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Brownhills, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Brownhills is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 20,308. Elevation: 469 ft (143 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
20,308 Population 9,316/sq mi density
469 ft Elevation 143 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
41.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
32% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population20,308
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density9,316/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days216/yr
Elevation469 ft (143 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population20,308
Population Density9,316 / sq mi
Elevation469 ft (143 m)
Coordinates52.6333°, -1.9333°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation41.8 inches (1,061 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.1 inches (18 cm)
Median Age40.6 years

Is Brownhills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brownhills receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Brownhills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.8%, 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

Brownhills 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 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Brownhills has a population of 20,308 with a density of 9,316 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles. 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. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

20,308
Total Population
9,316
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Brownhills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Brownhills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brownhills is N/A. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.8% (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.

Income: Brownhills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Brownhills, 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: Brownhills 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

Brownhills 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 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. The area receives 7.1 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 469 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days216 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall7.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation469 ft (143 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density9,316/sq mi
Coordinates52.6333°N, 1.9333°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 3.3 in
February 39°F (4°C) 2.4 in Coldest
March 42°F (6°C) 2.6 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.4 in
August 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest
September 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.1 in
November 44°F (6°C) 3.4 in
December 40°F (5°C) 3.4 in Wettest

Brownhills has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 39°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 33.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.4") and April the driest (2.2").

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 Density9,316/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Brownhills

What is the population of Brownhills?

Brownhills has a population of 20,308 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 9,316 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Brownhills expensive to live in?

Brownhills is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Brownhills?

Brownhills has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 216 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 41.8 inches, with 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Brownhills?

Brownhills has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Brownhills?

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

How healthy is Brownhills?

The obesity rate in Brownhills 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.

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