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Rickinghall, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Rickinghall is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,073. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
2,073 Population 658/sq mi density
112 ft Elevation 34 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
35.2 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 Rickinghall

Rickinghall

Rickinghall is a village in the Mid Suffolk district of Suffolk, England. The village is split between two parishes, Rickinghall Inferior and Rickinghall Superior, which join with Botesdale to make a single built-up area.

People

Population2,073
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density658/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 Units829

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation112 ft (34 m)

Education

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

Community

Population2,073
Population Density658 / sq mi
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Coordinates52.3365°, 0.9927°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (895 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.2 inches (6 cm)
Median Household Income$52,515
Median Age48.1 years

About Rickinghall

Rickinghall is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,073. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet (34 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.

Rickinghall has a population of 2,073 with a density of 658 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 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

2,073
Total Population
658
People / sq mi
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above United Kingdom avg
3.2mi²
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

Rickinghall vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Rickinghall 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 189 business establishments. 31.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Rickinghall 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)189

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Rickinghall 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 829 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 Units829

Property Tax

Climate in Rickinghall

Rickinghall 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
Rickinghall experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. The area receives 2.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Geography

Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density658/sq mi
Coordinates52.3365°N, 0.9927°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.2"
7% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 2.2"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.52"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

34 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.8 on Sep 22, 2015.

Feb 27, 2008 1 km NNE of Market Rasen, United Kingdom M4.8 148 km
Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 139 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 11 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 137 km
May 16, 1998 45 km ENE of Hemsby, United Kingdom M4.2 107 km
Aug 6, 2015 59 km ENE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M4.2 122 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 110 km
Dec 21, 2000 38 km NNE of Cromer, United Kingdom M4.0 107 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 96 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 124 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 119 km
May 2, 1995 51 km NE of Hemsby, United Kingdom M3.7 113 km
Sep 20, 1994 55 km NE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M3.6 122 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 124 km
Sep 27, 2003 North Sea M3.5 135 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 136 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 74 km
Aug 12, 2005 82 km NE of Mundesley, United Kingdom M3.4 148 km
Jan 30, 2002 25 km NNE of Sheringham, United Kingdom M3.4 95 km
Jan 21, 1999 4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom M3.3 96 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 0.9 m (3 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m - 139 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.1 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) 1.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.3 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.5 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in

Rickinghall has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.5").

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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 Density658/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Radio Stations near Rickinghall

13 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
The Mix Radio 80s 1980s, 80s MP3 256 kbps
ABC Oldies Radio - MP3 320 kbps
YellowTealPurple ambient, electronic OGG 65535 kbps
FunkURadio 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
Hardrock Hell - MP3 192 kbps
BFBS Colchester - AAC+ 64 kbps
Alpha Wave Radio - MP3 320 kbps
Hospital Radio Colchester - MP3
Park Radio community, diss MP3 96 kbps
FUNKERFM world music AAC+ 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 Rickinghall

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
453rd Bomb Group Museum
95th Bomb Group Memorial Hospital
95th Bomb Group Red Feather Club
Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life
Charles Burrell Museum
Cotton Mechanical Music Museum & Bygones
Dad's Army Museum
Diss Museum
Forncett Steam Museum
Guildhall of Corpus Christi
Haughley Green Air Raid Shelter
In the Footsteps of Thomas Paine
Little Hall
Mid Suffolk Light Railway
Mid Suffolk Light Railway Museum
Museum 4 Watton
Norfolk Tank Museum
The 100th Bomb Group Memorial Museum
The Food Museum
Woolpit & District Museum
Wymondham Heritage Museum

Libraries in Rickinghall

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Attleborough Library0.0
Diss Library0.0
Eccles School Library0.0
Elmswell Memorial Library0.0
Eye Library0.0
Hingham Library0.0
Ixworth Library0.0
Lavenham Library0.0
Long Stratton Library0.0
Needham Market Library0.0
Stowmarket Library0.0
Thetford Library0.0
Thurston Library0.0
Watton Library0.0
Wymondham Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Rickinghall

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Attleborough Market
Banham Car Boot
Farmers' Market
Snetterton Sunday Market
Thetford Market
Watton Country Market
Woolpit Sunday Market

Breweries in Rickinghall

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Artefact Brewery
Bartrams Brewery
Bruha Brewery
Burnt Mill Brewery
Calvors Brewery
De Vossen Brewery
Drinkstone Ales
Earl Soham & Cliff Quay Brewery
Humber Doucy Brewing Co
King's Head Brewery
Old Chimneys Brewery
Shortts Farm Brewery
Wolf Brewery

Airports Near Rickinghall

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Norwich AirportNWIMedium Airport
RAF HoningtonBEQMedium Airport
RAF LakenheathLKZMedium Airport
RAF MarhamKNFMedium Airport
RAF MildenhallMHZMedium Airport
Wattisham Airfield-Medium Airport
Andrewsfield Aerodrome-Small Airport
Beccles Airfield-Small Airport
Bensons 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
Bridge Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Broadmarsh Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brown Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Burnham Airstrip-Small Airport
Bury Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Church Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Clacton Airfield-Small Airport
Clees Hall Airstrip-Small Airport
Crosbie Field UL-Small Airport
Crowfield Airfield-Small Airport
Cuckoo Tye Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Debach Airfield-Small Airport
Earls Colne Airfield-Small Airport
East Winch Airstrip-Small Airport
Elmsett Airfield-Small Airport
Exning Airstrip-Small Airport
Felthorpe Airfield-Small Airport
Fir Grove Airstrip-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
Great Yarmouth - North Denes Airport-Small Airport
Green Lane Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Grove Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Grove Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Gunton Park Airstrip-Small Airport
High Easter Airfield-Small Airport
Hinderclay Meadows Airfield-Small Airport
Holly Hill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Horham Airstrip-Small Airport
Horsey Island Airfield-Small Airport
Ivy Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kimberley Hall Airstrip-Small Airport
Kingfisher's Bridge Airstrip-Small Airport
Knettishall Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Rickinghall

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Rickinghall Mobile Post Office Service

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rickinghall

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Mary
Saint Mary, Hinderclay
St Mary the Virgin

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 Rickinghall

What is the population of Rickinghall?

Rickinghall has a population of 2,073 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 658 people per square mile, spread across 3.2 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 Rickinghall 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 Rickinghall?

Rickinghall 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. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Rickinghall?

Rickinghall 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 189 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Rickinghall?

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

How are the schools in Rickinghall?

30.0% of adults in Rickinghall 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 Rickinghall?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rickinghall 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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