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Whittlebury, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Whittlebury is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 589. Elevation: 512 ft (156 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
589 Population 116/sq mi density
512 ft Elevation 156 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
33.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$48,260 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$48,260 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 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 $48,260
36% 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 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population589
Median Age40.0 yrs
Density116/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 6%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,260
Per Capita$48,260
Unemployment4.6%
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 Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain33.3 in/yr
Sunny Days231/yr
Elevation512 ft (156 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population589
Population Density116 / sq mi
Elevation512 ft (156 m)
Coordinates52.0903°, -0.9922°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation33.3 inches (846 mm)
Annual Snowfall4.2 inches (11 cm)
Median Household Income$48,260
Median Age40.0 years

Is Whittlebury a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Whittlebury is $48,260, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, 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

Whittlebury 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

Whittlebury experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Whittlebury has a population of 589 with a density of 116 people per square mile, spread across 5.1 square miles. The median age is 40.0 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. The city is predominantly Asian (85.9%), with 6.1% White, 2.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 88.1% of residents. 3.7% 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

589
Total Population
116
People / sq mi
40.0yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
5.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Whittlebury vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.1%
12% above US avg
Other Languages11.9%

Social Characteristics

Whittlebury vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whittlebury is $48,260, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $48,260 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.6% (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. 29.1% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Whittlebury vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,260
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$48,260

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% 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 Alone51.2%
Public Transit4.2%
Work from Home29.1%

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-Occupied64.8%
Renter-Occupied35.2%

Property Tax

In Whittlebury, 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: Whittlebury 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

Whittlebury 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, Whittlebury receives a safety grade of A.

Crime Rates: Whittlebury 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
Whittlebury experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 61°F in July. The area gets 231 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 33.3 inches. The area receives 4.2 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 512 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 61°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average61°F (16°C)
Sunny Days231 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.3 inches
12% below US avg
Snowfall4.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation512 ft (156 m)
Area5.1 sq mi (13.1 km²)
Population Density116/sq mi
Coordinates52.0903°N, 0.9922°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 2.2 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
March 43°F (6°C) 2.0 in
April 46°F (8°C) 1.9 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
June 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 61°F (16°C) 1.9 in
August 62°F (16°C) 2.2 in Warmest
September 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in
November 44°F (7°C) 2.3 in
December 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in Wettest

Whittlebury has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F — from 39°F in February to 62°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 24.9 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.3") and February the driest (1.6").

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 Density116/sq mi
Total Area5.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

A Safety Grade (4.2/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone51.2%
Public Transit4.2%
Work from Home29.1%

Frequently Asked Questions About Whittlebury

What is the population of Whittlebury?

Whittlebury has a population of 589 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 116 people per square mile, spread across 5.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.0 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Whittlebury expensive to live in?

Whittlebury 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 $48,260, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average of $1,163.

Is Whittlebury safe?

Whittlebury 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, Whittlebury receives a safety grade of A based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Whittlebury?

Whittlebury has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 61°F in July. The area receives 231 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 33.3 inches, with 4.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Whittlebury?

Whittlebury has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How much does housing cost in Whittlebury?

For renters, the median monthly rent is $900.

How are the schools in Whittlebury?

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

How healthy is Whittlebury?

The obesity rate in Whittlebury 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 Whittlebury?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Whittlebury is 6.1% White, 2.1% Black or African American, 85.9% Asian. 88.1% of residents speak only English at home. 3.7% of the population are military veterans. 21.4% of residents have a disability. 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

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