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Watton, United Kingdom
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Watton is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 7,601. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Watton
Watton is a market town in the Breckland district of Norfolk, England, about 25 miles (40Â km) west-southwest of Norwich and 15 miles (24Â km) northeast of Thetford. The annual Wayland Agricultural Show in its west is one of the oldest one-day such shows in England.
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| Population | 7,601 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | 53.9333°, -0.4500° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | England |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 37.6 inches (955 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 5.8 inches (15 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $49,944 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Watton
Watton is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 7,601. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Watton vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Watton 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) | 692 |
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 | $46 |
| 100% 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 | 3,040 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.0°F |
| 7% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 209 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 1,392.6 sq mi (3,606.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 53.9333°N, 0.4500°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 1.5 in | Coldest, Driest |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 1.9 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 1.8 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| June | 56°F (14°C) | 2.2 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 1.9 in | |
| August | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| September | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| October | 51°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| November | 44°F (7°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
Watton has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 39°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 24.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.5").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1,392.6 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Watton
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hutton Cranswick Community Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Beswick and Watton CofE (VC) School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Watton
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| TruckStopRadio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Scarborough | community radio | MP3 64 kbps | |
| This is the Coast | - | MP3 | |
| 107FM | community | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Vixen 101 | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Great Driffield Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps |
Museums in Watton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bayle Museum | ||||
| Beverley Art Gallery | ||||
| Computer Sheds Museum | ||||
| Dinostar | ||||
| East Riding Treasure House | ||||
| Ferens Art Gallery | ||||
| Hands on History Museum | ||||
| Hull and East Riding Museum | ||||
| Hull Fishing Heritage Centre | ||||
| Hull Maritime Museum | ||||
| Hull people's memorial museum | ||||
| Hull Streetlife Museum | ||||
| Museum of the Wagoners' Special Reserve | ||||
| North Frodingham Local History Museum | ||||
| Skidby Windmill Museum of East Riding Rural Life | ||||
| Sutton and Wawne museum | ||||
| The Ropery | ||||
| Wilberforce House Museum | ||||
| Wilderspin National School | ||||
| Yorkshire Wolds Railway Visitor Centre |
Libraries in Watton
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anlaby Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Anlaby Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Avenues Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beverley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bransholme Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brynmor Jones Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carnegie Heritage Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Children's library | 0.0 | |||||
| Children's library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cottingham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Driffield Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fred Moore Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gipsyville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gipsyville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Greenwood Avenue Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hessle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hull Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hull History Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Ings Road Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leven Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Market Weighton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| North Ferriby Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Petuaria Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| South Cave Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Swanland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Western Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Western Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Watton
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corn Hill | |||||
| Saturday Market | |||||
| Skirlington Sunday Market | |||||
| Trinity Market | |||||
| Wednesday Market |
Cafes in Watton
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Watton
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Watton
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Watton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aitcheson's Brewery | ||||
| Aitcheson's Brewery | ||||
| Atom Beers | ||||
| Atom Beers | ||||
| Belschnickel Brewery | ||||
| Belschnickel Brewery | ||||
| Raven Hill Brewery | ||||
| The Minerva | ||||
| Wold Top Brewery | ||||
| Yorkshire Brewhouse | ||||
| Yorkshire Brewhouse |
Stadiums & Teams in Watton
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Watton
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Humberside Airport | HUY | Medium Airport |
| Leeds East Airport | - | Medium Airport |
| Acaster Malbis Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Acthorpe Top Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ashley's Field Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Askern Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Beverley/Linley Hill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Birchwood Lodge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Boon Hill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Breighton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Bridge Cottage Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bridlington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Brookfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bucknall Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Burn Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Burton-Constable Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cadwell Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cliffe Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cuxwold Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Darlton Gliding Club | - | Small Airport |
| Eastfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Eddsfield Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Elvington Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Finningley Village Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Forwood Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Full Sutton Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Garton Field Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Gilrudding Grange Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grange Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grange Farm Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Grove Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hall Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Haxey Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Headon Microlight Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hibaldstow Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hollym Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Hollym West Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Howden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Ings Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kirton-in-Lindsey Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| Lindens Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Little Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lodge Field House Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Low Moor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Lower Park Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Melrose Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Moor Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Netherthorpe Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Newgate Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Watton
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Hutton Cranswick Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Watton
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cranswick Methodist Church | |
| Hutton Methodist Chapel | |
| St Margaret's Church | |
| St Mary | |
| St Peter's Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Watton
What is the population of Watton?
Watton has a population of 7,601 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,392.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Watton expensive to live in?
The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $46 (100% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 0x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Watton?
Watton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 209 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches, with 5.8 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Watton?
Watton 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 692 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Watton?
The median home value in Watton is $46. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.
How are the schools in Watton?
50.0% of adults in Watton 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 Watton?
90% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability.