Shotley, United Kingdom — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $43,058

43% lower than US avg

Home Value $1

100% 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 4.2%

17% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.5%

96% lower than US avg

People

Population831

Median Age49.0 yrs

Density6/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 1%

Veterans5.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$43,058

Per Capita$43,058

Unemployment4.2%

Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+

Home Value$1

Rent$900

Ownership71.0%

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)

Rain22.4 in/yr

Sunny Days295/yr

Elevation82 ft (25 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+36.2%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband96.3%

Population	831
Population Density	6 / sq mi
Elevation	82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates	51.9695°, 1.2505°
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	22.4 inches (570 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income	$43,058
Median Age	49.0 years

Is Shotley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Shotley receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Shotley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Shotley is $43,058, 43% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, 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

The median home value in Shotley is $1, 100% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 0x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Shotley 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

Shotley 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 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Shotley has a population of 831 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 134.9 square miles. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Asian (96.7%), with 1.1% White, 1.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.7% of residents. 5.0% 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

831

Total Population

People / sq mi

49.0yrs

Median Age

26% above US avg

134.9mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%

Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Shotley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.7%

24% above US avg

Other Languages 2.3%

Social Characteristics

Shotley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Shotley is $43,058, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,058. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (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. 30.7% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Shotley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$43,058
	43% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$43,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.2%
	17% 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	54.8%
Public Transit	1.5%
Work from Home	30.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Shotley is $1, 100% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163). 71.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The home price-to-income ratio is 0x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$1
	100% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$900
	23% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	71.0%
Owner-Occupied	71.0%
Renter-Occupied	29.0%

Property Tax

In Shotley, 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: Shotley 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

Shotley 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, Shotley receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Shotley 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

Shotley 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 295 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 22.4 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 82 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)

Annual Average	49.9°F
	8% below US avg
January Average	39°F (4°C)
July Average	62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days	295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 22.4"

41% below US avg

Snowfall 0.0"

Wettest Month (Nov) 2.36"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.42"

Air Quality

AQI Median	9.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	93.2%

Geography

Elevation	82 ft (25 m)
Area	134.9 sq mi (349.3 km²)
Population Density	6/sq mi
Coordinates	51.9695°N, 1.2505°W
Timezone	Europe/London

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	39°F (4°C)	2.0 in	Coldest
February	39°F (4°C)	1.4 in	Driest
March	43°F (6°C)	1.5 in
April	46°F (8°C)	1.6 in
May	53°F (11°C)	1.6 in
June	58°F (14°C)	1.8 in
July	62°F (17°C)	1.6 in
August	63°F (17°C)	2.2 in	Warmest
September	58°F (15°C)	2.0 in
October	52°F (11°C)	2.3 in
November	45°F (7°C)	2.4 in	Wettest
December	41°F (5°C)	2.1 in

Shotley has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 39°F in January to 63°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 22.4 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.4").

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

Population Density	6/sq mi
Total Area	134.9 sq mi

Services

Broadband Access	96.3%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	54.8%
Public Transit	1.5%
Work from Home	30.7%

Frequently Asked Questions About Shotley

What is the population of Shotley?

Shotley has a population of 831 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 134.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 49.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Shotley expensive to live in?

Shotley 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 $43,058, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $1 (100% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 0x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Shotley safe?

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

What is the weather like in Shotley?

Shotley 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 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 22.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Shotley?

Shotley has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Shotley?

The median home value in Shotley is $1. For renters, the median monthly rent is $900. The homeownership rate is 71.0%.

How are the schools in Shotley?

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

How healthy is Shotley?

The obesity rate in Shotley 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 Shotley?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Shotley is 1.1% White, 1.1% Black or African American, 96.7% Asian. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 5.0% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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