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Swarthmoor, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Swarthmoor is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,076. Elevation: 217 ft (66 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,076 Population
217 ft Elevation 66 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
61.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Population1,076
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain61.1 in/yr
Sunny Days225/yr
Elevation217 ft (66 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population1,076
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Coordinates54.1847°, -3.1171°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation61.1 inches (1,552 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age40.6 years

Is Swarthmoor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Swarthmoor receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Swarthmoor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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

Swarthmoor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 225 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 61.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Swarthmoor has a population of 1,076. 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. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.5% of residents. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,076
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Swarthmoor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Other Languages2.5%

Social Characteristics

Swarthmoor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Swarthmoor is N/A. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.8% (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.

Income: Swarthmoor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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 Swarthmoor, 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: Swarthmoor 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

Swarthmoor experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 225 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.1 inches (wetter 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 217 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days225 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.1 inches
61% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Coordinates54.1847°N, 3.1171°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 6.5 in Coldest
February 38°F (3°C) 4.6 in
March 41°F (5°C) 5.1 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.6 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.4 in Driest
June 55°F (13°C) 3.5 in
July 58°F (15°C) 3.8 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 4.9 in
September 54°F (12°C) 5.4 in
October 48°F (9°C) 6.9 in Wettest
November 42°F (6°C) 6.6 in
December 39°F (4°C) 6.9 in

Swarthmoor has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F — from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 61.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.9") and May the driest (3.4").

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)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Swarthmoor

What is the population of Swarthmoor?

Swarthmoor has a population of 1,076 residents and is located in United Kingdom.. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Swarthmoor expensive to live in?

Swarthmoor is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Swarthmoor?

Swarthmoor has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 225 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Swarthmoor?

Swarthmoor has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Swarthmoor?

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

How healthy is Swarthmoor?

The obesity rate in Swarthmoor 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 Swarthmoor?

97.5% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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