Welcome to Hemsby
CLICK FOR 2021 CENSUS DATAIntroduction
Hemsby is a village, seaside resort and civil parish in the county of Norfolk, England. It is situated some 7.5 mi (12.1 km) north of the town of Great Yarmouth. In the 2001 census Hemsby had a population of 2,973 in 1,221 households; the population increased in the 2011 census to 3,275. Hemsby borders the villages of Winterton-on-Sea and Scratby. For the purpose of local government, the parish is in the district of Great Yarmouth.Coastal erosion is destroying a number of homes and others are threatened. A Norfolk county map dated around 1610 shows a headland, called Winterton Ness, extending into the sea north-east of Hemsby. This headland has now almost entirely disappeared through erosion. The village's name means 'Hemer's farm/settlement'. Hemsby, along with much of the Norfolk coast, was targeted by the Vikings, who initially raided the area in search of precious materials and slaves. The village was founded at some point during this time. The settlement grew steadily and is listed in the Domesday Book under the name of Haimesbei with a description of "a hamlet covering 43 meadow acres with 50 households, 3 slaves, 2 salt pans and 160 sheep."
Parish Information
Parish statistics
Area |
706 hectares |
|---|---|
Population |
3,085 (2021) |
Density |
437 people/km2 |
Mean age |
48.3 |
Ward |
East Flegg |
District |
Great Yarmouth |
Postcodes |
NR29 |
ONS ID |
E04006270 |
Council
Contact details for Hemsby Parish Council, including current councillors, precept data and election results.
Education
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Business
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Property
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Heritage
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