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West Coker, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

West Coker is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,161. Elevation: 243 ft (74 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,161 Population
243 ft Elevation 74 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
43.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
32% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population1,161
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Sunny Days223/yr
Elevation243 ft (74 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population1,161
Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Coordinates50.9191°, -2.6871°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation43.6 inches (1,108 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.1 inches (10 cm)
Median Age40.6 years

Is West Coker a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Coker receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. West Coker offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.8%, 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

West Coker 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 223 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

West Coker has a population of 1,161. 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. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95.4% of residents. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,161
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

West Coker vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Other Languages4.6%

Social Characteristics

West Coker vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Coker is N/A. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.8% (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.

Income: West Coker vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In West Coker, 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: West Coker 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

West Coker experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 223 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches. The area receives 4.1 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 243 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days223 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.6 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall4.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Coordinates50.9191°N, 2.6871°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 2.6 in
March 44°F (7°C) 2.5 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 53°F (12°C) 2.2 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.2 in
August 61°F (16°C) 2.5 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
October 52°F (11°C) 3.1 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.2 in
December 43°F (6°C) 3.6 in Wettest

West Coker has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 40°F in January to 61°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 32.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.6") and April the driest (2.2").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About West Coker

What is the population of West Coker?

West Coker has a population of 1,161 residents and is located in United Kingdom.. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is West Coker expensive to live in?

West Coker is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in West Coker?

West Coker has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 223 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 43.6 inches, with 4.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in West Coker?

West Coker has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in West Coker?

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

How healthy is West Coker?

The obesity rate in West Coker 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 West Coker?

95.4% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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