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Grantham, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Grantham is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 43,833. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
43,833 Population 94/sq mi density
210 ft Elevation 64 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
37.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$44,351 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$44,351 median income, 4.2% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$329,297 home value, $1,109/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population43,833
Median Age46.2 yrs
Density94/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 5%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,351
Per Capita$44,351
Unemployment4.2%

Housing

C
Home Value$329,297
Rent$1,109
Ownership69.3%
Housing Units17,533

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days217/yr
Elevation210 ft (64 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.1%
High School+48.1%

Community

Population43,833
Population Density94 / sq mi
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Coordinates52.9115°, -0.6418°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation37.0 inches (941 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.4 inches (14 cm)
Median Household Income$44,351
Median Age46.2 years

About Grantham

Grantham is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 43,833. The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet (64 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Grantham has a population of 43,833 with a density of 94 people per square mile, spread across 466.5 square miles. The median age is 46.2 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (5.2%), with 2.3% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95% of residents. 7.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 4.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

43,833
Total Population
94
People / sq mi
46.2yrs
Median Age
19% above United Kingdom avg
466.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.0%
21% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 5.0%

Social Characteristics

Grantham vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Grantham is $44,351, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $44,351 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $853, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 3,989 business establishments. 28.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Grantham vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$44,351
41% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$44,351
Avg Weekly Wage$853

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)3,989

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone53.4%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home28.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Grantham is $329,297, 17% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,109 (5% below the national average of $1,163). 69.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 17,533 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$329,297
17% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,109
5% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.3%
Owner-Occupied69.3%
Renter-Occupied30.7%
Housing Units17,533

Property Tax

Climate in Grantham

Grantham has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.1°C), the coldest is Jan (4.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 613 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.4°C / 40°F 2° / 6.7° 49.9
Feb 4.8°C / 41°F 2° / 7.6° 38.1
Mar 6.6°C / 44°F 3.2° / 10.1° 36.4
Apr 9°C / 48°F 4.8° / 13.1° 43.3
May 11.9°C / 53°F 7.5° / 16.3° 48.3
Jun 14.8°C / 59°F 10.4° / 19.1° 56.3
Jul 17.1°C / 63°F 12.6° / 21.6° 59.6
Aug 16.9°C / 62°F 12.5° / 21.3° 57.0
Sep 14.3°C / 58°F 10.4° / 18.2° 53.8
Oct 10.8°C / 51°F 7.6° / 14° 60.3
Nov 7.2°C / 45°F 4.6° / 9.7° 58.4
Dec 4.6°C / 40°F 2.4° / 6.9° 51.2
Grantham experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 217 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches. The area receives 5.4 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 210 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days217 days/yr

Geography

Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Area466.5 sq mi (1,208.3 km²)
Population Density94/sq mi
Coordinates52.9115°N, 0.6418°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.0"
3% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 5.4"
Wettest Month (Aug) 2.36"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

46 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 28, 2023.

Feb 27, 2008 1 km NNE of Market Rasen, United Kingdom M4.8 58 km
Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 111 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 117 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 123 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 16 km
Jun 9, 2018 7 km NNE of Withernsea, United Kingdom M4.1 109 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 96 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 143 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 21 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 121 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 120 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 110 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 43 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 133 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 118 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 22 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 116 km
Jan 30, 2002 25 km NNE of Sheringham, United Kingdom M3.4 132 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 68 km
Oct 23, 2002 0 km WSW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.3 119 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 1.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in Wettest
September 56°F (13°C) 2.1 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.3 in
December 40°F (5°C) 2.3 in

Grantham has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.9 inches, with August being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.7").

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30.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 11% below the national average of 33.7%. 48.1% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.1%
11% below United Kingdom avg
High School+48.1%
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density94/sq mi
Total Area466.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone53.4%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home28.5%

Colleges & Universities in Grantham

Institution Type Founded Website
Grantham College College - Visit →
Harlaxton College University - ,

Schools in Grantham

21 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
The Harrowby Church of England Primary School - - - -
Bluecoat Meres Primary Academy - - - -
Springwell Alternative Academy Grantham - - - -
Newton Bridge Academy - Newton East Site - - - -
Saint Mary's Catholic Voluntary Academy - - - -
The Little Gonerby Church of England Primary Academy - - - -
St Wulfram's National Church of England Primary School - - - -
The Isaac Newton Primary School - - - -
Huntingtower Community Primary Academy - - - -
Newton Bridge Academy - Newton West Site - - - -
West Grantham Church of England Secondary Academy - - - -
Belton Lane Community Primary School - - - -
Belmont Community Primary School - - - -
Greenfields Academy - - - -
St Anne's Church of England Primary School, Grantham - - - -
Grantham Preparatory International School - - - -
Dudley House School - - - -
Kesteven and Grantham Girls' School - - - -
The King's School, Grantham - - - -
The Priory Ruskin Academy - - - -
Walton Academy - - - -
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Radio Stations near Grantham

18 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Boomerang Radio - MP3
EAVA FM - MP3 96 kbps
Lincs Sound 00s, 10s UNKNOWN
Magna Radio classic hits, hits MP3
Radio UTSAV - AAC 80 kbps
Heckington Living Community Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Heart Peterborough charts, pop MP3 128 kbps
Magna Mix classic hits, hits MP3
Radio Newark - MP3 64 kbps
103 The Eye - MP3 128 kbps
Rutland and Stamford Sound - MP3
Cross Counties Radio adult contemporary, community radio MP3 64 kbps
Kohinoor Radio - MP3 320 kbps
Radio Seerah - AAC 80 kbps
Usmani Mosque islamic, islamic religion MP3
Sabras Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Satsang Radio - AAC 80 kbps
Radio2Funky - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Grantham

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cranwell Aviation Heritage Centre
Grantham Museum
Melton Carnegie Museum
Mrs Smith's Cottage
National Civil War Centre
Newark Air Museum
Newark Town Hall Museum and Art Gallery
Rocks by Rail
Rutland County Museum
Sector Operations Room Museum
Sleaford Museum
Woolsthorpe Manor (Isaac Newton's Birthplace)
Workshop

Libraries in Grantham

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Balderton Library0.0
Bottesford Library0.0
Collingham Library0.0
Grantham Library0.0
Melton Mowbray Library and Adult Learning Centre0.0
Newark Library0.0
Rutland County Library0.0
Ryhall Library0.0
Sleaford Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Grantham

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Market Square

Hotels in Grantham

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Eden House Hotel
The Angel And Royal Hotel
The Avenue Hotel
Urban Leisure Hotel

Restaurants in Grantham

26 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amore Mio
Arri 88
Bombay Brasserie
Dragon Inn
Everest Inn
Finkin's
Gurkha Square
Handlebar and Grill
Hop Sing Restaurant
Istanbul Grill
Italiano
Juliano's
Katana Japanese Cuisine
Ken Chinese Restaurant
Mona Lisa Pizzeria
Mr Man & Mr Pangs
Muddle Go Nowhere
Namaste Dining
O Alentejano
Oblio's Deli and Bistro
Piccola Venezia
Prezzo
Siam Garden Thai Restaurant
Taj Mahal Buffet Lounge
Tinel
Wing's Chinese Takeaway

Cafes in Grantham

23 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Angelo's Coffee
Asda Café
Bowling Green Cafe
Cinco Lounge
Costa
Costa
Costa
Delight Cafe
Ela Cafe
Hope Community Cafe
Kitchen and Coffee
Knightingales
Munch
Petticoats
Quick Bite
Sandra's Corner
Starbucks
Teaspoon Tea Company
The Conduit Tea Gardens
The Garden Yard
The Leaf
The Snug
Vine Street Coffee House

Cinemas in Grantham

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Savoy Cinema

Monuments in Grantham

2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alford Memorial
Remembrance Monument

Theme Parks in Grantham

3 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fun Farm
Urban Wolf Axe Throwing
VR Escape

Clinics in Grantham

3 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Footsteps
Grantham Foot Clinic
Prime Therapy Clinic

Dentists in Grantham

4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Appoline Dental Care
Daves Dentures
GB #7314709
The Maltings Dentist Practice

Veterinaries in Grantham

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bray House Veterinary Practice
Vets4Pets

Train Stations in Grantham

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Grantham

Bus Stations in Grantham

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Grantham Bus Station

Gas Stations in Grantham

6 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asda
BP Somerby Hill Service Station
Esso
Esso
Grantham Service Station
Sainsbury's

Banks in Grantham

9 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barclays
Halifax
HSBC UK
Lloyds Bank
Melton Building Society
Nationwide
NatWest
Santander
The Nottingham

Shopping Malls in Grantham

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The George Shopping Centre

Gyms in Grantham

6 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness
aUK & Gym
Club 24
Feel Good Fitness
Oceans Health and Fitness
PureGym

Golf Courses in Grantham

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Belton Park Golf Club

Breweries in Grantham

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Milestone Brewery
Round Corner Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Grantham

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Grantham

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
East Midlands AirportEMALarge Airport
Humberside AirportHUYMedium Airport
Nottingham City AirportNQTMedium Airport
RAF Barkston Heath-Medium Airport
RAF ConingsbyQCYMedium Airport
RAF Cranwell-Medium Airport
RAF WaddingtonWTNMedium Airport
RAF Wittering-Medium Airport
(Duplicete)East Kirkby Airfield-Small Airport
Acthorpe Top Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Armshold Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Askern Airfield-Small Airport
Bakersfield Airstrip-Small Airport
Bankwood Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Barnfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bedford Aerodrome-Small Airport
Beeches Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bitteswell Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Black Spring Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Blackmoor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Boston Aerodrome-Small Airport
Brookfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brooklands Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bruntingthorpe Aerodrome-Small Airport
Bucknall Airfield-Small Airport
Cadwell Park Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Caunton Airfield-Small Airport
Chatteris Airfield-Small Airport
Claybrooke Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Coldharbour Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Cottage Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Cowbit Airstrip-Small Airport
Crowland Glider Field-Small Airport
Cuxwold Airfield-Small Airport
Dalkeith Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Darlton Gliding Club-Small Airport
Decoy Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Deenethorpe Airfield-Small Airport
Drayton Home Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Earwig Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
East Kirkby Airfield-Small Airport
Easton Maudit Airstrip-Small Airport
Fenland Airfield-Small Airport
Finningley Village Airstrip-Small Airport
Forwood Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Furze Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Glebe Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Grange Farm Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Grange Farm Private Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Grantham

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Dysart Road Post Office
Grantham Post Office
Princess Drive Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Grantham

22 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Alive Church
Bethesda Evangelical Church
Christ Church
Church of the Epiphany
Elmer House
Grantham Baptist Church
Grantham Cemetery Chapel
Grantham Christian Fellowship Community Church
Grantham Islamic Centre
Harrowby Lane Methodist Church
Jubilee Church Life Centre
Kingdom Hall
Saint Anne
Saint Mary the Immaculate
Seventhday Adventist Church
St Guthlac
St John the Baptist
St John the Evangelist
St Wulfram's Church
St. John the Evangelist
The Church of the Ascension
The Salvation Army - Grantham

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UFO Sightings
1
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 Grantham

What is the population of Grantham?

Grantham has a population of 43,833 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 94 people per square mile, spread across 466.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Grantham expensive to live in?

The median household income is $44,351, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $329,297 (17% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,109 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Grantham?

Grantham has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 217 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 37.0 inches, with 5.4 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Grantham?

Grantham has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $853. There are 3,989 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Grantham?

The median home value in Grantham is $329,297. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,109. The homeownership rate is 69.3%.

How are the schools in Grantham?

30.1% of adults in Grantham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 48.1% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Grantham?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Grantham is 5.2% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 2.3% Asian. 95% of residents speak only English at home. 7.4% of the population are military veterans. 4.8% of residents have a disability.

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