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Frinton-on-Sea, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Frinton-on-Sea is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 16,941. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 16,941 |
| Population Density | 126 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.8306°, 1.2442° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 32.4 inches (822 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.1 inches (5 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $50,545 |
| Median Age | 50.8 years |
About Frinton-on-Sea
Frinton-on-Sea is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 16,941. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Frinton-on-Sea vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Frinton-on-Sea vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,545 |
| 33% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $50,545 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $972 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.2% |
| 72% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,542 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 57.6% |
| Public Transit | 3.1% |
| Work from Home | 22.9% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $343,310 |
| 22% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,264 |
| 9% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 72.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 28.1% |
| Housing Units | 6,776 |
Property Tax
Climate in Frinton-on-Sea
Frinton-on-Sea has an average annual temperature of 10.7°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (17.4°C), the coldest is Feb (4.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.2°F |
| 3% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 235 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 69 ft (21 m) |
| Area | 134.9 sq mi (349.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 126/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.8306°N, 1.2442°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | — | 93 km |
| 1911 | FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND | Meteorological | 0.9 m | — | 81 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 1.9 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.3 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.5 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 1.5 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 1.8 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.0 in | |
| September | 58°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 45°F (7°C) | 2.3 in | Wettest |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.1 in |
Frinton-on-Sea has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 39°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.3") and February the driest (1.3").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 19.9% |
| 41% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 35.4% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 126/sq mi |
| Total Area | 134.9 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 57.6% |
| Public Transit | 3.1% |
| Work from Home | 22.9% |
Schools in Frinton-on-Sea
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TLG Tendring | — | — | — | — |
| Kirby Primary Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Frinton-on-Sea Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St Philomena's School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Frinton-on-Sea
15 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Caroline Flashback | 60s, 70s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| The Mix Radio 80s | 1980s, 80s | MP3 256 kbps | |
| BBC Essex | — | UNKNOWN | |
| Big L 1 | 80's, hits 70's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| ABC Oldies Radio | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| EKR Retro Rock | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Big L 2 | 70's, 80's | MP3 128 kbps | |
| YellowTealPurple | ambient, electronic | OGG 65535 kbps | |
| FunkURadio | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| BFBS Colchester | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Alpha Wave Radio | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Sheppey FM 92.2 | — | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radio Caroline Flashback | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Park Radio | community, diss | MP3 96 kbps | |
| FUNKERFM | world music | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Frinton-on-Sea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bawdsey Transmitter Block Radar Museum | ||||
| Brightlingsea Museum | ||||
| Christchurch Mansion | ||||
| Clifford Road Air Raid Shelter Museum | ||||
| East Essex Aviation Society and Museum (Martello Tower A) | ||||
| Felixstowe Museum | ||||
| Ha’penny Pier & Visitors Centre | ||||
| Harwich Museum | ||||
| Harwich Railway and Shipping Museum | ||||
| HMS Ganges Museum | ||||
| Ipswich Art School | ||||
| Ipswich Maritime Trust Window Museum | ||||
| Ipswich Museum | ||||
| Ipswich Transport Museum | ||||
| Landguard Fort | ||||
| Lifeboat Museum | ||||
| Manningtree Museum | ||||
| Martlesham Heath Control Tower Museum | ||||
| St Osyth Museum | ||||
| Suffolk Aviation Heritage Museum | ||||
| Suffolk Punch Trust | ||||
| The Hold | ||||
| The Munnings Art Museum | ||||
| Walton Maritime Museum | ||||
| Wolsey Art Gallery |
Libraries in Frinton-on-Sea
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brightlingsea Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Broomhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Capel St Mary Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chantry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Clacton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| County library Ipswich | 0.0 | |||||
| Felixstowe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Frinton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gainsborough Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Harwich Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Holland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jaywick Library Access Point | 0.0 | |||||
| Kesgrave Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library Building | 0.0 | |||||
| Manningtree Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rosehill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Walton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Clacton Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Frinton-on-Sea
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Felixstowe Sunday Market | |||||
| Great Eastern Square | |||||
| Kingsway Plaza | |||||
| Late Riser Car Boot | |||||
| Microshops Ipswich | |||||
| Plough Corner Car Boot | |||||
| St. Osyth Beach Sunday Market | |||||
| Weeley Car Boot |
Hotels in Frinton-on-Sea
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Frinton-on-Sea
7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Frinton-on-Sea
15 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Frinton-on-Sea
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Frinton-on-Sea
2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Frinton-on-Sea
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Frinton-on-Sea
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Frinton-on-Sea
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Frinton-on-Sea
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Frinton-on-Sea
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Briarbank Brewery | ||||
| Dove Street Brewery | ||||
| Mr Bees Brewery | ||||
| Old Felixstowe Brewing Co. | ||||
| St Jude's Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Frinton-on-Sea
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Frinton-on-Sea
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chatham Ski & Snowboard Centre | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Frinton-on-Sea
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| London Southend Airport | SEN | Medium Airport |
| RAF Honington | BEQ | Medium Airport |
| RAF Lakenheath | LKZ | Medium Airport |
| Wattisham Airfield | — | Medium Airport |
| Barling Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Beccles Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Blooms Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Brickwall Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Broadmarsh Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Brown Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Chalksole Green Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Challock Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Channel Gliding Club | — | Small Airport |
| Church Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Clacton Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Clees Hall Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Clipgate Farm 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 |
| Egerton Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Elmsett Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Fir Grove Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fridd Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Frinsted Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Great Ashfield Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Great Oakley Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Grove Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Grove Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hamilton Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Harringe Court Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Headcorn Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Hinderclay Meadows Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Horham Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Horsey Island Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Inglenook Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Knettishall Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lamberhurst Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Laurel Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lavenham Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Little Engeham Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Little Haugh Hall Private Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Lodge Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Long Stratton Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lukesfield Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mendlesham Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Milden Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Frinton-on-Sea
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Frinton-On-Sea Post Office | |
| Kirby Le Soken Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Frinton-on-Sea
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints Church | |
| Frinton Free Church | |
| Frinton Methodist Church | |
| Great Holland Methodist Church | |
| Kirby-le-Soken Evangelical Church | |
| Sacred Heart and St Francis | |
| St Mary Magdalene, Frinton | |
| St Mary the Virgin, Frinton | |
| St. Michael, Kirby-le-Soken |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Frinton-on-Sea
What is the population of Frinton-on-Sea?
Frinton-on-Sea has a population of 16,941 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 126 people per square mile, spread across 134.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.8% female and 48.2% male.
Is Frinton-on-Sea expensive to live in?
The median household income is $50,545, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $343,310 (22% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,264 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Frinton-on-Sea?
Frinton-on-Sea 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 63°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Frinton-on-Sea?
The unemployment rate in Frinton-on-Sea is 6.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $972. There are 1,542 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Frinton-on-Sea?
The median home value in Frinton-on-Sea is $343,310. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,264. The homeownership rate is 72.0%.
How are the schools in Frinton-on-Sea?
19.9% of adults in Frinton-on-Sea hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.4% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Frinton-on-Sea?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Frinton-on-Sea is 2.3% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 1.7% Asian. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 5.1% of the population are military veterans. 7.8% of residents have a disability.