Abernethy, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Abernethy is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,470. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Abernethy
Abernethy is a village and former burgh in the Perth and Kinross council area and historic county of Perthshire, in the east central Lowlands of Scotland. The village is situated in rural Strathearn, 8 miles (13Â km) south-east of the city of Perth, near the River Earn's confluence with the River Tay and on the northern edge of the Ochil Hills.
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| Population | 1,470 |
| Population Density | 8 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.3325°, -3.3123° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 31.4 inches (798 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $50,716 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Abernethy
Abernethy is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,470. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet (36 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Abernethy vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Abernethy vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,716 |
| 33% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $50,716 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $975 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 134 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $285,648 |
| 1% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,268 |
| 9% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 588 |
Property Tax
Climate in Abernethy
Abernethy has an average annual temperature of 9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (15°C), the coldest is Jan (3.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 712 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.4°F |
| 14% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 279 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 118 ft (36 m) |
| Area | 176.3 sq mi (456.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.3325°N, 3.3123°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 2.2 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 58°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 2.4 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.2 in | |
| November | 41°F (5°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 38°F (4°C) | 3.1 in |
Abernethy has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 37°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.4") and April the driest (1.9").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 8/sq mi |
| Total Area | 176.3 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Abernethy
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Madoes Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Abernethy Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Abernethy
11 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capital FM Edinburgh | edinburgh, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CareSound Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Forth1 | pop music, popular | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| BFBS Scotland | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Edge 1 | - | MP3 | |
| Dundee Radio Club | community radio, field recordings | MP3 320 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 Abernethy
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Smith Heritage Centre | ||||
| Auld Wemyss Ways Heritage Centre | ||||
| Black Watch Museum | ||||
| Coastal Centre Exhibition | ||||
| Kirkcaldy Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Laing Museum | ||||
| Museum of Abernethy | ||||
| Newburgh Heritage Centre | ||||
| Perth Museum | ||||
| Scottish Vintage Bus Museum | ||||
| Stanley Mills | ||||
| Wemyss Cave Museum & Visitor Centre | ||||
| William Soutar's House |
Libraries in Abernethy
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AK Bell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Auchtermuchty Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Benarty Libary | 0.0 | |||||
| Cadham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardenden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Coupar Angus Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cowdenbeath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Falkland Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gillingham Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Jennie Lee Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kelty Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kinross Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kirkcaldy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ladybank Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leslie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newburgh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rothes Halls Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Scone Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Templehall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Windmill Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Abernethy
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Errol Sunday Market | |||||
| Kirkcaldy Farmers Market |
Hotels in Abernethy
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Abernethy
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Abernethy
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abernyte Brewery | ||||
| Innis & Gunn |
Stadiums & Teams in Abernethy
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Abernethy
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenshee Ski Center | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Abernethy
35 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Airport | EDI | Large Airport |
| Dundee Airport | DND | Medium Airport |
| Leuchars Station Airfield | ADX | Medium Airport |
| Aboyne Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Archerfield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Balado Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Baldardo Field | - | Small Airport |
| Balgone Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Balgrummo Steading Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Atholl Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Drummond Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broomhill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Castleton Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Cumbernauld Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dollar airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| East Fortune Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| East Lochlane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fife Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Forfar Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hilton of Carslogie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kingsmuir Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kirriemuir Farm Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Latch Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mosside Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nairns Mains Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nether Huntlywood Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Perth/Scone Airport | PSL | Small Airport |
| Pilmuir Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Polmont | - | Small Airport |
| Portmoak Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Kirknewton | - | Small Airport |
| Sheardale airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Skydive Strathallan | - | Small Airport |
| Teuchats Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Thankerton private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Abernethy
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Glencarse stop Post Office | |
| Newburgh Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Abernethy
5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Saints Episcopal Church, Glencarse | |
| Former St Madoes Parish Church | |
| Kirk of St. Bride | |
| The Madoch Centre | |
| United Reformed Church |
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What is the population of Abernethy?
Abernethy has a population of 1,470 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 176.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Abernethy expensive to live in?
The median household income is $50,716, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $285,648 (1% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,268 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Abernethy?
Abernethy has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.4 inches.
How is the job market in Abernethy?
Abernethy has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $975. There are 134 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Abernethy?
The median home value in Abernethy is $285,648. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,268. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Abernethy?
50.0% of adults in Abernethy 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 Abernethy?
90% of residents speak only English at home.
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