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Griston, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Griston is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,540. Elevation: 180 ft (55 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,540 Population 710/sq mi density
180 ft Elevation 55 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
35.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$43,687 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$43,687 median income, 4.1% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,687
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population1,540
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density710/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,687
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation180 ft (55 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population1,540
Population Density710 / sq mi
Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Coordinates52.5572°, 0.8644°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (895 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.2 inches (6 cm)
Median Household Income$43,687
Median Age40.6 years

Is Griston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Griston 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. Griston offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Griston is $43,687, 42% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, 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

Griston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Griston has a population of 1,540 with a density of 710 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 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 (96.5%), with 1.1% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.3% of residents. 6.4% 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

1,540
Total Population
710
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Griston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Other Languages6.7%

Social Characteristics

Griston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Griston is $43,687, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (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. 21.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Griston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,687
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% 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 Alone59.7%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home21.9%

Walkability

In Griston, 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: Griston 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

Griston experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. The area receives 2.2 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 180 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall2.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation180 ft (55 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density710/sq mi
Coordinates52.5572°N, 0.8644°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.8 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in Driest
May 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 62°F (16°C) 2.3 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.5 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.7 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in

Griston has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 39°F in February to 62°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.1 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.7") and April the driest (1.7").

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 Density710/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone59.7%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home21.9%

Frequently Asked Questions About Griston

What is the population of Griston?

Griston has a population of 1,540 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 710 people per square mile, spread across 2.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Griston expensive to live in?

Griston 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 $43,687, 42% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Griston?

Griston has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 222 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 35.2 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Griston?

Griston has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Griston?

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

How healthy is Griston?

The obesity rate in Griston 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 Griston?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Griston is 1.1% White, 1% Black or African American, 96.5% Asian. 93.3% of residents speak only English at home. 6.4% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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