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Thetford, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Thetford is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 24,833. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
24,833 Population 2,176/sq mi density
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
35.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$43,687 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$43,687 median income, 4.1% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,687
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population24,833
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density2,176/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,687
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain35.2 in/yr
Sunny Days222/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population24,833
Population Density2,176 / sq mi
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates52.4167°, 0.7500°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation35.2 inches (895 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.2 inches (6 cm)
Median Household Income$43,687
Median Age40.6 years

Is Thetford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thetford receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Thetford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thetford is $43,687, 42% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, 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

Thetford 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 222 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 35.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Thetford has a population of 24,833 with a density of 2,176 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 (1.1%), with 96.5% Asian.

Population

24,833
Total Population
2,176
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
11.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Thetford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.3%
19% above US avg
Other Languages6.7%

Social Characteristics

Thetford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thetford is $43,687, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Thetford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,687
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% 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 Alone59.7%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home21.9%

Walkability

In Thetford, 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: Thetford 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

Thetford 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 35.2 inches. The area enjoys 222 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 Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days222 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.2 inches
7% below US avg
Snowfall2.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area11.4 sq mi (29.6 km²)
Population Density2,176/sq mi
Coordinates52.4167°N, 0.7500°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 Density2,176/sq mi
Total Area11.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone59.7%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home21.9%

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