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High Ongar, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

High Ongar is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,171. Elevation: 161 ft (49 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,171 Population
161 ft Elevation 49 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
31.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population1,171
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation161 ft (49 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population1,171
Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Coordinates51.7095°, 0.2622°
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 Age40.6 years

Is High Ongar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, High Ongar receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. High Ongar offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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%.

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

High Ongar 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.

High Ongar has a population of 1,171. 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. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,171
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

High Ongar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

High Ongar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in High Ongar is N/A. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.8% (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.

Income: High Ongar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

In High Ongar, 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: High Ongar 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

High Ongar experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches. The area receives 3.4 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 161 feet.

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

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Coordinates51.7095°N, 0.2622°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.3 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.0 in
September 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.3 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in Wettest
December 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in

High Ongar has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 39°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.5").

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 Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About High Ongar

What is the population of High Ongar?

High Ongar has a population of 1,171 residents and is located in United Kingdom.. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is High Ongar expensive to live in?

High Ongar is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in High Ongar?

High Ongar has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 31.0 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in High Ongar?

High Ongar has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in High Ongar?

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

How healthy is High Ongar?

The obesity rate in High Ongar 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.

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