Benenden, United Kingdom — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $60,828

19% lower than US avg

Home Value $1

100% 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 4.1%

14% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.5%

96% lower than US avg

People

Population787

Median Age43.1 yrs

Density4/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 3%

Veterans3.5%

Economy

B+

Median Income$60,828

Per Capita$60,828

Unemployment4.1%

Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+

Home Value$1

Rent$900

OwnershipN/A

Crime

Violent1/100K

PropertyN/A

Murder1.1/100K

Health

Obesity26.8%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking9.8%

Depression13.5%

Heart Disease11.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)

AQI9 (Good)

Rain40.0 in/yr

Sunny Days232/yr

Elevation328 ft (100 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+36.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband96.3%

Population	787
Population Density	4 / sq mi
Elevation	328 ft (100 m)
Coordinates	51.0669°, 0.5813°
Timezone	Europe/London
Country	🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / Province	England
Average Temperature	53°F (11°C)
January Average	42°F (5°C)
July Average	62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation	40.0 inches (1,017 mm)
Annual Snowfall	4.7 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income	$60,828
Median Age	43.1 years

Is Benenden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Benenden receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Benenden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Benenden is $60,828, 19% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, 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

The median home value in Benenden is $1, 100% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 0x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Benenden 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

Benenden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Benenden has a population of 787 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 192.2 square miles. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Asian (91.5%), with 2.7% White, 1.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.2% of residents. 3.5% 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

787

Total Population

People / sq mi

43.1yrs

Median Age

11% above US avg

192.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%

Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Benenden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 93.2%

19% above US avg

Other Languages 6.8%

Social Characteristics

Benenden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Benenden is $60,828, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $60,828 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (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. 42.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Benenden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$60,828
	19% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$60,828

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.1%
	14% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.5%
	96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	39.1%
Public Transit	4.7%
Work from Home	42.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Benenden is $1, 100% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163). The home price-to-income ratio is 0x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$1
	100% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$900
	23% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	65.1%
Renter-Occupied	34.9%

Property Tax

In Benenden, 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: Benenden vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	26.8%
	16% below US avg
Diabetes	5.8%
Heart Disease	11.0%
High Blood Pressure	26.4%
COPD	1.9%
Kidney Disease	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.8%
	30% below US avg
Binge Drinking	10.9%
Physical Inactivity	79.9%
Depression	13.5%
Mental Distress	2.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.0%

Premature Death	110/100K

Food & Exercise

Benenden 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, Benenden receives a safety grade of A.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	1.1/100K
	100% below US avg
Murder	1.1/100K
	82% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	A
Safety Score	4.2 / 5.0

Benenden experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 42°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 40.0 inches. The area receives 4.7 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 328 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	52.5°F
	3% below US avg
January Average	42°F (5°C)
July Average	62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	232 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.0"

5% above US avg

Snowfall 4.7"

Wettest Month (Oct) 3.19"

Driest Month (Jul) 1.77"

Air Quality

AQI Median	9.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	93.2%

Geography

Elevation	328 ft (100 m)
Area	192.2 sq mi (497.8 km²)
Population Density	4/sq mi
Coordinates	51.0669°N, 0.5813°W
Timezone	Europe/London

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	42°F (5°C)	3.1 in
February	40°F (4°C)	1.9 in	Coldest
March	43°F (6°C)	2.2 in
April	47°F (8°C)	1.9 in
May	53°F (12°C)	1.8 in
June	58°F (15°C)	2.1 in
July	62°F (17°C)	1.8 in	Warmest, Driest
August	62°F (17°C)	2.0 in
September	58°F (14°C)	2.6 in
October	52°F (11°C)	3.2 in	Wettest
November	45°F (7°C)	3.2 in
December	41°F (5°C)	3.1 in

Benenden has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 40°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 28.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.2") and July the driest (1.8").

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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density	4/sq mi
Total Area	192.2 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access	96.3%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	39.1%
Public Transit	4.7%
Work from Home	42.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Benenden

What is the population of Benenden?

Benenden has a population of 787 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 192.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Benenden expensive to live in?

Benenden 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 $60,828, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $1 (100% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 0x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Benenden safe?

Benenden 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, Benenden receives a safety grade of A based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Benenden?

Benenden has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches, with 4.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Benenden?

Benenden has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Benenden?

The median home value in Benenden is $1. For renters, the median monthly rent is $900.

How are the schools in Benenden?

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

How healthy is Benenden?

The obesity rate in Benenden 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 Benenden?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Benenden is 2.7% White, 1.8% Black or African American, 91.5% Asian. 93.2% of residents speak only English at home. 3.5% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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