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Lyng, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Lyng is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 807. Elevation: 52 ft (16 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
807 Population 262/sq mi density
52 ft Elevation 16 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
35.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,944 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$249,800 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population807
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density262/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,944
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$249,800
Rent$1,249
Ownership63.0%
Housing Units323

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation52 ft (16 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population807
Population Density262 / sq mi
Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Coordinates52.7167°, 1.0667°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (895 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.2 inches (6 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Lyng

Lyng is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 807. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet (16 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Lyng has a population of 807 with a density of 262 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average).

Population

807
Total Population
262
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Lyng vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Lyng is $49,944, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 73 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lyng vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,944
34% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,944
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)73

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lyng is $249,800, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 323 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$249,800
11% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,249
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.0%
Owner-Occupied63.0%
Renter-Occupied37.0%
Housing Units323

Property Tax

Lyng experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. The area receives 2.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 52 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Geography

Elevation52 ft (16 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density262/sq mi
Coordinates52.7167°N, 1.0667°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.2"
7% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 2.2"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.68"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

31 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.1 on Jun 9, 2018.

Feb 27, 2008 1 km NNE of Market Rasen, United Kingdom M4.8 121 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 41 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 130 km
May 16, 1998 45 km ENE of Hemsby, United Kingdom M4.2 83 km
Aug 6, 2015 59 km ENE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M4.2 90 km
Jun 9, 2018 7 km NNE of Withernsea, United Kingdom M4.1 137 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 140 km
Dec 21, 2000 38 km NNE of Cromer, United Kingdom M4.0 67 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 131 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 120 km
May 2, 1995 51 km NE of Hemsby, United Kingdom M3.7 85 km
Sep 20, 1994 55 km NE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M3.6 85 km
Sep 27, 2003 North Sea M3.5 105 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 121 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 86 km
Aug 12, 2005 82 km NE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M3.4 112 km
Jan 30, 2002 25 km NNE of Sheringham, United Kingdom M3.4 52 km
Jan 21, 1999 4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom M3.3 71 km
Jul 16, 2007 91 km NE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M3.3 122 km
Oct 7, 1998 3 km ESE of Ulceby, United Kingdom M3.1 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.8 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in Driest
May 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.3 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.6 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.7 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in

Lyng has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.7") and April the driest (1.7").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density262/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Lyng

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lyng Church of England Primary Academy
Great Witchingham Church of England Primary Academy
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Radio Stations near Lyng

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hardrock Hell MP3 192 kbps
Hospital Radio Norwich classical, comedy MP3 96 kbps
Future Radio alternative, community MP3 128 kbps
Amber Radio (Norwich)128k AAC AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in Lyng

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
453rd Bomb Group Museum
Aylsham Heritage Centre
Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum
City of Norwich Aviation Museum
Cromer Museum
Dragon Hall
Fakenham Museum of Gas and Local History
Fishermen's Lifeboat Museum
Forncett Steam Museum
Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse
Gunton Park Sawmill
Henry Blogg Lifeboat Museum
Langham Dome
Mid-Norfolk Railway Museum Room
Museum 4 Watton
Museum of Norwich at the Bridewell
Norfolk Tank Museum
Norwich Castle Museum
Peter Coke Shell Gallery
Sheringham Museum at The Mo
Shirehall Museum and Abbey Grounds
St Seraphim's Icon and Railway Heritage Museum
Strangers' Hall
The House of Correction
The Muckleburgh Military Collection
The Shell Museum
The South Asia Collection
William Marriott Museum
Wymondham Heritage Museum

Libraries in Lyng

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
2nd Air Division Memorial Library0.0
Attleborough Library0.0
Aylsham Library0.0
Childrens Library0.0
Costessey Library0.0
Cromer Library0.0
Dereham Library0.0
Earlham Library0.0
Express Library0.0
Fakenham Library0.0
Hellesdon High Library0.0
Hellesdon Library0.0
Hethersett Library0.0
Hingham Library0.0
Holt Library0.0
Library0.0
Long Stratton Library0.0
Mile Cross Library0.0
Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library0.0
Reepham Library0.0
Sheringham Library0.0
Sprowston Library0.0
Taverham Library0.0
Tuckswood Library0.0
UEA Library0.0
Watton Library0.0
Wells Library0.0
West Earlham Library0.0
Wymondham Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Lyng

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Arminghall Carboot
Attleborough Market
Cherry Tree Car Boot
Norwich Market
Snetterton Sunday Market
St Ssaviour's Yard
The Late One - Car Boot Sale
Watton Country Market

Hotels in Lyng

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lenwade House Hotel

Restaurants in Lyng

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lemon and Rosemary Yard

Cafes in Lyng

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chrysalis Cafe

Theme Parks in Lyng

2 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Roarr!
Roarr! Dinosaur Adventure

Gas Stations in Lyng

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #3458486376
murco

Golf Courses in Lyng

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Royal Norwich Golf Club

Breweries in Lyng

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
All Day Brewing Co.
The Brewery Tap
Wolf Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Lyng

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Lyng

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Norwich AirportNWIMedium Airport
RAF HoningtonBEQMedium Airport
RAF LakenheathLKZMedium Airport
RAF MarhamKNFMedium Airport
RAF MildenhallMHZMedium Airport
Wattisham AirfieldMedium Airport
Beccles AirfieldSmall Airport
Blooms Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Blue Tile Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Boughton North AirfieldSmall Airport
Brickwall Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bridge Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Broadmarsh Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brown Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Burnham AirstripSmall Airport
Church Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Clees Hall AirstripSmall Airport
Crosbie Field ULSmall Airport
Crowfield AirfieldSmall Airport
Cuckoo Tye Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Debach AirfieldSmall Airport
East Winch AirstripSmall Airport
Elmsett AirfieldSmall Airport
Exning AirstripSmall Airport
Felthorpe AirfieldSmall Airport
Fir Grove AirstripSmall Airport
Foxburrow Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Great Ashfield AirstripSmall Airport
Great Friars Thornes Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Great Massingham AirfieldSmall Airport
Great Yarmouth - North Denes AirportSmall Airport
Green Lane Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Grove Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Grove Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Gunton Park AirstripSmall Airport
Hinderclay Meadows AirfieldSmall Airport
Holly Hill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Horham AirstripSmall Airport
Ivy Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Kimberley Hall AirstripSmall Airport
Knettishall AirstripSmall Airport
Langham AirstripSmall Airport
Langmoor Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Lark Engine Farmhouse AirstripSmall Airport
Laurel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Lavenham AirstripSmall Airport
Little Haugh Hall Private AirfieldSmall Airport
Little Snoring AirfieldSmall Airport
Long Stratton AirstripSmall Airport
Ludham AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Lyng

4 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Attlebridge Post Office
Elsing Mobile Post Office Service
Great Witchingham Post Office
Lyng Mobile Post Office Service

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lyng

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints
Saint Andrew
Saint Margaret
Saint Margaret's Church
Saint Mary
Saint Mary the Virgin
Saint Mary the Virgin

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 Lyng

What is the population of Lyng?

Lyng has a population of 807 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 262 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Lyng expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $249,800 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Lyng?

Lyng 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 62°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Lyng?

Lyng has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 73 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Lyng?

The median home value in Lyng is $249,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.

How are the schools in Lyng?

50.0% of adults in Lyng hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Lyng?

90% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability.

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