Markfield, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Markfield is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 4,993. Elevation: 587 ft (179 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Markfield
Markfield is a large village in both the National Forest and Charnwood Forest, in the Hinckley and Bosworth district of Leicestershire, England. The settlement dates back to at least the time of the Norman conquest and is mentioned in the Domesday Book under the name Merchenefeld. A variant of this is still used as the name for the village primary school, Mercenfeld. It is to the south-east of Junction 22 of the M1, and to the south of the A50. The highest point in Markfield is shown on OS sheet 129 as 222 metres above sea level, making it one of the highest villages in Leicestershire. Nearby places are Newtown Linford, Groby, Field Head, and Stanton under Bardon. In the 1841 census its population was recorded at 1,203. In the 2011 census the parish had a population of 5,681. In 2012 Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council published an overview of the Markfield conservation area.
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BCommunity
| Population | 4,993 |
| Population Density | 33 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 587 ft (179 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.6875°, -1.2748° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 51°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 36.8 inches (933 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 8.0 inches (20 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $45,302 |
| Median Age | 45.0 years |
About Markfield
Markfield is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 4,993. The city sits at an elevation of 587 feet (179 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Markfield vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Markfield vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $45,302 |
| 40% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $45,302 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $871 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 454 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.2% |
| Public Transit | 1.6% |
| Work from Home | 29.8% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $328,715 |
| 17% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,133 |
| 3% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 75.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 24.7% |
| Housing Units | 1,997 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.1°F |
| 5% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 222 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 587 ft (179 m) |
| Area | 150.4 sq mi (389.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.6875°N, 1.2748°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 61°F (16°C) | 1.9 in | Warmest |
| August | 60°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 56°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
Markfield has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.8").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.4% |
| 13% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 47.4% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 33/sq mi |
| Total Area | 150.4 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 56.2% |
| Public Transit | 1.6% |
| Work from Home | 29.8% |
Schools in Markfield
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercenfeld Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| South Charnwood High School | - | - | - | - |
| Stanton Under Bardon Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Markfield
40 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greatest Hits Radio | - | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| BBC Radio Northampton (Outside UK Only) | information, local | AAC+ 101 kbps | |
| BBC Radio Northampton (UK Only) | information, local | AAC 339 kbps | |
| Derby Sound | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| R5K Radio | edm | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Fosse 107 | 80s, 90s | AAC 80 kbps | |
| Splinterwood Rock'n Roll Radio | 1950s, 50's | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Amber Sound FM | - | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Radio Faza | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Selecta Radio UK | 2tone, punk | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Burton Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio UTSAV | - | AAC 80 kbps | |
| Sanskar Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Heart Northants 96.6 | commercial, hot adult contemporary | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hits Radio Coventry | - | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| BBC CWR | - | UNKNOWN | |
| EAVA FM | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| 103 The Eye | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Millside Hospital Radio | - | AAC+ 192 kbps | |
| HearMe - top pop | top pop music | MP3 | |
| Radio Newark | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| The Dove | adult contemporary | AAC | |
| MAX FM DERBY 92.2 | drum and bass, news | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Hereme 2010s pop | 2010s, pop | MP3 | |
| Skylab Radio | - | MP3 | |
| RocknationFmuk | blues, classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Horton | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| NREW Radio | ambient groove, background | MP3 192 kbps | |
| SOULPOWER-RADIO.COM | funk, jazz | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Cross Counties Radio | adult contemporary, community radio | MP3 64 kbps | |
| Kohinoor Radio | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Seerah | - | AAC 80 kbps | |
| Coalville Public Radio | variety | MP3 | |
| RocknationFm | aor / slow rock / soft rock (adult-orientated rock e.g. the eagles.), blues rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Usmani Mosque | islamic, islamic religion | MP3 | |
| Leicester Community Radio | community radio, leicester | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Sabras Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Satsang Radio | - | AAC 80 kbps | |
| Radio2Funky | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio LEAR | arts, culture | AAC 80 kbps |
Museums in Markfield
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Pumping Station | ||||
| Abbey Pumping Station | ||||
| Ashby de la Zouch Museum | ||||
| Barnwright's | ||||
| Barnwright's | ||||
| Bedworth Heritage Centre | ||||
| Belgrave Hall Museum | ||||
| Belgrave Hall Museum | ||||
| Bosworth Field Visitor Centre | ||||
| Calke Abbey | ||||
| Canalside Heritage Centre | ||||
| Canalside Heritage Centre | ||||
| Castle Donington Museum | ||||
| Charnwood Museum | ||||
| Derby Computer Museum | ||||
| Derby Gaol | ||||
| Derby Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Diseworth Heritage Centre | ||||
| Donington-le-Heath Manor House | ||||
| East Midlands Aeropark | ||||
| Framework Knitters Museum | ||||
| Framework Knitters Museum | ||||
| Great Northern Classics | ||||
| Hinckley and District Museum | ||||
| Jewry Wall Museum | ||||
| Jewry Wall Museum | ||||
| John Taylor Bellfoundry Museum | ||||
| Kegworth Heritage Centre | ||||
| King Richard III Visitor Centre | ||||
| King Richard III Visitor Centre | ||||
| Leicester Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Leicester Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Loughborough Carillon | ||||
| Lutterworth and District Museum | ||||
| Museum of Making | ||||
| Museum of the Royal Leicestershire Regiment | ||||
| Museum of the Royal Leicestershire Regiment | ||||
| National Gas Museum | ||||
| National Gas Museum | ||||
| National Sikh Heritage Centre and Holocaust Museum | ||||
| National Space Centre | ||||
| National Space Centre | ||||
| Newarke Houses Museum | ||||
| Newarke Houses Museum | ||||
| Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre | ||||
| Nottingham Transport Heritage Centre | ||||
| Nuneaton Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Pickford's House Museum | ||||
| Radio Communication Museum of Great Britain | ||||
| Regimental Museum of the 9th/12th Royal Lancers (Prince of Wales) | ||||
| Retro Computer Museum | ||||
| Retro Computer Museum | ||||
| Ruddington Framework Knitters Museum | ||||
| Ruddington Framework Knitters Museum | ||||
| Shardlow Heritage Centre | ||||
| Snibston Colliery Park | ||||
| Stonehurst Motor Museum | ||||
| The Old Rectory Museum | ||||
| The Village Museum | ||||
| The Village Museum |
Libraries in Markfield
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allenton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Alvaston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Anstey Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ashby Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Assembly Rooms Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Barrow upon Soar Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beaumont Leys Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beeston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Belgrave Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blaby Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blaby Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blagreaves Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Borrowash Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Braunstone Town Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bulkington Library & Information Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Burbage Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Castle Donington Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Clifton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Coalville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cosby Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cotgrave Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cotgrave Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Countesthorpe Parish Council Community Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| David Wilson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Derby Local Studies Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Derwent Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Desford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Earl Shilton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| East Goscote Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Evington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Eyres Monsell Self-Service Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Eyres Monsell Self-Service Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fleckney Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fosse Neighbourhood Centre and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glenfield Libary | 0.0 | |||||
| Gotham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gotham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Great Glen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Groby Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hamilton Library & Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Hathern Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Highfields Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hinckley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Inham Nook Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Inham Nook Library | 0.0 | |||||
| James Cameron-Gifford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kegworth Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Keyworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kirby Muxloe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Knighton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Knighton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leicester Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leicester Forest East Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leicester Forest East Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Long Eaton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Loughborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lutterworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mackworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Market Bosworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Markfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Memorial Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Mountsorrel Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Narborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Narborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Netherhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Netherhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| New Aylestone Park Library (Within Leisure Centre) | 0.0 | |||||
| New Aylestone Park Library (Within Leisure Centre) | 0.0 | |||||
| Newbold Verdon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Nuneaton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oadby Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Our Library @ Newbold Verdon | 0.0 | |||||
| Pilkington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ratby Library | 0.0 | |||||
| RCM Software Library | 0.0 | |||||
| RCM Software Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Riverside Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rothley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rothley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ruddington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rushey Mead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandiacre Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sapcote Library | 0.0 | |||||
| School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shepshed Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sileby Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sinfin Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Southfields Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Spondon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Barnabas Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Barnabas Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Matthew's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Matthew's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stapleford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stoney Stanton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sutton Bonington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Brite Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| The George Ward Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| The Philip Whitehead Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thurnby Lodge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thurnby Lodge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Toton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| West Bridgford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Westcotes Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wigston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| WQEIC Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Markfield
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A47 Car Boot Sale | |||||
| Allenton Market | |||||
| Bedworth Market | |||||
| Coalville Market (Closed) | |||||
| Croft Car Boot Sale | |||||
| Fish Market | |||||
| Indoor Market | |||||
| Indoor Market | |||||
| Leicester Market | |||||
| Leicester Market | |||||
| Leicester Market Food Hall | |||||
| Long Eaton Market | |||||
| Loughborough Market | |||||
| Lubcloud Dairy; milk, cream etc | |||||
| Market Hall | |||||
| New Lubbesthorpe Village Market | |||||
| New Lubbesthorpe Village Market | |||||
| The Stalls | |||||
| The Stalls | |||||
| West Bridgford Farmers Market | |||||
| West Bridgford Farmers Market |
Hotels in Markfield
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Markfield
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Markfield
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Markfield
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Markfield
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anstey Brewery | ||||
| Brunswick Brewing Company | ||||
| Brunswick Brewing Company | ||||
| Byatt's Brewery | ||||
| Byatt's Brewery | ||||
| Charnwood Brewery | ||||
| Dancing Duck Brewery & Shop | ||||
| Furnace Brewery | ||||
| Leatherbritches Brewery | ||||
| Lenton Lane Brewery | ||||
| Lenton Lane Brewery | ||||
| Old Sawley Brewing Co. | ||||
| Pour Me Brewing Company | ||||
| Tollgate Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Markfield
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Friar Lane and Epworth Football Club | ||
| King Power Stadium | ||
| Long Eaton United Football Club | ||
| Mattioli Woods Welford Road | ||
| Saffron Lane Stadium | ||
| Trent Bridge Cricket Ground | ||
| Uptonsteel County Ground |
Airports Near Markfield
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Birmingham Airport | BHX | Large Airport |
| East Midlands Airport | EMA | Large Airport |
| Coventry Airport | CVT | Medium Airport |
| Cranfield Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Nottingham City Airport | NQT | Medium Airport |
| RAF Barkston Heath | - | Medium Airport |
| Abbots Bromley Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Arden Heath Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bakersfield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bankwood Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Baxterley Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Beeches Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bericote Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bidford Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bitteswell Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Black Spring Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blackmoor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brook Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bruntingthorpe Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Butterfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Buttermilk Hall Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Calton Moor Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Camp Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Camphill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Caunton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Claybrooke Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coal Aston Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cottage Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Croughton Manor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Darley Moor Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Darlton Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Deenethorpe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Derby Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Drayton Home Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Easton Maudit Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Finmere Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Fisherwick Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Forwood Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm (Sibson) Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Glebe Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grange Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grangewood Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Green Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grove Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grove Field Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hall Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Headon Microlight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hinton-in-the-Hedges Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hold Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Markfield
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Markfield Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Markfield
27 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Asquith Surgery | ||
| Barclay House | ||
| Bradgate Unit | ||
| Breast Care Centre | ||
| Clarendon Park Medical Centre | ||
| Council House, Derby | ||
| Coventry North Community Mental Health Team | ||
| Derby Skin Care & Cosmetic Clinic | ||
| DoctoriumGP Ltd | ||
| East Entrance | ||
| Function Jigsaw | ||
| Haymarket Health | ||
| Instep Podiatry & Footware | ||
| Leicester Recovery Hub (No. 5) | ||
| Leicester Sports Medicine Clinic | ||
| National Rehabilitation Centre | ||
| Oadby House Physiotherapy and Sports Clinic | ||
| Revive Healthy Living Centre | ||
| Skintique Clinic | ||
| Stanford Hall | ||
| Stride Health | ||
| The Aloe Therapy Centre | ||
| The Spine Clinic | ||
| Total Heeling | ||
| Treats Beauty & Aesthetics | ||
| Turning Point | ||
| Wigston Sports & Health Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Markfield
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bardon Park Chapel | |
| Cemetery Chapel | |
| Markfield Congregational Church | |
| St Mary | |
| St Michael | |
| St Peter | |
| The Markfield Mosque | |
| Trinity Methodist Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Markfield?
Markfield has a population of 4,993 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 33 people per square mile, spread across 150.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.
Is Markfield expensive to live in?
The median household income is $45,302, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $328,715 (17% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,133 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 Markfield?
Markfield 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 61°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 36.8 inches, with 8.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Markfield?
Markfield has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $871. There are 454 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Markfield?
The median home value in Markfield is $328,715. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,133. The homeownership rate is 75.3%.
How are the schools in Markfield?
29.4% of adults in Markfield hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 47.4% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Markfield?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Markfield is 3.5% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 3.3% Asian. 96.5% of residents speak only English at home. 4.2% of the population are military veterans. 4.7% of residents have a disability.
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