Necton, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Necton is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,147. Elevation: 164 ft (50 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Necton
Necton is a village situated on a turning off the A47 main road between Swaffham and East Dereham in the Breckland district of Norfolk, England. As at the 2001 census it had a population of 1,865 residents and an area of 15.48 km2 (5.98 sq mi), increasing to a population of 1,923 at the 2011 census. It has a number of facilities including a primary school, playing field, social club, pub, post office a shop, a butcher's and an Asda Express fuel station at the top of the village along the A47.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,147 |
| Population Density | 359 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 164 ft (50 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.6499°, 0.7754° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.2 inches (895 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 2.2 inches (6 cm) |
About Necton
Necton is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,147. The city sits at an elevation of 164 feet (50 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 164 ft (50 m) |
| Area | 6.0 sq mi (15.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 359/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.6499°N, 0.7754°E |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.8 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 62°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 2.4 in |
Necton has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (1.8").
Schools in Necton
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Necton Church of England Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Necton
7 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mix Radio 80s | 1980s, 80s | MP3 256 kbps | |
| BIG BARN RADIO | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| HearMe - Love songs | love songs | MP3 | |
| Hospital Radio Colchester | - | MP3 | |
| Hospital Radio Norwich | classical, comedy | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio West Norfolk | - | MP3 160 kbps | |
| KL1 Radio | 60s to 90s | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Necton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life | ||||
| Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum | ||||
| Brandon Heritage Centre | ||||
| Charles Burrell Museum | ||||
| Dad's Army Museum | ||||
| Fakenham Museum of Gas and Local History | ||||
| Gressenhall Farm and Workhouse | ||||
| Grimes Grave's Visitor Centre | ||||
| In the Footsteps of Thomas Paine | ||||
| Mid-Norfolk Railway Museum Room | ||||
| Museum 4 Watton | ||||
| Narborough Museum & Heritage Centre | ||||
| Shirehall Museum and Abbey Grounds | ||||
| St Seraphim's Icon and Railway Heritage Museum | ||||
| Swaffham Heritage | ||||
| The House of Correction |
Libraries in Necton
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attleborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brandon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dereham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Eccles School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fakenham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hingham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Marham Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Swaffham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thetford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Watton Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Necton
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attleborough Market | |||||
| Cherry Tree Car Boot | |||||
| Market Hill | |||||
| Snetterton Sunday Market | |||||
| Swaffham Market | |||||
| Thetford Market | |||||
| Watton Country Market |
Hotels in Necton
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Necton
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Necton
2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Necton
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Necton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iceni Brewery | ||||
| Steam-Shed Brewing |
Airports Near Necton
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Cambridge City Airport | CBG | Medium Airport |
| Norwich Airport | NWI | Medium Airport |
| RAF Honington | BEQ | Medium Airport |
| RAF Lakenheath | LKZ | Medium Airport |
| RAF Marham | KNF | Medium Airport |
| RAF Mildenhall | MHZ | Medium Airport |
| Wattisham Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| Ashley's Field Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Audley End Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bedwell Hey Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blooms Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blue Tile Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Boughton North Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brickwall Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broadmarsh Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brown Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Burnham Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chatteris Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Church Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clees Hall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coldharbour Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Croft Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crosbie Field UL | - | Small Airport |
| Crowfield Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Cuckoo Tye Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Debach Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Duxford Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Earls Colne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| East Winch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Eastfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Elmsett Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Exning Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Felthorpe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fen End Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fir Grove Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fowlmere Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Foxburrow Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Great Ashfield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Great Friars Thornes Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Great Massingham Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Great Oakley Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Green Lane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grove Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gunton Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hall Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hinderclay Meadows Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Holly Hill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Horham Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ivy Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Jubilee Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Necton
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Necton Post Office | |
| North Pickenham Mobile Post Office Service |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Necton
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints | |
| All Saints | |
| Saint Andrew | |
| Saint Andrew | |
| Saint Andrew's Church | |
| Saint Mary |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Necton
What is the population of Necton?
Necton has a population of 2,147 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 359 people per square mile, spread across 6.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Necton?
Necton 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. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow.
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