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Wye, United Kingdom

England · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Wye is a small town in England, United Kingdom with a population of 1,915. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,915 Population 206/sq mi density
141 ft Elevation 43 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
26.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$47,549 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$47,549 median income, 4.6% 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 $47,549
37% 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 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population1,915
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density206/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 7%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,549
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty0.5%

Housing

A+
Home Value$1
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

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

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain26.9 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation141 ft (43 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population1,915
Population Density206 / sq mi
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Coordinates51.1825°, 0.9368°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation26.9 inches (684 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$47,549
Median Age40.6 years

Is Wye a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wye receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Wye stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wye is $47,549, 37% 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

The median home value in Wye 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

Wye experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 26.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Wye has a population of 1,915 with a density of 206 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (6.5%), with 1.6% Black, 88.1% Asian.

Population

1,915
Total Population
206
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
9.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Wye vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.8%
18% above US avg
Other Languages7.2%

Social Characteristics

Wye vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wye is $47,549, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Wye vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,549
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

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 Alone50.9%
Public Transit4.5%
Work from Home30.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Wye is $1, 100% below the national average.

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 Wye, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% are current smokers. 13.5% report depression. 79.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Wye 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

Wye has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.9 inches. The area enjoys 287 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.9 inches
29% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Area9.3 sq mi (24.1 km²)
Population Density206/sq mi
Coordinates51.1825°N, 0.9368°W
TimezoneEurope/London
36.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). 96.3% of households have broadband internet.

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 Density206/sq mi
Total Area9.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone50.9%
Public Transit4.5%
Work from Home30.1%

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