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Barnstaple, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Barnstaple is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 31,616. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
31,616 Population 9,410/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
43.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$41,506 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$41,506 median income, 4.2% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,506
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population31,616
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density9,410/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,506
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population31,616
Population Density9,410 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates51.0802°, -4.0581°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation43.4 inches (1,102 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$41,506
Median Age40.6 years

Is Barnstaple a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Barnstaple receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Barnstaple offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Barnstaple is $41,506, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, 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

Barnstaple experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Barnstaple has a population of 31,616 with a density of 9,410 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 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 (97%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.7% of residents. 5.9% 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

31,616
Total Population
9,410
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Barnstaple vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Other Languages2.3%

Social Characteristics

Barnstaple vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Barnstaple is $41,506, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.2% (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. 24.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Barnstaple vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,506
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% 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 Alone52.2%
Public Transit2.4%
Work from Home24.3%

Walkability

In Barnstaple, 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: Barnstaple 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

Barnstaple experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. 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 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density9,410/sq mi
Coordinates51.0802°N, 4.0581°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 4.8 in
February 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 3.3 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.6 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in Driest
June 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 3.2 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
October 52°F (11°C) 4.5 in
November 47°F (8°C) 5.1 in Wettest
December 44°F (6°C) 5.0 in

Barnstaple has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 41°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.1") and May the driest (2.4").

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 Density9,410/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone52.2%
Public Transit2.4%
Work from Home24.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Barnstaple

What is the population of Barnstaple?

Barnstaple has a population of 31,616 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 9,410 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Barnstaple expensive to live in?

Barnstaple 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 $41,506, 45% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Barnstaple?

Barnstaple has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Barnstaple?

Barnstaple has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Barnstaple?

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

How healthy is Barnstaple?

The obesity rate in Barnstaple 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 Barnstaple?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Barnstaple is 1% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 97% Asian. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 5.9% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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