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Abergavenny, United Kingdom

Wales · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Abergavenny is a small city in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 14,651. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
14,651 Population 3,672/sq mi density
197 ft Elevation 60 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
43.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$52,742 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$52,742 median income, 3.9% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,742
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population14,651
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density3,672/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,742
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.8%
Depression13.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain43.9 in/yr
Sunny Days207/yr
Elevation197 ft (60 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population14,651
Population Density3,672 / sq mi
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Coordinates51.8210°, -3.0174°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation43.9 inches (1,114 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.5 inches (19 cm)
Median Household Income$52,742
Median Age40.6 years

Is Abergavenny a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Abergavenny receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Abergavenny offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Abergavenny is $52,742, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Abergavenny experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches, including 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Abergavenny has a population of 14,651 with a density of 3,672 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Asian (96.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98% of residents. 5.4% of the population are veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

14,651
Total Population
3,672
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Abergavenny vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Other Languages2%

Social Characteristics

Abergavenny vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Abergavenny is $52,742, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 85.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. 34.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Abergavenny vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,742
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone52.4%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home34.3%

Walkability

In Abergavenny, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.4% have high blood pressure. 9.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.9% report binge drinking. 79.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Abergavenny vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
High Blood Pressure26.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.8%
30% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity79.9%
Depression13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%

Food & Exercise

Abergavenny experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches. The area receives 7.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days207 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.9 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall7.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²)
Population Density3,672/sq mi
Coordinates51.8210°N, 3.0174°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 5.5 in
February 38°F (3°C) 3.9 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 4.2 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.1 in
May 51°F (10°C) 3.1 in
June 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in Driest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in Warmest
September 55°F (13°C) 4.2 in
October 49°F (10°C) 4.7 in
November 43°F (6°C) 5.2 in
December 40°F (5°C) 5.6 in Wettest

Abergavenny has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 38°F in February to 59°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.6") and July the driest (2.6").

36.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 7% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 96.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.2%
7% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density3,672/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone52.4%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home34.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Abergavenny

What is the population of Abergavenny?

Abergavenny has a population of 14,651 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3,672 people per square mile, spread across 4.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Abergavenny expensive to live in?

Abergavenny is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.9 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $52,742, 30% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Abergavenny?

Abergavenny 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 59°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 43.9 inches, with 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Abergavenny?

Abergavenny has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Abergavenny?

36.2% of adults in Abergavenny hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Abergavenny?

The obesity rate in Abergavenny is 26.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.8% of adults are smokers. 79.9% are physically inactive. 13.5% of residents report depression.

What are the demographics of Abergavenny?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Abergavenny is 1% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 96.9% Asian. 98% of residents speak only English at home. 5.4% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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