Great Barrow, United Kingdom — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $52,687

30% lower than US avg

Home Value $1

100% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 1/100K

100% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 36.2%

7% higher than US avg

Median Rent $900

23% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 26.8%

16% lower than US avg

Unemployment 4.6%

28% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.5%

96% lower than US avg

People

Population578

Median Age43.9 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 2%

Veterans4.5%

Economy

B+

Median Income$52,687

Per Capita$52,687

Unemployment4.6%

Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+

Home Value$1

Rent$900

OwnershipN/A

Crime

Violent1/100K

PropertyN/A

Murder1.1/100K

Health

Obesity26.8%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking9.8%

Depression13.5%

Heart Disease11.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)

AQI9 (Good)

Rain45.7 in/yr

Sunny Days207/yr

Elevation102 ft (31 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+36.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband96.3%

Population	578
Elevation	102 ft (31 m)
Coordinates	53.2107°, -2.7947°
Timezone	Europe/London
Country	🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / Province	England
Average Temperature	51°F (11°C)
January Average	42°F (5°C)
July Average	60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation	45.7 inches (1,161 mm)
Annual Snowfall	12.2 inches (31 cm)
Median Household Income	$52,687
Median Age	43.9 years

Is Great Barrow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Great Barrow receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Great Barrow 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 Barrow is $52,687, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, 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 Barrow is $1, 100% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Great Barrow is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380.

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 Barrow experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches, including 12.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Great Barrow has a population of 578. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Asian (95.3%), with 1.6% White, 1.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.9% of residents. 4.5% 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

578

Total Population

43.9yrs

Median Age

13% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%

Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Great Barrow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	95.9%
	22% above US avg
Other Languages	4.1%

Social Characteristics

Great Barrow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Great Barrow is $52,687, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,687 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (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. 31.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Great Barrow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$52,687
	30% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$52,687

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.6%
	28% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.5%
	96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	50.8%
Public Transit	2.5%
Work from Home	31.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Great Barrow is $1, 100% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 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

Census Median Rent	$900
	23% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	68.3%
Renter-Occupied	31.7%

Property Tax

In Great Barrow, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 11.0% of residents, above the national average. 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). 2.9% experience frequent mental distress.

Health Metrics: Great Barrow vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	26.8%
	16% below US avg
Diabetes	5.8%
Heart Disease	11.0%
High Blood Pressure	26.4%
COPD	1.9%
Kidney Disease	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.8%
	30% below US avg
Binge Drinking	10.9%
Physical Inactivity	79.9%
Depression	13.5%
Mental Distress	2.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.0%

Premature Death	110/100K

Food & Exercise

Great Barrow has a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 1.1 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Great Barrow receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Great Barrow vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	1.1/100K
	100% below US avg
Murder	1.1/100K
	82% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety Grade	A
Safety Score	4.2 / 5.0

Great Barrow experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 207 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. The area receives 12.2 inches of snow annually. 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 102 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)

Annual Average	51.4°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	42°F (5°C)
July Average	60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days	207 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	45.7 inches
	20% above US avg
Snowfall	12.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	9.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	93.2%

Geography

Elevation	102 ft (31 m)
Coordinates	53.2107°N, 2.7947°W
Timezone	Europe/London

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	42°F (5°C)	2.4 in
February	39°F (4°C)	1.8 in	Coldest, Driest
March	43°F (6°C)	2.2 in
April	46°F (8°C)	2.0 in
May	52°F (11°C)	2.1 in
June	57°F (14°C)	2.3 in
July	60°F (16°C)	2.1 in
August	60°F (16°C)	2.6 in	Warmest
September	56°F (13°C)	2.7 in
October	50°F (10°C)	3.0 in
November	44°F (7°C)	3.1 in	Wettest
December	41°F (5°C)	2.9 in

Great Barrow has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 39°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 29.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.1") and February the driest (1.8").

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 Access	96.3%

Safety & Disasters

A Safety Grade (4.2/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	50.8%
Public Transit	2.5%
Work from Home	31.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Great Barrow

What is the population of Great Barrow?

Great Barrow has a population of 578 residents and is located in United Kingdom.. The median age of residents is 43.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Great Barrow expensive to live in?

Great Barrow 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 $52,687, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $1 (100% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 0x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Great Barrow safe?

Great Barrow is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Great Barrow receives a safety grade of A based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Great Barrow?

Great Barrow has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 207 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 45.7 inches, with 12.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Great Barrow?

Great Barrow has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Great Barrow?

The median home value in Great Barrow is $1. For renters, the median monthly rent is $900.

How are the schools in Great Barrow?

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

How healthy is Great Barrow?

The obesity rate in Great Barrow 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 Great Barrow?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Great Barrow is 1.6% White, 1.1% Black or African American, 95.3% Asian. 95.9% of residents speak only English at home. 4.5% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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