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Watlington, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Watlington is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 2,187. Elevation: 358 ft (109 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.3 /5.0
A Great
2,187 Population 389/sq mi density
358 ft Elevation 109 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
34.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$61,627 Median Income
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$61,627 median income, 3.4% 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 $61,627
18% 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 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population2,187
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density389/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 2%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,627
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment3.4%
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)
Rain34.7 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation358 ft (109 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population2,187
Population Density389 / sq mi
Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Coordinates51.6433°, -1.0045°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation34.7 inches (882 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.7 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$61,627
Median Age40.6 years

Is Watlington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Watlington receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Watlington stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Watlington is $61,627, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, 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 Watlington 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

Watlington 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 232 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Watlington has a population of 2,187 with a density of 389 people per square mile, spread across 5.6 square miles. 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. The city is predominantly Asian (93.1%), with 2.3% White, 1.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94% of residents. 4.3% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,187
Total Population
389
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Watlington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.0%
20% above US avg
Other Languages6%

Social Characteristics

Watlington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Watlington is $61,627, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below 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. 42.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Watlington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,627
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone41.3%
Public Transit2.8%
Work from Home42.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Watlington is $1, 100% below the national median of $281,900. The home price-to-income ratio is 0x, well within the affordable range.

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 Watlington, 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: Watlington 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

Watlington experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 34.7 inches. The area receives 2.7 inches of snow annually. 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 358 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.7 inches
9% below US avg
Snowfall2.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation358 ft (109 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.6 km²)
Population Density389/sq mi
Coordinates51.6433°N, 1.0045°W
TimezoneEurope/London
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

Population Density389/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone41.3%
Public Transit2.8%
Work from Home42.8%

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