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Ponders End, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Ponders End is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 15,664. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
15,664 Population
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
31.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$55,738 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$55,738 median income, 7.8% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,738
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.8%
117% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population15,664
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 23%
Veterans1.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,738
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain31.7 in/yr
Sunny Days234/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population15,664
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates51.6445°, -0.0465°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation31.7 inches (806 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.0 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$55,738
Median Age40.6 years

Is Ponders End a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ponders End receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Ponders End offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ponders End is $55,738, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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

Ponders End experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Ponders End has a population of 15,664. 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 (52.1%), with 22.7% White, 3.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 69.5% of residents. 1.3% 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

15,664
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ponders End vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.5%
11% below US avg
Other Languages30.5%

Social Characteristics

Ponders End vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ponders End is $55,738, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 7.8% (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. 31.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ponders End vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,738
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% 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 Alone32.5%
Public Transit24.3%
Work from Home31.3%

Walkability

In Ponders End, 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: Ponders End 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

Ponders End experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches. The area receives 3.0 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 59 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days234 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.7 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates51.6445°N, 0.0465°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in Wettest
February 41°F (5°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
March 44°F (7°C) 1.9 in
April 48°F (9°C) 1.8 in
May 54°F (12°C) 1.9 in
June 60°F (15°C) 2.1 in
July 64°F (18°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 64°F (18°C) 1.9 in
September 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in
October 52°F (11°C) 2.4 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in
December 42°F (6°C) 2.3 in

Ponders End has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 41°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.6").

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 Alone32.5%
Public Transit24.3%
Work from Home31.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Ponders End

What is the population of Ponders End?

Ponders End has a population of 15,664 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 Ponders End expensive to live in?

Ponders End 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 $55,738, 26% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Ponders End?

Ponders End has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 234 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Ponders End?

The unemployment rate in Ponders End is 7.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Ponders End?

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

How healthy is Ponders End?

The obesity rate in Ponders End 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 Ponders End?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Ponders End is 22.7% White, 3.6% Black or African American, 52.1% Asian. 69.5% of residents speak only English at home. 1.3% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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