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Barlaston, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Barlaston is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,979. Elevation: 348 ft (106 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,979 Population
348 ft Elevation 106 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
29.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$50,452 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$50,452 median income, 3.8% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,452
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population1,979
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,452
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation348 ft (106 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population1,979
Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Coordinates52.9420°, -2.1705°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation29.3 inches (744 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$50,452
Median Age40.6 years

Is Barlaston a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barlaston is $50,452, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, 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

Barlaston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 283 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Barlaston has a population of 1,979. 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 (93.4%), with 2.3% White, 1.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96% of residents. 5.3% 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

1,979
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Barlaston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Other Languages4%

Social Characteristics

Barlaston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barlaston is $50,452, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.8% (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. 30.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Barlaston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,452
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% 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 Alone53.3%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home30.1%

Walkability

In Barlaston, 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: Barlaston 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

Barlaston experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 283 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). 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 348 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.3 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Coordinates52.9420°N, 2.1705°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 38°F (3°C)
2.7"
Feb 38°F (3°C)
1.9"
Mar 42°F (5°C)
2.3"
Apr 45°F (7°C)
2.0"
May 51°F (11°C)
2.2"
Jun 56°F (13°C)
2.6"
Jul 60°F (16°C)
2.1"
Aug 60°F (15°C)
2.8"
Sep 55°F (13°C)
2.5"
Oct 49°F (10°C)
2.6"
Nov 43°F (6°C)
2.9"
Dec 40°F (4°C)
2.8"

The warmest month is July at 60°F, while the coldest is February at 38°F — a seasonal swing of 22°F. November sees the most rain (2.9"), while February is the driest (1.9").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone53.3%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home30.1%

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