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Manston, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Manston is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 5,261. Elevation: 167 ft (51 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Manston
Manston Airport is a closed international airport in the UK. Originally operated as RAF Manston, from 1916, it has also operated as a commercial airport and was known as Kent International Airport and, briefly, London Manston Airport. It ceased scheduled aircraft services in 2014 and is set to reopen in 2028. It is located in the parish of Minster-in-Thanet and partly adjacent to the village of Manston in the Thanet district of Kent, England, 11Â NM north-east of Canterbury.
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| Population | 5,261 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Coordinates | 50.9500°, -2.2667° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 43.6 inches (1,108 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 4.1 inches (10 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $49,944 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Manston
Manston is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 5,261. The city sits at an elevation of 167 feet (51 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Manston vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Manston 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
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 479 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
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
| Homeownership | 63.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 37.0% |
| Housing Units | 2,104 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 223 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 167 ft (51 m) |
| Area | 1,308.1 sq mi (3,388.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 50.9500°N, 2.2667°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.4 m (1 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2011 | PLYMOUTH, ENGLAND | Avalanche | 0.4 m | - | 72 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 3.5 in | Coldest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.1 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.7 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | |
| November | 46°F (8°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 42°F (6°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
Manston has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 31.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (1.8").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1,308.1 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Radio Stations near Manston
24 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serenade Radio | easy listening | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Noods Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Xtra Hot | bournemouth, community | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Serenade Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| BBC Radio Bristol | bbc, bristol | UNKNOWN | |
| BFBS Blandford | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Bournemouth One | pop | AAC | |
| Hot Gold | 70s, 80s | MP3 160 kbps | |
| BFBS Salisbury Plain | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Weymouth Rocks (Medium Bitrate) | punk, rock | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Crystal Love Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Wimborne | community radio station | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Frome FM 96.6 | community radio, frome | MP3 120 kbps | |
| WIDE Radio | club, dance | MP3 | |
| Grey Clay Radio | ambient, dark ambient | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Somervalley fm | community radio, local station | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 10 Radio 105.3 - Wiveliscombe | community radio, somerset | MP3 128 kbps | |
| State of the Art Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Naim Radio | classical, electronica | OGG 160 kbps | |
| Naim Jazz | jazz | OGG 128 kbps | |
| Naim Classical | classical, orchestral | OGG 128 kbps | |
| Alfred | community news | MP3 160 kbps | |
| Radio Ninesprings | - | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Forest FM | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Manston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blandford Fashion Museum | ||||
| Blandford Town Museum | ||||
| Bruton Museum | ||||
| Collonade | ||||
| Dinosaur Museum | ||||
| Dorset Museum | ||||
| Gillingham Museum | ||||
| Gold Hill Museum | ||||
| Mere Museum | ||||
| Roman Villa Museum | ||||
| Royal Signals Museum | ||||
| Shaftsbury Abbey Museum | ||||
| Sherborne Museum | ||||
| Sherborne Steam & Waterwheel Centre | ||||
| Stour Micro Museum | ||||
| Sturminster Museum | ||||
| Terracotta Warriors Museum | ||||
| The Keep Military Museum | ||||
| The Teddy Bear Museum | ||||
| The Tutankhamun Exhibition | ||||
| Tolpuddle Martyrs Museum | ||||
| Villa Ventorum | ||||
| Visit Hillbrush |
Libraries in Manston
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blandford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bruton Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Corfe Mullen Children's Centre and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dorchester Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gillingham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lytchett Matravers Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mere Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Milborne Port Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Puddletown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shaftesbury Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sherborne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stalbridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sturminster Newton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Upton Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Manston
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester Market | |||||
| Market Place |
Breweries in Manston
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dorset Piddle Brewery | ||||
| Hall & Woodhouse Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Manston
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Manston
2 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warmwell Snowsport Centre | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| South Wilts Ski Club | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Manston
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Bristol Airport | BRS | Large Airport |
| Bournemouth Airport | BOH | Medium Airport |
| MoD Boscombe Down | - | Medium Airport |
| RAF Fairford | FFD | Medium Airport |
| RNAS Yeovilton | YEO | Medium Airport |
| Avon Lane Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Badminton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bagber Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Batch End Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Batchley Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bath Wilts & North Dorset Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Biss Brook Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bossington Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bowden Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bowerchalke Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bowerswaine Farm Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bowldown Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brown Shutters Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chalk Pyt Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Charlton Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Charmy Down Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chase Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clench Common Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Clutton Hill Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Compton Abbas Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Compton Chamberlayne Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cotswold Airport | GBA | Small Airport |
| Craysmarsh Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Curry Rivel Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Deptford 'Farm' Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Deptford Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Devizes Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dorset Gliding Club (Eyres Field) | - | Small Airport |
| Draycot Farm Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Edington Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Garston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Godney Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Great House Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gutchpool Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Halesland Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Henstridge Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hermitage Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Herridge Gallops / Collingbourne Ducis Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Inglesham Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Langley House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Langport Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lotmead Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Manor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Upham Farm Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Manston
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Luke | |
| St Margaret | |
| St Nicholas | |
| St Paul | |
| St Thomas |
Quick Facts
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Manston
What is the population of Manston?
Manston has a population of 5,261 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 1,308.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Manston 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 Manston?
Manston has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 43.6 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Manston?
Manston 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 479 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Manston?
The median home value in Manston is $249,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.
How are the schools in Manston?
50.0% of adults in Manston 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 Manston?
90% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability.