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Burnley, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Burnley is a large city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 149,422. Elevation: 459 ft (140 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
149,422 Population 24,455/sq mi density
459 ft Elevation 140 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
51.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$42,174 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$42,174 median income, 6.3% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,174
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population149,422
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density24,455/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,174
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Sunny Days242/yr
Elevation459 ft (140 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population149,422
Population Density24,455 / sq mi
Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Coordinates53.8000°, -2.2333°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation51.5 inches (1,309 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$42,174
Median Age40.6 years

Is Burnley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burnley 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. Burnley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burnley is $42,174, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% 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

Burnley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 242 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Burnley has a population of 149,422 with a density of 24,455 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (1.2%), with 1.1% White, 82.5% Asian.

Population

149,422
Total Population
24,455
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Burnley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.2%
15% above US avg
Other Languages9.8%

Social Characteristics

Burnley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burnley is $42,174, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Burnley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,174
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% 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 Alone56.0%
Public Transit4.6%
Work from Home16.8%

Walkability

In Burnley, 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: Burnley 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

Burnley has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.5 inches. The area enjoys 242 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days242 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.5 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.8 km²)
Population Density24,455/sq mi
Coordinates53.8000°N, 2.2333°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

Population Density24,455/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.0%
Public Transit4.6%
Work from Home16.8%

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