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Skegness, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Skegness is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 24,876. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
24,876 Population
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
22.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$40,025 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$40,025 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,025
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher 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

Population24,876
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,025
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain22.8 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population24,876
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates53.1436°, 0.3363°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation22.8 inches (580 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$40,025
Median Age40.6 years

Is Skegness a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Skegness receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Skegness offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Skegness is $40,025, 47% 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%.

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

Skegness 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 295 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Skegness has a population of 24,876. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (0.8%), with 97.8% Asian.

Population

24,876
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Skegness vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Skegness vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Skegness is $40,025, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Skegness vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,025
47% 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

In Skegness, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% are current smokers. 13.5% report depression. 79.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Skegness 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

Skegness has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.8 inches. The area enjoys 295 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.8 inches
40% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates53.1436°N, 0.3363°W
TimezoneEurope/London
36.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). 96.3% of households have broadband internet.

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

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