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Heacham, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Heacham is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 4,714. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Heacham
Heacham is a large village in West Norfolk, England, overlooking The Wash. It lies between King's Lynn, 14 miles (23Â km) to the south, and Hunstanton, about 3 miles (4.8Â km) to the north. It has been a seaside resort for over a century and a half.
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| Population | 4,714 |
| Population Density | 691 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.9078°, 0.4939° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 24.3 inches (617 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $46,780 |
| Median Age | 47.5 years |
About Heacham
Heacham is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 4,714. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 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 24.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Heacham vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Heacham vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,780 |
| 38% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,780 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $900 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 429 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 2.1% |
| Work from Home | 20.5% |
Walkability
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
| Homeownership | 67.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.5% |
| Housing Units | 1,886 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.2°F |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 6.8 sq mi (17.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 691/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.9078°N, 0.4939°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 2.3 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in |
Heacham has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.4") and April the driest (1.5").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.3% |
| 31% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 39.7% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 691/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.8 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 2.1% |
| Work from Home | 20.5% |
Schools in Heacham
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heacham Infant and Nursery School | - | - | - | - |
| Heacham Junior School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Heacham
4 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIG BARN RADIO | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio West Norfolk | - | MP3 160 kbps | |
| KL1 Radio | 60s to 90s | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Time 2 Chill Radio | chillout, downtempo | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Heacham
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Church Farm | ||||
| Hunstanton Heritage Centre | ||||
| Narborough Museum & Heritage Centre | ||||
| North Runcton Art Gallery Museum | ||||
| St George's Guildhall | ||||
| Stories of Lynn | ||||
| The Lynn Museum | ||||
| True's Yard Fisherfolk Museum |
Libraries in Heacham
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dersingham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gaywood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Heacham Parish Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hunstanton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| King's Lynn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Marham Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Skegness Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Heacham
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hunstanton Market | |||||
| Skegness Town Market |
Restaurants in Heacham
4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Heacham
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Heacham
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Heacham
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Heacham
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Brewery | ||||
| Downham Cider and Tap Room |
Stadiums & Teams in Heacham
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Heacham
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge City Airport | CBG | Medium Airport |
| RAF Coningsby | QCY | Medium Airport |
| RAF Honington | BEQ | Medium Airport |
| RAF Lakenheath | LKZ | Medium Airport |
| RAF Marham | KNF | Medium Airport |
| RAF Mildenhall | MHZ | Medium Airport |
| (Duplicete)East Kirkby Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Acthorpe Top Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Armshold Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ashley's Field Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Barnfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bedwell Hey Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blue Tile Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Boston Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Boughton North Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Broadmarsh Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brooklands Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bucknall Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Burnham Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cadwell Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chatteris Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Coldharbour Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cowbit Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Croft Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crowfield Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Crowland Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Cuxwold Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| East Kirkby Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| East Winch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Eastfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Exning Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Felthorpe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fen End Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fenland Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fir Grove Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Foxburrow Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gransden Lodge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Great Ashfield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Great Friars Thornes Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Great Massingham Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hall Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hinderclay Meadows Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Holly Hill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Horham Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Jubilee Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kimberley Hall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kingfisher's Bridge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Knettishall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Langham Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Langmoor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Heacham
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Heacham Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Heacham
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Heacham Methodist Church | |
| Saint Mary the Virgin | |
| St. Mary the Virgin |
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What is the population of Heacham?
Heacham has a population of 4,714 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 691 people per square mile, spread across 6.8 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 Heacham 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 Heacham?
Heacham 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 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches.
How is the job market in Heacham?
Heacham 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 429 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Heacham?
The median home value in Heacham is $343,422. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,170. The homeownership rate is 67.5%.
How are the schools in Heacham?
23.3% of adults in Heacham 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 Heacham?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Heacham 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.