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Swanscombe
City in Thurrock, United Kingdom
Overview
Swanscombe is a charming riverside town in Thurrock, United Kingdom, characterized by its blend of historic roots and modern development. With easy rail access to London and a tranquil local atmosphere, it's both a commuter hotspot and a gateway to Kent's natural beauty.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
United Kingdom
Unitary Authority
Thurrock
Population
15,732
Time Zone
Europe/London
Coordinates
51.45°, 0.31°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
78
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,575
Local Cost
$1,570
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
85
English
100
Temperature
10.4°C
Summer Avg
16.8°C
Winter Avg
4.4°C
Record High
34.0°C
Record Low
-8.2°C
Humidity
85%
Precipitation
709 mm
Internet Speed
252 Mbps
Upload
157 Mbps
Latency
8 ms
City Vibrancy
33
Coworking
0
Cafes
6
Nightlife
8
Parks
19
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
882.0
Airport
RCS
Distance
17 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 172 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 70/100.
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