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Witham, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Witham is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 25,353. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
25,353 Population 98/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$50,434 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$50,434 median income, 4.4% unemployment
D
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$419,828 home value, $1,261/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population25,353
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density98/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,434
Per Capita$50,434
Unemployment4.4%

Housing

D
Home Value$419,828
Rent$1,261
Ownership68.6%
Housing Units10,141

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.8%
High School+44.1%

Community

Population25,353
Population Density98 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates51.8001°, 0.6404°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation32.4 inches (823 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.8 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$50,434
Median Age43.4 years

About Witham

Witham is a small city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 25,353. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Witham has a population of 25,353 with a density of 98 people per square mile, spread across 260.0 square miles. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51% female and 49% male. The city is predominantly White (4%), with 2.7% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.3% of residents. 3.7% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 4.4% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

25,353
Total Population
98
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above United Kingdom avg
260.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.3%
23% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 3.7%

Social Characteristics

Witham vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Witham is $50,434, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,434 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $970, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 2,307 business establishments. 28.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Witham vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,434
33% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$50,434
Avg Weekly Wage$970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)2,307

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.6%
Public Transit3.5%
Work from Home28.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Witham is $419,828, 49% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,261 (8% above the national average of $1,163). 68.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 10,141 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$419,828
49% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,261
8% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.6%
Owner-Occupied68.6%
Renter-Occupied31.4%
Housing Units10,141

Property Tax

Climate in Witham

Witham has an average annual temperature of 10.9°C (52°F). The hottest month is Aug (18.1°C), the coldest is Jan (4.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 743 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.1°C / 39°F -3.2° / 12° 58.4
Feb 6.1°C / 43°F -1.7° / 14.5° 58.9
Mar 7.1°C / 45°F -0.9° / 16.9° 56.5
Apr 8.5°C / 47°F -0.9° / 18.6° 32.4
May 12.3°C / 54°F 3° / 21.7° 49.7
Jun 15.8°C / 60°F 6.7° / 26.5° 62.0
Jul 17.7°C / 64°F 8.9° / 28.6° 58.9
Aug 18.1°C / 65°F 9.3° / 28° 52.1
Sep 15.6°C / 60°F 6.4° / 26.3° 59.6
Oct 11.9°C / 53°F 3.6° / 19.9° 96.3
Nov 7.7°C / 46°F -0.6° / 15.7° 73.6
Dec 5.8°C / 42°F -1.8° / 13° 85.0
Witham experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. The area receives 2.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area260.0 sq mi (673.4 km²)
Population Density98/sq mi
Coordinates51.8001°N, 0.6404°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.4"
15% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 2.8"
Wettest Month (Nov) 2.20"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.34"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

32 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M3.3 on Feb 27, 2019.

Apr 28, 2007 1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom M4.6 84 km
Feb 15, 1994 7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom M4.4 66 km
Jan 23, 2007 57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M4.1 104 km
Sep 15, 1994 38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom M3.9 81 km
Jan 28, 2015 2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.8 138 km
Jan 27, 1998 27 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.8 150 km
May 22, 2015 3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom M3.7 78 km
Apr 18, 2014 3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom M3.5 139 km
Mar 3, 2009 1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom M3.5 85 km
Feb 17, 1992 1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom M3.4 84 km
Jan 21, 1999 4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom M3.3 142 km
Feb 27, 2019 3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom M3.3 92 km
Feb 13, 1997 26 km W of Le Touquet-Paris-Plage, France M3.2 148 km
May 4, 1990 0 km NE of Coquelles, France M3.1 125 km
Sep 6, 1993 35 km E of Caister-on-Sea, United Kingdom M3.0 147 km
Nov 25, 1998 26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France M3.0 118 km
Nov 5, 1994 5 km N of Debenham, United Kingdom M3.0 64 km
Mar 28, 1996 67 km ESE of Aldeburgh, United Kingdom M3.0 127 km
Jan 1, 1995 2 km ESE of Halesworth, United Kingdom M2.9 86 km
Feb 15, 1994 4 km NNE of Banham, United Kingdom M2.9 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1858 NORTH SEA Unknown 6.0 m - 109 km
1911 FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND Meteorological 0.9 m - 88 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.1 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.3 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.7 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.6 in
May 53°F (11°C) 1.6 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.6 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.2 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.0 in

Witham has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.2") and February the driest (1.3").

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25.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 23% below the national average of 33.7%. 44.1% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.8%
23% below United Kingdom avg
High School+44.1%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density98/sq mi
Total Area260.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.6%
Public Transit3.5%
Work from Home28.8%

Schools in Witham

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Howbridge Church of England Junior School - - - -
Holy Family Catholic Primary School - - - -
Templars Academy - - - -
Powers Hall - - - -
Chipping Hill Primary School - - - -
Southview School - - - -
Elm Hall Primary School - - - -
Lift New Rickstones - - - -
Lift Maltings - - - -
Chatten Free School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Witham

30 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Street Sounds Radio dance, disco MP3
Radio Caroline Flashback 60s, 70s MP3 128 kbps
The Mix Radio 80s 1980s, 80s MP3 256 kbps
Radio Essex contemporary hits radio, pop MP3
ABC Oldies Radio - MP3 320 kbps
BBC Essex - UNKNOWN
EKR Retro Rock 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
YellowTealPurple ambient, electronic OGG 65535 kbps
Big L 2 70's, 80's MP3 128 kbps
Greatest Hits Radio (Essex) 70's, 80's AAC+ 48 kbps
HearMe - Love songs love songs MP3
Radio Caroline North - AAC+ 52 kbps
Lifestyle Radio UK country, pop MP3 192 kbps
The Voice Of Doom death metal, doom metal AAC 320 kbps
Zero Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Retro Mix Radio 70s, 80s AAC+ 48 kbps
Sheppey FM 92.2 - MP3 256 kbps
Colin Mogagabe - MP3 128 kbps
Homemade Radio adult contemporary, blues MP3 320 kbps
FUNKERFM world music AAC+ 128 kbps
Radioalfa2 classic hits MP3
City Sound pop MP3 128 kbps
Radio Caroline Flashback - MP3 128 kbps
NanoRadio - MP3 192 kbps
Stomp Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Chelmsford Community Radio independent MP3 128 kbps
Phoenix FM community radio MP3 128 kbps
Hospital Radio Chelmsford - MP3 128 kbps
Kori The Pom Radio drum & bass, edm MP3 128 kbps
GlitterBeam Italia lgbt, lgbtqia+ MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Witham

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alderford Water Mill
Braintree Museum
Burnham-on-Crouch and District Museum
Chelmsford Museum
Coggeshall Museum
Colne Valley Railway
Combined Military Services Museum
Earls Colne Heritage Museum
East Anglian Railway Museum
Essex Police Museum
Flitch Way Railway Carriage Museum
Gainsborough's House
Great Bardfield Cottage Museum
Heritage Centre & Platforms 5 + 6
Mangapp's Farm
Museum in the Park
Peter Edwards Library & Museum
Prittlewell Priory
Radio Caroline Ross Revenge
Restoration Shed
Ridgewell Airfield Museum
Sandford Mill Museum
Stow Maries Great War Aerodrome Museum
Sudbury Heritage Centre and Museum
The Cater Museum
The Museum of Power
Tiptree Jam Museum
Warner Textile Archive

Libraries in Witham

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
ARU Library0.0
Basildon Library0.0
Billericay Library0.0
Braintree Library0.0
Broomfield Library0.0
Burnham-on-Crouch Library0.0
Chelmsford Central Library0.0
Coggeshall Library0.0
Danbury Library0.0
Earls Colne Library0.0
Fryerns Library0.0
Galleywood Library0.0
Great Baddow Library0.0
Great Tarpots Library0.0
Great Wakering Library0.0
Hadleigh Library0.0
Halstead Library0.0
Hatfield Peverel Library0.0
Hockley Library0.0
Hullbridge Library0.0
Kelvedon Library0.0
Kent Elms Library0.0
Laindon Library0.0
Maldon Library0.0
North Melbourne Library0.0
Pitsea Library0.0
Pitsea Library0.0
Prettygate Library0.0
Rayleigh Library0.0
Rochford Library0.0
Rochford Library0.0
Sible Hedingham Library0.0
Silver End Library0.0
South Benfleet Library0.0
South Woodham Ferrers Library0.0
Southminster Libary0.0
Springfield Library0.0
Stanway Library0.0
Stock Library0.0
Sudbury Library0.0
The Bishop Wilson Memorial Library0.0
Thomas Plume's Library0.0
Tiptree Library0.0
Vange Library0.0
Warner Library0.0
Wickham Bishops Library0.0
Witham Library0.0
Writtle Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Witham

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Barleylands Craft Village
Basildon Market
Chelmsford Market
Coggeshall Market
Dunton Boot Sale
Rayleigh Lanes

Hotels in Witham

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rivenhall Hotel
White Hart Hotel

Restaurants in Witham

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Crofters Wine Bar
Lian
Lian
Thai Cottage
Valero Lounge

Cafes in Witham

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Get it Fresh!
Loco Espresso
Starbucks
Strawberry Tea Room
Toast

Train Stations in Witham

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Witham

Gas Stations in Witham

5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ESSO Doe Motors
GB #1462665963
GB #547758291
GB #705472678
Gulf

Banks in Witham

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Nationwide

Gyms in Witham

3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness
Benton Hall Golf & Country Club
Witham Leisure Centre

Golf Courses in Witham

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Rivenhall Oaks Golf Centre

Breweries in Witham

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Billericay Brewing Company
Chelmsford Brew Co Ltd
Courtyard Brewery
Crouch Vale Brewery
Crouch Vale Brewery
Felstar Brewery
Little Earth Project
Maldon Brewing Co
Mauldons
Mighty Oak Brewing Co. Ltd
Pumphouse Brewery
Red Fox Brewery
Shalford Brewery
Viaduct Brewhouse
Wibblers Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Witham

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Ski Resorts Near Witham

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Chatham Ski & Snowboard Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Witham

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
London Stansted AirportSTNLarge Airport
Cambridge City AirportCBGMedium Airport
London Biggin Hill AirportBQHMedium Airport
London City AirportLCYMedium Airport
London Southend AirportSENMedium Airport
RAF HoningtonBEQMedium Airport
RAF LakenheathLKZMedium Airport
RAF MildenhallMHZMedium Airport
Wattisham Airfield-Medium Airport
Andrewsfield Aerodrome-Small Airport
Armshold Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Audley End Airfield-Small Airport
Barling Airfield-Small Airport
Barnards Farm-Small Airport
Barnfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bedwell Hey Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bensons Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Blooms Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bonnington Airstrip-Small Airport
Brickwall Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Broadmarsh Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Brown Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bury Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Chalksole Green Airstrip-Small Airport
Challock Airfield-Small Airport
Channel Gliding Club-Small Airport
Chatteris Airfield-Small Airport
Clacton Airfield-Small Airport
Clees Hall Airstrip-Small Airport
Clipgate Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Coldharbour Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Cottered Airstrip-Small Airport
Crockham Hill Airfield-Small Airport
Crosbie Field UL-Small Airport
Crowfield Airfield-Small Airport
Cuckoo Tye Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Damyns Hall Aerodrome-Small Airport
Debach Airfield-Small Airport
Duxford Aerodrome-Small Airport
Dysons Osiers Airstrip-Small Airport
Earls Colne Airfield-Small Airport
East Haxted Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Egerton Airfield-Small Airport
Elmsett Airfield-Small Airport
Exning Airstrip-Small Airport
Farthing Corner / Stoneacre Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Fen End Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Fowlmere Airfield-Small Airport
Fridd Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Frinsted Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Witham

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Maltings Lane Post Office
Witham Post Office

Treatment Centers in Witham

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Perry Clayman Project

Churches & Religious Organizations in Witham

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Guithavon Valley Evangelical Church
Holy Family And All Saints Church
Kingdom Hall Of Jehovahs Witnesses
Rickstones Evangelical Church
St Germanus, Faulkbourne
St Nicholas, Little Braxted
St Nicolas, Witham
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The Holy Family and All Saints Catholic Church
Witham Methodist Church
Witham United Reformed Church

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 Witham

What is the population of Witham?

Witham has a population of 25,353 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 98 people per square mile, spread across 260.0 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 51% female and 49% male.

Is Witham expensive to live in?

The median household income is $50,434, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $419,828 (49% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,261 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Witham?

Witham has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Witham?

Witham has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $970. There are 2,307 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Witham?

The median home value in Witham is $419,828. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,261. The homeownership rate is 68.6%.

How are the schools in Witham?

25.8% of adults in Witham hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 44.1% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Witham?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Witham is 4% White, 1% Black or African American, 2.7% Asian. 96.3% of residents speak only English at home. 3.7% of the population are military veterans. 4.4% of residents have a disability.

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