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Balfron, United Kingdom
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Balfron is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,860. Elevation: 233 ft (71 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 1,860 |
| Population Density | 22 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 233 ft (71 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.0681°, -4.3356° |
| 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 | $55,320 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Balfron
Balfron is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,860. The city sits at an elevation of 233 feet (71 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
Balfron vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Balfron vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $55,320 |
| 26% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $55,320 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,064 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 169 |
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 | $294,677 |
| 5% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,383 |
| 19% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 744 |
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 | 233 ft (71 m) |
| Area | 83.0 sq mi (214.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.0681°N, 4.3356°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 | - | - | 132 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| March | 40°F (5°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| June | 53°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 5.6 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 6.6 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 6.4 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 6.4 in |
Balfron has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 38°F in February to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 58.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.2") and April the driest (3.0").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 22/sq mi |
| Total Area | 83.0 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Balfron
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balfron High School | - | - | - | - |
| Fintry Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Ballikinrain Castle School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Balfron
19 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 | |
| Regal Radio | blues, community radio | MP3 128 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 | |
| Stirling Community Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Balfron
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auld Kirk Museum | ||||
| Clydebank Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Fairfield Heritage Centre | ||||
| Glasgow Police Museum | ||||
| Glasgow Science Centre | ||||
| Glenlee Visitor Centre | ||||
| Hamilton Toy Museum | ||||
| House for an Art Lover | ||||
| Hunterian Museum | ||||
| Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum | ||||
| National Piping Centre | ||||
| Paisley Museum and Art Galleries | ||||
| People's Palace | ||||
| Provand's Lordship | ||||
| Renfrew Museum | ||||
| Riverside Museum | ||||
| Royal Highland Fusiliers | ||||
| Scotland Street School Museum | ||||
| Scottish Football Museum | ||||
| Sma' Shot Cottages | ||||
| St Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art | ||||
| The Burrell Collection | ||||
| The Govan Stones | ||||
| The Mackintosh House | ||||
| The Museum of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow | ||||
| The Tenement House | ||||
| University of Glasgow Hunterian at Kelvin Hall | ||||
| Victoria Park Fossil Grove | ||||
| Weaver's Cottage |
Libraries in Balfron
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anniesland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Baillieston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Balfron Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Balloch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Barmulloch Community Centre and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bearsden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bishopton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridge of Weir community library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridgeton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cambuslang Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardonald Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Craighead Library Craighead Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Dalmuir Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dennistoun Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Drymen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dumbarton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Duntocher Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Elder Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Erskine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ferguslie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Foxbar Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glasgow Centre For The Deaf | 0.0 | |||||
| Glasgow University Library Research Annexe | 0.0 | |||||
| Glasgow Women's Libraryü | 0.0 | |||||
| Glasgow Zine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glenburn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gorbals Library and Real Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Govanhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hillhead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ibrox Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Johnstone Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Knightswood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Langside Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lennoxtown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lenzie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library @ The Bridge | 0.0 | |||||
| Library at GoMA | 0.0 | |||||
| Maryhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Milngavie Library & Community Education Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Milton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Milton Library and Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Mitchell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Music Broth - Scotland's Loudest Library | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library of Scotland at Kelvin Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| New Tweedie Hall and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Paisley Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Parkhead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Partick Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pollokshaws Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Possilpark Library & Learning Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Renfrew Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Riddrie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Robertson Tryst Library & Learning Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Royston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rutherglen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shettleston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Springburn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stepps Cultural Centre & Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University of Glasgow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| University of Strathclyde Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Westerton Hall and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| William Patrick Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodside Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Balfron
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barras East End Studios | |||||
| Barras East End Studios | |||||
| Blochairn Car Boot Sale | |||||
| Blochairn Car Boot Sale | |||||
| Bridgeton Cross Retail Market | |||||
| Bridgeton Cross Retail Market | |||||
| Glasgow Antiques and Collectables Market | |||||
| Glasgow Antiques and Collectables Market | |||||
| Glasgow Farmers Market | |||||
| InShopz | |||||
| Marketland | |||||
| Marketland | |||||
| McIver's Markets | |||||
| McIver's Markets | |||||
| Savoy Centre | |||||
| Savoy Centre | |||||
| The New Market | |||||
| The Square Yard |
Hotels in Balfron
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Balfron
3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Balfron
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Balfron
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Balfron
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drygate | ||||
| Epochal Barrel Fermented Ales | ||||
| Epochal Barrel Fermented Ales | ||||
| Shilling Brewing Company | ||||
| Shilling Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Balfron
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Balfron
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 Balfron
24 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Glasgow Airport | GLA | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Prestwick Airport | PIK | Large Airport |
| Benston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Atholl Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Drummond Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Buchlyvie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Bute Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Carlung Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Cumbernauld Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dollar airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| East Lochlane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kier Garden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mayfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mosside Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nethershields Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| New Grimmet Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Polmont | - | Small Airport |
| Sheardale airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Skydive Strathallan | - | Small Airport |
| South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stonehill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Strathaven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Thankerton private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Thornhill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Balfron
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Balfron Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Balfron
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Calton Athletic Recovery Group |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Balfron
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Church of Scotland, Fintry | |
| St Anthony's Catholic Church |
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What is the population of Balfron?
Balfron has a population of 1,860 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 83.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Balfron expensive to live in?
The median household income is $55,320, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $294,677 (5% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,383 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Balfron?
Balfron 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 Balfron?
Balfron has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,064. There are 169 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Balfron?
The median home value in Balfron is $294,677. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,383. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Balfron?
50.0% of adults in Balfron 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 Balfron?
90% of residents speak only English at home.