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London Colney, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

London Colney is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 9,800. Elevation: 243 ft (74 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.0 /5.0
A Great
9,800 Population 19/sq mi density
243 ft Elevation 74 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
33.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$72,893 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$72,893 median income, 3.9% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,893
3% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population9,800
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density19/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 5%
Veterans2.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,893
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation243 ft (74 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population9,800
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Coordinates51.7245°, -0.2965°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation33.6 inches (853 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.7 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$72,893
Median Age40.6 years

Is London Colney a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, London Colney receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. London Colney stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in London Colney is $72,893, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, 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

London Colney experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

London Colney has a population of 9,800 with a density of 19 people per square mile, spread across 513.0 square miles. 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. The city is predominantly Asian (83.6%), with 4.6% White, 3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.9% of residents. 2.5% 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

9,800
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
513.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

London Colney vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.9%
16% above US avg
Other Languages9.1%

Social Characteristics

London Colney vs U.S. Average

The median household income in London Colney is $72,893, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.9% (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. 53.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: London Colney vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,893
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% 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 Alone31.9%
Public Transit4.7%
Work from Home53.0%

Walkability

In London Colney, 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: London Colney 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

London Colney experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. The area receives 2.7 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 243 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Area513.0 sq mi (1,328.7 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates51.7245°N, 0.2965°W
TimezoneEurope/London
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

Population Density19/sq mi
Total Area513.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone31.9%
Public Transit4.7%
Work from Home53.0%

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