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Burford, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Burford is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,184. Elevation: 351 ft (107 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,184 Population
351 ft Elevation 107 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
37.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$55,794 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$55,794 median income, 3.1% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,794
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population1,184
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,794
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain37.8 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation351 ft (107 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population1,184
Elevation351 ft (107 m)
Coordinates51.8092°, -1.6363°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation37.8 inches (959 mm)
Annual Snowfall5.6 inches (14 cm)
Median Household Income$55,794
Median Age40.6 years

Is Burford a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burford is $55,794, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, 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

Burford 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 224 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 37.8 inches, including 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Burford has a population of 1,184. 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 (95.2%), with 1.6% White, 1.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.3% of residents. 5.5% of the population are veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,184
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Burford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Other Languages4.7%

Social Characteristics

Burford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burford is $55,794, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.1% (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. 35.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Burford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,794
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% 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 Alone48.1%
Public Transit2.5%
Work from Home35.0%

Walkability

In Burford, 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: Burford 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

Burford 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 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 37.8 inches. The area receives 5.6 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 351 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.8 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall5.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation351 ft (107 m)
Coordinates51.8092°N, 1.6363°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

Burford 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone48.1%
Public Transit2.5%
Work from Home35.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Burford

What is the population of Burford?

Burford has a population of 1,184 residents and is located in United Kingdom.. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Burford expensive to live in?

Burford 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 $55,794, 26% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Burford?

Burford 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 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 37.8 inches, with 5.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Burford?

Burford has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Burford?

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

How healthy is Burford?

The obesity rate in Burford 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 Burford?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Burford is 1.6% White, 1.4% Black or African American, 95.2% Asian. 95.3% of residents speak only English at home. 5.5% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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