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Cheddar, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Cheddar is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 5,199. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
5,199 Population 387/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
52.1 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

Population5,199
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density387/mi²
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 Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population5,199
Population Density387 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates51.2754°, -2.7766°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation52.1 inches (1,323 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.4 inches (6 cm)
Median Age40.6 years

Is Cheddar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cheddar 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. Cheddar 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

Cheddar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Cheddar has a population of 5,199 with a density of 387 people per square mile, spread across 13.4 square miles. 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

5,199
Total Population
387
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
13.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cheddar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cheddar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cheddar 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: Cheddar 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 Cheddar, 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: Cheddar 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

Cheddar experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.4 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 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average53.2°F
1% below US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.1 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall2.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area13.4 sq mi (34.8 km²)
Population Density387/sq mi
Coordinates51.2754°N, 2.7766°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in
February 40°F (5°C) 2.7 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 3.0 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.9 in
September 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.5 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
December 42°F (6°C) 4.0 in Wettest

Cheddar has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 40°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.0") and April the driest (2.2").

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 Density387/sq mi
Total Area13.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Cheddar

What is the population of Cheddar?

Cheddar has a population of 5,199 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 387 people per square mile, spread across 13.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Cheddar expensive to live in?

Cheddar 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 Cheddar?

Cheddar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.1 inches, with 2.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Cheddar?

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

How are the schools in Cheddar?

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

How healthy is Cheddar?

The obesity rate in Cheddar 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 Cheddar?

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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