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Great Massingham, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Great Massingham is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 902. Elevation: 266 ft (81 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
902 Population 136/sq mi density
266 ft Elevation 81 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
26.5 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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Full City Profile

People

Population902
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density136/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 Units361

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation266 ft (81 m)

Education

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

Community

Population902
Population Density136 / sq mi
Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Coordinates52.7754°, 0.6637°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation26.5 inches (672 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$46,780
Median Age47.5 years

About Great Massingham

Great Massingham is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 902. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet (81 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Great Massingham has a population of 902 with a density of 136 people per square mile, spread across 6.6 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

902
Total Population
136
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above United Kingdom avg
6.6mi²
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

Great Massingham vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Great Massingham 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 82 business establishments. 20.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Great Massingham 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)82

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Great Massingham 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 361 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 Units361

Property Tax

Great Massingham experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 288 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 26.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Area6.6 sq mi (17.2 km²)
Population Density136/sq mi
Coordinates52.7754°N, 0.6637°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.5"
30% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.60"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

32 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 96 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 46 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 102 km
May 16, 1998 45 km ENE of Hemsby, United Kingdom M4.2 108 km
Aug 6, 2015 59 km ENE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M4.2 110 km
Jun 9, 2018 7 km NNE of Withernsea, United Kingdom M4.1 120 km
Dec 21, 2000 38 km NNE of Cromer, United Kingdom M4.0 79 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 149 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 93 km
May 2, 1995 51 km NE of Hemsby, United Kingdom M3.7 109 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 129 km
Sep 20, 1994 55 km NE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M3.6 101 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 94 km
Sep 27, 2003 North Sea M3.5 127 km
Jun 21, 1998 74 km E of Flamborough, United Kingdom M3.5 146 km
Jan 30, 2002 25 km NNE of Sheringham, United Kingdom M3.4 60 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 66 km
Aug 12, 2005 82 km NE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M3.4 129 km
Jan 21, 1999 4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom M3.3 45 km
Jul 16, 2007 91 km NE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M3.3 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.0 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in Driest
May 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in
August 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.6 in Wettest
December 40°F (5°C) 2.4 in

Great Massingham has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.6") and April the driest (1.7").

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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 Density136/sq mi
Total Area6.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Great Massingham

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Weasenham Church of England Primary School
Great Massingham C of E Primary School
Harpley CE Primary School
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Radio Stations near Great Massingham

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BIG BARN RADIO pop MP3 128 kbps
Hospital Radio Colchester MP3
Radio West Norfolk MP3 160 kbps
KL1 Radio 60s to 90s MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Great Massingham

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Fakenham Museum of Gas and Local History
Holkham Stories Experience
Hunstanton Heritage Centre
Museum 4 Watton
Narborough Museum & Heritage Centre
North Runcton Art Gallery Museum
Shirehall Museum and Abbey Grounds
St Seraphim's Icon and Railway Heritage Museum
Swaffham Heritage
The House of Correction

Libraries in Great Massingham

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dersingham Library0.0
Fakenham Library0.0
Gaywood Library0.0
Heacham Parish Library0.0
Hunstanton Library0.0
Marham Community Library0.0
Swaffham Library0.0
Watton Library0.0
Wells Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Great Massingham

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cherry Tree Car Boot
Creake Abbey Courtyard
Hunstanton Market
Swaffham Market
Watton Country Market

Gas Stations in Great Massingham

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Valley Filling Station

Breweries in Great Massingham

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Downham Cider and Tap Room
Steam-Shed Brewing

Airports Near Great Massingham

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cambridge City AirportCBGMedium Airport
Norwich AirportNWIMedium Airport
RAF HoningtonBEQMedium Airport
RAF LakenheathLKZMedium Airport
RAF MarhamKNFMedium Airport
RAF MildenhallMHZMedium Airport
Wattisham AirfieldMedium Airport
(Duplicete)East Kirkby AirfieldSmall Airport
Acthorpe Top Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Armshold Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Ashley's Field AirstripSmall Airport
Barnfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bedwell Hey Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Blue Tile Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Boston AerodromeSmall Airport
Boughton North AirfieldSmall Airport
Brickwall Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Broadmarsh Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brown Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Burnham AirstripSmall Airport
Cadwell Park Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Chatteris AirfieldSmall Airport
Coldharbour Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Croft AirstripSmall Airport
Crowfield AirfieldSmall Airport
Cuckoo Tye Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Debach AirfieldSmall Airport
Duxford AerodromeSmall Airport
East Kirkby AirfieldSmall Airport
East Winch AirstripSmall Airport
Eastfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Elmsett AirfieldSmall Airport
Exning AirstripSmall Airport
Felthorpe AirfieldSmall Airport
Fen End Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Fenland AirfieldSmall Airport
Fir Grove AirstripSmall Airport
Fowlmere AirfieldSmall Airport
Foxburrow Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Great Ashfield AirstripSmall Airport
Great Friars Thornes Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Great Massingham AirfieldSmall Airport
Green Lane Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Grove Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Gunton Park AirstripSmall Airport
Hall Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hinderclay Meadows AirfieldSmall Airport
Holly Hill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Horham AirstripSmall Airport
Ivy Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Great Massingham

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Great Massingham Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Great Massingham

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints' Church
Saint Andrew's
Saint Lawrence
Saint Mary's Church
Saint Marys Church
Saint Peter's Church

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 Great Massingham

What is the population of Great Massingham?

Great Massingham has a population of 902 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 136 people per square mile, spread across 6.6 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 Great Massingham 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 Great Massingham?

Great Massingham has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.5 inches.

How is the job market in Great Massingham?

Great Massingham 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 82 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Great Massingham?

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

How are the schools in Great Massingham?

23.3% of adults in Great Massingham 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 Great Massingham?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Great Massingham 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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