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Mersham, United Kingdom
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Mersham is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 806. Elevation: 230 ft (70 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 806 |
| Population Density | 151 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 230 ft (70 m) |
| Coordinates | 51.1192°, 0.9331° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 27.6 inches (701 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $47,549 |
| Median Age | 41.8 years |
About Mersham
Mersham is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 806. The city sits at an elevation of 230 feet (70 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Mersham vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Mersham vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,549 |
| 37% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $47,549 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $914 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.6% |
| 28% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 73 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 50.9% |
| Public Transit | 4.5% |
| Work from Home | 30.1% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $432,727 |
| 54% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,189 |
| 2% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 68.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 68.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 31.9% |
| Housing Units | 322 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 286 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 230 ft (70 m) |
| Area | 5.4 sq mi (13.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 151/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 51.1192°N, 0.9331°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | — | 48 km |
| 1911 | FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND | Meteorological | 0.9 m | — | 22 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 2.9 in | Coldest |
| February | 40°F (4°C) | 1.8 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| June | 58°F (15°C) | 2.0 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | |
| August | 63°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | Warmest |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 3.0 in |
Mersham has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 40°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.1") and May the driest (1.7").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 30.1% |
| 11% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 47.2% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 151/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.4 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 50.9% |
| Public Transit | 4.5% |
| Work from Home | 30.1% |
Schools in Mersham
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willesborough Infant School | — | — | — | — |
| Smeeth Community Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| East Stour Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| The Caldecott School | — | — | — | — |
| Mersham Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Willesborough Junior School | — | — | — | — |
| Finberry Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Mersham
22 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Street Sounds Radio | dance, disco | MP3 | |
| DnB Liquified | liquid dnb | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Essex | contemporary hits radio, pop | MP3 | |
| BBC Essex | — | UNKNOWN | |
| EKR Retro Rock | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Zero Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Retro Mix Radio | 70s, 80s | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| The Voice Of Doom | death metal, doom metal | AAC 320 kbps | |
| Radio Jupiter | adult contemporary, pop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Majestic Jukebox Radio | 60s, 70s | AAC+ 16 kbps | |
| Colin Mogagabe | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Homemade Radio | adult contemporary, blues | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radioalfa2 | classic hits | MP3 | |
| NanoRadio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Stomp Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| TGM GOSPEL RADIO | gospel | MP3 320 kbps | |
| DCR104.9 FM | community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hospital Radio Chelmsford | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 105.9 Academy FM (Folkestone) | — | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| GlitterBeam Italia | lgbt, lgbtqia+ | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Kori The Pom Radio | drum & bass, edm | MP3 128 kbps | |
| White Cliffs Radio | — | MP3 |
Museums in Mersham
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ashford Borough Museum | ||||
| Brenzett Aeronautical Museum | ||||
| Canterbury Roman Museum | ||||
| Colonel Stephens Railway Museum | ||||
| Exhibition and Model Railway | ||||
| Fleur de Lis Heritage Centre | ||||
| Folkestone Museum | ||||
| Godmersham Heritage Centre | ||||
| Grand Jury Museum | ||||
| Hythe Town Museum | ||||
| Kent Battle of Britain Museum | ||||
| Kent Museum of Freemasonry | ||||
| Lydd Town Museum | ||||
| Marlowe's Ghost | ||||
| Railway Museum | ||||
| Romney Marsh Wartime Collection | ||||
| Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway | ||||
| Rye Castle Museum | ||||
| Rye Castle Museum at Ypres Tower | ||||
| Sittingbourne Heritage Museum | ||||
| St Augustine’s Abbey | ||||
| Tenterden District Museum | ||||
| The Agricultural Museum | ||||
| The Beaney House of Art and Knowledge | ||||
| The Marlowe Kit | ||||
| Whitstable Museum and Gallery | ||||
| Winchelsea Corporation Museum | ||||
| Woodchurch Museum |
Libraries in Mersham
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Augustine House | 0.0 | |||||
| Boughton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Canterbury Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Charing Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cheriton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Faversham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Folkestone Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Folkestone Library (CURRENTLY CLOSED) | 0.0 | |||||
| Hythe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Learning Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Lenham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lydd Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lydd Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lyminge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| New Romney | 0.0 | |||||
| Reception and LRC | 0.0 | |||||
| Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Rye Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sandgate Library & Parish Council | 0.0 | |||||
| School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sittingbourne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sturry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Swalecliffe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Templeman Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tenterden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Stanhope Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitstable Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wood Avenue Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wye Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Mersham
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Farmers Market | |||||
| Kingfisher Blinds | |||||
| Petticoat Lane Emporium | |||||
| Rye Farmers' Market | |||||
| Rye Market | |||||
| The Goods Shed |
Hotels in Mersham
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Mersham
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Mersham
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Mersham
2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Mersham
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Mersham
1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Mersham
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Curious Brewing | ||||
| Floc | ||||
| Goody Ales | ||||
| Hop Fuzz Brewery | ||||
| Hopdaemon Brewery | ||||
| Mad Cat Brewery | ||||
| Old Dairy Brewery | ||||
| Romney Marsh Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Mersham
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Mersham
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chatham Ski & Snowboard Centre | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Mersham
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Le Touquet-Côte d'Opale Airport | LTQ | Medium Airport |
| London Southend Airport | SEN | Medium Airport |
| Lydd London Ashford Airport | LYX | Medium Airport |
| Acton Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Barling Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Barnards Farm | — | Small Airport |
| Bensons Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Berck-sur-Mer Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Bonnington Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Boulogne-sur-Mer - Alprech Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Bradleys Lawn Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Bury Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Chalksole Green Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Challock Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Channel Gliding Club | — | Small Airport |
| Churchlands Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Clacton Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Clipgate Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Damyns Hall Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Egerton Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Fridd Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Frinsted Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Gerpins Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Hamilton Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Harringe Court Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Headcorn Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| High Easter Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Inglenook Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Jenkins Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Laddingford Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Lamberhurst Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lamberhurst Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Little Engeham Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Little Robhurst Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lodge Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Lukesfield Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Meadow Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Napps Field Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Norwood Lodge Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Old Hay Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Palmers Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Pent Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Rankins Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Retreat Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Ripple Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Rochester Airport | RCS | Small Airport |
| Romney Street Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| South Weald Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Spilstead Farm Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Mersham
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Brabourne Lees Post Office | |
| Mersham Post Office | |
| Willesborough Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Mersham
8 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| New Wells Church - Brabourne | |
| St Mary | |
| St Mary the Virgin | |
| St Mary's Church | |
| St. John Baptist Church, Mersham | |
| St. Mary the Virgin, Willesborough | |
| The Salvation Army | |
| Zion |
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What is the population of Mersham?
Mersham has a population of 806 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 151 people per square mile, spread across 5.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.
Is Mersham expensive to live in?
The median household income is $47,549, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $432,727 (54% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,189 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Mersham?
Mersham has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.6 inches.
How is the job market in Mersham?
Mersham has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $914. There are 73 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Mersham?
The median home value in Mersham is $432,727. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,189. The homeownership rate is 68.1%.
How are the schools in Mersham?
30.1% of adults in Mersham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 47.2% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Mersham?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Mersham is 5.8% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 8.1% Asian. 92.8% of residents speak only English at home. 4.6% of the population are military veterans. 4.6% of residents have a disability.