Shipdham, United Kingdom
England · United Kingdom
Shipdham is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,460. Elevation: 213 ft (65 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 Shipdham
Shipdham is a village and civil parish in the Breckland district, in Norfolk, England, approximately 5 miles (8.0 km) south-south-west of Dereham. In the 2001 census the parish had a population of 2,145 in 899 households, falling at the 2011 Census to a population of 2,057 in 899 households. It covers an area of 18.69 km2 (7.22 sq mi).
It is also known to be the longest village in Norfolk.
People
Climate
| Population | 2,460 |
| Population Density | 341 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 213 ft (65 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.6292°, 0.8858° |
| 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 Shipdham
Shipdham is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 2,460. The city sits at an elevation of 213 feet (65 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 | 213 ft (65 m) |
| Area | 7.2 sq mi (18.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 341/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.6292°N, 0.8858°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 |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | Driest |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 57°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) | 2.3 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in |
Shipdham has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.7") and April the driest (1.7").
Schools in Shipdham
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Bullock Church of England Primary and Nursery Academy | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Shipdham
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mix Radio 80s | 1980s, 80s | MP3 256 kbps | |
| BIG BARN RADIO | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Hardrock Hell | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Hospital Radio Colchester | - | MP3 | |
| Hospital Radio Norwich | classical, comedy | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Future Radio | alternative, community | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Amber Radio (Norwich)128k AAC | - | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| Radio West Norfolk | - | MP3 160 kbps | |
| KL1 Radio | 60s to 90s | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Shipdham
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 453rd Bomb Group Museum | ||||
| Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life | ||||
| Bishop Bonner's Cottage Museum | ||||
| 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 | ||||
| Swaffham Heritage | ||||
| Wymondham Heritage Museum |
Libraries in Shipdham
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attleborough Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dereham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Eccles School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fakenham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hingham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Reepham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Swaffham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thetford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Watton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wymondham Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Shipdham
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Attleborough Market | |||||
| Banham Car Boot | |||||
| Cherry Tree Car Boot | |||||
| Snetterton Sunday Market | |||||
| Swaffham Market | |||||
| Thetford Market | |||||
| Watton Country Market |
Hotels in Shipdham
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Shipdham
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Shipdham
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Shipdham
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Day Brewing Co. | ||||
| Elveden Brewery | ||||
| Iceni Brewery | ||||
| Steam-Shed Brewing | ||||
| Wolf Brewery |
Airports Near Shipdham
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| London Stansted Airport | STN | Large Airport |
| 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 |
| Andrewsfield Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Ashley's Field Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Audley End Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Beccles 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 |
| Bridge Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broadmarsh Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brown Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Burnham Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Church Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Clees Hall 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 |
| 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 |
| Green Lane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grove 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 |
| Kimberley Hall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kingfisher's Bridge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Shipdham
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| East Bradenham Mobile Post Office Service | |
| Shipdham Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Shipdham
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints Church | |
| Saint Mary | |
| Saint Mary |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
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What is the population of Shipdham?
Shipdham has a population of 2,460 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 341 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Shipdham?
Shipdham 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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