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Roughton, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Roughton is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 571. Elevation: 131 ft (40 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
571 Population 205/sq mi density
131 ft Elevation 40 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
25.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$49,944 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$900/mo rent
A
Safety
4.2 / 5.0
1 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,944
34% 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 4.8%
32% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population571
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density205/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,944
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A

Crime

A
Violent1/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder1.1/100K

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.8%
Depression13.5%
Heart Disease11.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain25.8 in/yr
Sunny Days289/yr
Elevation131 ft (40 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population571
Population Density205 / sq mi
Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Coordinates52.8833°, 1.3000°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation25.8 inches (655 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

Is Roughton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roughton receives an overall livability score of 4.1 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. Roughton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roughton is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, 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

Roughton 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

Roughton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. With 289 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 25.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Roughton has a population of 571 with a density of 205 people per square mile, spread across 2.8 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. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

571
Total Population
205
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Roughton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Roughton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roughton is $49,944, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.8% (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.

Income: Roughton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,944
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

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-Occupied63.0%
Renter-Occupied37.0%

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
Heart Disease11.0%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
COPD1.9%
Kidney Disease2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.8%
30% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity79.9%
Depression13.5%
Mental Distress2.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%
Premature Death110/100K

Food & Exercise

Roughton 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, Roughton receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Roughton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent1.1/100K
100% below US avg
Murder1.1/100K
82% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeA
Safety Score4.2 / 5.0
Roughton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 289 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 25.8 inches (drier 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 131 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average49.2°F
9% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days289 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall25.8 inches
32% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation131 ft (40 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²)
Population Density205/sq mi
Coordinates52.8833°N, 1.3000°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 1.7 in Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.7 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
July 61°F (16°C) 2.1 in
August 61°F (16°C) 2.2 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.6 in
November 45°F (7°C) 2.7 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.4 in

Roughton has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 39°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 25.8 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.7") and February the driest (1.7").

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 Density205/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

A Safety Grade (4.2/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Roughton

What is the population of Roughton?

Roughton has a population of 571 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 205 people per square mile, spread across 2.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Roughton expensive to live in?

Roughton 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 $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Roughton safe?

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

What is the weather like in Roughton?

Roughton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 289 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Roughton?

Roughton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Roughton?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $900.

How are the schools in Roughton?

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

How healthy is Roughton?

The obesity rate in Roughton 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.

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