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Garstang, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Garstang is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 9,530. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
9,530 Population
62 ft Elevation 19 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
49.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$48,321 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$48,321 median income, 4.9% 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 $48,321
36% 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 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population9,530
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,321
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

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

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population9,530
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates53.9008°, -2.7742°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation49.6 inches (1,260 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$48,321
Median Age40.6 years

Is Garstang a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Garstang is $48,321, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, 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 Garstang 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

Garstang experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Garstang has a population of 9,530. 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 (97.5%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.5% of residents. 5.7% 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

9,530
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Garstang vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Other Languages1.5%

Social Characteristics

Garstang vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garstang is $48,321, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.9% (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. 26.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Garstang vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,321
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% 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 Alone56.2%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home26.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Garstang is $1, 100% below the national median of $281,900. 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

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Garstang, 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: Garstang 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

Garstang experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 62 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates53.9008°N, 2.7742°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temp Precipitation
Jan 39°F (4°C)
5.0"
Feb 39°F (4°C)
3.1"
Mar 42°F (5°C)
4.0"
Apr 45°F (7°C)
2.9"
May 51°F (11°C)
2.8"
Jun 56°F (13°C)
3.2"
Jul 59°F (15°C)
3.4"
Aug 59°F (15°C)
4.2"
Sep 55°F (13°C)
4.7"
Oct 50°F (10°C)
5.5"
Nov 44°F (6°C)
5.6"
Dec 40°F (4°C)
5.4"

The warmest month is July at 59°F, while the coldest is January at 39°F — a seasonal swing of 21°F. November sees the most rain (5.6"), while May is the driest (2.8").

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 Alone56.2%
Public Transit3.3%
Work from Home26.1%

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