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Pocklington, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Pocklington is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 8,337. Elevation: 121 ft (37 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
8,337 Population
121 ft Elevation 37 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
36.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$47,746 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$47,746 median income, 4.1% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,746
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population8,337
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,746
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Sunny Days209/yr
Elevation121 ft (37 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population8,337
Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Coordinates53.9334°, -0.7811°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation36.8 inches (934 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.4 inches (9 cm)
Median Household Income$47,746
Median Age40.6 years

Is Pocklington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pocklington receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Pocklington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pocklington is $47,746, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, 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

Pocklington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Pocklington has a population of 8,337. 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 (97.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.4% of residents. 6.2% 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

8,337
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Pocklington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pocklington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pocklington is $47,746, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (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. 24.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Pocklington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,746
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% 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 Alone57.2%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home24.7%

Walkability

In Pocklington, 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: Pocklington 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

Pocklington experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 209 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches. The area receives 3.4 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 121 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days209 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.8 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation121 ft (37 m)
Coordinates53.9334°N, 0.7811°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 Alone57.2%
Public Transit1.8%
Work from Home24.7%

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