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Hythe, United Kingdom
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Hythe is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 14,170. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 14,170 |
| Population Density | 55 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.0715°, 1.0842° |
| 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 | 27.9 inches (708 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $49,357 |
| Median Age | 47.4 years |
About Hythe
Hythe is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 14,170. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 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 27.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Hythe vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Hythe vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,357 |
| 34% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $49,357 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $949 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.8% |
| 61% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,289 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 50.0% |
| Public Transit | 4.8% |
| Work from Home | 28.8% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $389,962 |
| 38% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,234 |
| 6% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 66.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 33.4% |
| Housing Units | 5,668 |
Property Tax
Climate in Hythe
Hythe has an average annual temperature of 12.2°C (54°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.5°C), the coldest is Jan (6.6°C). Average annual precipitation is 854 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.6°F |
| 8% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 255.9 sq mi (662.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.0715°N, 1.0842°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 37 km |
| 1911 | FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND | Meteorological | 0.9 m | - | 11 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 2.8 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 53°F (11°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.9 in |
Hythe has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.2") and May the driest (1.7").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 27.4% |
| 19% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 44.6% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 55/sq mi |
| Total Area | 255.9 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 50.0% |
| Public Transit | 4.8% |
| Work from Home | 28.8% |
Schools in Hythe
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Augustine's Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Saltwood Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Brockhill Park Performing Arts College | - | - | - | - |
| Seabrook Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hythe Bay Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Hythe
12 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Street Sounds Radio | dance, disco | MP3 | |
| Radio Essex | contemporary hits radio, pop | MP3 | |
| EKR Retro Rock | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Majestic Jukebox Radio | 60s, 70s | AAC+ 16 kbps | |
| Radio Jupiter | adult contemporary, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Zero Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| White Cliffs Radio | - | MP3 | |
| 105.9 Academy FM (Folkestone) | - | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| DCR104.9 FM | community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radioalfa2 | classic hits | MP3 | |
| NanoRadio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Stomp Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Hythe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arthur's Hall | ||||
| Ashford Borough Museum | ||||
| Brenzett Aeronautical Museum | ||||
| Canterbury Roman Museum | ||||
| Dover Museum | ||||
| Dover Transport Museum | ||||
| Fleur de Lis Heritage Centre | ||||
| Folkestone Museum | ||||
| Folkestone's Fishing Heritage And History Museum | ||||
| Godmersham Heritage Centre | ||||
| Grand Jury Museum | ||||
| Hythe Town Museum | ||||
| Kent Battle of Britain Museum | ||||
| Kent Museum of Freemasonry | ||||
| Lydd Town Museum | ||||
| Marlowe's Ghost | ||||
| PWRR & Queens Regiment Museum | ||||
| Railway Museum | ||||
| Richborough Castle Museum | ||||
| Romney Marsh Wartime Collection | ||||
| Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway | ||||
| Secret Wartime Tunnels | ||||
| Secret Wartime Tunnels | ||||
| Spur Casemates Exhibition | ||||
| St Augustine’s Abbey | ||||
| The Agricultural Museum | ||||
| The Beaney House of Art and Knowledge | ||||
| The Marlowe Kit | ||||
| The Underground Hopital | ||||
| The Wing | ||||
| Women's Land Army Museum |
Libraries in Hythe
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augustine House | 0.0 | |||||
| Aylesham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Boughton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Canterbury Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cheriton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dover Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Faversham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Folkestone Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Folkestone Library (CURRENTLY CLOSED) | 0.0 | |||||
| Hythe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Learning Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Lydd Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lydd Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lyminge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| New Romney | 0.0 | |||||
| Reception and LRC | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandgate Library & Parish Council | 0.0 | |||||
| School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sturry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Templeman Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Stanhope Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Wood Avenue Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wye Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Hythe
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Farmers Market | |||||
| Kingfisher Blinds | |||||
| Petticoat Lane Emporium | |||||
| The Goods Shed | |||||
| The Goods Yard |
Hotels in Hythe
5 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Hythe
13 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Hythe
14 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Hythe
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Hythe
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Hythe
3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Hythe
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Hythe
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Hythe
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Hythe
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Hythe
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Hythe
2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Hythe
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curious Brewing | ||||
| Floc | ||||
| Hop Fuzz Brewery | ||||
| Mad Cat Brewery | ||||
| Romney Marsh Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Hythe
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Hythe
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chatham Ski & Snowboard Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Hythe
49 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Le Touquet-Côte d'Opale Airport | LTQ | Medium Airport |
| London Southend Airport | SEN | Medium Airport |
| Lydd London Ashford Airport | LYX | Medium Airport |
| Acton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Barling Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Barnards Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Bensons Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Berck-sur-Mer Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bonnington Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Boulogne-sur-Mer - Alprech Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Chalksole Green Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Challock Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Channel Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Churchlands Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clacton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Clipgate Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Egerton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fridd Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Frinsted Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hamilton Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Harringe Court Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Headcorn Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| High Easter Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Inglenook Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Laddingford Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Lamberhurst Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lamberhurst Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Little Engeham Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Little Robhurst Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lodge Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lukesfield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Meadow Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Napps Field Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Old Hay Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Pent Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rankins Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Retreat Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ripple Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Rochester Airport | RCS | Small Airport |
| Saint-Inglevert Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Spilstead Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stoke Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Thurrock Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tiffenden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tillingham Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| West Newland Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Witherenden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Hythe
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Hythe Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hythe
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hythe Methodist Church | |
| Seabrook Church | |
| St Leonard's | |
| St Michael's Church Centre | |
| St Peter & St Paul Church | |
| The Parish Church of St. Nicholas | |
| The Salvation Army - Hythe |
Quick Facts
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14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Hythe
What is the population of Hythe?
Hythe has a population of 14,170 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 55 people per square mile, spread across 255.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.
Is Hythe expensive to live in?
The median household income is $49,357, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $389,962 (38% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,234 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Hythe?
Hythe 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. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.9 inches.
How is the job market in Hythe?
The unemployment rate in Hythe is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $949. There are 1,289 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Hythe?
The median home value in Hythe is $389,962. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,234. The homeownership rate is 66.6%.
How are the schools in Hythe?
27.4% of adults in Hythe hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 44.6% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Hythe?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Hythe is 4.7% White, 1% Black or African American, 4.4% Asian. 94.9% of residents speak only English at home. 5.7% of the population are military veterans. 6.5% of residents have a disability.