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North Walsham, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

North Walsham is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 12,463. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
12,463 Population 1,869/sq mi density
128 ft Elevation 39 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
24.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$43,640 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$43,640 median income, 4.5% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$386,968 home value, $1,091/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population12,463
Median Age54.8 yrs
Density1,869/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,640
Per Capita$43,640
Unemployment4.5%

Housing

D
Home Value$386,968
Rent$1,091
Ownership69.3%
Housing Units4,985

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain24.3 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation128 ft (39 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.2%
High School+42.4%

Community

Population12,463
Population Density1,869 / sq mi
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Coordinates52.8212°, 1.3875°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation24.3 inches (616 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$43,640
Median Age54.8 years

About North Walsham

North Walsham is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 12,463. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 61°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 24.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

North Walsham has a population of 12,463 with a density of 1,869 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.9% male. The city is predominantly White (2.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.3% of residents. 6.4% of the population are veterans. 6.0% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

12,463
Total Population
1,869
People / sq mi
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above United Kingdom avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.2%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.3%
25% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 1.7%

Social Characteristics

North Walsham vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in North Walsham is $43,640, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,640 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $839, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,134 business establishments. 24.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: North Walsham vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,640
42% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$43,640
Avg Weekly Wage$839

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)1,134

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone57.3%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home24.3%

Walkability

The median home value in North Walsham is $386,968, 37% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,091 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 69.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 4,985 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$386,968
37% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,091
6% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership69.3%
Owner-Occupied69.3%
Renter-Occupied30.7%
Housing Units4,985

Property Tax

Climate in North Walsham

North Walsham has an average annual temperature of 11°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (17.6°C), the coldest is Jan (5.5°C). Average annual precipitation is 840 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.5°C / 42°F 1.4° / 10.7° 67.1
Feb 6.3°C / 43°F 1.7° / 11.7° 78.2
Mar 7°C / 45°F 2.9° / 13.2° 57.1
Apr 8.2°C / 47°F 3.8° / 13.8° 33.0
May 11.4°C / 53°F 6.6° / 17.3° 59.5
Jun 14.6°C / 58°F 9.6° / 21.2° 70.6
Jul 16.7°C / 62°F 12.3° / 22.5° 67.1
Aug 17.6°C / 64°F 13.3° / 23.3° 58.2
Sep 15.9°C / 61°F 10.8° / 22.4° 78.9
Oct 12.7°C / 55°F 8.4° / 17.5° 101.0
Nov 9.2°C / 49°F 3.8° / 14.6° 79.4
Dec 6.9°C / 44°F 2.3° / 11.5° 90.3
North Walsham experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 292 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 24.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.3 km²)
Population Density1,869/sq mi
Coordinates52.8212°N, 1.3875°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 24.3"
36% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.60"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.46"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

30 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M4.1 on Jun 9, 2018.

Feb 27, 2008 1 km NNE of Market Rasen, United Kingdom M4.8 132 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 61 km
May 16, 1998 45 km ENE of Hemsby, United Kingdom M4.2 59 km
Aug 6, 2015 59 km ENE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M4.2 66 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 140 km
Jun 9, 2018 7 km NNE of Withernsea, United Kingdom M4.1 139 km
Dec 21, 2000 38 km NNE of Cromer, United Kingdom M4.0 48 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 135 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 142 km
May 2, 1995 51 km NE of Hemsby, United Kingdom M3.7 61 km
Sep 20, 1994 55 km NE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M3.6 62 km
Sep 27, 2003 North Sea M3.5 81 km
Jun 21, 1998 74 km E of Flamborough, United Kingdom M3.5 141 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 143 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 110 km
Aug 12, 2005 82 km NE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M3.4 89 km
Jan 30, 2002 25 km NNE of Sheringham, United Kingdom M3.4 39 km
Jan 21, 1999 4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom M3.3 86 km
Jul 16, 2007 91 km NE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M3.3 97 km
Oct 7, 1998 3 km ESE of Ulceby, United Kingdom M3.1 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 2.2 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.8 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.6 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.0 in
August 62°F (16°C) 2.0 in Warmest
September 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.4 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in

North Walsham has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.6") and February the driest (1.5").

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26.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 22% below the national average of 33.7%. 42.4% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.2%
22% below United Kingdom avg
High School+42.4%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density1,869/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone57.3%
Public Transit1.7%
Work from Home24.3%

Schools in North Walsham

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Millfield Primary School
North Walsham Junior, Infant School and Nursery
North Walsham Junior School
North Walsham Infant School
Swanton Abbott Community Primary School
North Walsham High School
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Radio Stations near North Walsham

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Boot Boy Radio punk, reggae AAC+ 192 kbps
Hardrock Hell MP3 192 kbps
East Point Radio MP3 128 kbps
Heart Norfolk 102.4 commercial, hot adult contemporary MP3 128 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 North Walsham

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aylsham Heritage Centre
Barton House Railway
City of Norwich Aviation Museum
Cromer Museum
Dragon Hall
Fishermen's Lifeboat Museum
Gunton Park Sawmill
Henry Blogg Lifeboat Museum
Museum of Norwich at the Bridewell
Museum of the Broads
Norfolk Motorcycle Museum
Norwich Castle Museum
Peter Coke Shell Gallery
RAF Air Defence Radar Museum
Sheringham Museum at The Mo
Strangers' Hall
Strumpshaw Steam Museum
Sutton Corn Mill
The South Asia Collection
Toad Hole Cottage
Waxham Great Barn
Woodbastwick Forge

Libraries in North Walsham

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
2nd Air Division Memorial Library0.0
Acle Library0.0
Aylsham Library0.0
Blofield Library0.0
Brundall Library0.0
Childrens Library0.0
Costessey Library0.0
Cromer Library0.0
Earlham Library0.0
Express Library0.0
Hellesdon High Library0.0
Hellesdon Library0.0
Hethersett Library0.0
Martham Library0.0
Mile Cross Library0.0
Mundesley Library0.0
Norfolk and Norwich Millennium Library0.0
North Walsham Library0.0
Plumstead Road Library0.0
Sheringham Library0.0
Sprowston Library0.0
St Williams Way Library0.0
Stalham Library0.0
Taverham Library0.0
Tuckswood Library0.0
UEA Library0.0
West Earlham Library0.0
Wroxham Library0.0

Farmers Markets in North Walsham

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Arminghall Carboot
Norwich Market
St Ssaviour's Yard
The Late One - Car Boot Sale

Hotels in North Walsham

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Beechwood Hotel & Restaurant
Kings Arms Hotel

Restaurants in North Walsham

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Kitale
Chubby Panda
Jade Garden
JR's
Labore
Ramblers Restaurant
The Olive Tree

Cafes in North Walsham

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Christopher's
Coffeesmiths
Costa
Shambles
Swallows
Urban Bites

Theatres in North Walsham

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Black Swan Theater

Monuments in North Walsham

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Obelisk

Clinics in North Walsham

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sims Foot Clinic

Dentists in North Walsham

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

mydentist
The Dental Design Studio

Veterinaries in North Walsham

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Westover Veterinary Centre

Train Stations in North Walsham

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

North Walsham
Worstead

Gas Stations in North Walsham

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sainsbury's

Banks in North Walsham

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Santander

Gyms in North Walsham

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Yendell's Health and Wellness Hub

Breweries in North Walsham

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
The Brewery Tap
Wildcraft Brewery Tap Room
Woodfordes

Stadiums & Teams in North Walsham

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near North Walsham

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Norwich AirportNWIMedium Airport
RAF HoningtonBEQMedium Airport
Wattisham AirfieldMedium Airport
Beccles AirfieldSmall Airport
Blue Tile Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Bridge Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Broadmarsh Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Brown Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Burnham AirstripSmall Airport
Church Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Crowfield AirfieldSmall Airport
Debach AirfieldSmall Airport
Elmsett AirfieldSmall 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 Yarmouth - North Denes AirportSmall Airport
Green Lane Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Grove Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Grove Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Gunton Park AirstripSmall Airport
Hinderclay Meadows AirfieldSmall Airport
Holly Hill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Horham AirstripSmall Airport
Ivy Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Kimberley Hall AirstripSmall Airport
Knettishall AirstripSmall Airport
Langham AirstripSmall Airport
Langmoor Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Laurel Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Lavenham AirstripSmall Airport
Little Haugh Hall Private AirfieldSmall Airport
Little Snoring AirfieldSmall Airport
Long Stratton AirstripSmall Airport
Ludham AirfieldSmall Airport
Manor Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Mendlesham AirstripSmall Airport
Monewden AirstripSmall Airport
Morley Saint Botolph Private AirstripSmall Airport
New Lane Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Northrepps AerodromeSmall Airport
Nut Tree Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Old Buckenham AirfieldSmall Airport
Pond Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Priory Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Rattlesden AirfieldSmall Airport
Seething AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in North Walsham

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Felmingham Post Office
North Walsham Post Office
Royal Mail Enquiries Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in North Walsham

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Catholic Church of The Sacred Heart
North Walsham Congregational Church
North Walsham Methodist Church
North Walsham Salvation Army
Quaker Meeting House
Saint Andrew
Saint Botolph
Saint Margaret
Saint Michael's Church
Saint Nicholas
Wesleyan Methodist Church
Worstead Baptist 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 North Walsham

What is the population of North Walsham?

North Walsham has a population of 12,463 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1,869 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.9% male.

Is North Walsham expensive to live in?

The median household income is $43,640, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $386,968 (37% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,091 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in North Walsham?

North Walsham 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 61°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 24.3 inches.

How is the job market in North Walsham?

North Walsham has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $839. There are 1,134 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in North Walsham?

The median home value in North Walsham is $386,968. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,091. The homeownership rate is 69.3%.

How are the schools in North Walsham?

26.2% of adults in North Walsham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 42.4% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of North Walsham?

The racial and ethnic makeup of North Walsham is 2.2% White, 0.7% Asian. 98.3% of residents speak only English at home. 6.4% of the population are military veterans. 6.0% of residents have a disability.

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