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Broadstairs, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Broadstairs is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 23,283. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
23,283 Population
62 ft Elevation 19 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
21.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$45,434 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$45,434 median income, 6.5% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,434
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population23,283
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,434
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain21.4 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population23,283
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates51.3585°, 1.4419°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation21.4 inches (544 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$45,434
Median Age40.6 years

Is Broadstairs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Broadstairs receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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 above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Broadstairs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Broadstairs is $45,434, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% 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

Broadstairs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 21.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Broadstairs has a population of 23,283. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (2.3%), with 1.8% Black, 93% Asian.

Population

23,283
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Broadstairs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Other Languages5.4%

Social Characteristics

Broadstairs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Broadstairs is $45,434, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Broadstairs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,434
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% 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 Alone49.8%
Public Transit6.1%
Work from Home24.3%

Walkability

In Broadstairs, 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: Broadstairs 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

Broadstairs has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. Annual precipitation is 21.4 inches. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall21.4 inches
44% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates51.3585°N, 1.4419°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 Alone49.8%
Public Transit6.1%
Work from Home24.3%

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