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Dunkeswell, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Dunkeswell is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,361. Elevation: 781 ft (238 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,361 Population
781 ft Elevation 238 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

Population1,361
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
Elevation781 ft (238 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population1,361
Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Coordinates50.8630°, -3.2229°
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 Dunkeswell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dunkeswell 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. Dunkeswell 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

Dunkeswell 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.

Dunkeswell has a population of 1,361. 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. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,361
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Dunkeswell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Dunkeswell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dunkeswell 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: Dunkeswell 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 Dunkeswell, 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: Dunkeswell 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

Dunkeswell 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 781 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

Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Coordinates50.8630°N, 3.2229°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 4.5 in
February 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 3.3 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.6 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in Driest
July 61°F (16°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 3.2 in
September 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in
October 51°F (11°C) 4.2 in
November 46°F (8°C) 4.6 in
December 42°F (6°C) 4.7 in Wettest

Dunkeswell has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 41°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.7") and June the driest (2.6").

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 Dunkeswell

What is the population of Dunkeswell?

Dunkeswell has a population of 1,361 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 Dunkeswell expensive to live in?

Dunkeswell 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 Dunkeswell?

Dunkeswell 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 Dunkeswell?

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

How are the schools in Dunkeswell?

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

How healthy is Dunkeswell?

The obesity rate in Dunkeswell 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.

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