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Kirkby, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Kirkby is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 42,744. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
42,744 Population
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
54.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$47,680 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$47,680 median income, 5.9% 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 $47,680
37% 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 5.9%
64% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population42,744
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,680
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment5.9%
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)
Rain54.8 in/yr
Sunny Days220/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population42,744
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates53.4814°, -2.8922°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation54.8 inches (1,391 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.8 inches (27 cm)
Median Household Income$47,680
Median Age40.6 years

Is Kirkby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kirkby receives an overall livability score of 4.1 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 above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Kirkby stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kirkby is $47,680, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.9% 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 Kirkby 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

Kirkby experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 220 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches, including 10.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Kirkby has a population of 42,744. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (1.7%), with 1.3% Black, 95.3% Asian.

Population

42,744
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Kirkby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Other Languages3.4%

Social Characteristics

Kirkby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kirkby is $47,680, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Kirkby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,680
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.9%
64% 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 Alone51.0%
Public Transit9.3%
Work from Home21.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Kirkby 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 Kirkby, 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: Kirkby 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

Kirkby has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.8 inches. The area enjoys 220 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days220 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.8 inches
44% above US avg
Snowfall10.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates53.4814°N, 2.8922°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

Drive Alone51.0%
Public Transit9.3%
Work from Home21.4%

Nearby Cities

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