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Bledington, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Bledington is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 506. Elevation: 364 ft (111 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
506 Population
364 ft Elevation 111 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
37.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$52,409 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$52,409 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$900/mo rent
A
Safety
4.2 / 5.0
1 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,409
30% 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 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population506
Median Age49.2 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,409
Per Capita$52,409
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A

Crime

A
Violent1/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder1.1/100K

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.8%
Depression13.5%
Heart Disease11.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain37.8 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation364 ft (111 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population506
Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Coordinates51.9035°, -1.6455°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation37.8 inches (959 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.6 inches (14 cm)
Median Household Income$52,409
Median Age49.2 years

Is Bledington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bledington receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bledington stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bledington is $52,409, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, 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

Bledington 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

Bledington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.8 inches, including 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Bledington has a population of 506. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Asian (96.3%), with 1.2% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.2% of residents. 5.7% 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

506
Total Population
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bledington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Other Languages2.8%

Social Characteristics

Bledington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bledington is $52,409, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,409 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below 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. 39.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bledington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,409
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$52,409

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone45.6%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home39.1%

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-Occupied65.1%
Renter-Occupied34.9%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
Heart Disease11.0%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
COPD1.9%
Kidney Disease2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.8%
30% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity79.9%
Depression13.5%
Mental Distress2.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%
Premature Death110/100K

Food & Exercise

Bledington 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, Bledington receives a safety grade of A.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1.1/100K
100% below US avg
Murder1.1/100K
82% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeA
Safety Score4.2 / 5.0
Bledington experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.8 inches. The area receives 5.6 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 364 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.8 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall5.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation364 ft (111 m)
Coordinates51.9035°N, 1.6455°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 2.8 in
February 39°F (4°C) 2.0 in Coldest, Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 2.3 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.0 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.0 in
August 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in Warmest
September 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in
November 44°F (6°C) 2.7 in
December 40°F (5°C) 2.9 in Wettest

Bledington has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 39°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 28.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.9") and February 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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

A Safety Grade (4.2/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone45.6%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home39.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Bledington

What is the population of Bledington?

Bledington has a population of 506 residents and is located in United Kingdom.. The median age of residents is 49.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Bledington expensive to live in?

Bledington 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 $52,409, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Bledington safe?

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

What is the weather like in Bledington?

Bledington has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 37.8 inches, with 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Bledington?

Bledington has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Bledington?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $900.

How are the schools in Bledington?

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

How healthy is Bledington?

The obesity rate in Bledington 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 Bledington?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bledington is 1.2% White, 1% Black or African American, 96.3% Asian. 97.2% of residents speak only English at home. 5.7% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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