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Longridge, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Longridge is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 7,526. Elevation: 423 ft (129 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
7,526 Population
423 ft Elevation 129 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
47.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$51,905 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$51,905 median income, 2.8% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,905
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population7,526
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,905
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation423 ft (129 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population7,526
Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Coordinates53.8321°, -2.5996°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation47.2 inches (1,198 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$51,905
Median Age40.6 years

Is Longridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Longridge receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Longridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Longridge is $51,905, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 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

Longridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Longridge has a population of 7,526. 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 (96.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.2% of residents. 4.0% 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

7,526
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Longridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Other Languages1.8%

Social Characteristics

Longridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Longridge is $51,905, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 2.8% (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. 29.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Longridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,905
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.5%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home29.6%

Walkability

In Longridge, 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: Longridge 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

Longridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). 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 423 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Coordinates53.8321°N, 2.5996°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (4°C) 4.7 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.9 in
March 42°F (5°C) 3.9 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.8 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in Driest
June 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
July 60°F (15°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 4.1 in
September 55°F (13°C) 4.3 in
October 49°F (10°C) 5.2 in
November 43°F (6°C) 5.3 in Wettest
December 40°F (4°C) 5.1 in

Longridge has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 38°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (5.3") and May the driest (2.6").

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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone56.5%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home29.6%

Frequently Asked Questions About Longridge

What is the population of Longridge?

Longridge has a population of 7,526 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 Longridge expensive to live in?

Longridge 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 $51,905, 31% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Longridge?

Longridge has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Longridge?

The job market in Longridge is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% — well below the national rate of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Longridge?

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

How healthy is Longridge?

The obesity rate in Longridge 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 Longridge?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Longridge is 0.6% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 96.2% Asian. 98.2% of residents speak only English at home. 4.0% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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