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Sonning Common, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Sonning Common is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 4,821. Elevation: 285 ft (87 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.3 /5.0
A Great
4,821 Population 3,419/sq mi density
285 ft Elevation 87 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
34.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$61,627 Median Income
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$61,627 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$1 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,627
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $1
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population4,821
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density3,419/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,627
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$1
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation285 ft (87 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population4,821
Population Density3,419 / sq mi
Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Coordinates51.5187°, -0.9775°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation34.7 inches (882 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.7 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$61,627
Median Age40.6 years

Is Sonning Common a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sonning Common receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Sonning Common stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sonning Common is $61,627, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, 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 Sonning Common is $1, 100% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

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

Sonning Common experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Sonning Common has a population of 4,821 with a density of 3,419 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (2.3%), with 1.7% Black, 93.1% Asian.

Population

4,821
Total Population
3,419
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sonning Common vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.0%
20% above US avg
Other Languages6%

Social Characteristics

Sonning Common vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sonning Common is $61,627, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Sonning Common vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,627
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone41.3%
Public Transit2.8%
Work from Home42.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Sonning Common is $1, 100% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$1
100% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Sonning Common, 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: Sonning Common 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

Sonning Common has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.7 inches. The area enjoys 232 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.7 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density3,419/sq mi
Coordinates51.5187°N, 0.9775°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

Population Density3,419/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone41.3%
Public Transit2.8%
Work from Home42.8%

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