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Gravesend, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Gravesend is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 54,263. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
54,263 Population 1,418/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
31.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$53,593 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$53,593 median income, 6.1% 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 $53,593
29% 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 6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population54,263
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density1,418/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 9%
Veterans2.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,593
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

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

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population54,263
Population Density1,418 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates51.4421°, 0.3711°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation31.0 inches (788 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.4 inches (9 cm)
Median Household Income$53,593
Median Age40.6 years

Is Gravesend a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gravesend 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 above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Gravesend stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gravesend is $53,593, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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 Gravesend 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

Gravesend experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Gravesend has a population of 54,263 with a density of 1,418 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (8.7%), with 2% Black, 76.6% Asian.

Population

54,263
Total Population
1,418
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
38.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Gravesend vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.5%
10% above US avg
Other Languages13.5%

Social Characteristics

Gravesend vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gravesend is $53,593, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Gravesend vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,593
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% 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 Alone49.8%
Public Transit9.1%
Work from Home26.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Gravesend 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 Gravesend, 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: Gravesend 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

Gravesend has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.0 inches. The area enjoys 238 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.0 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area38.3 sq mi (99.1 km²)
Population Density1,418/sq mi
Coordinates51.4421°N, 0.3711°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

Population Density1,418/sq mi
Total Area38.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone49.8%
Public Transit9.1%
Work from Home26.2%

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