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Bletchley, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Bletchley is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 50,193. Elevation: 269 ft (82 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
50,193 Population
269 ft Elevation 82 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$52,564 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$52,564 median income, 5.5% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,564
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population50,193
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 13%
Veterans2.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,564
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain32.0 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation269 ft (82 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population50,193
Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Coordinates51.9933°, -0.7347°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation32.0 inches (813 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.6 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$52,564
Median Age40.6 years

Is Bletchley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bletchley receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Bletchley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bletchley is $52,564, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% 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%.

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

Bletchley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Bletchley has a population of 50,193. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (13.2%), with 3% Black, 71.8% Asian.

Population

50,193
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bletchley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.1%
8% above US avg
Other Languages14.9%

Social Characteristics

Bletchley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bletchley is $52,564, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Bletchley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,564
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% 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 Alone43.7%
Public Transit4.7%
Work from Home36.4%

Walkability

In Bletchley, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% are current smokers. 13.5% report depression. 79.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bletchley 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

Bletchley has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.0 inches. The area enjoys 223 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.0 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall4.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Coordinates51.9933°N, 0.7347°W
TimezoneEurope/London
36.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). 96.3% of households have broadband internet.

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

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone43.7%
Public Transit4.7%
Work from Home36.4%

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