Bolney, United Kingdom — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $56,327

25% 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 3.7%

3% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.5%

96% lower than US avg

People

Population591

Median Age43.7 yrs

Density104/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 2%

Veterans3.8%

Economy

B+

Median Income$56,327

Per Capita$56,327

Unemployment3.7%

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 Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI9 (Good)

Rain40.5 in/yr

Sunny Days227/yr

Elevation141 ft (43 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+36.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband96.3%

Population	591
Population Density	104 / sq mi
Elevation	141 ft (43 m)
Coordinates	50.9953°, -0.2030°
Timezone	Europe/London
Country	🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / Province	England
Average Temperature	52°F (11°C)
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation	40.5 inches (1,030 mm)
Annual Snowfall	4.3 inches (11 cm)
Median Household Income	$56,327
Median Age	43.7 years

Is Bolney a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bolney 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, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bolney stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bolney is $56,327, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, 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 Bolney 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

Bolney 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

Bolney experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 227 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Bolney has a population of 591 with a density of 104 people per square mile, spread across 5.7 square miles. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Asian (92.2%), with 2.3% White, 1.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.6% of residents. 3.8% 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

591

Total Population

104

People / sq mi

43.7yrs

Median Age

12% above US avg

5.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%

Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bolney vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	94.6%
	21% above US avg
Other Languages	5.4%

Social Characteristics

Bolney vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bolney is $56,327, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $56,327 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.7% (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. 40.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bolney vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$56,327
	25% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$56,327

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.7%
	3% 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	42.1%
Public Transit	4.2%
Work from Home	40.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Bolney 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	72.6%
Renter-Occupied	27.4%

Property Tax

In Bolney, 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: Bolney 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

Bolney 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, Bolney receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Bolney 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

Bolney experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 227 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. The area receives 4.3 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 141 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	52.4°F
	3% below US avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	227 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	40.5 inches
	7% above US avg
Snowfall	4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	9.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	93.2%

Geography

Elevation	141 ft (43 m)
Area	5.7 sq mi (14.8 km²)
Population Density	104/sq mi
Coordinates	50.9953°N, 0.2030°W
Timezone	Europe/London

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	41°F (5°C)	3.4 in
February	40°F (4°C)	2.3 in	Coldest
March	43°F (6°C)	2.4 in
April	47°F (8°C)	1.9 in
May	53°F (12°C)	1.8 in
June	58°F (14°C)	2.1 in
July	62°F (17°C)	1.6 in	Warmest, Driest
August	62°F (16°C)	2.1 in
September	57°F (14°C)	2.6 in
October	51°F (11°C)	3.2 in
November	45°F (7°C)	3.4 in
December	41°F (5°C)	3.6 in	Wettest

Bolney has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 40°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.6") and July the driest (1.6").

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 Density	104/sq mi
Total Area	5.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	96.3%

Safety & Disasters

A Safety Grade (4.2/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	42.1%
Public Transit	4.2%
Work from Home	40.9%

Frequently Asked Questions About Bolney

What is the population of Bolney?

Bolney has a population of 591 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 104 people per square mile, spread across 5.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Bolney expensive to live in?

Bolney 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 $56,327, 25% 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 Bolney safe?

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

What is the weather like in Bolney?

Bolney has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 227 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 40.5 inches, with 4.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Bolney?

Bolney has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Bolney?

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

How are the schools in Bolney?

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

How healthy is Bolney?

The obesity rate in Bolney 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 Bolney?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Bolney is 2.3% White, 1.8% Black or African American, 92.2% Asian. 94.6% of residents speak only English at home. 3.8% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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