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Needham Market, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Needham Market is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 4,528. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.1 /5.0
B Good
4,528 Population 11/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$52,515 Median Income
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$52,515 median income, 3.4% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$402,278 home value, $1,313/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Needham Market

Needham Market

Needham Market is a historic market town in the Mid Suffolk district of Suffolk, England, set in the Gipping Valley. Nearby villages include Barking, Darmsden, Badley and Creeting St Mary. The town is located on the south and west side of the A14 trunk road, between Ipswich to the south and Stowmarket to the north; it is also sited on the Great Eastern Main Line, with the Needham Lake and the River Gipping being just east of the railway station. As of the 2021–2022 United Kingdom censuses, the town had a population of 4,700 residents. The town of Needham, Massachusetts, was named after Needham Market.

People

Population4,528
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density11/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,515
Per Capita$52,514
Unemployment3.4%

Housing

C
Home Value$402,278
Rent$1,313
Ownership74.9%
Housing Units1,811

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days235/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.0%
High School+48.2%

Community

Population4,528
Population Density11 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates52.1555°, 1.0516°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation32.4 inches (822 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.1 inches (5 cm)
Median Household Income$52,515
Median Age48.1 years

About Needham Market

Needham Market is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 4,528. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Needham Market has a population of 4,528 with a density of 11 people per square mile, spread across 395.4 square miles. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.7% female and 49.3% male. The city is predominantly White (2.7%), with 1.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.1% of residents. 5.4% of the population are veterans. 4.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

4,528
Total Population
11
People / sq mi
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above United Kingdom avg
395.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.1%
25% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 1.9%

Social Characteristics

Needham Market vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Needham Market is $52,515, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,514 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,010, 29% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 412 business establishments. 31.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Needham Market vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$52,515
30% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$52,514
Avg Weekly Wage$1,010

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)412

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.8%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home31.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Needham Market is $402,278, 43% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,313 (13% above the national average of $1,163). 74.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,811 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$402,278
43% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,313
13% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.9%
Owner-Occupied74.9%
Renter-Occupied25.1%
Housing Units1,811

Property Tax

Climate in Needham Market

Needham Market has an average annual temperature of 10.2°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jul (17.2°C), the coldest is Jan (4.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 627 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.1°C / 39°F 1.7° / 6.6° 48.2
Feb 4.4°C / 40°F 1.6° / 7.3° 44.5
Mar 6.6°C / 44°F 3° / 10.1° 38.4
Apr 9°C / 48°F 4.5° / 13.4° 39.3
May 12°C / 54°F 7.4° / 16.6° 49.7
Jun 14.8°C / 59°F 10.2° / 19.5° 51.5
Jul 17.2°C / 63°F 12.4° / 22.1° 56.6
Aug 17.2°C / 63°F 12.5° / 22° 62.0
Sep 14.6°C / 58°F 10.3° / 18.8° 52.0
Oct 11°C / 52°F 7.8° / 14.3° 65.4
Nov 7.2°C / 45°F 4.5° / 9.9° 62.7
Dec 4.6°C / 40°F 2.3° / 7° 56.3
Needham Market experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. The area receives 2.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days235 days/yr

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area395.4 sq mi (1,024.2 km²)
Population Density11/sq mi
Coordinates52.1555°N, 1.0516°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.4"
15% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 2.1"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.36"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.42"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

34 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.3 on Feb 27, 2019.

Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 119 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 28 km
May 16, 1998 45 km ENE of Hemsby, United Kingdom M4.2 117 km
Aug 6, 2015 59 km ENE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M4.2 136 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 93 km
Dec 21, 2000 38 km NNE of Cromer, United Kingdom M4.0 125 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 77 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 136 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 98 km
May 2, 1995 51 km NE of Hemsby, United Kingdom M3.7 125 km
Sep 20, 1994 55 km NE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M3.6 138 km
Sep 27, 2003 North Sea M3.5 147 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 116 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 136 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 83 km
Jan 30, 2002 25 km NNE of Sheringham, United Kingdom M3.4 114 km
Jan 21, 1999 4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom M3.3 115 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 140 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 145 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 131 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m 118 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.0 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.6 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.6 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in

Needham Market has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 39°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.4").

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30.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 11% below the national average of 33.7%. 48.2% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.0%
11% below United Kingdom avg
High School+48.2%
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density11/sq mi
Total Area395.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.8%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home31.0%

Schools in Needham Market

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bosmere Community Primary School
Creeting St Mary Church of England Primary School
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Radio Stations near Needham Market

18 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio Caroline Flashback 60s, 70s MP3 128 kbps
The Mix Radio 80s 1980s, 80s MP3 256 kbps
Big L 1 80's, hits 70's MP3 128 kbps
ABC Oldies Radio MP3 320 kbps
Big L 2 70's, 80's MP3 128 kbps
Hardrock Hell MP3 192 kbps
FunkURadio 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
YellowTealPurple ambient, electronic OGG 65535 kbps
BFBS Colchester AAC+ 64 kbps
Alpha Wave Radio MP3 320 kbps
Radio Caroline North AAC+ 52 kbps
Park Radio community, diss MP3 96 kbps
FUNKERFM world music AAC+ 128 kbps
Radio Caroline Flashback MP3 128 kbps
Sheppey FM 92.2 MP3 256 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 Needham Market

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
493rd Bomb Group Museum
95th Bomb Group Memorial Hospital
95th Bomb Group Red Feather Club
Boxted Airfield Museum
Christchurch Mansion
Clifford Road Air Raid Shelter Museum
Cotton Mechanical Music Museum & Bygones
Diss Museum
Ha’penny Pier & Visitors Centre
Harwich Museum
Harwich Railway and Shipping Museum
Haughley Green Air Raid Shelter
HMS Ganges Museum
Ipswich Art School
Ipswich Maritime Trust Window Museum
Ipswich Museum
Ipswich Transport Museum
King George's Hall & Museum
Lifeboat Museum
Manningtree Museum
Martlesham Heath Control Tower Museum
Mid Suffolk Light Railway
Mid Suffolk Light Railway Museum
Suffolk Aviation Heritage Museum
The 100th Bomb Group Memorial Museum
The Food Museum
The Hold
The Munnings Art Museum
Wolsey Art Gallery
Woolpit & District Museum

Libraries in Needham Market

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Broomhill Library0.0
Capel St Mary Library0.0
Chantry Library0.0
County library Ipswich0.0
Diss Library0.0
Elmswell Memorial Library0.0
Eye Library0.0
Gainsborough Community Library0.0
Hadleigh Library0.0
Harleston Library0.0
Harwich Library0.0
Ixworth Library0.0
Kesgrave Library0.0
Library Building0.0
Manningtree Library0.0
Needham Market Library0.0
Rosehill Library0.0
Stowmarket Library0.0
Stradbroke Library0.0
Thurston Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Needham Market

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmers' Market
Kingsway Plaza
Microshops Ipswich
Woolpit Sunday Market

Hotels in Needham Market

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Limes Hotel
Travelodge Ipswich Beacon Hill

Restaurants in Needham Market

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Needham Market Wongs
The Curry Inn

Cafes in Needham Market

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coffee Craft N Moore
The Angel

Dentists in Needham Market

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Station Yard Dental Practice

Veterinaries in Needham Market

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Mustard Pot

Train Stations in Needham Market

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Needham Market

Gas Stations in Needham Market

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell Needham Market

Gyms in Needham Market

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Needham Gym & Fitness

Breweries in Needham Market

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Artefact Brewery
Briarbank Brewery
Bruha Brewery
Burnt Mill Brewery
Calvors Brewery
Dove Street Brewery
Drinkstone Ales
Earl Soham & Cliff Quay Brewery
Earl Soham Brewery
Humber Doucy Brewing Co
King's Head Brewery
Little Earth Project
Old Chimneys Brewery
Shortts Farm Brewery
St Jude's Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Needham Market

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Airports Near Needham Market

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Southend AirportSENMedium Airport
Norwich AirportNWIMedium Airport
RAF HoningtonBEQMedium Airport
RAF LakenheathLKZMedium Airport
RAF MarhamKNFMedium Airport
RAF MildenhallMHZMedium Airport
Wattisham AirfieldMedium Airport
Andrewsfield AerodromeSmall Airport
Barling AirfieldSmall Airport
Barnards FarmSmall Airport
Beccles AirfieldSmall Airport
Bensons Farm AirstripSmall 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
Bury Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Church Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Clacton AirfieldSmall Airport
Clees Hall AirstripSmall Airport
Crosbie Field ULSmall Airport
Crowfield AirfieldSmall Airport
Cuckoo Tye Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Debach AirfieldSmall Airport
Earls Colne 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 Oakley 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
High Easter AirfieldSmall Airport
Hinderclay Meadows AirfieldSmall Airport
Holly Hill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Horham AirstripSmall Airport
Horsey Island AirfieldSmall Airport
Kimberley Hall AirstripSmall Airport
Knettishall AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Needham Market

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Needham Market Post Office & Shop

Churches & Religious Organizations in Needham Market

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christchurch
Needham Market Evangelical Church
St Andrew, Darmsden
St John the Baptist
St Mary
St Mary
St Mary the Virgin
St Mary, Badley
St Mary's
St Mary's Church
St Mary's, Barking
St Peter
St Peter's Church

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 Needham Market

What is the population of Needham Market?

Needham Market has a population of 4,528 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 395.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.7% female and 49.3% male.

Is Needham Market expensive to live in?

The median household income is $52,515, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $402,278 (43% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,313 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Needham Market?

Needham Market 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 63°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Needham Market?

Needham Market has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,010. There are 412 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Needham Market?

The median home value in Needham Market is $402,278. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,313. The homeownership rate is 74.9%.

How are the schools in Needham Market?

30.0% of adults in Needham Market hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 48.2% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Needham Market?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Needham Market is 2.7% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 1.2% Asian. 98.1% of residents speak only English at home. 5.4% of the population are military veterans. 4.2% of residents have a disability.

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