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Forden, United Kingdom

Wales · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Forden is a small town in Wales, United Kingdom with a population of 745. Elevation: 486 ft (148 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
745 Population
486 ft Elevation 148 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
37.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$45,604 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$45,604 median income, 3.6% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,604
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population745
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,604
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation486 ft (148 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population745
Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Coordinates52.6150°, -3.1232°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceWales
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation37.7 inches (957 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$45,604
Median Age40.6 years

Is Forden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Forden receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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 below-average incomes. Forden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Forden is $45,604, 39% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, 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

Forden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 268 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Forden has a population of 745. 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 (97.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.9% of residents. 5.1% 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

745
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Forden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Other Languages2.1%

Social Characteristics

Forden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Forden is $45,604, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below 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. 30.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Forden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,604
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.4%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home30.3%

Walkability

In Forden, 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: Forden 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

Forden experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 268 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 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 486 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation486 ft (148 m)
Coordinates52.6150°N, 3.1232°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (4°C) 4.0 in
February 38°F (3°C) 2.9 in Coldest
March 42°F (5°C) 3.2 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.5 in
May 51°F (10°C) 2.3 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.2 in Warmest, Driest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.3 in
October 49°F (9°C) 3.6 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in
December 40°F (5°C) 4.1 in Wettest

Forden has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 38°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.1") and July 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.4%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home30.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Forden

What is the population of Forden?

Forden has a population of 745 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 Forden expensive to live in?

Forden 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 $45,604, 39% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Forden?

Forden has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Forden?

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

How are the schools in Forden?

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

How healthy is Forden?

The obesity rate in Forden 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 Forden?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Forden is 0.9% White, 0.6% Black or African American, 97.7% Asian. 97.9% of residents speak only English at home. 5.1% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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