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Chard, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Chard is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 13,074. Elevation: 387 ft (118 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
13,074 Population
387 ft Elevation 118 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
38.3 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

Population13,074
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation387 ft (118 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population13,074
Elevation387 ft (118 m)
Coordinates50.8727°, -2.9660°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation38.3 inches (973 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.3 inches (8 cm)
Median Age40.6 years

Is Chard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chard 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. Chard 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

Chard experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Chard has a population of 13,074. 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. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.4% of residents. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

13,074
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Chard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Other Languages4.6%

Social Characteristics

Chard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chard 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: Chard 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 Chard, 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: Chard 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

Chard experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches. The area receives 3.3 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 387 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation387 ft (118 m)
Coordinates50.8727°N, 2.9660°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 3.8 in
February 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 2.8 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.3 in Driest
May 53°F (11°C) 2.3 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
August 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in Wettest

Chard has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 41°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and April the driest (2.3").

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

Frequently Asked Questions About Chard

What is the population of Chard?

Chard has a population of 13,074 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 Chard expensive to live in?

Chard 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 Chard?

Chard has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 38.3 inches, with 3.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Chard?

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

How are the schools in Chard?

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

How healthy is Chard?

The obesity rate in Chard 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 Chard?

95.4% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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