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Braintree, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Braintree is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 53,477. Elevation: 223 ft (68 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
53,477 Population
223 ft Elevation 68 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$50,434 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$50,434 median income, 4.4% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,434
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population53,477
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,434
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain32.4 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation223 ft (68 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population53,477
Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Coordinates51.8782°, 0.5529°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation32.4 inches (823 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.8 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$50,434
Median Age40.6 years

Is Braintree a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Braintree is $50,434, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 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

Braintree 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 232 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Braintree has a population of 53,477. 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 2% White, 1.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.3% of residents. 3.7% 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

53,477
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Braintree vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Other Languages3.7%

Social Characteristics

Braintree vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Braintree is $50,434, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.4% (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. 28.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Braintree vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,434
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% 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 Alone54.6%
Public Transit3.5%
Work from Home28.8%

Walkability

In Braintree, 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: Braintree 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

Braintree experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. The area receives 2.8 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 223 feet.

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 Days232 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.4 inches
15% below US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Coordinates51.8782°N, 0.5529°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.1 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.7 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
July 62°F (17°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 1.9 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.3 in Wettest
December 40°F (5°C) 2.1 in

Braintree has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F — from 39°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.3") and February the driest (1.4").

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

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.6%
Public Transit3.5%
Work from Home28.8%

Frequently Asked Questions About Braintree

What is the population of Braintree?

Braintree has a population of 53,477 residents and is located in United Kingdom.. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Braintree expensive to live in?

Braintree 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 $50,434, 33% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Braintree?

Braintree has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches, with 2.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Braintree?

Braintree has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Braintree?

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

How healthy is Braintree?

The obesity rate in Braintree 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 Braintree?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Braintree is 2% White, 1.4% Black or African American, 94.7% Asian. 96.3% of residents speak only English at home. 3.7% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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