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Barnsley, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Barnsley is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 71,447. Elevation: 367 ft (112 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
71,447 Population 7,202/sq mi density
367 ft Elevation 112 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
45.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
32% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population71,447
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density7,202/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain45.8 in/yr
Sunny Days207/yr
Elevation367 ft (112 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population71,447
Population Density7,202 / sq mi
Elevation367 ft (112 m)
Coordinates53.5500°, -1.4833°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation45.8 inches (1,163 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.1 inches (36 cm)
Median Age40.6 years

Is Barnsley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barnsley receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Barnsley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.8%, 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

Barnsley 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 45.8 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Barnsley has a population of 71,447 with a density of 7,202 people per square mile, spread across 9.9 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. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

71,447
Total Population
7,202
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
9.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Barnsley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Barnsley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barnsley is N/A. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.8% (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.

Income: Barnsley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Barnsley, 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: Barnsley 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

Barnsley 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 45.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 14.1 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 367 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days207 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.8 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall14.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation367 ft (112 m)
Area9.9 sq mi (25.7 km²)
Population Density7,202/sq mi
Coordinates53.5500°N, 1.4833°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 3.0 in
February 39°F (4°C) 2.2 in Coldest
March 42°F (6°C) 2.4 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.0 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
July 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in Warmest
September 56°F (13°C) 2.4 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
November 44°F (6°C) 2.7 in
December 40°F (5°C) 3.2 in Wettest

Barnsley has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 39°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 29.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.2") and July 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

Population Density7,202/sq mi
Total Area9.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Barnsley

What is the population of Barnsley?

Barnsley has a population of 71,447 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 7,202 people per square mile, spread across 9.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Barnsley expensive to live in?

Barnsley is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Barnsley?

Barnsley 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 45.8 inches, with 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Barnsley?

Barnsley has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Barnsley?

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

How healthy is Barnsley?

The obesity rate in Barnsley 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.

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