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Arbroath, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Arbroath is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 23,640. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.2 /5.0
A Great
23,640 Population 7,854/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
26.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$47,360 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$47,360 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$204,065 home value, $1,184/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population23,640
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density7,854/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,360
Per Capita$47,360
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A
Home Value$204,065
Rent$1,184
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units9,456

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)

Education

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

Community

Population23,640
Population Density7,854 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates56.5632°, -2.5874°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation26.5 inches (672 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$47,360
Median Age40.6 years

About Arbroath

Arbroath is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 23,640. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Arbroath has a population of 23,640 with a density of 7,854 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 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

23,640
Total Population
7,854
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
3.0mi²
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

Arbroath vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Arbroath is $47,360, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,360 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $911, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 2,151 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Arbroath vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$47,360
37% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$47,360
Avg Weekly Wage$911

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)2,151

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Arbroath is $204,065, 28% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,184 (2% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 9,456 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$204,065
28% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,184
2% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units9,456

Property Tax

Climate in Arbroath

Arbroath 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.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.8°C / 39°F 1.2° / 6.5° 62.3
Feb 4.4°C / 40°F 1.2° / 7.5° 47.3
Mar 5.8°C / 42°F 2.2° / 9.5° 47.0
Apr 7.8°C / 46°F 3.9° / 11.6° 43.4
May 10.1°C / 50°F 6.1° / 14.2° 49.2
Jun 13°C / 55°F 9.1° / 17° 62.7
Jul 15°C / 59°F 10.9° / 19.1° 64.6
Aug 14.8°C / 59°F 10.7° / 18.9° 69.2
Sep 12.8°C / 55°F 9° / 16.7° 54.5
Oct 9.6°C / 49°F 6.3° / 13° 80.1
Nov 6.4°C / 44°F 3.5° / 9.3° 68.1
Dec 4°C / 39°F 1.3° / 6.6° 63.4
Arbroath experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 288 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average46.3°F
14% below United Kingdom avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density7,854/sq mi
Coordinates56.5632°N, 2.5874°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.5"
30% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.72"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.57"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M2.5 on Jun 20, 2003.

Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 121 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 122 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 105 km
Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 108 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 122 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 108 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 1.8 in
March 41°F (5°C) 2.0 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.6 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
June 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
July 58°F (15°C) 2.1 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 2.5 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.5 in
October 47°F (9°C) 2.7 in Wettest
November 40°F (5°C) 2.4 in
December 36°F (2°C) 2.3 in

Arbroath has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 36°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.7") and April the driest (1.6").

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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 Density7,854/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Colleges & Universities in Arbroath

Institution Type Founded Website
Dundee and Angus College - Montrose Learning Centre College - ,

Schools in Arbroath

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Hayshead Primary School - - - -
St Thomas' RC Primary School - - - -
Inverbrothock Primary School - - - -
Arbroath Academy - - - -
Warddykes Primary School - - - -
Arbroath High School - - - -
Timmergreens Primary School - - - -
Muirfield Primary School - - - -
Ladyloan Primary School - - - -
Arbirlot Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Arbroath

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Dundee Radio Club community radio, field recordings MP3 320 kbps
Tay Bridges Radio - MP3 320 kbps
NOW Radio 80s 80's, 80s MP3
Radio North Angus - MP3 48 kbps
Mearns FM - MP3 96 kbps
Pure Beat Radio - MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Arbroath

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bell Pettigrew Museum
Brechin Town House Museum
Montrose Air Station Heritage Centre
Montrose Museum
MUSA Collections Centre
R&A World Golf Museum
Signal Tower Museum
St Andrews Castle Visitor Centre
St Andrews Cathedral Museum
St Andrews Museum
St Andrews Preservation Trust Museum
St Vigeans Sculptured Stones Museum
Wardlaw Museum

Libraries in Arbroath

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Arbroath Library0.0
Brechin Library0.0
Carnoustie Library0.0
Inglis Memorial Hall0.0
J F Allen Library0.0
Martyrs Kirk Research Library0.0
Monifieth Library0.0
Montrose Library0.0
St Andrews Library0.0
University of St Andrews Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Arbroath

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Arbroath Farmers' Market
Carnoustie Farmers' Market
Fish Market
Montrose Farmers' Market

Hotels in Arbroath

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ethie Castle
The Townhouse Hotel

Restaurants in Arbroath

16 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Andreou's
Azzurro
Copper Oven
Foodies
Friendlies
Golden Haddock
Moorish Flavors
Royal Thai
Saffron
The Bellrock
The But n Ben
The Coffee Cabin
The Old Boatyard
The Port Kitchen
The Townhouse Hotel
Webmor's

Cafes in Arbroath

16 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ashbrook Cafe
Cafe Bene
Cafe Seven
Caffe Barista
Costa Drive Thru
Hospitalfield Garden Café
Love From Beth
Morrisons Cafe
Papa John's Cafe
Pie BOB's Cafe
Roasty Toasty
Smithies
The Meadowbank Inn
Vin-Tealicious
Webmors
Whippy Dippy Doughnuts

Cinemas in Arbroath

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Chalmers Filmhouse

Theatres in Arbroath

2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Abbey Theatre
Webster Memorial Theatre

Monuments in Arbroath

2 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arbroath War Memorial
Declaration of Arbroath Monument

Castles in Arbroath

2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ethie Castle
Kelly Castle

Zoos in Arbroath

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

David's Hill Alpacas

Theme Parks in Arbroath

1 theme parks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

West Links Park

Clinics in Arbroath

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

SkinReligion Aesthetics
The Laser Room

Dentists in Arbroath

3 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ian Robertson Dental Care
No.80 Dental Practice
West Port Dental Practice

Veterinaries in Arbroath

4 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Abbey Vet Clinic
Parkside Vets
The Golf Veterinary Practice
Wallace Vets

Train Stations in Arbroath

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arbroath

Bus Stations in Arbroath

2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arbroath Bus Station
GB #408471546

Gas Stations in Arbroath

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asda
BP
Esso
Morrisons

Banks in Arbroath

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Scotland
RBS
TSB

Shopping Malls in Arbroath

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Abbeygate Shopping Centre

Gyms in Arbroath

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Flex 288

Golf Courses in Arbroath

4 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arbroath Golf Course
Arbroath West Links Pitch & Putt
Kelly Castle golf course
Old Course

Breweries in Arbroath

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Redcastle Brewery
St Andrews Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Arbroath

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Arbroath

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Garthdee Ski Centre 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Arbroath

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aberdeen International AirportABZLarge Airport
Dundee AirportDNDMedium Airport
Leuchars Station AirfieldADXMedium Airport
Aboyne Airfield-Small Airport
Archerfield Airstrip-Small Airport
Baldardo Field-Small Airport
Balgone Airstrip-Small Airport
Balgrummo Steading Airstrip-Small Airport
East Fortune Airfield-Small Airport
Fife Airport-Small Airport
Forfar Airstrip-Small Airport
Hilton of Carslogie Airstrip-Small Airport
Insch Airstrip-Small Airport
Kingsmuir Airfield-Small Airport
Kirriemuir Farm Strip-Small Airport
Laurencekirk-Small Airport
Montrose Airstrip-Small Airport
Nairns Mains Airstrip-Small Airport
Netherley Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Pilmuir Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Pittodrie-House-Small Airport
Portmoak Glider Field-Small Airport
Teuchats Farm Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Arbroath

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Haq's

Churches & Religious Organizations in Arbroath

19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Arbirlot Parish Church
Arbroath Islamic Community Centre
Arbroath Town Mission
Arbroath West Kirk
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Knox's Church
Life Church Arbroath
Mortuary Chapel
Old and Abbey Parish Church
RCCG Shepherd's House
Salvation Army Citadel
Springfield Gospel Hall
St Christopher's Church
St John's Methodist Church
St Mary the Virgin Scottish Episcopal Church
St Peter's Auchmithie
St Thomas of Canterbury RC Church
St Vigeans Parish Church
St. Andrew's Parish Church

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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Arbroath

What is the population of Arbroath?

Arbroath has a population of 23,640 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 7,854 people per square mile, spread across 3.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Arbroath expensive to live in?

The median household income is $47,360, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $204,065 (28% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,184 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Arbroath?

Arbroath has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.5 inches.

How is the job market in Arbroath?

Arbroath has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $911. There are 2,151 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Arbroath?

The median home value in Arbroath is $204,065. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,184. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Arbroath?

50.0% of adults in Arbroath 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 Arbroath?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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