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Great Barford, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Great Barford is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,003. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
2,003 Population
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
32.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$52,342 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$52,342 median income, 4.8% 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 $52,342
30% 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 4.8%
32% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population2,003
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,342
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

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

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain32.0 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population2,003
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates52.1579°, -0.3524°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation32.0 inches (813 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.6 inches (12 cm)
Median Household Income$52,342
Median Age40.6 years

Is Great Barford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Great Barford receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Great Barford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Great Barford is $52,342, 30% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Great Barford 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

Great Barford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 32.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Great Barford has a population of 2,003. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,003
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Great Barford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Great Barford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Great Barford is $52,342, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Great Barford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,342
30% below US avg
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

The median home value in Great Barford 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 Great Barford, 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: Great Barford 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

Great Barford has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 32.0 inches. The area enjoys 223 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall32.0 inches
16% below US avg
Snowfall4.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates52.1579°N, 0.3524°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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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