Hilgay, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Hilgay is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,346. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
Discover Hilgay, United Kingdom
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,346 |
| Population Density | 104 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.5597°, 0.3896° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 23.9 inches (607 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Hilgay
Hilgay is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,346. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 23.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.7°F |
| 8% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 12.9 sq mi (33.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 104/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.5597°N, 0.3896°E |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 1.5 in | Driest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.1 in |
Hilgay has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.5").
Schools in Hilgay
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hilgay Riverside Academy | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Hilgay
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cam FM 97.2 | - | MP3 | |
| BIG BARN RADIO | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Cambridge Radio | jazz, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| HearMe - Love songs | love songs | MP3 | |
| Hospital Radio Colchester | - | MP3 | |
| Heart Cambridge 103.0 | hot adult contemporary | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LoversRockRadio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio West Norfolk | - | MP3 160 kbps | |
| KL1 Radio | 60s to 90s | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Hilgay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1930s fen dwelling | ||||
| Adams Heritage Centre | ||||
| Brandon Heritage Centre | ||||
| Discover Downham Heritage | ||||
| Ely Museum | ||||
| Fenland And West Norfolk Aviation Museum | ||||
| Mildenhall Museum | ||||
| Narborough Museum & Heritage Centre | ||||
| North Runcton Art Gallery Museum | ||||
| Octavia Hill Birthplace Museum | ||||
| Peckover House & Gardens | ||||
| Prickwillow Museum | ||||
| RAF Witchford Display of Memorabilia | ||||
| St George's Guildhall | ||||
| Stories of Lynn | ||||
| Stretham Old Engine | ||||
| The Lynn Museum | ||||
| The Stained Glass Museum | ||||
| True's Yard Fisherfolk Museum | ||||
| West Stow Anglo-Saxon Museum | ||||
| Wisbech & Fenland Museum |
Libraries in Hilgay
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Downham Market Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ely Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gaywood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Haddenham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| King's Lynn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lakenheath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Liberty Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Littleport Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Marham Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mildenhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| RAF Mildenhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Soham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wisbech Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Hilgay
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downham Market | |||||
| Ely Markets | |||||
| Market Hill | |||||
| Wisbech Market Place |
Golf Courses in Hilgay
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Hilgay
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Brewery | ||||
| Cambridge Brewery | ||||
| Downham Cider and Tap Room | ||||
| Hereward Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Hilgay
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Hilgay
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| London Stansted Airport | STN | Large Airport |
| 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 |
| Wattisham Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| (Duplicete)East Kirkby Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Andrewsfield Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Armshold Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ashley's Field Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Audley End Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Barnfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bedwell Hey Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Benington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Blooms Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blue Tile Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Boston Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Boughton North Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brickwall Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broadmarsh Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brooklands Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brown Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bucknall Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Burnham Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bury Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chatteris Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Clees Hall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coldharbour Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cottered Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cowbit Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Croft Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crosbie Field UL | - | Small Airport |
| Crowfield Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Crowland Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Cuckoo Tye Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Decoy Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Duxford Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Earls Colne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| East Kirkby Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| East Winch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Elmsett Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Exning Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fen End Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fenland Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fowlmere Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Foxburrow Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Furze Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gransden Lodge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hilgay
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints | |
| Hilgay Methodist Chapel | |
| Saint Mark |
Quick Facts
🇬🇧 About United Kingdom
Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Hilgay
What is the population of Hilgay?
Hilgay has a population of 1,346 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 104 people per square mile, spread across 12.9 square miles.
What is the weather like in Hilgay?
Hilgay has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 23.9 inches.
Nearby Cities
Want every data point for Hilgay?
The full profile puts all sections on one printable page, no tabs.
Full City Profile