1938–39 in English football

The 1938–39 season was the 64th season of competitive football in England. It was the last completed season before the Second World War.

Honours
Notes = Number in parentheses is the times that club has won that honour. * indicates new record for competition

Top goalscorers
First Division
 * Tommy Lawton (Everton) – 35 goals

Second Division
 * Hugh Billington (Luton Town) – 28 goals

Third Division North
 * Wally Hunt (Carlisle United) – 32 goals

Third Division South
 * Ben Morton (Swindon Town) – 28 goals