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Grimston, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Grimston is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,848. Elevation: 449 ft (137 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,848 Population 8/sq mi density
449 ft Elevation 137 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
35.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$43,053 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$43,053 median income, 3.4% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.8 / 5.0
$367,349 home value, $1,076/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,848
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,053
Per Capita$43,053
Unemployment3.4%

Housing

D
Home Value$367,349
Rent$1,076
Ownership72.0%
Housing Units739

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain35.7 in/yr
Sunny Days212/yr
Elevation449 ft (137 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.1%
High School+49.5%

Community

Population1,848
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation449 ft (137 m)
Coordinates52.7901°, -0.9866°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation35.7 inches (906 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.3 inches (13 cm)
Median Household Income$43,053
Median Age47.5 years

About Grimston

Grimston is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,848. The city sits at an elevation of 449 feet (137 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Grimston has a population of 1,848 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 238.6 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 (3.8%), with 1.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.4% of residents. 5.6% of the population are veterans. 4.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,848
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above United Kingdom avg
238.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.4%
23% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 3.6%

Social Characteristics

Grimston vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Grimston is $43,053, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,053. The average weekly wage is $828, 42% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 168 business establishments. 28.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Grimston vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$43,053
43% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$43,053
Avg Weekly Wage$828

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)168

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.4%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home28.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Grimston is $367,349, 30% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,076 (7% below the national average of $1,163). 72.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 739 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$367,349
30% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,076
7% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.0%
Owner-Occupied72.0%
Renter-Occupied28.0%
Housing Units739

Property Tax

Grimston experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 212 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.7 inches. The area receives 5.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 449 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days212 days/yr

Geography

Elevation449 ft (137 m)
Area238.6 sq mi (617.9 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates52.7901°N, 0.9866°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.7"
6% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 5.3"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.52"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.85"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

48 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 81 km
Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 84 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 145 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 132 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 112 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 11 km
Jun 9, 2018 7 km NNE of Withernsea, United Kingdom M4.1 131 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 71 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 120 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 111 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 19 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 102 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 96 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 40 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 111 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 19 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 108 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 110 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 74 km
Mar 4, 1990 2 km N of Great Haywood, United Kingdom M3.3 68 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in
February 38°F (4°C) 1.9 in Coldest, Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 2.0 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.0 in
May 51°F (11°C) 1.9 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.0 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.3 in
September 56°F (13°C) 2.3 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.4 in
December 40°F (4°C) 2.5 in Wettest

Grimston has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 38°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.9").

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31.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 8% below the national average of 33.7%. 49.5% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.1%
8% below United Kingdom avg
High School+49.5%
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density8/sq mi
Total Area238.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.4%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home28.5%

Schools in Grimston

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Ab Kettleby Primary School - - - -
Old Dalby Church of England Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Grimston

32 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Northants 1 00's, 10's MP3 128 kbps
Fosse 107 80s, 90s AAC 80 kbps
R5K Radio edm MP3 320 kbps
Derby Sound - MP3 128 kbps
Beat Route Radio - MP3 128 kbps
EAVA FM - MP3 96 kbps
Sanskar Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Lincs Sound 00s, 10s UNKNOWN
Magna Radio classic hits, hits MP3
Radio Faza - MP3 128 kbps
Radio UTSAV - AAC 80 kbps
Amber Sound FM - AAC+ 48 kbps
NREW Radio ambient groove, background MP3 192 kbps
Heckington Living Community Radio - MP3 128 kbps
MAX FM DERBY 92.2 drum and bass, news MP3 192 kbps
Radio Newark - MP3 64 kbps
Millside Hospital Radio - AAC+ 192 kbps
Erewash Sound - MP3
Magna Mix classic hits, hits MP3
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
Coalville Public Radio variety MP3
Usmani Mosque islamic, islamic religion MP3
Leicester Community Radio community radio, leicester AAC 128 kbps
Sabras Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Satsang Radio - AAC 80 kbps
Radio2Funky - MP3 128 kbps
Radio LEAR arts, culture AAC 80 kbps
Radio Horton - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Grimston

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abbey Pumping Station
Abbey Pumping Station
Barnwright's
Barnwright's
Belgrave Hall Museum
Belgrave Hall Museum
Brewhouse Yard
Brewhouse Yard
Brewhouse Yard Museum
Brewhouse Yard Museum
Canalside Heritage Centre
Canalside Heritage Centre
Charnwood Museum
Djanogly Arts Gallery
Djanogly Arts Gallery
Flintham Museum
Framework Knitters Museum
Framework Knitters Museum
Governors House
Governors House
Green's Windmill & Science Centre
Green's Windmill & Science Centre
Hucknall Flight Test Museum
Hucknall Flight Test Museum
Jewry Wall Museum
Jewry Wall Museum
John Taylor Bellfoundry Museum
Judges Retiring Room
Judges Retiring Room
King Richard III Visitor Centre
King Richard III Visitor Centre
Leicester Museum and Art Gallery
Leicester Museum and Art Gallery
Loughborough Carillon
Melton Carnegie Museum
Museum of the Royal Leicestershire Regiment
Museum of the Royal Leicestershire Regiment
National Gas Museum
National Gas Museum
National Justice Museum
National Justice Museum
National Space Centre
National Space Centre
New Art Exchange
New Art Exchange
Newarke Houses Museum
Newarke Houses Museum
Nottingham Castle Museum and Art Gallery
Nottingham Castle Museum and Art Gallery
Nottingham Forest Museum
Nottingham Forest Museum
Nottingham Industrial Museum
Nottingham Industrial Museum
Nottingham Museum of Archaeology
Nottingham Museum of Archaeology
Nottingham Natural History Museum
Nottingham Natural History Museum
Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre
Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre
Retro Computer Museum
Retro Computer Museum
Ruddington Framework Knitters Museum
Ruddington Framework Knitters Museum
Stonehurst Motor Museum
The Museum of Curiosities
The Museum of Curiosities
The Museum of the Mercian Regiment
The Museum of the Mercian Regiment
The Old Rectory Museum
The Village Museum
The Village Museum
The William Booth Birthplace Museum
The William Booth Birthplace Museum
Wollaton Dovecote
Wollaton Dovecote
Wollaton Hall
Wollaton Hall

Libraries in Grimston

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Anstey Library0.0
Arnold Library0.0
Arnold Library0.0
Aspley Library0.0
Barrow upon Soar Library0.0
Beaumont Leys Library0.0
Beeston Library0.0
Belgrave Library0.0
Bingham Library0.0
Blaby Library0.0
Blaby Library0.0
Bottesford Library0.0
Braunstone Town Library0.0
Bromley House Library0.0
Bromley House Library0.0
Bulwell Riverside Library0.0
Bulwell Riverside Library0.0
Burton Joyce Library0.0
Carlton Hill Library0.0
Carlton Library0.0
Clifton Library0.0
Cosby Public Library0.0
Cotgrave Library0.0
Cotgrave Library0.0
Countesthorpe Parish Council Community Hub0.0
David Wilson Library0.0
Djanogly Learning Resource Centre0.0
East Goscote Library0.0
Edgewood Library0.0
Edgewood Library0.0
Evington Library0.0
Eyres Monsell Self-Service Library0.0
Eyres Monsell Self-Service Library0.0
Fosse Neighbourhood Centre and Library0.0
Gedling Library0.0
George Green Library0.0
Glenfield Libary0.0
Gotham Library0.0
Gotham Library0.0
Great Glen Library0.0
Groby Library0.0
Hallward Library0.0
Hamilton Library & Learning Centre0.0
Highfields Library0.0
Hucknall Library0.0
Hyson Green Library0.0
Hyson Green Library0.0
Keyworth Library0.0
Kirby Muxloe Library0.0
Knighton Library0.0
Knighton Library0.0
Leicester Central Library0.0
Leicester Forest East Library0.0
Leicester Forest East Library0.0
Library0.0
Library0.0
Loughborough Library0.0
Lowdham Library0.0
Manuscripts and Special Collections0.0
Manuscripts and Special Collections0.0
Mapperley Library0.0
Meadows Library0.0
Medical School Library0.0
Medical School Library0.0
Melton Mowbray Library and Adult Learning Centre0.0
Memorial Hall0.0
Mountsorrel Library0.0
Narborough Library0.0
Narborough Library0.0
Netherhall Library0.0
Netherhall Library0.0
New Aylestone Park Library (Within Leisure Centre)0.0
New Aylestone Park Library (Within Leisure Centre)0.0
Nottingham Central Library0.0
Nottingham Central Library0.0
NTU - Boots Library0.0
Oadby Library0.0
Old Basford Library0.0
Old Basford Library0.0
Radcliffe-on-Trent Library0.0
Radford Lenton Library0.0
RCM Software Library0.0
RCM Software Library0.0
Rothley Library0.0
Rothley Library0.0
Ruddington Library0.0
Rushey Mead Library0.0
School Library0.0
Sherwood Library0.0
Sherwood Library0.0
Sileby Library0.0
Sneinton Library0.0
Southfields Library0.0
Southglade Park Library0.0
St Ann's Valley Library0.0
St Ann's Valley Library0.0
St Barnabas Library0.0
St Barnabas Library0.0
St Matthew's Library0.0
St Matthew's Library0.0
The Brite Centre0.0
The Dales Centre0.0
The Dales Centre0.0
Thurnby Lodge Library0.0
Thurnby Lodge Library0.0
West Bridgford Library0.0
Westcotes Library0.0
Wigston Library0.0
Wollaton Library0.0
Woodthorpe Library0.0
WQEIC Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Grimston

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Arnold Market
Hyson Green Market
Leicester Market
Leicester Market
Leicester Market Food Hall
Loughborough Market
Market Place
New Lubbesthorpe Village Market
New Lubbesthorpe Village Market
Sneinton Market
The Stalls
The Stalls
Victoria Centre Market
West Bridgford Farmers Market
West Bridgford Farmers Market

Cafes in Grimston

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nice Pie
The Flying Goose Coffee Shop

Gas Stations in Grimston

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Six Hills Service Station

Golf Courses in Grimston

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Six Hills Golf Course

Breweries in Grimston

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Anstey Brewery
Belvoir Brewery
Castle Rock Brewery
Charnwood Brewery
Crossfit
Lenton Lane Brewery
Lenton Lane Brewery
Lincoln Green Brewing Company
Liquid Light Brewing Company
Magpie Brewery
Magpie Brewery
Navigation Brewery
Navigation Brewery
Neon Raptor
Neon Raptor
Round Corner Brewery
The Angel Microbrewery

Stadiums & Teams in Grimston

TeamLeagueDivision
Friar Lane and Epworth Football Club
Harvey Hadden Stadium
Hucknall Town Football Club
King Power Stadium
Mattioli Woods Welford Road
Meadow Lane Stadium
Saffron Lane Stadium
The City Ground
Trent Bridge Cricket Ground
Uptonsteel County Ground

Airports Near Grimston

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
East Midlands AirportEMALarge Airport
Coventry AirportCVTMedium Airport
Cranfield Airport-Medium Airport
Nottingham City AirportNQTMedium Airport
RAF Barkston Heath-Medium Airport
RAF Cranwell-Medium Airport
RAF WaddingtonWTNMedium Airport
RAF Wittering-Medium Airport
Arden Heath Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bakersfield Airstrip-Small Airport
Bankwood Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Baxterley Aerodrome-Small Airport
Bedford Aerodrome-Small Airport
Beeches Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bericote Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bitteswell Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Black Spring Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Blackmoor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brookfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brooklands Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bruntingthorpe Aerodrome-Small Airport
Bucknall Airfield-Small Airport
Butterfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Buttermilk Hall Farm-Small Airport
Camp Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Camphill Airfield-Small Airport
Cardington Airstrip-Small Airport
Caunton Airfield-Small Airport
Claybrooke Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Coal Aston Airfield-Small Airport
Cottage Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Cottage Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Dalkeith Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Darlton Gliding Club-Small Airport
Decoy Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Deenethorpe Airfield-Small Airport
Derby Airfield-Small Airport
Drayton Home Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Earwig Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Easton Maudit Airstrip-Small Airport
Finningley Village Airstrip-Small Airport
Fisherwick Airfield-Small Airport
Forwood Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Furze Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Glebe Farm (Sibson) 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
Grangewood Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Grimston

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Old Dalby Post Office

Treatment Centers in Grimston

31 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Asquith Surgery
Barclay House
Bradgate Unit
Breast Care Centre
Clarendon Park Medical Centre
East Entrance
Function Jigsaw
Greenwood & Sneinton Family Medical Centre
Haymarket Health
Instep Podiatry & Footware
Leicester Recovery Hub (No. 5)
Leicester Sports Medicine Clinic
My Sight
National Rehabilitation Centre
Nottingham Brain Injury Rehabilitation and Neurological Care Centre
Oadby House Physiotherapy and Sports Clinic
Plains Physiotherapy Clinic
Skintique Clinic
Stanford Hall
Steven K Epworth Chiropodist
The Aloe Therapy Centre
The Health Shop
The Lace Market Clinic
The level
The Nottingham Centre For Transgender Health
The Spine Clinic
Total Heeling
Treats Beauty & Aesthetics
Turning Point
Ultralase
Wigston Sports & Health Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Grimston

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints
St James
St John the Baptist
St John the Baptist
St Michael's Wartnaby
St Peter

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 Grimston

What is the population of Grimston?

Grimston has a population of 1,848 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 238.6 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 Grimston expensive to live in?

The median household income is $43,053, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $367,349 (30% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,076 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Grimston?

Grimston 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 61°F in July. The area receives 212 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 35.7 inches, with 5.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Grimston?

Grimston has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $828. There are 168 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Grimston?

The median home value in Grimston is $367,349. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,076. The homeownership rate is 72.0%.

How are the schools in Grimston?

31.1% of adults in Grimston hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 49.5% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Grimston?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Grimston is 3.8% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 1.5% Asian. 96.4% of residents speak only English at home. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 4.0% of residents have a disability.

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