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Braunstone, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Braunstone is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 16,850. Elevation: 272 ft (83 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
16,850 Population
272 ft Elevation 83 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
34.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$40,997 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$40,997 median income, 8.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$3 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,997
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $3
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.6%
139% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population16,850
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 12%
Veterans1.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,997
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment8.6%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$3
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr
Sunny Days218/yr
Elevation272 ft (83 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population16,850
Elevation272 ft (83 m)
Coordinates52.6184°, -1.1790°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation34.1 inches (866 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.9 inches (18 cm)
Median Household Income$40,997
Median Age40.6 years

Is Braunstone a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Braunstone is $40,997, 45% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.6%, unemployment is notably high. 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 Braunstone is $3, 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

Braunstone 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 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches, including 6.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Braunstone has a population of 16,850. 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 (40.9%), with 11.6% White, 2.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 65% of residents. 1.6% 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

16,850
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Braunstone vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only65.0%
17% below US avg
Other Languages35%

Social Characteristics

Braunstone vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Braunstone is $40,997, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 8.6% (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. 19.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Braunstone vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,997
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.6%
139% 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 Alone43.4%
Public Transit7.5%
Work from Home19.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Braunstone is $3, 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$3
100% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Braunstone, 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: Braunstone 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

Braunstone experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches. The area receives 6.9 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 272 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days218 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall6.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation272 ft (83 m)
Coordinates52.6184°N, 1.1790°W
TimezoneEurope/London
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 Alone43.4%
Public Transit7.5%
Work from Home19.1%

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