Purleigh, United Kingdom — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $55,099

27% 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 4.1%

14% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.5%

96% lower than US avg

People

Population526

Median Age48.5 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 1%

Veterans3.8%

Economy

B+

Median Income$55,099

Per Capita$55,099

Unemployment4.1%

Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+

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 Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI9 (Good)

Rain31.0 in/yr

Sunny Days238/yr

Elevation102 ft (31 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+36.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband96.3%

Population	526
Elevation	102 ft (31 m)
Coordinates	51.6872°, 0.6583°
Timezone	Europe/London
Country	🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / Province	England
Average Temperature	53°F (12°C)
January Average	42°F (5°C)
July Average	64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation	31.0 inches (788 mm)
Annual Snowfall	3.4 inches (9 cm)
Median Household Income	$55,099
Median Age	48.5 years

Is Purleigh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Purleigh receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low crime rates, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Purleigh stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Purleigh is $55,099, 27% 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

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

Safety & Crime

Purleigh 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

Purleigh experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Purleigh has a population of 526. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Asian (96.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.3% of residents. 3.8% 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

526

Total Population

48.5yrs

Median Age

25% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%

Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Purleigh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	98.3%
	25% above US avg
Other Languages	1.7%

Social Characteristics

Purleigh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Purleigh is $55,099, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,099 (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. 31.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Purleigh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$55,099
	27% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$55,099

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.1%
	14% 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	54.0%
Public Transit	3.0%
Work from Home	31.3%

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	76.2%
Renter-Occupied	23.8%

Property Tax

In Purleigh, 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: Purleigh 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

Purleigh 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, Purleigh receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Purleigh 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

Purleigh experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 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 102 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)

Annual Average	53.1°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	42°F (5°C)
July Average	64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days	238 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	31.0 inches
	18% below US avg
Snowfall	3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	9.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	93.2%

Geography

Elevation	102 ft (31 m)
Coordinates	51.6872°N, 0.6583°W
Timezone	Europe/London

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	42°F (5°C)	2.1 in
February	39°F (4°C)	1.3 in	Coldest, Driest
March	43°F (6°C)	1.7 in
April	46°F (8°C)	1.6 in
May	53°F (11°C)	1.6 in
June	58°F (14°C)	2.1 in
July	64°F (18°C)	1.6 in	Warmest
August	62°F (17°C)	1.9 in
September	58°F (14°C)	2.0 in
October	51°F (11°C)	2.2 in
November	44°F (7°C)	2.2 in	Wettest
December	41°F (5°C)	2.0 in

Purleigh has a seasonal temperature swing of 25°F — from 39°F in February to 64°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.2 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.2") and February the driest (1.3").

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	54.0%
Public Transit	3.0%
Work from Home	31.3%

Frequently Asked Questions About Purleigh

What is the population of Purleigh?

Purleigh has a population of 526 residents and is located in United Kingdom.. The median age of residents is 48.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Purleigh expensive to live in?

Purleigh 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 $55,099, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Purleigh safe?

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

What is the weather like in Purleigh?

Purleigh has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 238 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 31.0 inches, with 3.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Purleigh?

Purleigh has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Purleigh?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $900.

How are the schools in Purleigh?

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

How healthy is Purleigh?

The obesity rate in Purleigh 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 Purleigh?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Purleigh is 0.9% White, 1% Black or African American, 96.9% Asian. 98.3% of residents speak only English at home. 3.8% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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