Blackford, United Kingdom — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $46,074

39% 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 3.9%

8% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.5%

96% lower than US avg

People

Population736

Median Age47.0 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B+

Median Income$46,074

Per Capita$46,074

Unemployment3.9%

Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+

Home ValueN/A

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 Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI9 (Good)

Rain38.3 in/yr

Sunny Days219/yr

Elevation46 ft (14 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+36.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband96.3%

Population	736
Elevation	46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates	51.2261°, -2.8478°
Timezone	Europe/London
Country	🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / Province	England
Average Temperature	52°F (11°C)
January Average	42°F (5°C)
July Average	61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation	38.3 inches (973 mm)
Annual Snowfall	3.3 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income	$46,074
Median Age	47.0 years

Is Blackford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blackford receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low crime rates, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Blackford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blackford is $46,074, 39% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, 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

Blackford 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

Blackford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Blackford has a population of 736. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.4% of residents. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

736

Total Population

47.0yrs

Median Age

21% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%

Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Blackford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.4%

22% above US avg

Other Languages 4.6%

Social Characteristics

Blackford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blackford is $46,074, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,074 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.9% (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: Blackford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$46,074
	39% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$46,074

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.9%
	8% 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

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-Occupied	67.4%
Renter-Occupied	32.6%

Property Tax

In Blackford, 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: Blackford 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

Blackford 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, Blackford receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Blackford 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

Blackford experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches. The area receives 3.3 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 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)

Annual Average	52.4°F
	3% below US avg
January Average	42°F (5°C)
July Average	61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days	219 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.3"

1% above US avg

Snowfall 3.3"

Wettest Month (Dec) 3.78"

Driest Month (Apr) 2.01"

Air Quality

AQI Median	9.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	93.2%

Geography

Elevation	46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates	51.2261°N, 2.8478°W
Timezone	Europe/London

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	42°F (5°C)	3.7 in
February	41°F (5°C)	2.6 in	Coldest
March	44°F (7°C)	2.8 in
April	47°F (8°C)	2.0 in	Driest
May	53°F (12°C)	2.2 in
June	58°F (15°C)	2.4 in
July	61°F (16°C)	2.2 in
August	62°F (17°C)	2.9 in	Warmest
September	58°F (14°C)	3.2 in
October	52°F (11°C)	3.4 in
November	46°F (8°C)	3.7 in
December	43°F (6°C)	3.8 in	Wettest

Blackford has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 41°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 35.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.8") and April the driest (2.0").

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

Services

Broadband Access	96.3%

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Blackford

What is the population of Blackford?

Blackford has a population of 736 residents and is located in United Kingdom.. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Blackford expensive to live in?

Blackford 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 $46,074, 39% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Blackford safe?

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

What is the weather like in Blackford?

Blackford has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 38.3 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Blackford?

Blackford has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.9%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Blackford?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $900.

How are the schools in Blackford?

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

How healthy is Blackford?

The obesity rate in Blackford 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 Blackford?

95.4% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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