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Welney, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Welney is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 542. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
542 Population 68/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
34.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$46,780 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$46,780 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$900/mo rent
A
Safety
4.2 / 5.0
1 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,780
38% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population542
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density68/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 1%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,780
Per Capita$46,780
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A

Crime

A
Violent1/100K
PropertyN/A
Murder1.1/100K

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.8%
Depression13.5%
Heart Disease11.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population542
Population Density68 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates52.5229°, 0.2483°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation34.0 inches (864 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.0 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$46,780
Median Age47.5 years

Is Welney a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Welney receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low crime rates, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Welney stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Welney is $46,780, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, 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

Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Safety & Crime

Welney is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380.

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

Welney experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Welney has a population of 542 with a density of 68 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Asian (95.6%), with 1.4% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 93.7% of residents. 5.6% of the population are veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

542
Total Population
68
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
8.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Welney vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Welney vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Welney is $46,780, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,780 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.4% (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. 20.5% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Welney vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,780
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$46,780

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% 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 Alone60.0%
Public Transit2.1%
Work from Home20.5%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below the national average of $1,163).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.0%
Renter-Occupied33.0%

Property Tax

In Welney, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 11.0% of residents, above the national average. 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). 2.9% experience frequent mental distress.

Health Metrics: Welney vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
Heart Disease11.0%
High Blood Pressure26.4%
COPD1.9%
Kidney Disease2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.8%
30% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity79.9%
Depression13.5%
Mental Distress2.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%
Premature Death110/100K

Food & Exercise

Welney has a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. The murder rate is 1.1 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Overall, Welney receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Welney vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent1.1/100K
100% below US avg
Murder1.1/100K
82% below US avg

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeA
Safety Score4.2 / 5.0
Welney experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 63°F in July. The area gets 219 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. The area receives 3.0 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 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 63°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average63°F (17°C)
Sunny Days219 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area8.0 sq mi (20.7 km²)
Population Density68/sq mi
Coordinates52.5229°N, 0.2483°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.0 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.4 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.8 in
April 47°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 53°F (12°C) 1.8 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.1 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.7 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.1 in
September 58°F (14°C) 2.0 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.1 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.2 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 2.0 in

Welney has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F — from 39°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.7 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.2") and February the driest (1.4").

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

Population Density68/sq mi
Total Area8.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

A Safety Grade (4.2/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit2.1%
Work from Home20.5%

Frequently Asked Questions About Welney

What is the population of Welney?

Welney has a population of 542 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 68 people per square mile, spread across 8.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Welney expensive to live in?

Welney is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.9 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $46,780, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Welney safe?

Welney is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 1 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Overall, Welney receives a safety grade of A based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Welney?

Welney has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 63°F in July. The area receives 219 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 34.0 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Welney?

Welney has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Welney?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $900.

How are the schools in Welney?

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

How healthy is Welney?

The obesity rate in Welney 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 Welney?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Welney is 1.4% White, 0.9% Black or African American, 95.6% Asian. 93.7% of residents speak only English at home. 5.6% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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