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Uckfield, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Uckfield is a small city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 18,452. Elevation: 62 ft (19 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
18,452 Population 6,363/sq mi density
62 ft Elevation 19 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
40.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$55,358 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$55,358 median income, 3.8% 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 $55,358
26% 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 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population18,452
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density6,363/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,358
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment3.8%
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)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days227/yr
Elevation62 ft (19 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population18,452
Population Density6,363 / sq mi
Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Coordinates50.9695°, 0.0959°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation40.5 inches (1,030 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.3 inches (11 cm)
Median Household Income$55,358
Median Age40.6 years

Is Uckfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Uckfield 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 below-average incomes. Uckfield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Uckfield is $55,358, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, 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 Uckfield 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

Uckfield 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 227 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Uckfield has a population of 18,452 with a density of 6,363 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 (1.2%), with 1.2% Black, 96% Asian.

Population

18,452
Total Population
6,363
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

Uckfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Other Languages2.6%

Social Characteristics

Uckfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Uckfield is $55,358, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Uckfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,358
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% 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 Alone51.8%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home34.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Uckfield 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 Uckfield, 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: Uckfield 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

Uckfield 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 40.5 inches. The area enjoys 227 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 Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days227 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation62 ft (19 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density6,363/sq mi
Coordinates50.9695°N, 0.0959°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 Density6,363/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.8%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home34.9%

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