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Aberlady, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Aberlady is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,180. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,180 Population 4/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
44.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,167 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$49,167 median income, 4.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$369,988 home value, $1,229/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Aberlady

Aberlady

Aberlady is a coastal village in the Scottish council area of East Lothian. The village had an estimated population of
1,260 in 2020.

People

Population1,180
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density4/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,167
Per Capita$49,167
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

C
Home Value$369,988
Rent$1,229
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units472

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Sunny Days205/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population1,180
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates56.0088°, -2.8585°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation44.3 inches (1,124 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.5 inches (19 cm)
Median Household Income$49,167
Median Age40.6 years

About Aberlady

Aberlady is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,180. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 42°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Aberlady has a population of 1,180 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 331.2 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents.

Population

1,180
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
331.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Aberlady vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Aberlady is $49,167, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,167 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $946, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 107 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Aberlady vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,167
35% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,167
Avg Weekly Wage$946

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)107

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Aberlady is $369,988, 31% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,229 (6% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 472 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$369,988
31% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,229
6% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units472

Property Tax

Aberlady experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. The area receives 7.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below United Kingdom avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days205 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area331.2 sq mi (857.9 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates56.0088°N, 2.8585°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.3"
16% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 7.5"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.40"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

9 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M2.5 on May 28, 2008.

Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 98 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 112 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 100 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 81 km
Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 150 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 138 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 99 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 116 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.2 in
February 39°F (4°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
March 42°F (5°C) 1.8 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.5 in
May 49°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 2.3 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
October 49°F (9°C) 2.4 in Wettest
November 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in
December 40°F (4°C) 2.1 in

Aberlady has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 39°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.4") and February the driest (1.5").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density4/sq mi
Total Area331.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Aberlady

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Aberlady Primary School
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Radio Stations near Aberlady

12 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Capital FM Edinburgh edinburgh, pop MP3 128 kbps
Forth1 pop music, popular AAC+ 47 kbps
East Coast FM Haddington easy listening MP3 320 kbps
BFBS Scotland AAC+ 64 kbps
Edge 1 MP3
Dundee Radio Club community radio, field recordings MP3 320 kbps
TD1 Radio MP3 192 kbps
Radio ENRG alternative, edinburgh MP3
242 RADIO MP3 128 kbps
EHFM community radio, edinburgh MP3 192 kbps
Radio GH folk MP3 128 kbps
Tay Bridges Radio MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Aberlady

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
1722 Waggonway Heritage Centre
Auld Wemyss Ways Heritage Centre
Buckhaven Museum
Coastal Communities Museum
Dalkeith Museum
Glenkinchie Distillery Visitor Centre
John Gray Centre
Methil Heritage Centre
Musselburgh Museum
Myreton Motor Museum
National Mining Museum Scotland
National Museum of Flight
Preston Mill
Prestongrange Mining Museum
Scottish Fisheries Museum
Scottish Seabird Centre
St Monans Heritage Collection
Wemyss Cave Museum & Visitor Centre

Libraries in Aberlady

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Buckhaven Library0.0
Colinsburgh Galloway Library0.0
Dalkeith Library0.0
East Linton Library0.0
Elie Library0.0
George Waterston Library0.0
Gorebridge Library0.0
John Gray Centre0.0
Kennoway Library0.0
Largo Library and Community Hub0.0
Leven Library0.0
Longniddry Library and Community Centre0.0
Mayfield Library0.0
Methil Library0.0
Musselburgh Library0.0
Newbattle Library0.0
Newtongrange Library0.0
North Berwick Library0.0
Pittenweem Library0.0
St Monans Library0.0
Tranent Library0.0
Waid Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Aberlady

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
East Fortune Sunday Market
Haddington Farmers' Market
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Hotels in Aberlady

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Leddie

Restaurants in Aberlady

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Craigielaw Golf Club
Grace of India
Old Aberlady Inn

Cafes in Aberlady

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gosford Farm Bothy Shop and Cafe

Monuments in Aberlady

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mercat Cross

Castles in Aberlady

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Luffness House

Golf Courses in Aberlady

4 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Craigielaw Golf Club
Craigielaw Golf Course
Kilspindie Golf Club
Luffness New Golf Club

Breweries in Aberlady

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Archerfield Fine Ales
Cross Borders Brewing Co.
Futtle

Stadiums & Teams in Aberlady

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Aberlady

30 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edinburgh AirportEDILarge Airport
Dundee AirportDNDMedium Airport
Leuchars Station AirfieldADXMedium Airport
Archerfield AirstripSmall Airport
Balado AirfieldSmall Airport
Baldardo FieldSmall Airport
Balgone AirstripSmall Airport
Balgrummo Steading AirstripSmall Airport
Broomhill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Castleton FarmSmall Airport
Charterhall AirfieldSmall Airport
East Fortune AirfieldSmall Airport
Eccles Newton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Fife AirportSmall Airport
FinglandSmall Airport
Forfar AirstripSmall Airport
Hilton of Carslogie AirstripSmall Airport
Kingsmuir AirfieldSmall Airport
Kirriemuir Farm StripSmall Airport
Latch Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Lempitlaw Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Midlem AirstripSmall Airport
Montrose AirstripSmall Airport
Nairns Mains AirstripSmall Airport
Nether Huntlywood AirstripSmall Airport
Perth/Scone AirportPSLSmall Airport
Pilmuir Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Portmoak Glider FieldSmall Airport
RAF KirknewtonSmall Airport
Teuchats Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Aberlady

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Gateway to Recovery Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Aberlady

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Aberlady Parish Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Aberlady

What is the population of Aberlady?

Aberlady has a population of 1,180 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 331.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Aberlady expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,167, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $369,988 (31% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,229 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Aberlady?

Aberlady has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 44.3 inches, with 7.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Aberlady?

Aberlady has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $946. There are 107 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Aberlady?

The median home value in Aberlady is $369,988. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,229. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Aberlady?

50.0% of adults in Aberlady hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Aberlady?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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