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Shaftesbury, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Shaftesbury is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 7,314. Elevation: 679 ft (207 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
7,314 Population
679 ft Elevation 207 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
42.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population7,314
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days229/yr
Elevation679 ft (207 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population7,314
Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Coordinates51.0053°, -2.1933°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation42.8 inches (1,087 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.1 inches (15 cm)
Median Age40.6 years

Is Shaftesbury a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shaftesbury receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Shaftesbury offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 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

Shaftesbury experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 229 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches, including 6.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Shaftesbury has a population of 7,314. 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 (97.1%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.7% of residents. 7.1% 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

7,314
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Shaftesbury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Other Languages2.3%

Social Characteristics

Shaftesbury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shaftesbury is N/A. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.0% (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. 28.2% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Shaftesbury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% 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 Alone53.9%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home28.2%

Walkability

In Shaftesbury, 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: Shaftesbury 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

Shaftesbury experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 229 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. The area receives 6.1 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 679 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days229 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall6.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Coordinates51.0053°N, 2.1933°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 3.5 in
February 40°F (4°C) 2.5 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.6 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.2 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.4 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in Warmest, Driest
August 61°F (16°C) 2.4 in
September 56°F (14°C) 2.8 in
October 51°F (10°C) 3.1 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.2 in
December 42°F (5°C) 3.7 in Wettest

Shaftesbury has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 40°F in February to 61°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (1.9").

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 Alone53.9%
Public Transit1.6%
Work from Home28.2%

Frequently Asked Questions About Shaftesbury

What is the population of Shaftesbury?

Shaftesbury has a population of 7,314 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 Shaftesbury expensive to live in?

Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury?

Shaftesbury has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 42.8 inches, with 6.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Shaftesbury?

Shaftesbury has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.0%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Shaftesbury?

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

How healthy is Shaftesbury?

The obesity rate in Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Shaftesbury is 1% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 97.1% Asian. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 7.1% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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