2.1%
Work from Home20.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Downham Market is $343,422, 22% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,170 (1% above the national average of $1,163). 67.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 4,354 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$343,422
22% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,170
1% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership67.5%
Owner-Occupied67.5%
Renter-Occupied32.5%
Housing Units4,354

Property Tax

Climate in Downham Market

Downham Market has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (17.9°C), the coldest is Jan (3.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 749 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.9°C / 39°F -3.4° / 12.1° 60.8
Feb 6°C / 43°F -1.7° / 15.2° 62.8
Mar 7°C / 45°F -1.1° / 17.3° 53.2
Apr 8.4°C / 47°F -1° / 19° 30.9
May 12.2°C / 54°F 2.3° / 22.2° 54.5
Jun 15.7°C / 60°F 6.4° / 26.9° 65.9
Jul 17.5°C / 64°F 8.7° / 29° 63.2
Aug 17.9°C / 64°F 9.3° / 28.4° 51.9
Sep 15.4°C / 60°F 6.3° / 26.7° 64.3
Oct 11.5°C / 53°F 3.3° / 20° 91.0
Nov 7.4°C / 45°F -0.7° / 15.8° 68.8
Dec 5.5°C / 42°F -2.5° / 13.1° 82.0
Downham Market experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 23.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density16/sq mi
Coordinates52.6071°N, 0.3838°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 23.9"
37% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.36"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

31 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.1 on Jun 9, 2018.

Feb 27, 2008 1 km NNE of Market Rasen, United Kingdom M4.8 101 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 40 km
May 16, 1998 45 km ENE of Hemsby, United Kingdom M4.2 130 km
Aug 6, 2015 59 km ENE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M4.2 135 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 88 km
Jun 9, 2018 7 km NNE of Withernsea, United Kingdom M4.1 134 km
Dec 21, 2000 38 km NNE of Cromer, United Kingdom M4.0 106 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 140 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 145 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 75 km
May 2, 1995 51 km NE of Hemsby, United Kingdom M3.7 133 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 119 km
Sep 20, 1994 55 km NE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M3.6 128 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 76 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 39 km
Jan 30, 2002 25 km NNE of Sheringham, United Kingdom M3.4 87 km
Jan 21, 1999 4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom M3.3 51 km
Aug 19, 2003 1 km WSW of Finningley, United Kingdom M3.2 135 km
Apr 5, 2008 3 km SSE of Middle Rasen, United Kingdom M3.1 97 km
Oct 7, 1998 3 km ESE of Ulceby, United Kingdom M3.1 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 2.1 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 1.5 in Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.9 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.8 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in

Downham Market has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.5").

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23.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 31% below the national average of 33.7%. 39.7% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.3%
31% below United Kingdom avg
High School+39.7%
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density16/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit2.1%
Work from Home20.5%

Schools in Downham Market

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Downham Market Academy
Downham Market Academy
Nelson Academy
Hillcrest Primary School
Denver Voluntary Controlled Primary School
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Radio Stations near Downham Market

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Cam FM 97.2 MP3
BIG BARN RADIO pop MP3 128 kbps
Cambridge Radio jazz, pop MP3 128 kbps
HearMe - Love songs love songs MP3
Hospital Radio Colchester MP3
Heart Cambridge 103.0 hot adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
LoversRockRadio MP3 192 kbps
Radio West Norfolk MP3 160 kbps
KL1 Radio 60s to 90s MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Downham Market

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Adams Heritage Centre
Brandon Heritage Centre
Discover Downham Heritage
Ely Museum
Fenland And West Norfolk Aviation Museum
Narborough Museum & Heritage Centre
North Runcton Art Gallery Museum
Octavia Hill Birthplace Museum
Peckover House & Gardens
Prickwillow Museum
RAF Witchford Display of Memorabilia
St George's Guildhall
Stories of Lynn
The Lynn Museum
The Stained Glass Museum
True's Yard Fisherfolk Museum
Wisbech & Fenland Museum

Libraries in Downham Market

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Brandon Library0.0
Dersingham Library0.0
Downham Market Library0.0
Ely Library0.0
Gaywood Library0.0
Haddenham Library0.0
King's Lynn Library0.0
Lakenheath Library0.0
Liberty Library0.0
Littleport Library0.0
Marham Community Library0.0
RAF Mildenhall Library0.0
Wisbech Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Downham Market

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Downham Market
Ely Markets
Market Hill
Wisbech Market Place

Restaurants in Downham Market

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Allium
Arbuckles
Downham Tandoori Restaurant
I Giardini Di Naxos
Phansa Thai
The Cave Kitchen
Titash

Cafes in Downham Market

10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anada Café & Restaurant
Bluebells Florist
Costa
Dial House Cafe
Downham Cafe & Restaurant
Petit Pret
Reeds Cafe
The Fenland Express Cafe
The Pantry
The Seat

Dentists in Downham Market

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Priory Dental Care
Together Dental

Veterinaries in Downham Market

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hollies Veterinary Clinic
The Crossings Veterinary Centre

Train Stations in Downham Market

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Downham Market

Gas Stations in Downham Market

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso

Banks in Downham Market

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banking Hub
Barclays
HSBC UK
Lloyds Bank
NatWest
Santander

Gyms in Downham Market

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Downham Fitness
Downham Ladies Fitness

Golf Courses in Downham Market

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Denver Golf Club

Breweries in Downham Market

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Anchor Brewery
Downham Cider and Tap Room
Hereward Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Downham Market

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Downham Market

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Stansted AirportSTNLarge Airport
Cambridge City AirportCBGMedium Airport
RAF ConingsbyQCYMedium Airport
RAF HoningtonBEQMedium Airport
RAF LakenheathLKZMedium Airport
RAF MarhamKNFMedium Airport
RAF MildenhallMHZMedium Airport
Wattisham AirfieldMedium Airport
(Duplicete)East Kirkby AirfieldSmall Airport
Andrewsfield AerodromeSmall Airport
Armshold Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Ashley's Field AirstripSmall Airport
Audley End AirfieldSmall Airport
Barnfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bedwell Hey Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Benington AirfieldSmall Airport
Blooms Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Blue Tile Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Boston AerodromeSmall Airport
Boughton North AirfieldSmall Airport
Brickwall Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Broadmarsh Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brooklands Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brown Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bucknall AirfieldSmall Airport
Burnham AirstripSmall Airport
Cadwell Park Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Chatteris AirfieldSmall Airport
Clees Hall AirstripSmall Airport
Coldharbour Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Cottered AirstripSmall Airport
Cowbit AirstripSmall Airport
Croft AirstripSmall Airport
Crosbie Field ULSmall Airport
Crowfield AirfieldSmall Airport
Crowland Glider FieldSmall Airport
Cuckoo Tye Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Decoy Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Duxford AerodromeSmall Airport
Earls Colne AirfieldSmall Airport
East Kirkby AirfieldSmall Airport
East Winch AirstripSmall Airport
Elmsett AirfieldSmall Airport
Exning AirstripSmall Airport
Fen End Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Fenland AirfieldSmall Airport
Fowlmere AirfieldSmall Airport
Foxburrow Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Furze Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Grange Farm Private AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Downham Market

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Denver Post Office and Stores
Downham Market Post Office
Royal Mail Enquiry Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Downham Market

8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Downham Market Methodist Church
Eternity Church
Saint Dominic's Church
Saint Edmund
Saint Mary
Saint Mary The Virgin
Saint Michael's Church
Salvation Army

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 Downham Market

What is the population of Downham Market?

Downham Market has a population of 10,884 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 16 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Downham Market expensive to live in?

The median household income is $46,780, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $343,422 (22% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,170 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Downham Market?

Downham Market has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 23.9 inches.

How is the job market in Downham Market?

Downham Market has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $900. There are 990 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Downham Market?

The median home value in Downham Market is $343,422. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,170. The homeownership rate is 67.5%.

How are the schools in Downham Market?

23.3% of adults in Downham Market hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 39.7% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Downham Market?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Downham Market is 6.8% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 2.3% Asian. 93.7% of residents speak only English at home. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 5.9% of residents have a disability.

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