Sellindge, United Kingdom — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $49,357

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 5.8%

61% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.5%

96% lower than US avg

People

Population759

Median Age47.4 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 4%

Veterans5.7%

Economy

Median Income$49,357

Per Capita$49,357

Unemployment5.8%

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 Temp50°F (10°C)

AQI9 (Good)

Rain27.9 in/yr

Sunny Days285/yr

Elevation220 ft (67 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+36.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband96.3%

Population	759
Elevation	220 ft (67 m)
Coordinates	51.1030°, 1.0055°
Timezone	Europe/London
Country	🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / Province	England
Average Temperature	50°F (10°C)
January Average	39°F (4°C)
July Average	62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation	27.9 inches (708 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$49,357
Median Age	47.4 years

Is Sellindge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sellindge 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 above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Sellindge stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sellindge is $49,357, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

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

Safety & Crime

Sellindge 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

Sellindge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 285 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Sellindge has a population of 759. The median age is 47.4 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Asian (92.6%), with 3.7% White, 1.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.9% of residents. 5.7% 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

759

Total Population

47.4yrs

Median Age

22% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%

Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sellindge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.9%

21% above US avg

Other Languages 5.1%

Social Characteristics

Sellindge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sellindge is $49,357, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,357 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.8% (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. 28.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sellindge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$49,357
	34% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$49,357

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.8%
	61% 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	50.0%
Public Transit	4.8%
Work from Home	28.8%

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	65.8%
Renter-Occupied	34.2%

Property Tax

In Sellindge, 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: Sellindge 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

Sellindge 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, Sellindge receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Sellindge 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

Sellindge experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 285 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 27.9 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 220 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	49.6°F
	8% below US avg
January Average	39°F (4°C)
July Average	62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	285 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.9"

27% below US avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Nov) 3.15"

Driest Month (May) 1.73"

Air Quality

AQI Median	9.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	93.2%

Geography

Elevation	220 ft (67 m)
Coordinates	51.1030°N, 1.0055°W
Timezone	Europe/London

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	39°F (4°C)	2.8 in	Coldest
February	39°F (4°C)	1.8 in
March	43°F (6°C)	2.1 in
April	46°F (8°C)	1.9 in
May	53°F (11°C)	1.7 in	Driest
June	58°F (14°C)	2.0 in
July	62°F (17°C)	1.8 in
August	62°F (17°C)	2.1 in	Warmest
September	58°F (14°C)	2.6 in
October	51°F (11°C)	3.1 in
November	44°F (7°C)	3.2 in	Wettest
December	41°F (5°C)	2.9 in

Sellindge has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in January to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 27.9 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.2") and May 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)

Area & Infrastructure

Services

Broadband Access	96.3%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	50.0%
Public Transit	4.8%
Work from Home	28.8%

Frequently Asked Questions About Sellindge

What is the population of Sellindge?

Sellindge has a population of 759 residents and is located in United Kingdom.. The median age of residents is 47.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Sellindge expensive to live in?

Sellindge 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 $49,357, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Sellindge safe?

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

What is the weather like in Sellindge?

Sellindge has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Sellindge?

The unemployment rate in Sellindge is 5.8%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How much does housing cost in Sellindge?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $900.

How are the schools in Sellindge?

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

How healthy is Sellindge?

The obesity rate in Sellindge 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 Sellindge?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Sellindge is 3.7% White, 1.4% Black or African American, 92.6% Asian. 94.9% of residents speak only English at home. 5.7% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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