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Banchory, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Banchory is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 7,520. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

4.2 /5.0
A Great
7,520 Population 2/sq mi density
197 ft Elevation 60 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
30.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$55,443 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$55,443 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$257,317 home value, $1,386/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Banchory

Banchory

Banchory is a burgh or town in Aberdeenshire, historically in Kincardineshire, Scotland. It is about 18 miles (29 km) west of Aberdeen, near where the Feugh River meets the River Dee.

People

Population7,520
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,443
Per Capita$55,443
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A
Home Value$257,317
Rent$1,386
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units3,008

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain30.9 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation197 ft (60 m)

Education

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

Community

Population7,520
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Coordinates57.0517°, -2.4882°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation30.9 inches (786 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$55,443
Median Age40.6 years

About Banchory

Banchory is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 7,520. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet (60 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Banchory has a population of 7,520 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 3,274.5 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

7,520
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
3,274.5mi²
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

Banchory vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Banchory is $55,443, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,443 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,066, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 684 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Banchory vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$55,443
26% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$55,443
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)684

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Banchory is $257,317, 9% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,386 (19% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,008 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$257,317
9% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,386
19% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units3,008

Property Tax

Climate in Banchory

Banchory has an average annual temperature of 8.7°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (14.6°C), the coldest is Jan (3.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 836 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.9°C / 39°F 1.5° / 6.3° 67.9
Feb 4.2°C / 40°F 1.4° / 7° 59.6
Mar 5.6°C / 42°F 2.3° / 8.9° 55.7
Apr 7.4°C / 45°F 3.9° / 11° 57.9
May 9.8°C / 50°F 6° / 13.7° 53.5
Jun 12.6°C / 55°F 9° / 16.1° 69.4
Jul 14.6°C / 58°F 10.9° / 18.3° 70.7
Aug 14.4°C / 58°F 10.7° / 18.1° 67.8
Sep 12.5°C / 55°F 9.1° / 15.9° 60.2
Oct 9.4°C / 49°F 6.5° / 12.3° 101.4
Nov 6.2°C / 43°F 3.6° / 8.9° 92.8
Dec 4°C / 39°F 1.5° / 6.5° 78.6
Banchory experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 280 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 30.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below United Kingdom avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation197 ft (60 m)
Area3,274.5 sq mi (8,480.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates57.0517°N, 2.4882°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.9"
19% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.27"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Nov 30, 1997.

Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 141 km
Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 85 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 2.2 in
March 40°F (4°C) 2.3 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.0 in Driest
May 49°F (9°C) 2.2 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.8 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.3 in Wettest
November 40°F (5°C) 3.1 in
December 37°F (3°C) 2.8 in

Banchory has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 36°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.3") and April the driest (2.0").

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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 Density2/sq mi
Total Area3,274.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Banchory

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Hill of Banchory School
Crathes School
Banchory Academy
Banchory Primary School
Banchory Nursery
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Radio Stations near Banchory

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Greatest Hits Non-Stop MP3 160 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
Original 106 adult contemporary, pop music MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Banchory

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alford Heritage Centre & Museum
Alford Valley Railway
Banchory Museum
Carnegie Inverurie Museum
Garioch Heritage Centre
Grampian Transport Museum
Maggie Law Maritime Museum
Mill of Benholm
The Bus Collection At Alford
The Grassic Gibbon Centre

Libraries in Banchory

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Carnegie Library0.0
Inglis Memorial Hall0.0
Inverbervie Library0.0
Kemnay Library0.0
Kintore Library0.0
Mearns Academy Library0.0
Peterculter Library0.0
Westhill Library0.0

Hotels in Banchory

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banchory Lodge Hotel & Restaurant
Burnett Arms
Raemoir House Hotel
The Douglas Arms Hotel
The Stag Hotel
Tor-na-Coille Hotel

Restaurants in Banchory

8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Buchanan's Bistro
Derbar Indian Restaurant
Mamma Mia
Milton Brasserie
Raemoir Garden Restaurant
Rangoli Curry House
The Cowshed Restaurant & Takeaway
The Falls of Feugh

Cafes in Banchory

9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Birdhouse Cafe
Cafe 1702
J.G Ross
Morrisons Cafe
Raemoir Café
Ride Coffee House
Tease Coffee Bar
The Chatterbox
The Liberty Kitchen

Monuments in Banchory

4 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Battle of Corrichie Monument
General Burnett Memorial Tower
Mercat Cross
Welcome to Banchory Stone

Castles in Banchory

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Crathes Castle
Tilquhillie Castle

Theme Parks in Banchory

1 theme parks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bellfield Amusements

Clinics in Banchory

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banchory Clinic

Dentists in Banchory

3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banchory Dental Practice
Deeside Dental Care
Fountain Dental Group

Veterinaries in Banchory

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Woodside Veterinary Group

Train Stations in Banchory

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Milton of Crathes
Riverside Halt

Gas Stations in Banchory

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Morrisons
Tesco

Gyms in Banchory

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Unit Gym & Fitness

Golf Courses in Banchory

3 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banchory Golf Club
Inchmarlo Golf Driving Range
Inchmarlo Golf Resort

Breweries in Banchory

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Burnside Brewery
Deeside Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Banchory

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Banchory

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aberdeen International AirportABZLarge Airport
Dundee AirportDNDMedium Airport
Leuchars Station AirfieldADXMedium Airport
Aboyne AirfieldSmall Airport
Baldardo FieldSmall Airport
Boyndie AirstripSmall Airport
Easter Nether Cabra Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Forfar AirstripSmall Airport
Hatton AirstripSmall Airport
Hilton of Carslogie AirstripSmall Airport
Insch AirstripSmall Airport
Kirriemuir Farm StripSmall Airport
LaurencekirkSmall Airport
Longside AirfieldSmall Airport
Montrose AirstripSmall Airport
Netherley Private AirstripSmall Airport
Old MeldrumSmall Airport
Pittodrie-HouseSmall Airport
Viewfield AirstripSmall Airport
Whiterashes Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Banchory

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Banchory Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Banchory

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Banchory Christian Fellowship
Banchory Ternan West Parish Church
St Columba's RC Church
St Ternan's
Strachan Parish Church

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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 Banchory

What is the population of Banchory?

Banchory has a population of 7,520 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 3,274.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Banchory expensive to live in?

The median household income is $55,443, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $257,317 (9% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,386 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Banchory?

Banchory 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 57°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.9 inches.

How is the job market in Banchory?

Banchory has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,066. There are 684 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Banchory?

The median home value in Banchory is $257,317. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,386. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Banchory?

50.0% of adults in Banchory 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 Banchory?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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