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Upwell, United Kingdom
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Upwell is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 4,278. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Upwell
Upwell is a village and civil parish in the English county of Norfolk. Upwell village is on the A1101 road, as is Outwell, its conjoined village at the north. The nearest towns are Wisbech to the north-west and Downham Market to the east.
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| Population | 4,278 |
| Population Density | 401 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Coordinates | 52.6025°, 0.2219° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.0 inches (864 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 3.0 inches (8 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $46,780 |
| Median Age | 47.5 years |
About Upwell
Upwell is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 4,278. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 63°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Upwell vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Upwell vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $46,780 |
| 38% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $46,780 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $900 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 389 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 2.1% |
| Work from Home | 20.5% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $343,422 |
| 22% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,170 |
| 1% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 67.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 32.5% |
| Housing Units | 1,711 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.6°F |
| 3% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| Sunny Days | 219 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 16 ft (5 m) |
| Area | 10.7 sq mi (27.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 401/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 52.6025°N, 0.2219°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 41°F (5°C) | 2.0 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.8 in | |
| April | 47°F (8°C) | 1.7 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 1.8 in | |
| June | 58°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 63°F (17°C) | 1.7 in | Warmest |
| August | 62°F (17°C) | 2.1 in | |
| September | 58°F (14°C) | 2.0 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | Wettest |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.0 in |
Upwell has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 39°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.2") and February the driest (1.4").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.3% |
| 31% below United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 39.7% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 401/sq mi |
| Total Area | 10.7 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 2.1% |
| Work from Home | 20.5% |
Schools in Upwell
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upwell Academy | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Upwell
12 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cam FM 97.2 | - | MP3 | |
| BIG BARN RADIO | pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Cambridge Radio | jazz, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Black Cat Radio (US) | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| HearMe - Love songs | love songs | MP3 | |
| Hospital Radio Colchester | - | MP3 | |
| Boomerang Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Heart Cambridge 103.0 | hot adult contemporary | MP3 128 kbps | |
| LoversRockRadio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Heart Peterborough | charts, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio West Norfolk | - | MP3 160 kbps | |
| KL1 Radio | 60s to 90s | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Upwell
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adams Heritage Centre | ||||
| Chatteris Museum | ||||
| Discover Downham Heritage | ||||
| Ely Museum | ||||
| Fenland And West Norfolk Aviation Museum | ||||
| Fossils Galore | ||||
| March & District Museum | ||||
| Museum of Armed Police | ||||
| Museum of Technology | ||||
| North Runcton Art Gallery Museum | ||||
| Octavia Hill Birthplace Museum | ||||
| Peckover House & Gardens | ||||
| Prickwillow Museum | ||||
| RAF Witchford Display of Memorabilia | ||||
| St George's Guildhall | ||||
| Stories of Lynn | ||||
| The Lynn Museum | ||||
| The Stained Glass Museum | ||||
| True's Yard Fisherfolk Museum | ||||
| Wisbech & Fenland Museum |
Libraries in Upwell
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chatteris Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Community Information Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Downham Market Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ely Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gaywood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Haddenham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Holbeach Library | 0.0 | |||||
| King's Lynn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Littleport Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Long Sutton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| March Library | 0.0 | |||||
| RAF Mildenhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wisbech Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Upwell
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downham Market | |||||
| Ely Markets | |||||
| Long Sutton Market Place | |||||
| Skylark Car Boot Sale | |||||
| Skylark Indoor Car Boot Sale | |||||
| Wisbech Market Place |
Clinics in Upwell
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Upwell
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Upwell
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Brewery | ||||
| Hereward Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Upwell
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Upwell
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| London Luton Airport | LTN | Large Airport |
| London Stansted Airport | STN | Large Airport |
| Cambridge City Airport | CBG | Medium Airport |
| RAF Coningsby | QCY | Medium Airport |
| RAF Cranwell | - | Medium Airport |
| RAF Honington | BEQ | Medium Airport |
| RAF Lakenheath | LKZ | Medium Airport |
| RAF Marham | KNF | Medium Airport |
| RAF Mildenhall | MHZ | Medium Airport |
| RAF Waddington | WTN | Medium Airport |
| RAF Wittering | - | Medium Airport |
| Wattisham Airfield | - | Medium Airport |
| (Duplicete)East Kirkby Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Andrewsfield Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Armshold Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ashley's Field Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Audley End Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Barnfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bedford Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Bedwell Hey Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Benington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Black Spring Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blooms Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Boston Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Boughton North Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brickwall Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brooklands Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Brown Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bucknall Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Burnham Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cadwell Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cardington Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Chatteris Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Clees Hall Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Coldharbour Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cottage Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cottered Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cowbit Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Croft Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Crosbie Field UL | - | Small Airport |
| Crowland Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Cuckoo Tye Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Dalkeith Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Decoy Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Duxford Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Earls Colne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Earwig Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| East Kirkby Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| East Winch Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Exning Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Upwell
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Upwell Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Upwell
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Saint Peter | |
| Upwell Methodist Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Upwell
What is the population of Upwell?
Upwell has a population of 4,278 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 401 people per square mile, spread across 10.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.
Is Upwell expensive to live in?
The median household income is $46,780, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $343,422 (22% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,170 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Upwell?
Upwell has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 34.0 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Upwell?
Upwell has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $900. There are 389 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Upwell?
The median home value in Upwell is $343,422. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,170. The homeownership rate is 67.5%.
How are the schools in Upwell?
23.3% of adults in Upwell hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 39.7% have completed high school.
What are the demographics of Upwell?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Upwell is 6.8% White, 0.7% Black or African American, 2.3% Asian. 93.7% of residents speak only English at home. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 5.9% of residents have a disability.