Poole, United Kingdom

Bachelor's+ 36.2%

7% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 26.8%

16% lower than US avg

Unemployment 5.7%

58% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.5%

96% lower than US avg

People

Population150,092

Median Age40.6 yrs

Density5,992/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 3%

Veterans4.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$49,944

Unemployment5.7%

Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity26.8%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking9.8%

Depression13.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)

AQI9 (Good)

Rain31.7 in/yr

Sunny Days279/yr

Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+36.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband96.3%

Population	150,092
Population Density	5,992 / sq mi
Elevation	20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates	50.7143°, -1.9846°
Timezone	Europe/London
Country	🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / Province	England
Average Temperature	51°F (10°C)
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation	31.7 inches (805 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	40.6 years

Is Poole a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Poole receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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. Poole offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.7% 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

Poole experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. With 279 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Poole has a population of 150,092 with a density of 5,992 people per square mile, spread across 25.1 square miles. 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 (91.3%), with 2.8% White, 1.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.3% of residents. 4.7% 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

150,092

Total Population

5,992

People / sq mi

40.6yrs

Median Age

4% above US avg

25.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%

Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Poole vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	90.3%
	15% above US avg
Other Languages	9.7%

Social Characteristics

Poole vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Poole is N/A. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.7% (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. 29.6% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Poole vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.7%
	58% 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	47.9%
Public Transit	5.1%
Work from Home	29.6%

Walkability

In Poole, 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: Poole vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	26.8%
	16% below US avg
Diabetes	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	26.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.8%
	30% below US avg
Binge Drinking	10.9%
Physical Inactivity	79.9%
Depression	13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	88.0%

Food & Exercise

Poole experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 279 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches. 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 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	50.6°F
	6% below US avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	279 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	31.7 inches
	17% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	9.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	93.2%

Geography

Elevation	20 ft (6 m)
Area	25.1 sq mi (64.9 km²)
Population Density	5,992/sq mi
Coordinates	50.7143°N, 1.9846°W
Timezone	Europe/London

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	41°F (5°C)	3.5 in
February	41°F (5°C)	2.5 in	Coldest
March	44°F (7°C)	2.5 in
April	47°F (8°C)	2.0 in
May	53°F (12°C)	1.9 in
June	58°F (15°C)	2.1 in
July	63°F (17°C)	1.5 in	Warmest, Driest
August	62°F (17°C)	2.1 in
September	58°F (14°C)	2.8 in
October	52°F (11°C)	3.3 in
November	46°F (8°C)	3.5 in
December	43°F (6°C)	3.9 in	Wettest

Poole has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 41°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.9") and July the driest (1.5").

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

Population Density	5,992/sq mi
Total Area	25.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	47.9%
Public Transit	5.1%
Work from Home	29.6%

Frequently Asked Questions About Poole

What is the population of Poole?

Poole has a population of 150,092 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 5,992 people per square mile, spread across 25.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Poole expensive to live in?

Poole is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Poole?

Poole has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Poole?

The unemployment rate in Poole is 5.7%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Poole?

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

How healthy is Poole?

The obesity rate in Poole 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 Poole?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Poole is 2.8% White, 1.9% Black or African American, 91.3% Asian. 90.3% of residents speak only English at home. 4.7% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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