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Alexandria, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Alexandria is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 6,940. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Alexandria
Alexandria railway station serves the town of Alexandria, Scotland. The station is managed by ScotRail and is served by their trains on the North Clyde Line. It is sited 19Â miles 20Â chains (31Â km) northwest of Glasgow Queen Street, measured via Singer and Maryhill, and is situated between Renton and Balloch.
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| Population | 6,940 |
| Population Density | 72 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.9938°, -4.5864° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 66.5 inches (1,688 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 10.6 inches (27 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $50,814 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Alexandria
Alexandria is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 6,940. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Alexandria vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Alexandria vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,814 |
| 32% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $50,814 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $977 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 632 |
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 | $157,561 |
| 44% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,270 |
| 9% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 2,776 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 194 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 75 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 96.5 sq mi (250.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 72/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.9938°N, 4.5864°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 720 | HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) | Questionable Earthquake | - | - | 119 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 6.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 4.7 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.8 in | Driest |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 5.2 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 6.0 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 5.8 in |
Alexandria has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 39°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and April the driest (2.8").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 72/sq mi |
| Total Area | 96.5 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Alexandria
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levenvale Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Christie Park Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Alexandria
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linn Classical | classical | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Clyde Built Radio | arts, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Linn Jazz | jazz | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Celtic Music Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Orryy Live | 24/7, bouncy | MP3 | |
| Capital FM Glasgow | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Buena Vida | community radio, multi genre | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Impact-Digital-Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Go Radio Glasgow | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Quality Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Johnstone Sound | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Jambo! Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HBSA Hospital Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Heart FM Glasgow | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Sunny G Community Radio | community | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Radio Buena Vida | community radio, music | MP3 192 kbps | |
| 100.8 Home Radio | - | MP3 |
Museums in Alexandria
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balloch Steam Slipway | ||||
| Clydebank Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Geilston Garden | ||||
| Glasgow Museums Resource Centre | ||||
| Greenock Fire Museum & Heritage Centre | ||||
| Hill House | ||||
| McLean Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Paisley Museum and Art Galleries | ||||
| Renfrew Museum | ||||
| Scottish Submarine Centre | ||||
| Sma' Shot Cottages | ||||
| Victoria Park Fossil Grove | ||||
| Weaver's Cottage |
Libraries in Alexandria
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balloch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Barrhead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beith Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bishopton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridge of Weir community library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardonald Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardross Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dalmuir Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Drymen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dumbarton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Duntocher Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Erskine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ferguslie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Foxbar Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glenburn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Johnstone Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilbirnie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Knightswood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lochwinnoch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Neilston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| New Tweedie Hall and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Paisley Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Renfrew Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Robertson Tryst Library & Learning Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Watt Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Westerton Hall and Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Alexandria
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Alexandria
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Alexandria
1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Alexandria
1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Alexandria
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Alexandria
3 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newmilns Snow & Sports Complex | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Snow Factor | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
| Glencoe Mountain Resort | 0.0 | - | - | $0 | - | - | - |
Airports Near Alexandria
18 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Glasgow Airport | GLA | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Prestwick Airport | PIK | Large Airport |
| Benston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Drummond Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Buchlyvie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bute Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Carlung Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Cumbernauld Airport | - | Small Airport |
| East Lochlane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kier Garden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kilkerran UL | - | Small Airport |
| Mayfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nethershields Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| New Grimmet Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stonehill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Strathaven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Thornhill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Alexandria
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Alexandria Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Alexandria
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Our Lady & St Mark's RC Church | |
| Our Lady & St. Mark's |
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What is the population of Alexandria?
Alexandria has a population of 6,940 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 72 people per square mile, spread across 96.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Alexandria expensive to live in?
The median household income is $50,814, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $157,561 (44% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,270 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Alexandria?
Alexandria has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 194 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.5 inches, with 10.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Alexandria?
Alexandria has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $977. There are 632 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Alexandria?
The median home value in Alexandria is $157,561. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,270. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Alexandria?
50.0% of adults in Alexandria 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 Alexandria?
90% of residents speak only English at home.