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Marchwood, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Marchwood is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 6,141. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
6,141 Population
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
40.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$48,985 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$48,985 median income, 3.8% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,985
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population6,141
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,985
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days228/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population6,141
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates50.8897°, -1.4544°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation40.6 inches (1,031 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)
Median Household Income$48,985
Median Age40.6 years

Is Marchwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Marchwood receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Marchwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marchwood is $48,985, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, 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

Marchwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Marchwood has a population of 6,141. 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 (96.8%), with 1.1% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.4% of residents. 5.9% 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

6,141
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Marchwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Other Languages2.6%

Social Characteristics

Marchwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marchwood is $48,985, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.8% (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. 30.4% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Marchwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,985
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% 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 Alone54.4%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home30.4%

Walkability

In Marchwood, 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: Marchwood 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

Marchwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches. The area receives 4.1 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 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days228 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates50.8897°N, 1.4544°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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone54.4%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home30.4%

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