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Bridgend, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Bridgend is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 740. Elevation: 787 ft (240 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
740 Population 0/sq mi density
787 ft Elevation 240 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
30.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 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
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$249,800 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population740
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density0/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

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

Housing

B+
Home Value$249,800
Rent$1,249
Ownership63.0%
Housing Units296

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain30.9 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation787 ft (240 m)

Education

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

Community

Population740
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation787 ft (240 m)
Coordinates57.4000°, -2.8167°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation30.9 inches (785 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Bridgend

Bridgend is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 740. The city sits at an elevation of 787 feet (240 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Bridgend has a population of 740 with a density of 0 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. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average).

Population

740
Total Population
0
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

Bridgend vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Bridgend 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 67 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bridgend 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)67

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Bridgend is $249,800, 11% 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 296 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$249,800
11% 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 Units296

Property Tax

Bridgend experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 37°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 787 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average45.5°F
16% below United Kingdom avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation787 ft (240 m)
Area3,274.5 sq mi (8,480.9 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates57.4000°N, 2.8167°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.9"
19% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.19"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.09"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.7. Most recent: M2.7 on Aug 28, 1995.

Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 65 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 2.1 in
March 40°F (4°C) 2.3 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in Driest
May 48°F (9°C) 2.2 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.3 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
September 52°F (11°C) 2.9 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.2 in Wettest
November 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in
December 38°F (3°C) 2.7 in

Bridgend has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 37°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.2") and April the driest (2.1").

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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 Density0/sq mi
Total Area3,274.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Bridgend

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Glass School
Rhynie School
Gartly School
Clatt School
Kennethmont School
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Radio Stations near Bridgend

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Bridgend

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Alford Heritage Centre & Museum
Alford Valley Railway
Grampian Transport Museum
Insch Connection Museum
Proposed Cabrach Heritage Centre
The Bus Collection At Alford

Libraries in Bridgend

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Brander Building0.0
Insch Library0.0
Keith library0.0

Castles in Bridgend

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Beldorney Castle
Leith Hall

Ski Resorts Near Bridgend

2 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Bridgend

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aberdeen International AirportABZLarge Airport
RAF LossiemouthLMOMedium Airport
Aboyne AirfieldSmall Airport
Baldardo FieldSmall Airport
Boyndie AirstripSmall Airport
Easterton Glider FieldSmall Airport
Forfar AirstripSmall Airport
Insch AirstripSmall Airport
Kirriemuir Farm StripSmall Airport
LaurencekirkSmall Airport
Montrose AirstripSmall Airport
Netherley Private AirstripSmall Airport
Old MeldrumSmall Airport
Pittodrie-HouseSmall Airport
Shempston Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Viewfield AirstripSmall Airport
Whiterashes Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Bridgend

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Rhynie Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bridgend

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Clatt Kirk
Noth Parish Church
St Mary's Episcopal Church

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 Bridgend

What is the population of Bridgend?

Bridgend has a population of 740 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 0 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 Bridgend expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $249,800 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Bridgend?

Bridgend has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 37°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 Bridgend?

Bridgend 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 67 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bridgend?

The median home value in Bridgend is $249,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.

How are the schools in Bridgend?

50.0% of adults in Bridgend 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 Bridgend?

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

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