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Washwood Heath, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Washwood Heath is a mid-size city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 32,921. Elevation: 302 ft (92 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
32,921 Population
302 ft Elevation 92 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
41.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$45,706 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$45,706 median income, 10.6% 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 $45,706
39% 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 10.6%
194% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population32,921
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 15%
Veterans2.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,706
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment10.6%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$1
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days216/yr
Elevation302 ft (92 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population32,921
Elevation302 ft (92 m)
Coordinates52.5005°, -1.8266°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation41.8 inches (1,061 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.1 inches (18 cm)
Median Household Income$45,706
Median Age40.6 years

Is Washwood Heath a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Washwood Heath receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Washwood Heath offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Washwood Heath is $45,706, 39% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.6%, unemployment is notably high. 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 Washwood Heath 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

Washwood Heath experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 216 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 7.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Washwood Heath has a population of 32,921. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (15%), with 3.7% Black, 48.6% Asian.

Population

32,921
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Washwood Heath vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.1%
1% above US avg
Other Languages20.9%

Social Characteristics

Washwood Heath vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Washwood Heath is $45,706, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Washwood Heath vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,706
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.6%
194% 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 Alone45.9%
Public Transit12.1%
Work from Home25.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Washwood Heath 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 Washwood Heath, 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: Washwood Heath 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

Washwood Heath has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. The area enjoys 216 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days216 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall7.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation302 ft (92 m)
Coordinates52.5005°N, 1.8266°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 Alone45.9%
Public Transit12.1%
Work from Home25.8%

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