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Swanscombe, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Swanscombe is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 15,732. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
15,732 Population
98 ft Elevation 30 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
31.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$55,996 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$55,996 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$12 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,996
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $12
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population15,732
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 14%
Veterans2.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,996
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$12
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain31.0 in/yr
Sunny Days238/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population15,732
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates51.4471°, 0.3103°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation31.0 inches (788 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.4 inches (9 cm)
Median Household Income$55,996
Median Age40.6 years

Is Swanscombe a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Swanscombe is $55,996, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, 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 Swanscombe is $12, 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

Swanscombe experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. The area gets 238 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Swanscombe has a population of 15,732. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (14.4%), with 2.3% Black, 74.5% Asian.

Population

15,732
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Swanscombe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.0%
13% above US avg
Other Languages11%

Social Characteristics

Swanscombe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Swanscombe is $55,996, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Swanscombe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,996
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% 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 Alone45.0%
Public Transit11.9%
Work from Home31.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Swanscombe is $12, 100% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$12
100% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

In Swanscombe, 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: Swanscombe 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

Swanscombe has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.0 inches. The area enjoys 238 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days238 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.0 inches
18% below US avg
Snowfall3.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates51.4471°N, 0.3103°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

Drive Alone45.0%
Public Transit11.9%
Work from Home31.0%

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