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Shipdham, United Kingdom
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Shipdham is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,860. Elevation: 213 ft (65 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 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.
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| Population | 1,860 |
| Population Density | 258 / 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) |
| Median Household Income | $49,944 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Shipdham
Shipdham is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,860. 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.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Shipdham vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Shipdham vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,944 |
| 34% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $49,944 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $960 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 169 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $249,800 |
| 11% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,249 |
| 7% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 63.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 63.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 37.0% |
| Housing Units | 744 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 51.8°F |
| 4% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 222 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 213 ft (65 m) |
| Area | 7.2 sq mi (18.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 258/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.6292°N, 0.8858°W |
| 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").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 258/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.2 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Shipdham
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 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 |
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What is the population of Shipdham?
Shipdham has a population of 1,860 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 258 people per square mile, spread across 7.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Shipdham expensive to live in?
The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $249,800 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
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. 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 Shipdham?
Shipdham has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 169 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Shipdham?
The median home value in Shipdham is $249,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.
How are the schools in Shipdham?
50.0% of adults in Shipdham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Shipdham?
90% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability.