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Glossop, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Glossop is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 33,243. Elevation: 512 ft (156 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
33,243 Population 18,888/sq mi density
512 ft Elevation 156 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
58.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$47,224 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$47,224 median income, 4.0% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,224
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population33,243
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density18,888/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,224
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain58.5 in/yr
Sunny Days210/yr
Elevation512 ft (156 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population33,243
Population Density18,888 / sq mi
Elevation512 ft (156 m)
Coordinates53.4433°, -1.9490°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation58.5 inches (1,485 mm)
Annual Snowfall19.3 inches (49 cm)
Median Household Income$47,224
Median Age40.6 years

Is Glossop a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Glossop receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Glossop offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Glossop is $47,224, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, 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

Glossop experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 210 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 58.5 inches, including 19.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Glossop has a population of 33,243 with a density of 18,888 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. 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 (97.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.1% of residents. 4.0% 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

33,243
Total Population
18,888
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Glossop vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Other Languages1.9%

Social Characteristics

Glossop vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Glossop is $47,224, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.0% (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. 29.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Glossop vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,224
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% 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 Alone51.9%
Public Transit3.1%
Work from Home29.1%

Walkability

In Glossop, 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: Glossop 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

Glossop experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 210 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 58.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 19.3 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. 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 512 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days210 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.5 inches
54% above US avg
Snowfall19.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation512 ft (156 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density18,888/sq mi
Coordinates53.4433°N, 1.9490°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 5.0 in
February 36°F (2°C) 3.7 in Coldest
March 39°F (4°C) 4.1 in
April 43°F (6°C) 3.2 in
May 49°F (10°C) 3.1 in Driest
June 54°F (12°C) 3.4 in
July 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
August 58°F (14°C) 3.8 in Warmest
September 53°F (12°C) 3.9 in
October 47°F (8°C) 4.8 in
November 41°F (5°C) 5.1 in
December 38°F (3°C) 5.2 in Wettest

Glossop has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 36°F in February to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 48.6 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.2") and May the driest (3.1").

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

Population Density18,888/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.9%
Public Transit3.1%
Work from Home29.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Glossop

What is the population of Glossop?

Glossop has a population of 33,243 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 18,888 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Glossop expensive to live in?

Glossop 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 $47,224, 37% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Glossop?

Glossop has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.5 inches, with 19.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Glossop?

Glossop has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Glossop?

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

How healthy is Glossop?

The obesity rate in Glossop 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 Glossop?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Glossop is 0.8% White, 1% Black or African American, 97.4% Asian. 98.1% of residents speak only English at home. 4.0% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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