Chelmondiston, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Chelmondiston is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 938. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.1 /5.0

A Great

938 Population 1/sq mi density

92 ft Elevation 28 meters

52°F Avg Temperature 11°C

32.4 in Annual Rain

Europe / London Timezone

$43,058 Median Income

Overall

4.1 / 5.0

Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

B+

Economy

3.5 / 5.0

$43,058 median income, 4.2% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$1 home value, $900/mo rent

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 $43,058

43% 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 4.2%

17% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.5%

96% lower than US avg

People

Population938

Median Age49.0 yrs

Density1/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 1%

Veterans5.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$43,058

Per Capita$43,058

Unemployment4.2%

Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+

Home Value$1

Rent$900

Ownership71.0%

Crime

Violent1/100K

PropertyN/A

Murder1.1/100K

Health

Obesity26.8%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking9.8%

Depression13.5%

Heart Disease11.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI9 (Good)

Rain32.4 in/yr

Sunny Days235/yr

Elevation92 ft (28 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+36.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband96.3%

Population	938
Population Density	1 / sq mi
Elevation	92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates	51.9893°, 1.2114°
Timezone	Europe/London
Country	🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / Province	England
Average Temperature	52°F (11°C)
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation	32.4 inches (822 mm)
Annual Snowfall	2.1 inches (5 cm)
Median Household Income	$43,058
Median Age	49.0 years

Is Chelmondiston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chelmondiston receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Chelmondiston stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chelmondiston is $43,058, 43% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, 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 Chelmondiston 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

Chelmondiston 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

Chelmondiston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Chelmondiston has a population of 938 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 719.8 square miles. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Asian (96.7%), with 1.1% White, 1.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.7% of residents. 5.0% 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

938

Total Population

People / sq mi

49.0yrs

Median Age

26% above US avg

719.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%

Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Chelmondiston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.7%

24% above US avg

Other Languages 2.3%

Social Characteristics

Chelmondiston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chelmondiston is $43,058, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,058. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (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. 30.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Chelmondiston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$43,058
	43% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$43,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.2%
	17% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.5%
	96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	54.8%
Public Transit	1.5%
Work from Home	30.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Chelmondiston is $1, 100% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 71.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. 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

Homeownership	71.0%
Owner-Occupied	71.0%
Renter-Occupied	29.0%

Property Tax

In Chelmondiston, 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: Chelmondiston vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	26.8%
	16% below US avg
Diabetes	5.8%
Heart Disease	11.0%
High Blood Pressure	26.4%
COPD	1.9%
Kidney Disease	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.8%
	30% below US avg
Binge Drinking	10.9%
Physical Inactivity	79.9%
Depression	13.5%
Mental Distress	2.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.0%

Premature Death	110/100K

Food & Exercise

Chelmondiston 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, Chelmondiston receives a safety grade of A.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	1.1/100K
	100% below US avg
Murder	1.1/100K
	82% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	A
Safety Score	4.2 / 5.0

Chelmondiston experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 235 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 32.4 inches. The area receives 2.1 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 92 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	52.2°F
	3% below US avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	235 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	92 ft (28 m)
Area	719.8 sq mi (1,864.2 km²)
Population Density	1/sq mi
Coordinates	51.9893°N, 1.2114°W
Timezone	Europe/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.4"

15% below US avg

Snowfall 2.1"

Wettest Month (Nov) 2.36"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.42"

Air Quality

AQI Median	9.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	93.2%

Earthquake History

32 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.6.

Apr 28, 2007	1 km WNW of Lympne, United Kingdom	M4.6	102 km	10 km
Feb 15, 1994	7 km ESE of Thetford, United Kingdom	M4.4	50 km	10 km
May 16, 1998	45 km ENE of Hemsby, United Kingdom	M4.2	125 km	10 km
Aug 6, 2015	59 km ENE of Mundesley, United Kingdom	M4.2	147 km	4 km
Jan 23, 2007	57 km ENE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom	M4.1	74 km	10 km
Dec 21, 2000	38 km NNE of Cromer, United Kingdom	M4.0	141 km	10 km
Sep 15, 1994	38 km NE of Broadstairs, United Kingdom	M3.9	56 km	10 km
May 2, 1995	51 km NE of Hemsby, United Kingdom	M3.7	134 km	10 km
May 22, 2015	3 km SSE of Ramsgate, United Kingdom	M3.7	78 km	12 km
Mar 3, 2009	1 km ENE of Hawkinge, United Kingdom	M3.5	97 km	4 km
Feb 17, 1992	1 km W of Warboys, United Kingdom	M3.4	100 km	10 km
Jan 30, 2002	25 km NNE of Sheringham, United Kingdom	M3.4	131 km	10 km
Jan 21, 1999	4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom	M3.3	137 km	10 km
Feb 27, 2019	3 km SE of Dorking, United Kingdom	M3.3	135 km	10 km
Jul 2, 2001	3 km NNE of Oostduinkerke, Belgium	M3.1	140 km	5 km
May 4, 1990	0 km NE of Coquelles, France	M3.1	124 km	10 km
Mar 28, 1996	67 km ESE of Aldeburgh, United Kingdom	M3.0	88 km	10 km
Nov 5, 1994	5 km N of Debenham, United Kingdom	M3.0	31 km	5 km
Sep 6, 1993	35 km E of Caister-on-Sea, United Kingdom	M3.0	104 km	10 km
Nov 25, 1998	26 km N of Grand-Fort-Philippe, France	M3.0	104 km	10 km

Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.0 m (20 ft).

Year	Location	Cause	Max Wave	Deaths	Distance
1858	NORTH SEA	Unknown	6.0 m	—	110 km
1911	FOLKSTONE, ENGLAND	Meteorological	0.9 m	—	99 km

Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	41°F (5°C)	2.0 in
February	39°F (4°C)	1.4 in	Coldest, Driest
March	43°F (6°C)	1.5 in
April	46°F (8°C)	1.6 in
May	53°F (11°C)	1.6 in
June	58°F (14°C)	1.8 in
July	63°F (17°C)	1.6 in	Warmest
August	63°F (17°C)	2.2 in
September	58°F (15°C)	2.0 in
October	52°F (11°C)	2.3 in
November	45°F (7°C)	2.4 in	Wettest
December	41°F (5°C)	2.1 in

Chelmondiston has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 39°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.4").

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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density	1/sq mi
Total Area	719.8 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access	96.3%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	54.8%
Public Transit	1.5%
Work from Home	30.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Chelmondiston

What is the population of Chelmondiston?

Chelmondiston has a population of 938 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 719.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Chelmondiston expensive to live in?

Chelmondiston 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 $43,058, 43% 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 Chelmondiston safe?

Chelmondiston 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, Chelmondiston receives a safety grade of A based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Chelmondiston?

Chelmondiston has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 32.4 inches, with 2.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Chelmondiston?

Chelmondiston has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Chelmondiston?

The median home value in Chelmondiston is $1. For renters, the median monthly rent is $900. The homeownership rate is 71.0%.

How are the schools in Chelmondiston?

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

How healthy is Chelmondiston?

The obesity rate in Chelmondiston 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 Chelmondiston?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Chelmondiston is 1.1% White, 1.1% Black or African American, 96.7% Asian. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 5.0% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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