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London, Kentucky

Introduction to London, Kentucky

London, Kentucky, in Laurel county, is 63 miles S of Lexington, Kentucky. There are 5,692 residents in the city.

London History

The city of London is a county seat in Laurel County and is located in the eastern coal field. The community was named after London, England. The Laurel County was established in the year 1826. The city was marked by its strong history of Battle of London and Battle of Camp Wildcat. The battles were followed by the foundation of education, infrastructure and business. By the end of the 19th century, the city of London became a prospective destination for education and business.

London and nearby Attractions

  • Mountain Life Museum
  • Dr. Thomas Walker State Historic Site
  • Levi Jackson Wilderness Road State Park
  • Cumberland Falls State Resort Park
  • Mammoth Cave

Things To Do In London

Tourists can take a look at the state parks, which include the Cumberland Falls State Resort Park and Levi Jackson Wilderness Road State Park. These parks offer facilities for camping, fishing, and boating. Tourists can also visit the Mountain Life Museum that displays the antiquities of the city’s history. The Mammoth Cave is another tourist attraction well - known for its adventurous aspect.

London Transportation

Air transportation is available from Cincinnati/ Northern Kentucky International Airport.

London Higher Education

Higher education can be availed from University of the Cumberlands, Somerset Community College, Midway College, and Lincoln Memorial University.

High Points

London strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Kentucky):

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)
Top 3%trophyLondon Short Commute Times
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%London Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 8%London Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of London, KY

Comparing London to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Kentucky (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Senior Citizens98
Female Share of the Population96
Age of the Population97
Well-Paid Single Women46
Children Under 5 Years Old34
Well-Paid Single Men36
Male Share of the Population25
Racial Diversity24

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married34
Average Household Size12

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults47
People in Middle Class or Better25
People Above Poverty24
Median Family Income24

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Working at Home67
Public Transportation Use57
Walking and Biking to Work48

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone109
Affordability of Rents106
Affordability of Property Taxes107
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals99
Housing Recently Built88
Seasonal and Vacation Housing33

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime42
Low Property Crime21
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