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Buckland, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Buckland is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 588. Elevation: 318 ft (97 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
588 Population 84/sq mi density
318 ft Elevation 97 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
36.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$56,457 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$56,457 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$1 home value, $900/mo rent
A
Safety
4.2 / 5.0
1 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,457
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $1
100% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population588
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density84/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 4%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,457
Per Capita$56,457
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$1
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A

Crime

A
Violent1/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder1.1/100K

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.8%
Depression13.5%
Heart Disease11.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days221/yr
Elevation318 ft (97 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population588
Population Density84 / sq mi
Elevation318 ft (97 m)
Coordinates51.6785°, -1.5061°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation36.6 inches (929 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.5 inches (11 cm)
Median Household Income$56,457
Median Age42.0 years

Is Buckland a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Buckland is $56,457, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 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 Buckland is $1, 100% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Buckland is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380.

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

Buckland 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 221 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Buckland has a population of 588 with a density of 84 people per square mile, spread across 7.0 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Asian (90.8%), with 3.8% White, 1.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.7% of residents. 4.6% 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

588
Total Population
84
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
7.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Buckland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.7%
18% above US avg
Other Languages7.3%

Social Characteristics

Buckland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buckland is $56,457, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $56,457 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below 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. 41.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Buckland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,457
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$56,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone42.1%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home41.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Buckland is $1, 100% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163). The home price-to-income ratio is 0x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1
100% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.2%
Renter-Occupied31.8%

Property Tax

In Buckland, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 11.0% of residents, above the national average. 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). 2.9% experience frequent mental distress.

Health Metrics: Buckland vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
Heart Disease11.0%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
COPD1.9%
Kidney Disease2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.8%
30% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity79.9%
Depression13.5%
Mental Distress2.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%
Premature Death110/100K

Food & Exercise

Buckland has a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 1.1 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Buckland receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Buckland vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent1.1/100K
100% below US avg
Murder1.1/100K
82% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeA
Safety Score4.2 / 5.0
Buckland experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 221 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. The area receives 4.5 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 318 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days221 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.6 inches
4% below US avg
Snowfall4.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation318 ft (97 m)
Area7.0 sq mi (18.2 km²)
Population Density84/sq mi
Coordinates51.6785°N, 1.5061°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 2.5 in Coldest
February 40°F (4°C) 1.8 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.8 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 60°F (16°C) 1.7 in Driest
August 62°F (16°C) 2.2 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in
December 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in Wettest

Buckland has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 40°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 26.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.6") and July the driest (1.7").

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 Density84/sq mi
Total Area7.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

A Safety Grade (4.2/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone42.1%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home41.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Buckland

What is the population of Buckland?

Buckland has a population of 588 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 84 people per square mile, spread across 7.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Buckland expensive to live in?

Buckland 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 $56,457, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $1 (100% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 0x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Buckland safe?

Buckland is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Buckland receives a safety grade of A based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Buckland?

Buckland has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 221 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 36.6 inches, with 4.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Buckland?

Buckland has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Buckland?

The median home value in Buckland is $1. For renters, the median monthly rent is $900.

How are the schools in Buckland?

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

How healthy is Buckland?

The obesity rate in Buckland 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 Buckland?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Buckland is 3.8% White, 1.8% Black or African American, 90.8% Asian. 92.7% of residents speak only English at home. 4.6% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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