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Headcorn, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Headcorn is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,505. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,505 Population 223/sq mi density
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
40.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$48,503 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$48,503 median income, 4.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.3 / 5.0
$456,910 home value, $1,213/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Headcorn

Headcorn

Headcorn is a village and civil parish in the borough of Maidstone in Kent, England. The parish is on the floodplain of the River Beult south east of Maidstone.

People

Population2,505
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density223/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 8%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,503
Per Capita$48,503
Unemployment4.3%

Housing

F
Home Value$456,910
Rent$1,213
Ownership69.3%
Housing Units1,002

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+47.5%

Community

Population2,505
Population Density223 / sq mi
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates51.1697°, 0.6243°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation40.0 inches (1,017 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.7 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$48,503
Median Age41.3 years

About Headcorn

Headcorn is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,505. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Headcorn has a population of 2,505 with a density of 223 people per square mile, spread across 11.2 square miles. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (7.9%), with 1.3% Black, 6.5% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 91.7% of residents. 4.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 4.3% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

2,505
Total Population
223
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above United Kingdom avg
11.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 91.7%
17% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 8.3%

Social Characteristics

Headcorn vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Headcorn is $48,503, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,503 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $933, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 228 business establishments. 31.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Headcorn vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,503
35% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$48,503
Avg Weekly Wage$933

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)228

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone50.1%
Public Transit4.5%
Work from Home31.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Headcorn is $456,910, 62% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,213 (4% above the national average of $1,163). 69.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,002 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$456,910
62% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,213
4% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.3%
Owner-Occupied69.3%
Renter-Occupied30.7%
Housing Units1,002

Property Tax

Headcorn experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 42°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 40.0 inches. The area receives 4.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area11.2 sq mi (29.1 km²)
Population Density223/sq mi
Coordinates51.1697°N, 0.6243°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.0"
5% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 4.7"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.87"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

38 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 28 km
Oct 6, 1999 34 km NNW of Fécamp, France M4.6 126 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 135 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 118 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SSE of Longfossé, France M4.0 104 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 95 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 85 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 59 km
Jan 27, 1992 6 km SSE of Longfossé, France M3.5 107 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 39 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 146 km
Jun 16, 1998 18 km NNW of Yport, France M3.3 147 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 64 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 114 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 84 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 86 km
Jul 2, 2001 3 km NNE of Oostduinkerke, Belgium M3.1 145 km
Aug 26, 2002 40 km NNW of Étretat, France M3.0 133 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 102 km
May 1, 1997 21 km W of Fort-Mahon-Plage, France M3.0 103 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 - 71 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m - 44 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.8 in
February 40°F (4°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.8 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.8 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.8 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.5 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.8 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.9 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in

Headcorn has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 40°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.9") and February the driest (1.7").

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29.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 11% below the national average of 33.7%. 47.5% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.9%
11% below United Kingdom avg
High School+47.5%
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density223/sq mi
Total Area11.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone50.1%
Public Transit4.5%
Work from Home31.1%

Schools in Headcorn

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Headcorn Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Headcorn

25 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Street Sounds Radio dance, disco MP3
DnB Liquified liquid dnb MP3 128 kbps
Radio Essex contemporary hits radio, pop MP3
BBC Essex - UNKNOWN
More Radio Eastbourne hits, pop AAC+ 48 kbps
EKR Retro Rock 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
Hailsham FM local radio MP3 128 kbps
West Kent Radio - MP3 170 kbps
Retro Mix Radio 70s, 80s AAC+ 48 kbps
Lifestyle Radio UK country, pop MP3 192 kbps
Zero Radio - MP3 128 kbps
The Voice Of Doom death metal, doom metal AAC 320 kbps
Phoenix FM community radio MP3 128 kbps
Kori The Pom Radio drum & bass, edm MP3 128 kbps
GlitterBeam Italia lgbt, lgbtqia+ MP3 192 kbps
Hospital Radio Chelmsford - MP3 128 kbps
Stomp Radio - MP3 128 kbps
NanoRadio - MP3 192 kbps
Radioalfa2 classic hits MP3
Homemade Radio adult contemporary, blues MP3 320 kbps
Colin Mogagabe - MP3 128 kbps
TGM GOSPEL RADIO gospel MP3 320 kbps
Power Ace Radio afrobeats, easy listening MP3 128 kbps
White Cliffs Radio - MP3
Conquest Hospital Radio - MP3 160 kbps

Museums in Headcorn

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ashford Borough Museum
Brenzett Aeronautical Museum
Colonel Stephens Railway Museum
Cranbrook Museum
Dog collar museum
Eastchurch Aviation Museum
Eastchurch Aviation Museum
Exhibition and Model Railway
Guildhall Museum
Lashenden Air Warfare Museum
Maidstone Museum
Museum of Carriages
Queenborough Guildhall Museum
Queens Own Royal West Kent Regiment Museum
Rolvenden Layne Sound Museum
Romney Marsh Wartime Collection
Royal Engineers Museum
Rye Castle Museum
Rye Castle Museum at Ypres Tower
Sittingbourne Heritage Museum
Tenterden District Museum
The C.M Booth Collection
The South East Romany Museum
Winchelsea Corporation Museum
Woodchurch Museum

Libraries in Headcorn

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Allington Library0.0
Bearsted Library0.0
Charing Library0.0
Chatham Library & Community Hub0.0
Coxheath Library0.0
Cuxton Library0.0
Drill Hall Library Block A0.0
Drill Hall Library Block B0.0
Drill Hall Library Block C0.0
East Peckham Library0.0
Gillingham Library0.0
Hawkhurst Library0.0
Headcorn Library0.0
Hempstead Public Library0.0
Higham Library0.0
Hoo Library0.0
Hoo Library0.0
Kent History and Library Centre0.0
Larkfield Library0.0
Lenham Library0.0
Lordswood Library0.0
Luton Library0.0
Marden Library0.0
Marling Cross Library0.0
Medway Archives Centre0.0
Northiam Library0.0
Paddock Wood Library0.0
Queenborough Library0.0
Rainham Library0.0
Resource Centre0.0
Riverview Park Library0.0
Rochester Community Hub0.0
Rye Public Library0.0
Shepway Library0.0
Sittingbourne Library0.0
Staplehurst Library0.0
Strood Library & Community Hub0.0
Tenterden Library0.0
The Stanhope Centre0.0
The Thomas Aveling School and Community Library0.0
Twydall Library0.0
Walderslade Hook Meadow Library0.0
Walderslade Village Library0.0
West Malling Library0.0
Wigmore Library0.0
Yalding Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Headcorn

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Boot Sale
Rochester Christmas Market
Rye Farmers' Market
Rye Market

Restaurants in Headcorn

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Krishna Indian Restaurant
Wings Bar & Restaurant

Cafes in Headcorn

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Coffee Corner
Costa
Foodies Emporium
Headcorn Airfield cafe
Village Tea Rooms

Cinemas in Headcorn

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Headcorn Cinema

Dentists in Headcorn

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #473452133

Train Stations in Headcorn

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Headcorn

Gas Stations in Headcorn

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Texaco

Golf Courses in Headcorn

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Weald of Kent Golf Course

Breweries in Headcorn

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brumaison Beer
Curious Brewing
Goachers Brewery
Hopdaemon Brewery
Kent Brewey
Nelson Brewery
Old Dairy Brewery
Tonbridge Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Headcorn

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Ski Resorts Near Headcorn

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Headcorn

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Stansted AirportSTNLarge Airport
London Biggin Hill AirportBQHMedium Airport
London City AirportLCYMedium Airport
London Southend AirportSENMedium Airport
Lydd London Ashford AirportLYXMedium Airport
Acton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Andrewsfield Aerodrome-Small Airport
Barcombe-North Airstrip-Small Airport
Barling Airfield-Small Airport
Barnards Farm-Small Airport
Benington Airfield-Small Airport
Bensons Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bonnington Airstrip-Small Airport
Bradleys Lawn Airstrip-Small Airport
Bury Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Chalksole Green Airstrip-Small Airport
Challock Airfield-Small Airport
Channel Gliding Club-Small Airport
Chelworth House Airstrip-Small Airport
Churchlands Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Clacton Airfield-Small Airport
Clipgate Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Crockham Hill Airfield-Small Airport
Damyns Hall Aerodrome-Small Airport
Danehill Airstrip-Small Airport
Deanland Lewes Airfield-Small Airport
Dysons Osiers Airstrip-Small Airport
Earls Colne Airfield-Small Airport
East Haxted Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Egerton Airfield-Small Airport
Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Fridd Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Frinsted Airstrip-Small Airport
Gerpins Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Great Oakley Airfield-Small Airport
Hamilton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Harringe Court Airfield-Small Airport
Headcorn Aerodrome-Small Airport
High Cross Airstrip-Small Airport
High Easter Airfield-Small Airport
Homefield Farm / Edenbridge Airstrip-Small Airport
Horsey Island Airfield-Small Airport
Hunsdon Airfield-Small Airport
Inglenook Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Jenkins Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kenley Glider Field-Small Airport
Kittyhawk Aerodrome-Small Airport
Laddingford Aerodrome-Small Airport
Lamberhurst Airstrip-Small Airport
Lamberhurst Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Headcorn

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Headcorn Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Headcorn

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Headcorn Baptist Chapel
Headcorn Methodist Church
St Peter & St Paul
St Thomas of Canterbury Catholic 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 Headcorn

What is the population of Headcorn?

Headcorn has a population of 2,505 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 223 people per square mile, spread across 11.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Headcorn expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,503, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $456,910 (62% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,213 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Headcorn?

Headcorn has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Headcorn?

Headcorn has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $933. There are 228 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Headcorn?

The median home value in Headcorn is $456,910. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,213. The homeownership rate is 69.3%.

How are the schools in Headcorn?

29.9% of adults in Headcorn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 47.5% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Headcorn?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Headcorn is 7.9% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 6.5% Asian. 91.7% of residents speak only English at home. 4.0% of the population are military veterans. 4.3% of residents have a disability.

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