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Ashdon, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Ashdon is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 553. Elevation: 223 ft (68 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.3 /5.0
A Great
553 Population 72/sq mi density
223 ft Elevation 68 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$63,631 Median Income
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$63,631 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$900/mo rent
A
Safety
4.2 / 5.0
1 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,631
15% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population553
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density72/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,631
Per Capita$63,631
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A

Crime

A
Violent1/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder1.1/100K

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.8%
Depression13.5%
Heart Disease11.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation223 ft (68 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population553
Population Density72 / sq mi
Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Coordinates52.0550°, 0.3132°
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$63,631
Median Age44.0 years

Is Ashdon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ashdon receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Ashdon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ashdon is $63,631, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Ashdon is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380.

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

Ashdon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Ashdon has a population of 553 with a density of 72 people per square mile, spread across 7.7 square miles. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Asian (94.5%), with 1.7% White, 1.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.9% of residents. 3.6% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

553
Total Population
72
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
7.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ashdon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Other Languages4.1%

Social Characteristics

Ashdon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ashdon is $63,631, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $63,631 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below 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. 39.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ashdon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,631
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$63,631

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone47.6%
Public Transit3.1%
Work from Home39.4%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.6%
Renter-Occupied29.4%

Property Tax

In Ashdon, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 11.0% of residents, above the national average. 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). 2.9% experience frequent mental distress.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
Heart Disease11.0%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
COPD1.9%
Kidney Disease2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.8%
30% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity79.9%
Depression13.5%
Mental Distress2.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%
Premature Death110/100K

Food & Exercise

Ashdon has a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 1.1 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Ashdon receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Ashdon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent1.1/100K
100% below US avg
Murder1.1/100K
82% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeA
Safety Score4.2 / 5.0
Ashdon 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. 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 223 feet.

Temperature

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Area7.7 sq mi (20.0 km²)
Population Density72/sq mi
Coordinates52.0550°N, 0.3132°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.1 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.8 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.3 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in

Ashdon has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 39°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.3") and February the driest (1.5").

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 Density72/sq mi
Total Area7.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

A Safety Grade (4.2/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone47.6%
Public Transit3.1%
Work from Home39.4%

Frequently Asked Questions About Ashdon

What is the population of Ashdon?

Ashdon has a population of 553 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 72 people per square mile, spread across 7.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Ashdon expensive to live in?

Ashdon 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 $63,631, 15% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Ashdon safe?

Ashdon is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Ashdon receives a safety grade of A based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Ashdon?

Ashdon 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. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Ashdon?

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

How much does housing cost in Ashdon?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $900.

How are the schools in Ashdon?

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

How healthy is Ashdon?

The obesity rate in Ashdon 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 Ashdon?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ashdon is 1.7% White, 1.6% Black or African American, 94.5% Asian. 95.9% of residents speak only English at home. 3.6% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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