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Great Waltham, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Great Waltham is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 847. Elevation: 148 ft (45 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
847 Population 85/sq mi density
148 ft Elevation 45 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$58,647 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$58,647 median income, 4.2% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$471,418 home value, $1,466/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population847
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density85/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 5%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,647
Per Capita$58,647
Unemployment4.2%

Housing

C
Home Value$471,418
Rent$1,466
Ownership71.1%
Housing Units339

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation148 ft (45 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.9%
High School+51.4%

Community

Population847
Population Density85 / sq mi
Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Coordinates51.7938°, 0.4567°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation32.4 inches (823 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.8 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$58,647
Median Age41.7 years

About Great Waltham

Great Waltham is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 847. The city sits at an elevation of 148 feet (45 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Great Waltham has a population of 847 with a density of 85 people per square mile, spread across 9.9 square miles. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49.1% male. The city is predominantly Asian (7.6%), with 5.4% White, 1.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.9% of residents. 3.1% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 3.6% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

847
Total Population
85
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above United Kingdom avg
9.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 51%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.9%
20% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 6.1%

Social Characteristics

Great Waltham vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Great Waltham is $58,647, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $58,647 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,128, 21% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 77 business establishments. 38.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Great Waltham vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$58,647
22% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$58,647
Avg Weekly Wage$1,128

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)77

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone42.6%
Public Transit5.8%
Work from Home38.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Great Waltham is $471,418, 67% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,466 (26% above the national average of $1,163). 71.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 339 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$471,418
67% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,466
26% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.1%
Owner-Occupied71.1%
Renter-Occupied28.9%
Housing Units339

Property Tax

Great Waltham experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. The area receives 2.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 148 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Geography

Elevation148 ft (45 m)
Area9.9 sq mi (25.7 km²)
Population Density85/sq mi
Coordinates51.7938°N, 0.4567°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.4"
15% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 2.8"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.28"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

34 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.3 on Feb 27, 2019.

Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 88 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 70 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 147 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 117 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 94 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 131 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 87 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 145 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 90 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 131 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 78 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 147 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 83 km
Jan 21, 1999 4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom M3.3 140 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 133 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 129 km
Mar 28, 1996 67 km ESE of Aldeburgh, United Kingdom M3.0 140 km
Nov 5, 1994 5 km N of Debenham, United Kingdom M3.0 73 km
Jul 16, 2005 3 km WSW of Southwater, United Kingdom M2.9 105 km
Jan 1, 1995 2 km ESE of Halesworth, United Kingdom M2.9 96 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 117 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m 94 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.8 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.3 in Wettest
December 40°F (5°C) 2.1 in

Great Waltham has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 39°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.3") and February the driest (1.4").

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33.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% above the national average of 33.7%. 51.4% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.9%
1% above United Kingdom avg
High School+51.4%
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density85/sq mi
Total Area9.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone42.6%
Public Transit5.8%
Work from Home38.4%

Schools in Great Waltham

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Chelmer Valley High School
Little Waltham Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Great Waltham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
The Belsteads School
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Radio Stations near Great Waltham

43 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Talk Radio (UK) curent affairs, politics AAC+ 32 kbps
Smooth Country country, country music AAC 48 kbps
Street Sounds Radio dance, disco MP3
Radio Caroline Flashback 60s, 70s MP3 128 kbps
Radio Essex contemporary hits radio, pop MP3
Cam FM 97.2 MP3
BBC Essex UNKNOWN
Absolute Radio 80s 80s AAC 128 kbps
ABC Oldies Radio MP3 320 kbps
Soul Rhythms Radio UK dancehall, house MP3 320 kbps
YellowTealPurple ambient, electronic OGG 65535 kbps
Big L 2 70's, 80's MP3 128 kbps
Greatest Hits Radio (Essex) 70's, 80's AAC+ 48 kbps
Forest Gold classic hits, golden oldies AAC 128 kbps
Classic Hits Forest Radio 1950s, 1960s AAC 128 kbps
Cambridge Radio jazz, pop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Caroline North AAC+ 52 kbps
Lyca Radio MP3 192 kbps
HearMe - Love songs love songs MP3
Retro Mix Radio 70s, 80s AAC+ 48 kbps
Crackers Radio disco & jazz, funk MP3 320 kbps
The Voice Of Doom death metal, doom metal AAC 320 kbps
Lifestyle Radio UK country, pop MP3 192 kbps
Zero Radio MP3 128 kbps
Loose FM eclectic, electronic MP3 320 kbps
Sheppey FM 92.2 MP3 256 kbps
Colin Mogagabe MP3 128 kbps
Homemade Radio adult contemporary, blues MP3 320 kbps
LoversRockRadio MP3 192 kbps
Heart Cambridge 103.0 hot adult contemporary MP3 128 kbps
Radioalfa2 classic hits MP3
Oldskool UK dnb, hardcore MP3 128 kbps
Slim Radio deep house, disco MP3 320 kbps
City Sound pop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Caroline Flashback MP3 128 kbps
GlitterBeam Italia lgbt, lgbtqia+ MP3 192 kbps
Chelmsford Community Radio independent MP3 128 kbps
NanoRadio MP3 192 kbps
Stomp Radio MP3 128 kbps
GlitterBeam Radio MP3 128 kbps
Phoenix FM community radio MP3 128 kbps
Hospital Radio Chelmsford MP3 128 kbps
Kori The Pom Radio drum & bass, edm MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Great Waltham

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alderford Water Mill
Braintree Museum
Brentwood Museum
Chelmsford Museum
Coggeshall Museum
Colne Valley Railway
Combined Military Services Museum
Dunmow Maltings
Earls Colne Heritage Museum
Essex Police Museum
Flitch Way Railway Carriage Museum
Great Bardfield Cottage Museum
Museum in the Park
Peter Edwards Library & Museum
Prior's Hall Barn
Prittlewell Priory
RAF Hornchurch Heritage Centre
Ridgewell Airfield Museum
Saffron Walden Museum
Sandford Mill Museum
Shell House
Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome Museum
The Cater Museum
The Museum of Power
Upminster Tithe Barn
Warner Textile Archive

Libraries in Great Waltham

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ARU Library0.0
Basildon Library0.0
Billericay Library0.0
Braintree Library0.0
Brentwood Library0.0
Broomfield Library0.0
Chelmsford Central Library0.0
Chipping Ongar Library0.0
Coggeshall Library0.0
Danbury Library0.0
Earls Colne Library0.0
Fryerns Library0.0
Galleywood Library0.0
Great Baddow Library0.0
Great Tarpots Library0.0
Hadleigh Library0.0
Halstead Library0.0
Harold Hill Library0.0
Harold Wood Library0.0
Hatfield Peverel Library0.0
Hockley Library0.0
Hornchurch Library0.0
Hullbridge Library0.0
Ingatestone Library0.0
Kelvedon Library0.0
Kent Elms Library0.0
Laindon Library0.0
Maldon Library0.0
North Melbourne Library0.0
Pitsea Library0.0
Pitsea Library0.0
Rayleigh Library0.0
Rochford Library0.0
Rochford Library0.0
Saffron Walden Library0.0
Shenfield Library0.0
Sible Hedingham Library0.0
Silver End Library0.0
South Benfleet Library0.0
South Woodham Ferrers Library0.0
Springfield Library0.0
Stock Library0.0
Thaxted Library0.0
The Bishop Wilson Memorial Library0.0
Thomas Plume's Library0.0
Upminster Library0.0
Vange Library0.0
Warner Library0.0
Westcliff Library0.0
Wickham Bishops Library0.0
Witham Library0.0
Writtle Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Great Waltham

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Barleylands Craft Village
Basildon Market
Chelmsford Market
Coggeshall Market
Dunton Boot Sale
Market Square
Rayleigh Lanes

Cafes in Great Waltham

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Costa
Costa
Fontanella
Pudding Wood Cafe
The Stores

Clinics in Great Waltham

4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Edward House
The Christopher Unit
The Crystal Centre
The Linden Centre

Bus Stations in Great Waltham

2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chelmer Valley Park and Ride
GB #179716589

Gas Stations in Great Waltham

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Golf Courses in Great Waltham

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Channels Golf Club

Breweries in Great Waltham

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Billericay Brewing Company
Brentwood Brewing
Chelmsford Brew Co Ltd
Courtyard Brewery
Crouch Vale Brewery
Crouch Vale Brewery
Felstar Brewery
Maldon Brewing Co
Mighty Oak Brewing Co. Ltd
Pumphouse Brewery
Saffron Brewery
Shalford Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Great Waltham

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Ski Resorts Near Great Waltham

2 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Great Waltham

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Gatwick AirportLGWLarge Airport
London Stansted AirportSTNLarge Airport
Cambridge City AirportCBGMedium Airport
London Biggin Hill AirportBQHMedium Airport
London City AirportLCYMedium Airport
London Southend AirportSENMedium Airport
RAF HoningtonBEQMedium Airport
RAF LakenheathLKZMedium Airport
RAF MildenhallMHZMedium Airport
Wattisham AirfieldMedium Airport
Andrewsfield AerodromeSmall Airport
Armshold Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Audley End AirfieldSmall Airport
Barling AirfieldSmall Airport
Barnards FarmSmall Airport
Barnfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bedwell Hey Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Benington AirfieldSmall Airport
Bensons Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Blooms Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bonnington AirstripSmall Airport
Brickwall Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Broadmarsh Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brooklands Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brown Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bury Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Challock AirfieldSmall Airport
Chatteris AirfieldSmall Airport
Chelworth House AirstripSmall Airport
Chipstead Private AirstripSmall Airport
Clacton AirfieldSmall Airport
Clees Hall AirstripSmall Airport
Clipgate Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Coldharbour Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Coleman Green AirstripSmall Airport
Cottered AirstripSmall Airport
Crockham Hill AirfieldSmall Airport
Crosbie Field ULSmall Airport
Crowfield AirfieldSmall Airport
Cuckoo Tye Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Damyns Hall AerodromeSmall Airport
Duxford AerodromeSmall Airport
Dysons Osiers AirstripSmall Airport
Earls Colne AirfieldSmall Airport
East Haxted Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Egerton AirfieldSmall Airport
Elmsett AirfieldSmall Airport
Exning AirstripSmall Airport
Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Fen End Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Great Waltham

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Great Waltham Post Office

Treatment Centers in Great Waltham

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Perry Clayman Project

Churches & Religious Organizations in Great Waltham

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chignal Chapel
Little Waltham United Reform Church
St Martins, Little Waltham
St Mary and St Lawrence, Great Waltham
St Mary with St Leonard, Broomfield
St Nicholas' Church, Chignall Smealy

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 Waltham

What is the population of Great Waltham?

Great Waltham has a population of 847 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 85 people per square mile, spread across 9.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49.1% male.

Is Great Waltham expensive to live in?

The median household income is $58,647, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $471,418 (67% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,466 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Great Waltham?

Great Waltham has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Great Waltham?

Great Waltham has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,128. There are 77 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Great Waltham?

The median home value in Great Waltham is $471,418. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,466. The homeownership rate is 71.1%.

How are the schools in Great Waltham?

33.9% of adults in Great Waltham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 51.4% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Great Waltham?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Great Waltham is 5.4% White, 1.5% Black or African American, 7.6% Asian. 93.9% of residents speak only English at home. 3.1% of the population are military veterans. 3.6% of residents have a disability.

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