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New Romney, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

New Romney is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 9,674. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
9,674 Population 38/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
26.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,357 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$49,357 median income, 5.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$389,962 home value, $1,234/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population9,674
Median Age47.4 yrs
Density38/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 5%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,357
Per Capita$49,357
Unemployment5.8%

Housing

C
Home Value$389,962
Rent$1,234
Ownership66.6%
Housing Units3,870

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain26.7 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.4%
High School+44.6%

Community

Population9,674
Population Density38 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates50.9860°, 0.9412°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation26.7 inches (678 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,357
Median Age47.4 years

About New Romney

New Romney is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 9,674. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

New Romney has a population of 9,674 with a density of 38 people per square mile, spread across 255.9 square miles. The median age is 47.4 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (4.7%), with 4.4% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.9% of residents. 5.7% of the population are veterans. 6.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

9,674
Total Population
38
People / sq mi
47.4yrs
Median Age
22% above United Kingdom avg
255.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.9%
21% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 5.1%

Social Characteristics

New Romney vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in New Romney is $49,357, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,357 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $949, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 880 business establishments. 28.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: New Romney vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,357
34% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,357
Avg Weekly Wage$949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)880

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit4.8%
Work from Home28.8%

Walkability

The median home value in New Romney is $389,962, 38% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,234 (6% above the national average of $1,163). 66.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,870 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$389,962
38% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,234
6% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.6%
Owner-Occupied66.6%
Renter-Occupied33.4%
Housing Units3,870

Property Tax

New Romney experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 288 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 26.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area255.9 sq mi (662.7 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates50.9860°N, 0.9412°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.7"
30% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.99"
Driest Month (May) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

36 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 12 km
Oct 6, 1999 34 km NNW of Fécamp, France M4.6 113 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 111 km
Dec 14, 1991 3 km SSE of Longfossé, France M4.0 74 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 93 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 57 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 50 km
Jan 27, 1992 6 km SSE of Longfossé, France M3.5 77 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 22 km
Jun 16, 1998 18 km NNW of Yport, France M3.3 134 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 90 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 130 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 56 km
Jul 2, 2001 3 km NNE of Oostduinkerke, Belgium M3.1 124 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 61 km
Aug 26, 2002 40 km NNW of Étretat, France M3.0 124 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 85 km
Nov 5, 1994 5 km N of Debenham, United Kingdom M3.0 144 km
May 1, 1997 21 km W of Fort-Mahon-Plage, France M3.0 76 km
Mar 28, 1996 67 km ESE of Aldeburgh, United Kingdom M3.0 147 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 47 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m 24 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 2.9 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 1.8 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.0 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.7 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.6 in Driest
June 59°F (15°C) 1.8 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.6 in Warmest
August 63°F (17°C) 1.9 in
September 58°F (15°C) 2.5 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.0 in Wettest
November 45°F (7°C) 3.0 in
December 41°F (5°C) 3.0 in

New Romney has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 39°F in January to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.0") and May the driest (1.6").

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27.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 19% below the national average of 33.7%. 44.6% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.4%
19% below United Kingdom avg
High School+44.6%
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density38/sq mi
Total Area255.9 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit4.8%
Work from Home28.8%

Schools in New Romney

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
The Marsh Academy
Greatstone Primary School
St Nicholas Church of England Primary Academy
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Radio Stations near New Romney

11 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
DnB Liquified liquid dnb MP3 128 kbps
EKR Retro Rock 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
Majestic Jukebox Radio 60s, 70s AAC+ 16 kbps
Radio Jupiter adult contemporary, pop MP3 192 kbps
White Cliffs Radio MP3
105.9 Academy FM (Folkestone) AAC+ 48 kbps
DCR104.9 FM community radio MP3 128 kbps
TGM GOSPEL RADIO gospel MP3 320 kbps
Colin Mogagabe MP3 128 kbps
Homemade Radio adult contemporary, blues MP3 320 kbps
Radioalfa2 classic hits MP3

Museums in New Romney

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ashford Borough Museum
Brenzett Aeronautical Museum
Folkestone Museum
Folkestone's Fishing Heritage And History Museum
Godmersham Heritage Centre
Hythe Town Museum
Kent Battle of Britain Museum
Lydd Town Museum
Railway Museum
Romney Marsh Wartime Collection
Romney, Hythe & Dymchurch Railway
Rye Castle Museum
Rye Castle Museum at Ypres Tower
The Agricultural Museum
Winchelsea Corporation Museum
Woodchurch Museum

Libraries in New Romney

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Charing Library0.0
Cheriton Library0.0
Folkestone Library0.0
Folkestone Library (CURRENTLY CLOSED)0.0
Hythe Library0.0
Lydd Library0.0
Lydd Library0.0
Lyminge Library0.0
New Romney0.0
Rye Public Library0.0
Sandgate Library & Parish Council0.0
The Stanhope Centre0.0
Wood Avenue Library0.0
Wye Library0.0

Farmers Markets in New Romney

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kingfisher Blinds
Petticoat Lane Emporium
Rye Farmers' Market
Rye Market
The Goods Yard

Hotels in New Romney

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Littlestone Hotel
The Ship Hotel

Restaurants in New Romney

10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Curry Lounge
Demetrios
Diamond BBQ
Hub on the Beach
New Romney Grill
Pegasus
Romney Spice
Ruzzo
Sante Fe
The Coach House

Cafes in New Romney

7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bakery 64
Costa
Couch Potato
Deblyns Teashop & Garden
Littlestone Meeting Hub
Nikki D's
Orlandos Cafe

Cinemas in New Romney

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cinemarsh

Clinics in New Romney

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Romney Marsh Osteopaths

Dentists in New Romney

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mayden Dental
Pennypot Dental

Train Stations in New Romney

3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

New Romney
Romney Sands
Romney Warren Halt

Gas Stations in New Romney

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso

Gyms in New Romney

3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Marsh Academy Leisure Centre
Scorpions Gym
Taylor Made Gym

Breweries in New Romney

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Curious Brewing
Hop Fuzz Brewery
Romney Marsh Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in New Romney

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near New Romney

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Chatham Ski & Snowboard Centre 0.0 $0

Airports Near New Romney

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Le Touquet-Côte d'Opale AirportLTQMedium Airport
London Southend AirportSENMedium Airport
Lydd London Ashford AirportLYXMedium Airport
Acton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Barling AirfieldSmall Airport
Barnards FarmSmall Airport
Bensons Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Berck-sur-Mer AirfieldSmall Airport
Bonnington AirstripSmall Airport
Boulogne-sur-Mer - Alprech AerodromeSmall Airport
Bradleys Lawn AirstripSmall Airport
Chalksole Green AirstripSmall Airport
Challock AirfieldSmall Airport
Channel Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Churchlands Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Clipgate Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Damyns Hall AerodromeSmall Airport
Egerton AirfieldSmall Airport
Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Fridd Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Frinsted AirstripSmall Airport
Gerpins Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Hamilton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Harringe Court AirfieldSmall Airport
Headcorn AerodromeSmall Airport
Inglenook Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Jenkins Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Laddingford AerodromeSmall Airport
Lamberhurst AirstripSmall Airport
Lamberhurst Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Little Engeham Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Little Robhurst AirstripSmall Airport
Lukesfield AirstripSmall Airport
Meadow Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Napps Field AirstripSmall Airport
Old Hay AirfieldSmall Airport
Palmers Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Pent Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Rankins Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Ripple AirstripSmall Airport
Rochester AirportRCSSmall Airport
Romney Street AirstripSmall Airport
South Weald Private AirstripSmall Airport
Spilstead Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Stoke AirfieldSmall Airport
Stow Maries Great War AerodromeSmall Airport
Thurrock AirfieldSmall Airport
Tiffenden AirstripSmall Airport
Tillingham AirstripSmall Airport
West Newland Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in New Romney

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Greatstone Post Office
Greatstone Sub Post Office
New Romney Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in New Romney

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
New Romney Methodist Church
Romney Marsh Community Church
St Nicholas Church
St Peters

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 New Romney

What is the population of New Romney?

New Romney has a population of 9,674 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 255.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is New Romney expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,357, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $389,962 (38% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,234 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in New Romney?

New Romney has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.7 inches.

How is the job market in New Romney?

The unemployment rate in New Romney is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $949. There are 880 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in New Romney?

The median home value in New Romney is $389,962. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,234. The homeownership rate is 66.6%.

How are the schools in New Romney?

27.4% of adults in New Romney hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 44.6% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of New Romney?

The racial and ethnic makeup of New Romney is 4.7% White, 1% Black or African American, 4.4% Asian. 94.9% of residents speak only English at home. 5.7% of the population are military veterans. 6.5% of residents have a disability.

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