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West Walton, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

West Walton is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,731. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,731 Population 284/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
34.0 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

Population1,731
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density284/mi²
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 Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Sunny Days219/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population1,731
Population Density284 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates52.6978°, 0.1741°
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 Age40.6 years

Is West Walton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Walton 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 Walton 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 Walton 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.

West Walton has a population of 1,731 with a density of 284 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 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. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,731
Total Population
284
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

West Walton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

West Walton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Walton 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 Walton 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 Walton, 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 Walton 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 Walton 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 16 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

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.8 km²)
Population Density284/sq mi
Coordinates52.6978°N, 0.1741°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 1.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.7 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.8 in
June 57°F (14°C) 2.1 in
July 63°F (17°C) 1.8 in Warmest
August 62°F (17°C) 2.2 in
September 57°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) 2.1 in

West Walton has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F — from 39°F in February to 63°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 23.3 inches, with November being the wettest month (2.2") and February the driest (1.5").

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 Density284/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About West Walton

What is the population of West Walton?

West Walton has a population of 1,731 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 284 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is West Walton expensive to live in?

West Walton 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 Walton?

West Walton 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 West Walton?

West Walton 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 Walton?

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

How healthy is West Walton?

The obesity rate in West Walton 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.

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