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Armadale, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Armadale is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 11,770. Elevation: 614 ft (187 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
11,770 Population 65/sq mi density
614 ft Elevation 187 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 10°C
47.0 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,944 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,171 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Armadale

Armadale

Armadale is a town within the county of West Lothian in the Central Belt of Scotland. It lies to the west of Bathgate and to the east of Blackridge. Armadale, formerly known as Barbauchlaw, is an ex-mining town which was also known for its brick manufacturing. It is named after Armadale in Sutherland, this estate being owned by Sir William Honeyman who later acquired the land of Barbauchlaw. Primarily a residential community, the town has a number of different public places, a central Mains Street and a series of parks, green spaces and nature reserves, many of which lie atop former mines and industrial areas.

People

Population11,770
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density65/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,944
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,171
Rent$1,249
Ownership63.0%
Housing Units4,708

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Sunny Days204/yr
Elevation614 ft (187 m)

Education

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

Community

Population11,770
Population Density65 / sq mi
Elevation614 ft (187 m)
Coordinates55.8833°, -3.7000°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature49°F (10°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation47.0 inches (1,193 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.2 inches (16 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Armadale

Armadale is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 11,770. The city sits at an elevation of 614 feet (187 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Armadale has a population of 11,770 with a density of 65 people per square mile, spread across 182.1 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. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average).

Population

11,770
Total Population
65
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
182.1mi²
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

Armadale vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Armadale is $49,944, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 1,071 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Armadale vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$49,944
34% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,944
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)1,071

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Armadale is $54,171, 81% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 4,708 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,171
81% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,249
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.0%
Owner-Occupied63.0%
Renter-Occupied37.0%
Housing Units4,708

Property Tax

Climate in Armadale

Armadale has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 726 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 75.1
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 46.1
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 65.3
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 44.2
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 48.7
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 55.9
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 63.8
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 54.8
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 74.2
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 73.5
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 53.9
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 70.1
Armadale experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 204 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 6.2 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 614 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days204 days/yr

Geography

Elevation614 ft (187 m)
Area182.1 sq mi (471.6 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates55.8833°N, 3.7000°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.0"
24% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 6.2"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.02"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M2.6 on Nov 1, 2017.

May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 147 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 55 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 87 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 57 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 147 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 113 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 41 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 108 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 136 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 55 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 94 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 141 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 6.0 in Wettest
February 38°F (3°C) 4.1 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 4.5 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.8 in
October 48°F (9°C) 5.6 in
November 42°F (5°C) 5.5 in
December 39°F (4°C) 5.7 in

Armadale has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 38°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.0") and April the driest (2.6").

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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 Density65/sq mi
Total Area182.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Armadale

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Armadale Primary School
Eastertoun Primary School
St Anthony's Primary School
Armadale Academy
Southdale Primary School
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Radio Stations near Armadale

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Regal Radio blues, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio ENRG alternative, edinburgh MP3
100.8 Home Radio MP3
Stirling Community Radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Armadale

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alloa Tower
Almond Valley Heritage Centre
Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum
Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders Regimental HQ & Museum
Bannockburn Heritage Centre
Bennie Museum
Blackridge Museum
Bo'ness Motor Museum
Broxburn Community Museum
Callendar House
Culross Palace
Falkirk Museums Workshop and Store
John Cowanes Hospital
Kinneil Museum
Lanark Museum
Linlithgow Museum
Museum of Scottish Railways
Polmaise Colliery Museum
Robert Owen's House
Scottish Vintage Bus Museum
Shotts Heritage Centre
Smith Art Gallery & Museum
Stirling Old Town Jail
The Bastion & Thieves Pot
The Dunmore Pineapple
The Wee Museum of Memory
Whitburn Community Museum

Libraries in Armadale

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Almondbank Library0.0
Bannockburn Library0.0
Bathgate Library0.0
Blackridge Library0.0
Bo'ness Library0.0
Bonnybridge Library0.0
Carluke Library0.0
Carmondean Library0.0
Chapelhall Library0.0
Cleland Library0.0
Cowie Library0.0
Denny Library0.0
Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries0.0
Falkirk Library0.0
Fauldhouse Library0.0
Grangemouth Library0.0
Kincardine Library0.0
Lanark Library0.0
Lanthorn Library0.0
Larbert Library0.0
Lesmahagow Library0.0
Linlithgow Library0.0
Meadowbank Library0.0
Oakley Community Library0.0
Plean Library0.0
Shotts Library0.0
Slamannan Library0.0
Speirs Centre0.0
Stirling Library0.0
The Lex Davidson Library0.0
Valleyfield Library0.0
West Lothian Local History Library0.0
Whitburn Library0.0

Restaurants in Armadale

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Rowan Tree

Train Stations in Armadale

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Armadale

Gas Stations in Armadale

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #2637433289
JET

Golf Courses in Armadale

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bridgecastle Golf Club

Breweries in Armadale

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Alechemy
Williams Bros. Brewing Co.

Stadiums & Teams in Armadale

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Armadale

2 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

Airports Near Armadale

32 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edinburgh AirportEDILarge Airport
Glasgow AirportGLALarge Airport
Dundee AirportDNDMedium Airport
Balado AirfieldSmall Airport
Balgrummo Steading AirstripSmall Airport
Benston Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Blair Drummond Private AirstripSmall Airport
Broomhill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Buchlyvie AirstripSmall Airport
Castleton FarmSmall Airport
Cumbernauld AirportSmall Airport
Dollar airstripSmall Airport
East Lochlane Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Fife AirportSmall Airport
FinglandSmall Airport
Hilton of Carslogie AirstripSmall Airport
Kier Garden AirstripSmall Airport
Latch Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Mosside Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Nethershields Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Perth/Scone AirportPSLSmall Airport
Pilmuir Farm AirstripSmall Airport
PolmontSmall Airport
Portmoak Glider FieldSmall Airport
RAF KirknewtonSmall Airport
Sheardale airstripSmall Airport
Skydive StrathallanSmall Airport
Stonehill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Strathaven AirfieldSmall Airport
Teuchats Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Thankerton private airstripSmall Airport
Thornhill AirfieldSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Armadale

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of the Sacred Heart & St Anthony

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 Armadale

What is the population of Armadale?

Armadale has a population of 11,770 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 65 people per square mile, spread across 182.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Armadale expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $54,171 (81% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Armadale?

Armadale has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.0 inches, with 6.2 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Armadale?

Armadale has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 1,071 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Armadale?

The median home value in Armadale is $54,171. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.

How are the schools in Armadale?

50.0% of adults in Armadale 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 Armadale?

90% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability.

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