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Little Clacton, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Little Clacton is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 4,590. Elevation: 72 ft (22 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,590 Population 34/sq mi density
72 ft Elevation 22 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$50,545 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$50,545 median income, 6.2% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.8 / 5.0
$343,310 home value, $1,264/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Little Clacton

Little Clacton

Little Clacton is a village and civil parish in the Tendring district of Essex, England. At the 2021 census the parish had a population of 3,065.

People

Population4,590
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density34/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,545
Per Capita$50,545
Unemployment6.2%

Housing

C+
Home Value$343,310
Rent$1,264
Ownership72.0%
Housing Units1,836

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation72 ft (22 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+35.4%

Community

Population4,590
Population Density34 / sq mi
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Coordinates51.8256°, 1.1422°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation32.4 inches (822 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.1 inches (5 cm)
Median Household Income$50,545
Median Age50.8 years

About Little Clacton

Little Clacton is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 4,590. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet (22 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Little Clacton has a population of 4,590 with a density of 34 people per square mile, spread across 134.9 square miles. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.8% female and 48.2% male. The city is predominantly White (2.3%), with 1.7% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.7% of residents. 5.1% of the population are veterans. 7.8% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

4,590
Total Population
34
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above United Kingdom avg
134.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.7%
24% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 2.3%

Social Characteristics

Little Clacton vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Little Clacton is $50,545, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,545 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $972, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 418 business establishments. 22.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Little Clacton vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,545
33% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$50,545
Avg Weekly Wage$972

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)418

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone57.6%
Public Transit3.1%
Work from Home22.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Little Clacton is $343,310, 22% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,264 (9% above the national average of $1,163). 72.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,836 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.8x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$343,310
22% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,264
9% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.0%
Owner-Occupied72.0%
Renter-Occupied28.1%
Housing Units1,836

Property Tax

Climate in Little Clacton

Little Clacton has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.2°C), the coldest is Jan (4.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 627 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.1°C / 39°F 1.7° / 6.6° 48.2
Feb 4.4°C / 40°F 1.6° / 7.3° 44.5
Mar 6.6°C / 44°F 3° / 10.1° 38.4
Apr 9°C / 48°F 4.5° / 13.4° 39.3
May 12°C / 54°F 7.4° / 16.6° 49.7
Jun 14.8°C / 59°F 10.2° / 19.5° 51.5
Jul 17.2°C / 63°F 12.4° / 22.1° 56.6
Aug 17.2°C / 63°F 12.5° / 22° 62.0
Sep 14.6°C / 58°F 10.3° / 18.8° 52.0
Oct 11°C / 52°F 7.8° / 14.3° 65.4
Nov 7.2°C / 45°F 4.5° / 9.9° 62.7
Dec 4.6°C / 40°F 2.3° / 7° 56.3
Little Clacton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. The area receives 2.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 72 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Geography

Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Area134.9 sq mi (349.3 km²)
Population Density34/sq mi
Coordinates51.8256°N, 1.1422°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.4"
15% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 2.1"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.28"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.30"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

35 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 83 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 65 km
May 16, 1998 45 km ENE of Hemsby, United Kingdom M4.2 143 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 71 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SSE of Longfossé, France M4.0 142 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 50 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 148 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 62 km
Jan 27, 1992 6 km SSE of Longfossé, France M3.5 145 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 79 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 106 km
Jan 30, 2002 25 km NNE of Sheringham, United Kingdom M3.4 150 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 121 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 146 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 109 km
Jul 2, 2001 3 km NNE of Oostduinkerke, Belgium M3.1 132 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 93 km
Mar 28, 1996 67 km ESE of Aldeburgh, United Kingdom M3.0 92 km
Nov 5, 1994 5 km N of Debenham, United Kingdom M3.0 50 km
Sep 6, 1993 35 km E of Caister-on-Sea, United Kingdom M3.0 121 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 94 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m 81 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 1.9 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.5 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.5 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.5 in
June 58°F (15°C) 1.9 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.5 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in
September 58°F (15°C) 2.0 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.3 in Wettest
November 44°F (7°C) 2.3 in
December 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in

Little Clacton has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 39°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 21.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.3") and February the driest (1.3").

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19.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 41% below the national average of 33.7%. 35.4% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.9%
41% below United Kingdom avg
High School+35.4%
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density34/sq mi
Total Area134.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone57.6%
Public Transit3.1%
Work from Home22.9%

Schools in Little Clacton

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Engaines Primary School and Nursery
Cann Hall Primary School
Weeley St Andrew's CofE Primary School
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Radio Stations near Little Clacton

22 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 1 80's, hits 70's MP3 128 kbps
EKR Retro Rock 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
FunkURadio 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
Big L 2 70's, 80's MP3 128 kbps
YellowTealPurple ambient, electronic OGG 65535 kbps
Zero Radio MP3 128 kbps
Alpha Wave Radio MP3 320 kbps
BFBS Colchester AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Caroline North AAC+ 52 kbps
Radio Caroline Flashback MP3 128 kbps
Sheppey FM 92.2 MP3 256 kbps
Park Radio community, diss MP3 96 kbps
FUNKERFM world music AAC+ 128 kbps
Kori The Pom Radio drum & bass, edm MP3 128 kbps
Stomp Radio MP3 128 kbps
NanoRadio MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Little Clacton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Boxted Airfield Museum
Brightlingsea Museum
Christchurch Mansion
Clifford Road Air Raid Shelter Museum
Colchester Castle
East Essex Aviation Society and Museum (Martello Tower A)
Felixstowe Museum
Ha’penny Pier & Visitors Centre
Harwich Museum
Harwich Railway and Shipping Museum
HMS Ganges Museum
Hollytrees Museum
Ipswich Art School
Ipswich Maritime Trust Window Museum
Ipswich Museum
Ipswich Transport Museum
Landguard Fort
Lifeboat Museum
Manningtree Museum
Martlesham Heath Control Tower Museum
Mersea Island Museum
Natural History Museum
RAF Bradwell Bay Preservation Group
Roman Circus Visitor Centre
St Osyth Museum
Suffolk Aviation Heritage Museum
The Hold
The Munnings Art Museum
Walton Maritime Museum
Wolsey Art Gallery

Libraries in Little Clacton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Albert Sloman Library0.0
Brightlingsea Library0.0
Broomhill Library0.0
Capel St Mary Library0.0
Chantry Library0.0
Clacton Library0.0
Colchester Library0.0
County library Ipswich0.0
Felixstowe Library0.0
Frinton Library0.0
Gainsborough Community Library0.0
Greenstead Library0.0
Hadleigh Library0.0
Harwich Library0.0
Holland Library0.0
Jaywick Library Access Point0.0
Kesgrave Library0.0
Library Building0.0
Manningtree Library0.0
Rosehill Library0.0
Walton Library0.0
West Clacton Library0.0
West Mersea Library0.0
Wivenhoe Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Little Clacton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Felixstowe Sunday Market
Great Eastern Square
Kingsway Plaza
Late Riser Car Boot
Microshops Ipswich
Plough Corner Car Boot
St. Osyth Beach Sunday Market
Weeley Car Boot

Hotels in Little Clacton

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Marston's Inns

Restaurants in Little Clacton

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pizza Hut

Cafes in Little Clacton

8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Big E's Diner
Charlie's Coffee Shop
Costa
Costa
Heavenly Coffee & Cakes
Oakwood
Tesco Café
The Box Cafe

Dentists in Little Clacton

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ADF Clinic

Veterinaries in Little Clacton

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kinfauns Veterinary

Gas Stations in Little Clacton

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Morrisons
Tesco Filling Station

Gyms in Little Clacton

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Performers Gymnastics Academy
Spark Gym Fitness Club

Breweries in Little Clacton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Briarbank Brewery
Dove Street Brewery
Mersea Island Brewery
Mr Bees Brewery
Old Felixstowe Brewing Co.
Other Monkey Brewing
St Jude's Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Little Clacton

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Ski Resorts Near Little Clacton

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Little Clacton

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Southend AirportSENMedium Airport
RAF HoningtonBEQMedium Airport
RAF LakenheathLKZMedium Airport
RAF MildenhallMHZMedium Airport
Wattisham AirfieldMedium Airport
Andrewsfield AerodromeSmall Airport
Barling AirfieldSmall Airport
Beccles AirfieldSmall Airport
Bensons Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Blooms Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brickwall Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Broadmarsh Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brown Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Chalksole Green AirstripSmall Airport
Challock AirfieldSmall Airport
Channel Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Church Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Clacton AirfieldSmall Airport
Clees Hall AirstripSmall Airport
Clipgate Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Crosbie Field ULSmall Airport
Crowfield AirfieldSmall Airport
Cuckoo Tye Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Debach AirfieldSmall Airport
Earls Colne AirfieldSmall Airport
Egerton AirfieldSmall Airport
Elmsett AirfieldSmall Airport
Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Fir Grove AirstripSmall Airport
Fridd Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Frinsted AirstripSmall Airport
Great Ashfield AirstripSmall Airport
Great Oakley AirfieldSmall Airport
Grove Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Grove Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hamilton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Harringe Court AirfieldSmall Airport
Headcorn AerodromeSmall Airport
Hinderclay Meadows AirfieldSmall Airport
Horham AirstripSmall Airport
Horsey Island AirfieldSmall Airport
Inglenook Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Knettishall AirstripSmall Airport
Laddingford AerodromeSmall Airport
Lamberhurst AirstripSmall Airport
Lamberhurst Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Laurel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Lavenham AirstripSmall Airport
Little Engeham Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Little Haugh Hall Private AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Little Clacton

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Burrsville Park Post Office
Little Clacton Post Office

Treatment Centers in Little Clacton

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Open Road

Churches & Religious Organizations in Little Clacton

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Mark's Church
St James

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 Little Clacton

What is the population of Little Clacton?

Little Clacton has a population of 4,590 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 34 people per square mile, spread across 134.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.8% female and 48.2% male.

Is Little Clacton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $50,545, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $343,310 (22% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,264 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Little Clacton?

Little Clacton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Little Clacton?

The unemployment rate in Little Clacton is 6.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $972. There are 418 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Little Clacton?

The median home value in Little Clacton is $343,310. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,264. The homeownership rate is 72.0%.

How are the schools in Little Clacton?

19.9% of adults in Little Clacton hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 35.4% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Little Clacton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Little Clacton is 2.3% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 1.7% Asian. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 5.1% of the population are military veterans. 7.8% of residents have a disability.

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