North Molton, United Kingdom — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $41,506

45% 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 4.2%

17% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.5%

96% lower than US avg

People

Population721

Median Age48.3 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 1%

Veterans5.9%

Economy

B+

Median Income$41,506

Per Capita$41,506

Unemployment4.2%

Poverty0.5%

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$900

OwnershipN/A

Crime

Violent1/100K

PropertyN/A

Murder1.1/100K

Health

Obesity26.8%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking9.8%

Depression13.5%

Heart Disease11.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI9 (Good)

Rain55.4 in/yr

Sunny Days236/yr

Elevation636 ft (194 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+36.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband96.3%

Population	721
Elevation	636 ft (194 m)
Coordinates	51.0539°, -3.7991°
Timezone	Europe/London
Country	🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / Province	England
Average Temperature	48°F (9°C)
January Average	39°F (4°C)
July Average	59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation	55.4 inches (1,406 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$41,506
Median Age	48.3 years

Is North Molton a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Molton is $41,506, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, 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

Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

North Molton 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

North Molton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 55.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

North Molton has a population of 721. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% 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%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.7% 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

721

Total Population

48.3yrs

Median Age

24% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%

Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

North Molton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	97.7%
	24% above US avg
Other Languages	2.3%

Social Characteristics

North Molton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Molton is $41,506, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,506. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (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. 24.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: North Molton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$41,506
	45% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$41,506

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.2%
	17% 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	52.2%
Public Transit	2.4%
Work from Home	24.3%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$900
	23% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	67.3%
Renter-Occupied	32.7%

Property Tax

In North Molton, 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: North Molton 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

North Molton 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, North Molton receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: North Molton 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

North Molton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.4 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 636 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)

Annual Average	48.1°F
	11% below US avg
January Average	39°F (4°C)
July Average	59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days	236 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	55.4 inches
	46% above US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	9.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	93.2%

Geography

Elevation	636 ft (194 m)
Coordinates	51.0539°N, 3.7991°W
Timezone	Europe/London

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	39°F (4°C)	6.3 in
February	39°F (4°C)	4.5 in	Coldest
March	42°F (5°C)	4.7 in
April	45°F (7°C)	3.4 in
May	50°F (10°C)	3.2 in	Driest
June	55°F (13°C)	3.3 in
July	59°F (15°C)	3.3 in	Warmest
August	59°F (15°C)	4.0 in
September	55°F (13°C)	4.6 in
October	50°F (10°C)	5.4 in
November	44°F (7°C)	6.3 in
December	41°F (5°C)	6.4 in	Wettest

North Molton has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 39°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (6.4") and May the driest (3.2").

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 Access	96.3%

Safety & Disasters

A Safety Grade (4.2/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	52.2%
Public Transit	2.4%
Work from Home	24.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About North Molton

What is the population of North Molton?

North Molton has a population of 721 residents and is located in United Kingdom.. The median age of residents is 48.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is North Molton expensive to live in?

North Molton 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 $41,506, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is North Molton safe?

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

What is the weather like in North Molton?

North Molton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in North Molton?

North Molton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in North Molton?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $900.

How are the schools in North Molton?

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

How healthy is North Molton?

The obesity rate in North Molton 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 North Molton?

The racial and ethnic makeup of North Molton is 1% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 97% Asian. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 5.9% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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