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Dorking, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Dorking is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 17,747. Elevation: 194 ft (59 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
17,747 Population
194 ft Elevation 59 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
39.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$54,530 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$54,530 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$1 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,530
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $1
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population17,747
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,530
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$1
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days225/yr
Elevation194 ft (59 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population17,747
Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Coordinates51.2323°, -0.3338°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation39.5 inches (1,004 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.5 inches (6 cm)
Median Household Income$54,530
Median Age40.6 years

Is Dorking a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dorking receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Dorking stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dorking is $54,530, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, 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 Dorking is $1, 100% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

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

Dorking experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 225 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Dorking has a population of 17,747. 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 (92.7%), with 2.3% White, 1.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95% of residents. 3.7% 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

17,747
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Dorking vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Other Languages5%

Social Characteristics

Dorking vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dorking is $54,530, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.8% (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. 45.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Dorking vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,530
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% 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 Alone39.3%
Public Transit3.8%
Work from Home45.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Dorking is $1, 100% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1
100% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Dorking, 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: Dorking 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

Dorking has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. The area enjoys 225 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days225 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall2.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Coordinates51.2323°N, 0.3338°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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone39.3%
Public Transit3.8%
Work from Home45.8%

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