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Wickham, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Wickham is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,958. Elevation: 489 ft (149 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,958 Population 373/sq mi density
489 ft Elevation 149 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
36.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$57,006 Median Income
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$57,006 median income, 3.7% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$504,638 home value, $1,425/mo rent
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Wickham

Wickham

Wickham is a village in the civil parish of Wickham and Knowle, in the Winchester district, in the county of Hampshire, England. It is about 3 miles north of Fareham. In 2021 it had a population of 2,173. At the 2001 census, it the parish a population of 4,816, falling to 4,299 at the 2011 Census.

People

Population1,958
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density373/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 6%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,006
Per Capita$57,006
Unemployment3.7%

Housing

D
Home Value$504,638
Rent$1,425
Ownership68.9%
Housing Units783

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation489 ft (149 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.0%
High School+53.9%

Community

Population1,958
Population Density373 / sq mi
Elevation489 ft (149 m)
Coordinates51.4434°, -1.4320°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation36.6 inches (929 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.5 inches (11 cm)
Median Household Income$57,006
Median Age43.4 years

About Wickham

Wickham is a small town in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 1,958. The city sits at an elevation of 489 feet (149 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Wickham has a population of 1,958 with a density of 373 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. The city is predominantly White (6%), with 1.3% Black, 4.8% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94% of residents. 4.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 3.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,958
Total Population
373
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above United Kingdom avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.0%
20% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 6.0%

Social Characteristics

Wickham vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Wickham is $57,006, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $57,006 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,096, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 178 business establishments. 41.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Wickham vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$57,006
24% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$57,006
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)178

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone43.4%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home41.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Wickham is $504,638, 79% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,425 (23% above the national average of $1,163). 68.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 783 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$504,638
79% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,425
23% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.9%
Owner-Occupied68.9%
Renter-Occupied31.1%
Housing Units783

Property Tax

Wickham experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. The area receives 4.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 489 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Geography

Elevation489 ft (149 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.6 km²)
Population Density373/sq mi
Coordinates51.4434°N, 1.4320°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.6"
4% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 4.5"
Wettest Month (Dec) 3.07"
Driest Month (Jul) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

36 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.4 on Feb 24, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 129 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 144 km
Sep 23, 2000 1 km WSW of Warwick, United Kingdom M4.0 94 km
May 12, 1994 4 km S of Shipston on Stour, United Kingdom M3.7 66 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.7 115 km
Jan 1, 1994 Wales-England region, United Kingdom M3.6 139 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.6 115 km
Feb 12, 2002 1 km SSE of Deri, United Kingdom M3.5 129 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 150 km
Oct 10, 2001 2 km SSE of Caerphilly, United Kingdom M3.5 123 km
Jun 20, 2002 3 km N of Marshfield, United Kingdom M3.4 115 km
Feb 24, 2023 1 km ENE of Brynmawr, United Kingdom M3.4 126 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 141 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 83 km
Jan 29, 2004 2 km E of North Petherton, United Kingdom M3.3 115 km
Jul 30, 1999 2 km ENE of Bargoed, United Kingdom M3.3 125 km
Sep 9, 1995 0 km WNW of East Wittering, United Kingdom M3.3 84 km
Sep 17, 1993 3 km S of Leominster, United Kingdom M3.2 123 km
Feb 21, 2022 5 km N of Hockley, United Kingdom M3.2 127 km
Sep 23, 2002 3 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M3.2 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 3.0 in
February 40°F (4°C) 2.0 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.3 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 60°F (16°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.7 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.9 in
December 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in Wettest

Wickham has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 40°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.1") and July the driest (1.7").

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37.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 10% above the national average of 33.7%. 53.9% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.0%
10% above United Kingdom avg
High School+53.9%
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density373/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone43.4%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home41.3%

Schools in Wickham

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Welford and Wickham C.E. Primary School - - - -
New Barn School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Wickham

18 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BFBS Aldershot - AAC+ 64 kbps
Raiders Radio dnb, drum and bass AAC 128 kbps
BFBS Brize Norton - AAC+ 64 kbps
Naim Jazz jazz OGG 128 kbps
Naim Radio classical, electronica OGG 160 kbps
Winchester Radio - MP3 128 kbps
State of the Art Radio - MP3
Overton Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Hospital Radio Basingstoke - MP3 128 kbps
HearMe - Classic Rock classic rock MP3
Gold Dust Radio - MP3 192 kbps
RAM FM - 80s Hit Radio 80s MP3 320 kbps
itisnow Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Cherwell - MP3 128 kbps
Naim Classical classical, orchestral OGG 128 kbps
Windrush Radio - MP3 160 kbps
Kennet Radio - AAC 48 kbps
Shine Radio - AAC+ 96 kbps

Museums in Wickham

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Abingdon County Hall Museum
Aldbourne Heritage Centre
Andover Museum of the Iron Age
Champs Chapel Museum of East Hendred
Champs Chapel Museum of East Hendred
Crofton Pumping Station
Didcot Railway Centre
Earth Trust Centre
Greenham Control Tower
GWR Museum
Museum of the Iron Age
Pendon Museum
R112 Visitors Centre
Royal Army Chaplains' Museum
The Sack House
The Signalling Centre
Tom Brown's School Museum
Vale and Downland Museum and Visitor Centre
West Berkshire Museum
Whitchurch Silk Mill

Libraries in Wickham

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Abingdon Library0.0
Andover Library0.0
DCMT Library0.0
Didcot Libary0.0
Faringdon Library0.0
Grove Library0.0
Hungerford Library0.0
Kingsclere Library0.0
Lambourn Library0.0
Newbury Library0.0
Overton Library0.0
Ramsbury Library0.0
Thatcham Library0.0
Wantage Library0.0
Whitchurch Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Wickham

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Wantage Town Market

Hotels in Wickham

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Retreat at Elcot Park

Cafes in Wickham

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Sole Farm

Breweries in Wickham

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Delphic Brweing Co & Taproom
INNformal
Renegade Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Wickham

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Wickham

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Southampton Alpine Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -
South Wilts Ski Club 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Wickham

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Blackbushe AirportBBSMedium Airport
Bournemouth AirportBOHMedium Airport
Farnborough AirportFABMedium Airport
Gloucestershire AirportGLOMedium Airport
Lasham Airfield-Medium Airport
London Oxford AirportOXFMedium Airport
MoD Boscombe Down-Medium Airport
RAF BensonBEXMedium Airport
RAF Brize NortonBZZMedium Airport
RAF FairfordFFDMedium Airport
RAF OdihamODHMedium Airport
Southampton AirportSOUMedium Airport
Arden Heath Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Aston Down Airfield-Small Airport
Baileys Fram Airstrip-Small Airport
Barton Ashes Airstrip-Small Airport
Batchley Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bere Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bernwood Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Berry Grove Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bicester Airfield-Small Airport
Bidford Airfield-Small Airport
Binstead Airfield-Small Airport
Bossington Airstrip-Small Airport
Bowden Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bowerchalke Airfield-Small Airport
Bowerswaine Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Brimpton Airfield-Small Airport
Brockwood Bottom Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Buttermilk Hall Farm-Small Airport
Calcot Airfield-Small Airport
Chalgrove Airfield-Small Airport
Chalk Pyt Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Charlton Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Chilbolton Airfield-Small Airport
Clench Common Airfield-Small Airport
Colemore Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Colthrop Manor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Compton Abbas Aerodrome-Small Airport
Compton Chamberlayne Airstrip-Small Airport
Cornbury House Airstrip-Small Airport
Cotswold AirportGBASmall Airport
Craysmarsh Airstrip-Small Airport
Croft Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Croughton Manor Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Denford Manor Airstrip-Small Airport
Deptford 'Farm' Airstrip-Small Airport
Deptford Airstrip-Small Airport
Devizes Airstrip-Small Airport
Draycot Farm Aerodrome-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wickham

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Gregory
St Swithin

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wickham

What is the population of Wickham?

Wickham has a population of 1,958 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 373 people per square mile, spread across 5.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is Wickham expensive to live in?

The median household income is $57,006, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $504,638 (79% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,425 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Wickham?

Wickham has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 36.6 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Wickham?

Wickham has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,096. There are 178 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Wickham?

The median home value in Wickham is $504,638. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,425. The homeownership rate is 68.9%.

How are the schools in Wickham?

37.0% of adults in Wickham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 53.9% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Wickham?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Wickham is 6% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 4.8% Asian. 94% of residents speak only English at home. 4.3% of the population are military veterans. 3.4% of residents have a disability.

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