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Faversham, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Faversham is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 19,829. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
19,829 Population 109/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
26.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$48,809 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$48,809 median income, 5.4% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$381,597 home value, $1,220/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population19,829
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density109/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 5%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,809
Per Capita$48,809
Unemployment5.4%

Housing

C
Home Value$381,597
Rent$1,220
Ownership68.3%
Housing Units7,932

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain26.9 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+40.9%

Community

Population19,829
Population Density109 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates51.3148°, 0.8886°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation26.9 inches (684 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$48,809
Median Age41.1 years

About Faversham

Faversham is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 19,829. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Faversham has a population of 19,829 with a density of 109 people per square mile, spread across 181.7 square miles. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.4% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (4.6%), with 1.1% Black, 3.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.8% of residents. 3.9% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 5.7% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

19,829
Total Population
109
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above United Kingdom avg
181.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.4%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.8%
22% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 4.2%

Social Characteristics

Faversham vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Faversham is $48,809, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,809 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $939, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,804 business establishments. 25.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Faversham vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$48,809
35% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$48,809
Avg Weekly Wage$939

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)1,804

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.8%
Public Transit4.0%
Work from Home25.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Faversham is $381,597, 35% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,220 (5% above the national average of $1,163). 68.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 7,932 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$381,597
35% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,220
5% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.3%
Owner-Occupied68.3%
Renter-Occupied31.7%
Housing Units7,932

Property Tax

Climate in Faversham

Faversham has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (18°C), the coldest is Jan (5.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 604 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.2°C / 41°F 3° / 7.3° 50.4
Feb 5.3°C / 42°F 2.8° / 7.8° 39.0
Mar 7°C / 45°F 3.9° / 10.2° 35.9
Apr 9.4°C / 49°F 5.8° / 13.1° 37.1
May 12.4°C / 54°F 8.6° / 16.1° 47.9
Jun 15.2°C / 59°F 11.3° / 19.2° 44.3
Jul 17.6°C / 64°F 13.5° / 21.8° 46.2
Aug 18°C / 64°F 13.9° / 22.1° 50.5
Sep 15.4°C / 60°F 11.9° / 18.9° 48.6
Oct 12.1°C / 54°F 9.2° / 15° 73.9
Nov 8.3°C / 47°F 5.9° / 10.7° 67.0
Dec 5.6°C / 42°F 3.5° / 7.8° 62.8
Faversham experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 287 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 26.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area181.7 sq mi (470.6 km²)
Population Density109/sq mi
Coordinates51.3148°N, 0.8886°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.9"
29% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.95"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

39 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 M4.6 146 km
Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 27 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 118 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 94 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SSE of Longfossé, France M4.0 101 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 71 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 93 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 38 km
Jan 27, 1992 6 km SSE of Longfossé, France M3.5 104 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 30 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 139 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 138 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 83 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 92 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 76 km
Jul 2, 2001 3 km NNE of Oostduinkerke, Belgium M3.1 128 km
Nov 5, 1994 5 km N of Debenham, United Kingdom M3.0 108 km
Mar 28, 1996 67 km ESE of Aldeburgh, United Kingdom M3.0 127 km
May 1, 1997 21 km W of Fort-Mahon-Plage, France M3.0 113 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 84 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 - 59 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m - 34 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 1.7 in Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.0 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.8 in
May 53°F (11°C) 1.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in
August 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in Warmest
September 58°F (14°C) 2.5 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.0 in Wettest
November 44°F (7°C) 3.0 in
December 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in

Faversham has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 40°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.0") and February the driest (1.7").

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23.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 30% below the national average of 33.7%. 40.9% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below United Kingdom avg
High School+40.9%
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density109/sq mi
Total Area181.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.8%
Public Transit4.0%
Work from Home25.4%

Schools in Faversham

14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Mary of Charity CofE (Aided) Primary School - - - -
Ethelbert Road Infant School - - - -
The Abbey School - - - -
Bysing Wood Primary School - - - -
Davington Primary School - - - -
Luddenham School - - - -
Lorenden Preparatory School - - - -
Graveney Primary School - - - -
Sheldwich Primary School - - - -
Selling CE Primary School - - - -
Boughton-under-Blean & Dunkirk Methodist Primary School - - - -
Ospringe Church of England Primary School - - - -
Hernhill Church of England Primary School - - - -
Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Faversham

30 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
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
Big L 2 70's, 80's MP3 128 kbps
Greatest Hits Radio (Essex) 70's, 80's AAC+ 48 kbps
EKR Retro Rock 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
The Voice Of Doom death metal, doom metal AAC 320 kbps
Radio Caroline North - AAC+ 52 kbps
Retro Mix Radio 70s, 80s AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Jupiter adult contemporary, pop MP3 192 kbps
Zero Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Majestic Jukebox Radio 60s, 70s AAC+ 16 kbps
Kori The Pom Radio drum & bass, edm MP3 128 kbps
White Cliffs Radio - MP3
City Sound pop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Caroline Flashback - MP3 128 kbps
Sheppey FM 92.2 - MP3 256 kbps
105.9 Academy FM (Folkestone) - AAC+ 48 kbps
DCR104.9 FM community radio MP3 128 kbps
Chelmsford Community Radio independent MP3 128 kbps
TGM GOSPEL RADIO gospel MP3 320 kbps
GlitterBeam Italia lgbt, lgbtqia+ MP3 192 kbps
Hospital Radio Chelmsford - MP3 128 kbps
Colin Mogagabe - MP3 128 kbps
Homemade Radio adult contemporary, blues MP3 320 kbps
Radioalfa2 classic hits MP3
Stomp Radio - MP3 128 kbps
NanoRadio - MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Faversham

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ashford Borough Museum
Canterbury Roman Museum
Cart and Wagon Shed
Clifftown Telephone Museum
Colonel Stephens Railway Museum
Eastchurch Aviation Museum
Eastchurch Aviation Museum
Exhibition and Model Railway
Fleur de Lis Heritage Centre
Godmersham Heritage Centre
Grand Jury Museum
Herne Bay Historical Records Society Heritage Centre
Hythe Town Museum
Kent Museum of Freemasonry
Lashenden Air Warfare Museum
Leigh Heritage Centre
Marlowe's Ghost
Minster Abbey Gatehouse Museum
Prittlewell Priory
Queenborough Guildhall Museum
Railway Museum
Sittingbourne Heritage Museum
Southchurch Hall
Southend Central Museum
Southend Pier Museum
Southend Pier Museum
St Augustine’s Abbey
Tenterden District Museum
The Agricultural Museum
The Beaney House of Art and Knowledge
The Marlowe Kit
The Seaside Museum
Whitstable Museum and Gallery
Woodchurch Museum

Libraries in Faversham

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Augustine House0.0
Boughton Library0.0
Canterbury Library0.0
Charing Library0.0
Faversham Library0.0
Grain Library, Community and Learning Centre0.0
Grain Library, Community and Learning Centre0.0
Great Wakering Library0.0
Herne Bay Library0.0
Hythe Library0.0
Kent Elms Library0.0
Learning Resource Centre0.0
Leigh Library0.0
Lenham Library0.0
Lyminge Library0.0
Minster-in-Sheppey Library0.0
Queenborough Library0.0
Reception and LRC0.0
Resource Centre0.0
School Library0.0
Sheerness Library0.0
Sittingbourne Library0.0
Southchurch Library0.0
Sturry Library0.0
Swalecliffe Library0.0
Templeman Library0.0
Tenterden Library0.0
The Stanhope Centre0.0
Thorpedene Library0.0
Westcliff Library0.0
Whitstable Library0.0
Wye Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Faversham

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bridge Farmers Market
Herne Bay Market
Herne Bay Market
Kingfisher Blinds
Leysdown Market
The Goods Shed

Hotels in Faversham

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cave Hotel and Golf Resort
Judd's Folly Hotel
Premier Inn Faversham Hotel
The Quay

Restaurants in Faversham

13 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ASK Italian
Ceorge's Turkish Restaurant
India Royal
Jadz
Leo Lounge
Maypole
Posillipo Italian Restaurant
Read's
Spice Lounge
The Carriage Restaurant
The Dairy
The Gunpowder Mill
The Raj

Cafes in Faversham

17 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Benedict's of Kent
Cafe Guild
Castella
Cosgroves
Costa
Fay's Place
HatHats Coffee Faversham
Havisham's
Jittermugs Coffee Shop
Le Cafe Bonjour Encore
Moonlight Cafe
Secret Garden Tea Room
Spack's Cat Cafe
Swan Cafe
The Courtyard
The Java House
The Refinery

Cinemas in Faversham

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Royal Cinema

Clinics in Faversham

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Faversham Dental Access Centre
Faversham Urgent Treatment Centre
Newton Place Surgery

Dentists in Faversham

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Faversham Smiles

Veterinaries in Faversham

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lady Dane Veterinary Centre

Train Stations in Faversham

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Brogdale Central Station
Faversham
Selling

Gas Stations in Faversham

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gulf
Sainsbury's
Shell
Shell
Tesco

Banks in Faversham

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nationwide

Golf Courses in Faversham

3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Academy Course
Boughton Golf Club
Faversham Golf Course

Breweries in Faversham

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Curious Brewing
Floc
Goody Ales
Hop Fuzz Brewery
Hopdaemon Brewery
Mad Cat Brewery
Old Dairy Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Faversham

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Faversham

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Faversham

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Stansted AirportSTNLarge Airport
London Southend AirportSENMedium Airport
Lydd London Ashford AirportLYXMedium Airport
Acton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Andrewsfield Aerodrome-Small Airport
Audley End Airfield-Small Airport
Barling Airfield-Small Airport
Barnards Farm-Small Airport
Bensons Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Blooms Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bonnington Airstrip-Small Airport
Boulogne-sur-Mer - Alprech Aerodrome-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
Churchlands Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Clacton Airfield-Small Airport
Clees Hall Airstrip-Small Airport
Clipgate Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Crosbie Field UL-Small Airport
Damyns Hall Aerodrome-Small Airport
Deanland Lewes Airfield-Small Airport
Earls Colne 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 Easter Airfield-Small Airport
Horsey Island Airfield-Small Airport
Inglenook Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Jenkins Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Laddingford Aerodrome-Small Airport
Lamberhurst Airstrip-Small Airport
Lamberhurst Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Little Engeham Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Little Robhurst Airstrip-Small Airport
Lodge Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lukesfield Airstrip-Small Airport
Meadow Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Napps Field Airstrip-Small Airport
Nayland Airstrip-Small Airport
Newton Hall Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
North Weald Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Faversham

5 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Boughton Post Office
Faversham Post Office
Lower Road Post Office
Oare Post Office
Selling Post Office

Treatment Centers in Faversham

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Blackberry Clinic
Hey Baby
Thorpdene clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Faversham

23 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints Church
Baptist Church
Church of St. Peter & St. Paul
Cyprus Road Gospel Hall
Gospel Mission
Love Lane Cemetery Chapel
Luddenham Church
Our Lady of Mount Carmel and The Shrine of St. Jude
St Augustine's Church
St Barnabas
St Bartholomew's Church
St Leonard
St Mary the Virgin
St Michael's, Hernhill
St Peter & St Paul, Boughton
St. Catherine's Church
St. James' Church
St. Laurence, Leaveland
St. Mary Magdalene & St. Lawrence
St. Mary of Charity
St. Peter's Church
The United Church
Throwley Church

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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Faversham

What is the population of Faversham?

Faversham has a population of 19,829 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 109 people per square mile, spread across 181.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.7% male.

Is Faversham expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,809, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $381,597 (35% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,220 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Faversham?

Faversham has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.9 inches.

How is the job market in Faversham?

The unemployment rate in Faversham is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $939. There are 1,804 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Faversham?

The median home value in Faversham is $381,597. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,220. The homeownership rate is 68.3%.

How are the schools in Faversham?

23.7% of adults in Faversham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.9% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Faversham?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Faversham is 4.6% White, 1.1% Black or African American, 3.5% Asian. 95.8% of residents speak only English at home. 3.9% of the population are military veterans. 5.7% of residents have a disability.

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