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Sunbury-on-Thames, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Sunbury-on-Thames is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 27,784. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
27,784 Population 9,483/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
33.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$56,217 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$56,217 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$10 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,217
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $10
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population27,784
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density9,483/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 6%
Veterans3.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,217
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$10
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain33.6 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population27,784
Population Density9,483 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates51.4042°, -0.4182°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation33.6 inches (853 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.7 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$56,217
Median Age40.6 years

Is Sunbury-on-Thames a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sunbury-on-Thames receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Sunbury-on-Thames stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sunbury-on-Thames is $56,217, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% 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

The median home value in Sunbury-on-Thames is $10, 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

Sunbury-on-Thames experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Sunbury-on-Thames has a population of 27,784 with a density of 9,483 people per square mile, spread across 2.9 square miles. 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 (78.7%), with 5.9% White, 2.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.8% of residents. 3.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

27,784
Total Population
9,483
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sunbury-on-Thames vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.8%
12% above US avg
Other Languages12.2%

Social Characteristics

Sunbury-on-Thames vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sunbury-on-Thames is $56,217, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.5% (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. 35.9% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Sunbury-on-Thames vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,217
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% 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 Alone45.7%
Public Transit7.3%
Work from Home35.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Sunbury-on-Thames is $10, 100% below the national median of $281,900. The home price-to-income ratio is 0x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$10
100% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Sunbury-on-Thames, 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: Sunbury-on-Thames 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

Sunbury-on-Thames experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 33.6 inches. The area receives 2.7 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 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.6 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density9,483/sq mi
Coordinates51.4042°N, 0.4182°W
TimezoneEurope/London
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

Population Density9,483/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone45.7%
Public Transit7.3%
Work from Home35.9%

Nearby Cities

Walton-on-Thames, ENG 22,834 pop · 1.2 mi Shepperton, ENG 10,106 pop · 1.5 mi West Molesey, ENG 18,565 pop · 1.7 mi Hampton, ENG 18,000 pop · 2.3 mi Hanworth, ENG 23,563 pop · 2.5 mi Ashford, ENG 27,382 pop · 2.5 mi Weybridge, ENG 19,463 pop · 2.9 mi Feltham, ENG 24,325 pop · 2.9 mi East Molesey, ENG 18,565 pop · 3.0 mi Esher, ENG 52,392 pop · 3.3 mi Thames Ditton, ENG 6,307 pop · 3.5 mi Addlestone, ENG 14,978 pop · 4.0 mi Teddington, ENG 9,615 pop · 4.0 mi Hinchley Wood, ENG 3,674 pop · 4.0 mi
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