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Knaresborough, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Knaresborough is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 14,740. Elevation: 253 ft (77 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
14,740 Population
253 ft Elevation 77 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
42.8 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

Population14,740
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 Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days205/yr
Elevation253 ft (77 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population14,740
Elevation253 ft (77 m)
Coordinates54.0091°, -1.4685°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation42.8 inches (1,086 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.6 inches (19 cm)
Median Age40.6 years

Is Knaresborough a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Knaresborough receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Knaresborough 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

Knaresborough experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches, including 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Knaresborough has a population of 14,740. 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. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.1% of residents. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

14,740
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Knaresborough vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Other Languages2.9%

Social Characteristics

Knaresborough vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Knaresborough 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: Knaresborough 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 Knaresborough, 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: Knaresborough 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

Knaresborough experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The area receives 7.6 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 253 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days205 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall7.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation253 ft (77 m)
Coordinates54.0091°N, 1.4685°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.4 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in Coldest, Driest
March 42°F (6°C) 1.9 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.8 in
May 51°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 56°F (13°C) 2.2 in
July 59°F (15°C) 1.9 in
August 60°F (16°C) 2.3 in Warmest
September 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.3 in
November 43°F (6°C) 2.3 in
December 40°F (4°C) 2.5 in Wettest

Knaresborough has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 39°F in February to 60°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.5") and February 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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Knaresborough

What is the population of Knaresborough?

Knaresborough has a population of 14,740 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 Knaresborough expensive to live in?

Knaresborough 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 Knaresborough?

Knaresborough has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches, with 7.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Knaresborough?

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

How are the schools in Knaresborough?

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

How healthy is Knaresborough?

The obesity rate in Knaresborough 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 Knaresborough?

97.1% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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