Ledsham, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Ledsham is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 162. Elevation: 164 ft (50 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.1 /5.0

A Great

162 Population 1/sq mi density

164 ft Elevation 50 meters

50°F Avg Temperature 10°C

42.8 in Annual Rain

Europe / London Timezone

$46,629 Median Income

Overall

4.1 / 5.0

Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.2 / 5.0

$46,629 median income, 6.7% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$1 home value, $900/mo rent

Safety

4.2 / 5.0

1 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)

B+

Education

3.9 / 5.0

36.2% bachelor's degree or higher

Median Income $46,629

38% lower than US avg

Home Value $1

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 6.7%

86% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.5%

96% lower than US avg

People

Population162

Median Age36.6 yrs

Density1/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 8%

Veterans3.1%

Economy

Median Income$46,629

Per Capita$46,629

Unemployment6.7%

Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+

Home Value$1

Rent$900

Ownership57.0%

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)

Rain42.8 in/yr

Sunny Days205/yr

Elevation164 ft (50 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+36.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband96.3%

Population	162
Population Density	1 / sq mi
Elevation	164 ft (50 m)
Coordinates	53.7632°, -1.3086°
Timezone	Europe/London
Country	🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / Province	England
Average Temperature	50°F (10°C)
January Average	40°F (5°C)
July Average	59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation	42.8 inches (1,086 mm)
Annual Snowfall	7.6 inches (19 cm)
Median Household Income	$46,629
Median Age	36.6 years

Is Ledsham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ledsham receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Ledsham stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ledsham is $46,629, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% 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 Ledsham is $1, 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

Ledsham 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

Ledsham 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.

Ledsham has a population of 162 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 231.2 square miles. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Asian (79%), with 8.1% White, 2.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.3% of residents. 3.1% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

162

Total Population

People / sq mi

36.6yrs

Median Age

6% below US avg

231.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%

Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ledsham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.3%

14% above US avg

Other Languages 10.7%

Social Characteristics

Ledsham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ledsham is $46,629, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,629 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 6.7% (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. 33.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ledsham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$46,629
	38% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$46,629

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.7%
	86% above 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	41.8%
Public Transit	8.4%
Work from Home	33.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Ledsham is $1, 100% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 57.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). The home price-to-income ratio is 0x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$1
	100% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$900
	23% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	57.0%
Owner-Occupied	57.0%
Renter-Occupied	43.0%

Property Tax

In Ledsham, 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: Ledsham 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

Ledsham 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, Ledsham receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Ledsham 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

Ledsham 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 164 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)

Annual Average	50.1°F
	7% below US avg
January Average	40°F (5°C)
July Average	59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days	205 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	164 ft (50 m)
Area	231.2 sq mi (598.8 km²)
Population Density	1/sq mi
Coordinates	53.7632°N, 1.3086°W
Timezone	Europe/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.8"

13% above US avg

Snowfall 7.6"

Wettest Month (Dec) 2.44"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.61"

Air Quality

AQI Median	9.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	93.2%

Earthquake History

46 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M4.8.

Feb 27, 2008	1 km NNE of Market Rasen, United Kingdom	M4.8	76 km	18 km
Sep 22, 2002	2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom	M4.8	149 km	9 km
Oct 21, 2002	1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom	M4.3	68 km	5 km
Oct 28, 2001	5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom	M4.2	106 km	12 km
Jun 9, 2018	7 km NNE of Withernsea, United Kingdom	M4.1	90 km	10 km
Oct 24, 2002	2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom	M3.8	65 km	4 km
Mar 7, 1996	3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom	M3.8	145 km	10 km
Jan 28, 2015	2 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom	M3.8	122 km	3 km
Oct 21, 2002	0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom	M3.7	56 km	5 km
Apr 28, 2009	3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom	M3.7	120 km	9 km
Jan 3, 2011	5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom	M3.6	50 km	6 km
Feb 8, 1990	2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom	M3.6	70 km	10 km
May 30, 2022	2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom	M3.6	131 km	10 km
Apr 18, 2014	3 km WSW of Market Overton, United Kingdom	M3.5	122 km	2 km
Oct 22, 2002	0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom	M3.5	64 km	4 km
Feb 29, 2004	0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom	M3.4	51 km	12 km
Jan 21, 1999	4 km ENE of Old Leake, United Kingdom	M3.3	126 km	10 km
Feb 20, 1995	England, United Kingdom	M3.3	103 km	5 km
Mar 4, 1990	2 km N of Great Haywood, United Kingdom	M3.3	114 km	10 km
Oct 23, 2002	0 km WSW of Droylsden, United Kingdom	M3.3	64 km	5 km

Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990–2025). Sorted by magnitude.

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	40°F (5°C)	2.3 in
February	38°F (4°C)	1.6 in	Coldest, Driest
March	42°F (6°C)	2.0 in
April	46°F (8°C)	1.8 in
May	51°F (11°C)	1.9 in
June	57°F (14°C)	2.2 in
July	59°F (15°C)	1.8 in
August	61°F (16°C)	2.2 in	Warmest
September	56°F (13°C)	2.1 in
October	50°F (10°C)	2.1 in
November	43°F (6°C)	2.1 in
December	40°F (5°C)	2.4 in	Wettest

Ledsham has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 38°F in February to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 24.3 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.6").

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	1/sq mi
Total Area	231.2 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access	96.3%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	41.8%
Public Transit	8.4%
Work from Home	33.8%

Frequently Asked Questions About Ledsham

What is the population of Ledsham?

Ledsham has a population of 162 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 231.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Ledsham expensive to live in?

Ledsham 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 $46,629, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $1 (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 Ledsham safe?

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

What is the weather like in Ledsham?

Ledsham 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 Ledsham?

The unemployment rate in Ledsham is 6.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Ledsham?

The median home value in Ledsham is $1. For renters, the median monthly rent is $900. The homeownership rate is 57.0%.

How are the schools in Ledsham?

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

How healthy is Ledsham?

The obesity rate in Ledsham 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 Ledsham?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ledsham is 8.1% White, 2.7% Black or African American, 79% Asian. 89.3% of residents speak only English at home. 3.1% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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