Lapford, United Kingdom — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $46,982

37% lower than US avg

Home Value $6

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 3.3%

8% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.5%

96% lower than US avg

People

Population867

Median Age46.8 yrs

Density2/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 1%

Veterans5.2%

Economy

B+

Median Income$46,982

Per Capita$46,982

Unemployment3.3%

Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+

Home Value$6

Rent$900

Ownership67.6%

Crime

Violent1/100K

PropertyN/A

Murder1.1/100K

Health

Obesity26.8%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking9.8%

Depression13.5%

Heart Disease11.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI9 (Good)

Rain45.7 in/yr

Sunny Days253/yr

Elevation374 ft (114 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+36.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband96.3%

Population	867
Population Density	2 / sq mi
Elevation	374 ft (114 m)
Coordinates	50.8592°, -3.8054°
Timezone	Europe/London
Country	🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / Province	England
Average Temperature	50°F (10°C)
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation	45.7 inches (1,161 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$46,982
Median Age	46.8 years

Is Lapford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lapford receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lapford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lapford is $46,982, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, 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 Lapford is $6, 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

Lapford 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

Lapford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. With 253 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Lapford has a population of 867 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 483.8 square miles. The median age is 46.8 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Asian (97.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.9% of residents. 5.2% 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

867

Total Population

People / sq mi

46.8yrs

Median Age

20% above US avg

483.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%

Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lapford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.9%

23% above US avg

Other Languages 3.1%

Social Characteristics

Lapford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lapford is $46,982, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,982 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below 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. 29.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Lapford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$46,982
	37% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$46,982

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.3%
	8% below 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	52.9%
Public Transit	1.8%
Work from Home	29.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lapford is $6, 100% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 67.6% of housing units are owner-occupied. The home price-to-income ratio is 0x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$6
	100% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$900
	23% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	67.6%
Owner-Occupied	67.6%
Renter-Occupied	32.4%

Property Tax

In Lapford, 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: Lapford 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

Lapford 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, Lapford receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Lapford 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

Lapford experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 253 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.7 inches. 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 374 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)

Annual Average	49.5°F
	8% below US avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days	253 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.7"

20% above US avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Dec) 5.28"

Driest Month (May) 2.76"

Air Quality

AQI Median	9.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	93.2%

Geography

Elevation	374 ft (114 m)
Area	483.8 sq mi (1,252.9 km²)
Population Density	2/sq mi
Coordinates	50.8592°N, 3.8054°W
Timezone	Europe/London

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	41°F (5°C)	5.2 in
February	41°F (5°C)	3.7 in	Coldest
March	43°F (6°C)	3.6 in
April	46°F (8°C)	2.8 in
May	52°F (11°C)	2.8 in	Driest
June	57°F (14°C)	2.8 in
July	60°F (16°C)	2.8 in	Warmest
August	60°F (16°C)	3.3 in
September	56°F (13°C)	3.8 in
October	51°F (11°C)	4.6 in
November	46°F (8°C)	5.1 in
December	43°F (6°C)	5.3 in	Wettest

Lapford has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 41°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 45.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (5.3") and May the driest (2.8").

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)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density	2/sq mi
Total Area	483.8 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access	96.3%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	52.9%
Public Transit	1.8%
Work from Home	29.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Lapford

What is the population of Lapford?

Lapford has a population of 867 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 483.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Lapford expensive to live in?

Lapford 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 $46,982, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $6 (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 Lapford safe?

Lapford 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, Lapford receives a safety grade of A based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Lapford?

Lapford has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 253 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Lapford?

Lapford has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.3%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Lapford?

The median home value in Lapford is $6. For renters, the median monthly rent is $900. The homeownership rate is 67.6%.

How are the schools in Lapford?

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

How healthy is Lapford?

The obesity rate in Lapford 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 Lapford?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lapford is 0.6% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 97.8% Asian. 96.9% of residents speak only English at home. 5.2% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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