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Kelvedon, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Kelvedon is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 5,322. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,322 Population 20/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$50,434 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$50,434 median income, 4.4% unemployment
D
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$419,828 home value, $1,261/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Kelvedon

Kelvedon

Kelvedon is a village and civil parish in the Braintree District of Essex, England. It lies 9 miles (14 km) south-west of Colchester, its post town, and 12 miles (19 km) north-east of the county town of Chelmsford. At the 2021 census the parish had a population of 3,648. Kelvedon and the neighbouring village of Feering now form a single built-up area.

People

Population5,322
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density20/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,434
Per Capita$50,434
Unemployment4.4%

Housing

D
Home Value$419,828
Rent$1,261
Ownership68.6%
Housing Units2,129

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.8%
High School+44.1%

Community

Population5,322
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates51.8401°, 0.7057°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation32.4 inches (823 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.8 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$50,434
Median Age43.4 years

About Kelvedon

Kelvedon is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 5,322. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Kelvedon has a population of 5,322 with a density of 20 people per square mile, spread across 260.0 square miles. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (4%), with 2.7% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.3% of residents. 3.7% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 4.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

5,322
Total Population
20
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above United Kingdom avg
260.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.3%
23% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 3.7%

Social Characteristics

Kelvedon vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Kelvedon is $50,434, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,434 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $970, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 484 business establishments. 28.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Kelvedon vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$50,434
33% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$50,434
Avg Weekly Wage$970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)484

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.6%
Public Transit3.5%
Work from Home28.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Kelvedon is $419,828, 49% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,261 (8% above the national average of $1,163). 68.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,129 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$419,828
49% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,261
8% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.6%
Owner-Occupied68.6%
Renter-Occupied31.4%
Housing Units2,129

Property Tax

Kelvedon experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 40°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 32.4 inches. The area receives 2.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area260.0 sq mi (673.4 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates51.8401°N, 0.7057°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.4"
15% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 2.8"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.24"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

30 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 87 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 61 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 101 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 78 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 138 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 78 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 139 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 87 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 83 km
Jan 21, 1999 4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom M3.3 139 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 99 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 126 km
Mar 28, 1996 67 km ESE of Aldeburgh, United Kingdom M3.0 122 km
Sep 6, 1993 35 km E of Caister-on-Sea, United Kingdom M3.0 141 km
Nov 5, 1994 5 km N of Debenham, United Kingdom M3.0 58 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 117 km
Feb 15, 1994 4 km NNE of Banham, United Kingdom M2.9 76 km
Jul 16, 2005 3 km WSW of Southwater, United Kingdom M2.9 120 km
Jan 1, 1995 2 km ESE of Halesworth, United Kingdom M2.9 80 km
Sep 22, 2015 2 km W of Cottesmore, United Kingdom M2.8 136 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 - 110 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m - 90 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.0 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.7 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.6 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.5 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.2 in Wettest
December 40°F (5°C) 2.0 in

Kelvedon has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.2") and February the driest (1.3").

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25.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 23% below the national average of 33.7%. 44.1% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.8%
23% below United Kingdom avg
High School+44.1%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density20/sq mi
Total Area260.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.6%
Public Transit3.5%
Work from Home28.8%

Schools in Kelvedon

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kelvedon St Mary's Church of England Primary Academy - - - -
Feering Church of England Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Kelvedon

32 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Street Sounds Radio dance, disco MP3
Radio Caroline Flashback 60s, 70s MP3 128 kbps
The Mix Radio 80s 1980s, 80s MP3 256 kbps
Radio Essex contemporary hits radio, pop MP3
BBC Essex - UNKNOWN
ABC Oldies Radio - MP3 320 kbps
Big L 2 70's, 80's MP3 128 kbps
Greatest Hits Radio (Essex) 70's, 80's AAC+ 48 kbps
EKR Retro Rock 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
FunkURadio 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
YellowTealPurple ambient, electronic OGG 65535 kbps
HearMe - Love songs love songs MP3
Radio Caroline North - AAC+ 52 kbps
Retro Mix Radio 70s, 80s AAC+ 48 kbps
The Voice Of Doom death metal, doom metal AAC 320 kbps
Zero Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Alpha Wave Radio - MP3 320 kbps
Lifestyle Radio UK country, pop MP3 192 kbps
FUNKERFM world music AAC+ 128 kbps
City Sound pop MP3 128 kbps
Phoenix FM community radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Caroline Flashback - MP3 128 kbps
Sheppey FM 92.2 - MP3 256 kbps
Chelmsford Community Radio independent 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

Museums in Kelvedon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alderford Water Mill
Boxted Airfield Museum
Braintree Museum
Burnham-on-Crouch and District Museum
Chelmsford Museum
Coggeshall Museum
Colchester Castle
Colne Valley Railway
Combined Military Services Museum
Earls Colne Heritage Museum
East Anglian Railway Museum
Essex Police Museum
Flitch Way Railway Carriage Museum
Gainsborough's House
Heritage Centre & Platforms 5 + 6
Hollytrees Museum
Mangapp's Farm
Mersea Island Museum
Museum in the Park
Natural History Museum
Peter Edwards Library & Museum
Radio Caroline Ross Revenge
RAF Bradwell Bay Preservation Group
Restoration Shed
Ridgewell Airfield Museum
Roman Circus Visitor Centre
Sandford Mill Museum
Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome Museum
Sudbury Heritage Centre and Museum
The Ancient House Museum
The Museum of Power
Tiptree Jam Museum
Warner Textile Archive

Libraries in Kelvedon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Albert Sloman Library0.0
ARU Library0.0
Braintree Library0.0
Broomfield Library0.0
Burnham-on-Crouch Library0.0
Chelmsford Central Library0.0
Clare Library0.0
Coggeshall Library0.0
Colchester Library0.0
Danbury Library0.0
Earls Colne Library0.0
Galleywood Library0.0
Great Baddow Library0.0
Greenstead Library0.0
Hadleigh Library0.0
Halstead Library0.0
Hatfield Peverel Library0.0
Hockley Library0.0
Hullbridge Library0.0
Kelvedon Library0.0
Long Melford Library0.0
Maldon Library0.0
Prettygate Library0.0
Sible Hedingham Library0.0
Silver End Library0.0
South Woodham Ferrers Library0.0
Southminster Libary0.0
Springfield Library0.0
Stanway Library0.0
Sudbury Library0.0
The Bishop Wilson Memorial Library0.0
Thomas Plume's Library0.0
Tiptree Library0.0
Warner Library0.0
West Mersea Library0.0
Wickham Bishops Library0.0
Witham Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kelvedon

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Chelmsford Market
Coggeshall Market

Hotels in Kelvedon

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Prested Hall
Travelodge

Restaurants in Kelvedon

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Indian Cottage
The Red Dog

Cafes in Kelvedon

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Otto

Dentists in Kelvedon

2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #889265770
Mid Essex Dental Care

Train Stations in Kelvedon

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kelvedon

Gas Stations in Kelvedon

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Esso

Breweries in Kelvedon

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Chelmsford Brew Co Ltd
Courtyard Brewery
Crouch Vale Brewery
Crouch Vale Brewery
Felstar Brewery
Little Earth Project
Maldon Brewing Co
Mauldons
Mersea Island Brewery
Mighty Oak Brewing Co. Ltd
Nethergate Brewery
Other Monkey Brewing
Pumphouse Brewery
Red Fox Brewery
Roughacre Brewery
Shalford Brewery
Viaduct Brewhouse
Wibblers Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Kelvedon

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Ski Resorts Near Kelvedon

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Kelvedon

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Stansted AirportSTNLarge Airport
Cambridge City AirportCBGMedium Airport
London Biggin Hill AirportBQHMedium Airport
London City AirportLCYMedium Airport
London Southend AirportSENMedium Airport
RAF HoningtonBEQMedium Airport
RAF LakenheathLKZMedium Airport
RAF MildenhallMHZMedium Airport
Wattisham Airfield-Medium Airport
Andrewsfield Aerodrome-Small Airport
Armshold Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Audley End Airfield-Small Airport
Barling Airfield-Small Airport
Barnards Farm-Small Airport
Barnfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bedwell Hey Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bensons Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Blooms Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brickwall Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Broadmarsh Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brown Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bury Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Chalksole Green Airstrip-Small Airport
Challock Airfield-Small Airport
Channel Gliding Club-Small Airport
Chatteris Airfield-Small Airport
Clacton Airfield-Small Airport
Clees Hall Airstrip-Small Airport
Clipgate Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Coldharbour Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Crockham Hill Airfield-Small Airport
Crosbie Field UL-Small Airport
Crowfield Airfield-Small Airport
Cuckoo Tye Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Damyns Hall Aerodrome-Small Airport
Debach Airfield-Small Airport
Duxford Aerodrome-Small Airport
Earls Colne Airfield-Small Airport
East Haxted Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Egerton Airfield-Small Airport
Elmsett Airfield-Small Airport
Exning Airstrip-Small Airport
Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Fen End Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Fir Grove Airstrip-Small Airport
Fowlmere Airfield-Small Airport
Fridd Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Frinsted Airstrip-Small Airport
Gerpins Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Great Ashfield Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Kelvedon

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bhavani General Store and Post Office

Treatment Centers in Kelvedon

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Open Road
Perry Clayman Project

Churches & Religious Organizations in Kelvedon

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints, Feering
All Saints, Inworth
Feering Evangelical Church
Kelevedon United Reformed Church
Quaker Meeting House
St Mary Immaculate & The Holy Archangels
St Mary the Virgin, Kelvedon

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 Kelvedon

What is the population of Kelvedon?

Kelvedon has a population of 5,322 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 260.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51% female and 49% male.

Is Kelvedon expensive to live in?

The median household income is $50,434, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $419,828 (49% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,261 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kelvedon?

Kelvedon has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Kelvedon?

Kelvedon has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $970. There are 484 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kelvedon?

The median home value in Kelvedon is $419,828. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,261. The homeownership rate is 68.6%.

How are the schools in Kelvedon?

25.8% of adults in Kelvedon hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 44.1% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Kelvedon?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Kelvedon is 4% White, 1% Black or African American, 2.7% Asian. 96.3% of residents speak only English at home. 3.7% of the population are military veterans. 4.4% of residents have a disability.

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