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Blackwood, United Kingdom
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Blackwood is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,901. Elevation: 574 ft (175 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
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About Blackwood
Blackwood is a locational surname of Scottish origin meaning "black wood". Spelling variations include: Blackwood, Blackwode, Blakewood, Blaikwood, Blacud and many more. First found in Ayrshire, but one of the first recorded to the family name was William de Blackwood in 1327 in Stirlingshire.
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| Population | 1,901 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 574 ft (175 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.6667°, -3.9167° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.5 inches (1,333 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $52,230 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Blackwood
Blackwood is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,901. The city sits at an elevation of 574 feet (175 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Blackwood vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Blackwood vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,230 |
| 30% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $52,230 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,004 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 173 |
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 | $219,092 |
| 22% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,306 |
| 12% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 760 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.1°F |
| 13% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 241 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 574 ft (175 m) |
| Area | 862.8 sq mi (2,234.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.6667°N, 3.9167°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (4°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 5.1 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 5.9 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 5.9 in |
Blackwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 38°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and April the driest (2.7").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Total Area | 862.8 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Blackwood
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackwood Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| St John's Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Bent Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Blackwood
14 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clyde Built Radio | arts, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Linn Jazz | jazz | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Capital FM Glasgow | — | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Orryy Live | 24/7, bouncy | MP3 | |
| Celtic Music Radio | — | MP3 | |
| Buena Vida | community radio, multi genre | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Regal Radio | blues, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Go Radio Glasgow | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Jambo! Radio | — | MP3 192 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 Blackwood
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blackridge Museum | ||||
| Crawfordjohn Heritage Venture | ||||
| David Livingstone Museum | ||||
| Douglas Heritage Museum | ||||
| Lanark Museum | ||||
| Leadhills Miners Library | ||||
| Low Parks Museum | ||||
| Motherwell Heritage Centre | ||||
| Robert Owen's House | ||||
| Shotts Heritage Centre | ||||
| Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life | ||||
| Whitburn Community Museum |
Libraries in Blackwood
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airdrie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Airdrie Public Library & Observatory | 0.0 | |||||
| Baillieston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blackridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blantyre Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bothwell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burnbank Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carluke Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chapelhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cleland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fauldhouse Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hamilton Town House Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hillhouse Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lanark Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Larkhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lesmahagow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library @ The Bridge | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Street Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shotts Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Leonards Library & Community Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Stepps Cultural Centre & Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stonehouse Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Uddingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitburn Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Blackwood
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market Square |
Restaurants in Blackwood
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Blackwood
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Blackwood
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Blackwood
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 Blackwood
30 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Airport | EDI | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Airport | GLA | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Prestwick Airport | PIK | Large Airport |
| Balado Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Benston Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Blair Drummond Private Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Broomhill Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Buchlyvie Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Cumbernauld Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dollar airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| East Lochlane Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Falgunzeon Glider Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Fife Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fingland | — | Small Airport |
| Glenswinton Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Kier Garden Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Latch Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Mosside Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Nethershields Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| New Grimmet Farm Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Polmont | — | Small Airport |
| Portmoak Glider Field | — | Small Airport |
| RAF Kirknewton | — | 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 Blackwood
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kirkmuirhill Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Blackwood
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Hope Church and Community Hub | |
| Kirkmuirhill Parish Church | |
| Our Lady & St John's Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
14 public holidays this year
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What is the population of Blackwood?
Blackwood has a population of 1,901 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 862.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Blackwood expensive to live in?
The median household income is $52,230, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $219,092 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,306 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Blackwood?
Blackwood has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.5 inches.
How is the job market in Blackwood?
Blackwood has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,004. There are 173 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Blackwood?
The median home value in Blackwood is $219,092. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,306. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Blackwood?
50.0% of adults in Blackwood 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 Blackwood?
90% of residents speak only English at home.