Choose Country

Buckhurst Hill, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Buckhurst Hill is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 10,738. Elevation: 269 ft (82 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
10,738 Population
269 ft Elevation 82 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
31.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$57,935 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$57,935 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$1 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,935
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $1
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population10,738
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 5%
Veterans2.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,935
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$1
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation269 ft (82 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population10,738
Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Coordinates51.6241°, 0.0326°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation31.7 inches (806 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.0 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$57,935
Median Age40.6 years

Is Buckhurst Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buckhurst Hill receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Buckhurst Hill stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Buckhurst Hill is $57,935, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Buckhurst Hill is $1, 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

Buckhurst Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Buckhurst Hill has a population of 10,738. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (4.6%), with 2.5% Black, 84.1% Asian.

Population

10,738
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Buckhurst Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.4%
18% above US avg
Other Languages7.6%

Social Characteristics

Buckhurst Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buckhurst Hill is $57,935, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Buckhurst Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,935
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% 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 Alone41.1%
Public Transit10.8%
Work from Home38.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Buckhurst Hill is $1, 100% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1
100% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Buckhurst Hill, 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: Buckhurst Hill 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

Buckhurst Hill has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.7 inches. The area enjoys 234 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.7 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Coordinates51.6241°N, 0.0326°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 Alone41.1%
Public Transit10.8%
Work from Home38.3%

Nearby Cities

Monkhams, ENG 10,422 pop · 0.7 mi Woodford Green, ENG 22,803 pop · 1.1 mi Chingford, ENG 66,211 pop · 1.4 mi Chigwell, ENG 10,354 pop · 1.9 mi Highams Park, ENG 11,355 pop · 2.0 mi Grange Hill, ENG 7,602 pop · 2.4 mi Snaresbrook, ENG 11,868 pop · 2.8 mi Walthamstow, ENG 109,424 pop · 3.3 mi Wanstead, ENG 11,543 pop · 3.3 mi Barkingside, ENG 12,609 pop · 3.3 mi Hainault, ENG 7,071 pop · 3.4 mi Ponders End, ENG 15,664 pop · 3.7 mi Edmonton, ENG 82,000 pop · 3.9 mi Leytonstone, ENG 54,696 pop · 4.0 mi
Compare Buckhurst Hill with another city: