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Swaffham, United Kingdom
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Swaffham is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 7,258. Elevation: 249 ft (76 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Swaffham
Swaffham is a market town and civil parish in the Breckland District and English county of Norfolk. It is situated 12 miles east of King's Lynn and 31 miles west of Norwich.
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| Population | 7,258 |
| Population Density | 635 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 249 ft (76 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.6477°, 0.6857° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 26.3 inches (669 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $43,687 |
| Median Age | 46.8 years |
About Swaffham
Swaffham is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 7,258. The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet (76 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Swaffham vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Swaffham vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $43,687 |
| 42% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $43,687 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $840 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 660 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 59.7% |
| Public Transit | 1.5% |
| Work from Home | 21.9% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $345,878 |
| 23% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,092 |
| 6% below United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 67.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.3% |
| Housing Units | 2,903 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.2°F |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 62°F (16°C) |
| Sunny Days | 288 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 249 ft (76 m) |
| Area | 11.4 sq mi (29.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 635/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.6477°N, 0.6857°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.0 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 62°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (16°C) | 2.3 in | |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | Wettest |
| December | 40°F (5°C) | 2.4 in |
Swaffham has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in January to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (1.8").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.1% |
| 31% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 40.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 635/sq mi |
| Total Area | 11.4 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 59.7% |
| Public Transit | 1.5% |
| Work from Home | 21.9% |
Schools in Swaffham
5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Heartwood Church of England VC Primary & Nursery School | - | - | - | - |
| The Nicholas Hamond Academy | - | - | - | - |
| OneSchool Global UK - Swaffham Campus | - | - | - | - |
| Swaffham CofE Primary Academy | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Swaffham
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mix Radio 80s | 1980s, 80s | MP3 256 kbps | |
| BIG BARN RADIO | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| HearMe - Love songs | love songs | MP3 | |
| Hospital Radio Colchester | - | MP3 | |
| Radio West Norfolk | - | MP3 160 kbps | |
| KL1 Radio | 60s to 90s | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Swaffham
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancient House Museum of Thetford Life | ||||
| Brandon Heritage Centre | ||||
| 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 | ||||
| Museum 4 Watton | ||||
| Narborough Museum & Heritage Centre | ||||
| Shirehall Museum and Abbey Grounds | ||||
| St Seraphim's Icon and Railway Heritage Museum | ||||
| Swaffham Heritage | ||||
| The House of Correction |
Libraries in Swaffham
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dersingham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fakenham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lakenheath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Marham Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Swaffham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thetford Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Watton Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Swaffham
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Tree Car Boot | |||||
| Market Hill | |||||
| Swaffham Market | |||||
| Thetford Market | |||||
| Watton Country Market |
Hotels in Swaffham
3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Swaffham
5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Swaffham
11 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Swaffham
5 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Swaffham
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Swaffham
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Swaffham
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Swaffham
2 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Swaffham
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Swaffham
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downham Cider and Tap Room | ||||
| Iceni Brewery | ||||
| Steam-Shed Brewing |
Airports Near Swaffham
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| (Duplicete)East Kirkby Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Acthorpe Top Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Armshold Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ashley's Field Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Audley End Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Barnfield Farm Airstrip | - | 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 |
| Broadmarsh Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brown Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Burnham Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chatteris Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Clees Hall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coldharbour Farm 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 |
| Duxford Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Earls Colne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| East Kirkby Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| East Winch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Eastfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Elmsett Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Exning Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Felthorpe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fen End Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fenland Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Fir Grove Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fowlmere Airfield | - | 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 |
| Gunton Park Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hall Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Swaffham
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Swaffham Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Swaffham
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints | |
| Baptist Church | |
| Catholic Church of Our Lady of Pity | |
| Fountain of life Church | |
| Saint Peter and Saint Paul Swaffham with Saint Mary Sporle | |
| Swaffham Methodist Church | |
| The Oasis Centre |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
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What is the population of Swaffham?
Swaffham has a population of 7,258 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 635 people per square mile, spread across 11.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.4% female and 49.6% male.
Is Swaffham expensive to live in?
The median household income is $43,687, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $345,878 (23% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,092 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 Swaffham?
Swaffham has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.3 inches.
How is the job market in Swaffham?
Swaffham has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $840. There are 660 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Swaffham?
The median home value in Swaffham is $345,878. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,092. The homeownership rate is 67.8%.
How are the schools in Swaffham?
23.1% of adults in Swaffham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 40.0% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Swaffham?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Swaffham is 7.7% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 1.4% Asian. 93.3% of residents speak only English at home. 6.4% of the population are military veterans. 5.5% of residents have a disability.