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Blackpool, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Blackpool is a large city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 145,007. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
145,007 Population 10,765/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
37.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$40,460 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$40,460 median income, 7.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$13 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,460
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $13
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.8%
117% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population145,007
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density10,765/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,460
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$13
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain37.8 in/yr
Sunny Days267/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population145,007
Population Density10,765 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates53.8167°, -3.0500°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation37.8 inches (961 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$40,460
Median Age40.6 years

Is Blackpool a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blackpool receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Blackpool offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blackpool is $40,460, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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 Blackpool is $13, 100% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

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

Blackpool experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 267 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Blackpool has a population of 145,007 with a density of 10,765 people per square mile, spread across 13.5 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 (94.7%), with 1.8% White, 1.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.1% of residents. 5.1% 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

145,007
Total Population
10,765
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
13.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Blackpool vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Other Languages4.9%

Social Characteristics

Blackpool vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blackpool is $40,460, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.8% (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. 20.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Blackpool vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,460
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% 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 Alone49.5%
Public Transit6.7%
Work from Home20.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Blackpool is $13, 100% below the national median of $281,900. The home price-to-income ratio is 0x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$13
100% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Blackpool, 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: Blackpool 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

Blackpool experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 267 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 37.8 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 69 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days267 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.8 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area13.5 sq mi (34.9 km²)
Population Density10,765/sq mi
Coordinates53.8167°N, 3.0500°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 40°F (5°C)
3.7"
Feb 40°F (4°C)
2.4"
Mar 43°F (6°C)
3.0"
Apr 46°F (8°C)
2.2"
May 52°F (11°C)
2.1"
Jun 57°F (14°C)
2.5"
Jul 61°F (16°C)
2.5"
Aug 61°F (16°C)
3.2"
Sep 57°F (14°C)
3.5"
Oct 51°F (11°C)
4.3"
Nov 45°F (7°C)
4.3"
Dec 41°F (5°C)
4.1"

The warmest month is July at 61°F, while the coldest is February at 40°F — a seasonal swing of 21°F. October sees the most rain (4.3"), while May is the driest (2.1").

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 Density10,765/sq mi
Total Area13.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone49.5%
Public Transit6.7%
Work from Home20.2%

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