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King's Lynn, United Kingdom
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King's Lynn is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 46,093. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
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| Population | 46,093 |
| Population Density | 8,173 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.7517°, 0.3952° |
| 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 | 24.3 inches (618 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $46,780 |
| Median Age | 47.5 years |
About King's Lynn
King's Lynn is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 46,093. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 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 24.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
King's Lynn vs United Kingdom Average
Income: King's Lynn vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,780 |
| 38% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,780 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $900 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,194 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 2.1% |
| Work from Home | 20.5% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $343,422 |
| 22% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,170 |
| 1% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 67.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.5% |
| Housing Units | 18,437 |
Property Tax
Climate in King's Lynn
King's Lynn has an average annual temperature of 10.8°C (51°F). The hottest month is Aug (17.5°C), the coldest is Jan (4.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 864 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.5°F |
| 8% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 5.6 sq mi (14.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 8,173/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.7517°N, 0.3952°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.6 in | Driest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | Wettest |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.2 in |
King's Lynn has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.6").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.3% |
| 31% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 39.7% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 8,173/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.6 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 2.1% |
| Work from Home | 20.5% |
Colleges & Universities in King's Lynn
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bircham Newton Training College (National Construction College) | College | — | — |
| The College of West Anglia | College | — | Visit → |
| University of Lincoln - Holbeach Campus | University | — | — |
Schools in King's Lynn
16 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Church of England Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Fen Rivers Academy | — | — | — | — |
| King Edward VII Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Eastgate Academy | — | — | — | — |
| King's Lynn Academy | — | — | — | — |
| West Winch Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| West Lynn Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Fairstead Community Primary and Nursery School | — | — | — | — |
| Churchill Park Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Highgate Infant School | — | — | — | — |
| Greyfriars Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Whitefriars Church of England Primary Academy | — | — | — | — |
| The Rosebery School | — | — | — | — |
| Howard Junior School | — | — | — | — |
| King's Oak Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Greenpark Academy | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near King's Lynn
5 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIG BARN RADIO | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| HearMe - Love songs | love songs | MP3 | |
| Hospital Radio Colchester | — | MP3 | |
| Radio West Norfolk | — | MP3 160 kbps | |
| KL1 Radio | 60s to 90s | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in King's Lynn
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discover Downham Heritage | ||||
| Fenland And West Norfolk Aviation Museum | ||||
| Hunstanton Heritage Centre | ||||
| Narborough Museum & Heritage Centre | ||||
| North Runcton Art Gallery Museum | ||||
| Octavia Hill Birthplace Museum | ||||
| Peckover House & Gardens | ||||
| St George's Guildhall | ||||
| Stories of Lynn | ||||
| The Lynn Museum | ||||
| True's Yard Fisherfolk Museum | ||||
| Wisbech & Fenland Museum |
Libraries in King's Lynn
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dersingham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Downham Market Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gaywood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Heacham Parish Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hunstanton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| King's Lynn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Marham Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wisbech Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in King's Lynn
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downham Market | |||||
| Hunstanton Market | |||||
| Wisbech Market Place |
Hotels in King's Lynn
8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in King's Lynn
28 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in King's Lynn
29 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in King's Lynn
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in King's Lynn
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in King's Lynn
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in King's Lynn
7 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in King's Lynn
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in King's Lynn
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in King's Lynn
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in King's Lynn
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in King's Lynn
9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in King's Lynn
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in King's Lynn
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Brewery | ||||
| Downham Cider and Tap Room |
Stadiums & Teams in King's Lynn
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near King's Lynn
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Acthorpe Top Farm Airstrip | — | 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 |
| 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 |
| Brookfield Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Brooklands Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Brown Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bucknall Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Burnham Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Cadwell Park Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Chatteris Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Coldharbour Farm 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 |
| Cuxwold Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Decoy Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Duxford Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| East Kirkby Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| East Winch Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Eastfield Farm 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 |
| Grange Farm Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gransden Lodge Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Great Ashfield Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Great Friars Thornes Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in King's Lynn
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| King's Lynn Post Office | |
| Seabank Post Office | |
| South Lynn Post Office | |
| West Lynn Post Office | |
| West Winch Post Office | |
| Wisbech Road Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in King's Lynn
18 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints | |
| All Saints' Church | |
| Holy Family | |
| King's Lynn Christian Fellowship | |
| King's Lynn Evangelical Church | |
| King's Lynn Minster | |
| Kingdom Hall | |
| Kings Lynn Baptist Church | |
| London Road Methodist Church | |
| North Lynn Methodist Church | |
| Our Lady of The Annunciation | |
| Saint Faith's Church | |
| Saint John the Evangelist | |
| Saint Mary's Church | |
| Saint Peter | |
| Seabank Chapel | |
| The Chapel of Saint Nicholas | |
| The Salvation Army - King's Lynn |
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What is the population of King's Lynn?
King's Lynn has a population of 46,093 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 8,173 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.
Is King's Lynn expensive to live in?
The median household income is $46,780, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $343,422 (22% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,170 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in King's Lynn?
King's Lynn 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 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches.
How is the job market in King's Lynn?
King's Lynn has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $900. There are 4,194 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in King's Lynn?
The median home value in King's Lynn is $343,422. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,170. The homeownership rate is 67.5%.
How are the schools in King's Lynn?
23.3% of adults in King's Lynn hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 39.7% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of King's Lynn?
The racial and ethnic makeup of King's Lynn is 6.8% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 2.3% Asian. 93.7% of residents speak only English at home. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 5.9% of residents have a disability.