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Criccieth, United Kingdom

Wales · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Criccieth is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 1,753. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,753 Population
128 ft Elevation 39 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
43.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$41,742 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$41,742 median income, 5.7% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,742
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population1,753
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,742
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation128 ft (39 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population1,753
Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Coordinates52.9205°, -4.2346°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation43.5 inches (1,106 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$41,742
Median Age40.6 years

Is Criccieth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Criccieth receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Criccieth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Criccieth is $41,742, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% 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

Criccieth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. With 257 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Criccieth has a population of 1,753. 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 (96.2%), with 1.4% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.2% of residents. 4.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,753
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Criccieth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Other Languages2.8%

Social Characteristics

Criccieth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Criccieth is $41,742, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.7% (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. 23.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Criccieth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,742
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% 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 Alone56.6%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home23.7%

Walkability

In Criccieth, 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: Criccieth 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

Criccieth experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. 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 128 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation128 ft (39 m)
Coordinates52.9205°N, 4.2346°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 41°F (5°C)
4.3"
Feb 41°F (5°C)
3.2"
Mar 43°F (6°C)
3.7"
Apr 46°F (8°C)
2.6"
May 52°F (11°C)
2.4"
Jun 56°F (13°C)
2.8"
Jul 59°F (15°C)
2.8"
Aug 59°F (15°C)
3.5"
Sep 56°F (13°C)
3.8"
Oct 52°F (11°C)
4.7"
Nov 46°F (8°C)
5.1"
Dec 43°F (6°C)
4.7"

The warmest month is July at 59°F, while the coldest is January at 41°F — a seasonal swing of 19°F. November sees the most rain (5.1"), while May is the driest (2.4").

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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.6%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home23.7%

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