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Horncastle, United Kingdom
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Horncastle is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 6,815. Elevation: 108 ft (33 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).
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People
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| Population | 6,815 |
| Population Density | 3,084 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 108 ft (33 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.2078°, -0.1172° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.7 inches (653 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $40,025 |
| Median Age | 52.7 years |
About Horncastle
Horncastle is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 6,815. The city sits at an elevation of 108 feet (33 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Horncastle vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Horncastle vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $40,025 |
| 47% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $40,025 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $770 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.9% |
| 64% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 620 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 59.5% |
| Public Transit | 1.3% |
| Work from Home | 19.8% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $283,999 |
| 1% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,001 |
| 14% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 68.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 31.5% |
| Housing Units | 2,726 |
Property Tax
Climate in Horncastle
Horncastle has an average annual temperature of 10.4°C (51°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.4°C), the coldest is Jan (4.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 613 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.7°F |
| 10% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 289 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 108 ft (33 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,084/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.2078°N, 0.1172°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.0 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 56°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.2 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
Horncastle has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 38°F in January to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 25.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.7").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.5% |
| 36% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 38.1% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 3,084/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.2 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 59.5% |
| Public Transit | 1.3% |
| Work from Home | 19.8% |
Schools in Horncastle
4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Lawrence School | — | — | — | — |
| Horncastle Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| The Banovallum School | — | — | — | — |
| Queen Elizabeth's Grammar School, Horncastle | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Horncastle
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magna Radio | classic hits, hits | MP3 | |
| Lincs Sound | 00s, 10s | UNKNOWN | |
| Magna Mix | classic hits, hits | MP3 | |
| Heckington Living Community Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Time 2 Chill Radio | chillout, downtempo | MP3 320 kbps |
Museums in Horncastle
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BBMF Visitor Centre | ||||
| Boston Guildhall | ||||
| Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre | ||||
| Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre | ||||
| Louth Museum | ||||
| Metheringham Airfield Visitor Centre | ||||
| North Ings Farm Museum | ||||
| Tattershall Castle | ||||
| The Bubblecar Museum | ||||
| The Cottage Museum | ||||
| Thorpe Camp | ||||
| We'll Meet Again |
Libraries in Horncastle
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Community Access Centre and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Horncastle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Louth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Spilsby Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodhall Spa Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Horncastle
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Marketplace | |||||
| New Market Hall | |||||
| Stickney Car Boot Sale |
Hotels in Horncastle
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Horncastle
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Horncastle
10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Horncastle
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Horncastle
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Horncastle
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Horncastle
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Horncastle
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Horncastle
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Horncastle
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Horncastle
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Sail Brewery | ||||
| Luda Brewing Co |
Stadiums & Teams in Horncastle
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Horncastle
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Humberside Airport | HUY | Medium Airport |
| RAF Barkston Heath | — | Medium Airport |
| RAF Coningsby | QCY | Medium Airport |
| RAF Cranwell | — | Medium Airport |
| RAF Marham | KNF | Medium Airport |
| RAF Waddington | WTN | Medium Airport |
| RAF Wittering | — | Medium Airport |
| (Duplicete)East Kirkby Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Acthorpe Top Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ashley's Field Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bakersfield Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Beeches Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Beverley/Linley Hill Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Black Spring Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Blackmoor Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Boston Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Boughton North Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Brookfield Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bucknall Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Burton-Constable Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Cadwell Park Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Chatteris Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Cottage Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Cowbit Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Croft Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Crowland Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| Cuxwold Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Darlton Gliding Club | — | Small Airport |
| Decoy Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Deenethorpe Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| East Kirkby Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| East Winch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Eastfield Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Fenland Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Forwood Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Furze Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Garton Field Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Grange Farm Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Grange Farm Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Griffin's Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Grove Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hall Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hanbeck Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Haxey Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hibaldstow Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hill Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hollym Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Hollym West Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Howden Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Horncastle
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Horncastle Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Horncastle
13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saint's Church | |
| All Saints Church | |
| All Saints Church | |
| All Saints Church | |
| Horncastle Methodist Church | |
| Kingdom Hall | |
| Saint Andrew's Church | |
| St Peter and St Paul's Church | |
| St Wilfrid's Church | |
| St. Andrew's Church | |
| St. Benedict's Church | |
| St. John the Baptist's Church | |
| St. Mary's |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Horncastle?
Horncastle has a population of 6,815 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3,084 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 52.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.1% female and 48.9% male.
Is Horncastle expensive to live in?
The median household income is $40,025, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $283,999 (1% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,001 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Horncastle?
Horncastle has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.7 inches.
How is the job market in Horncastle?
The unemployment rate in Horncastle is 5.9%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $770. There are 620 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Horncastle?
The median home value in Horncastle is $283,999. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,001. The homeownership rate is 68.5%.
How are the schools in Horncastle?
21.5% of adults in Horncastle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 38.1% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Horncastle?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Horncastle is 1.9% White, 1% Asian. 98.1% of residents speak only English at home. 7.0% of the population are military veterans. 8.2% of residents have a disability.