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Buckhaven, United Kingdom

Scotland · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Buckhaven is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 4,340. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
4,340 Population
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
44.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
32% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population4,340
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.8%
Depression13.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Sunny Days205/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population4,340
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates56.1715°, -3.0338°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation44.3 inches (1,124 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.5 inches (19 cm)
Median Age40.6 years

Is Buckhaven a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buckhaven receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Buckhaven offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Buckhaven experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches, including 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Buckhaven has a population of 4,340. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,340
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Buckhaven vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Buckhaven vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buckhaven is N/A. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 85.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Buckhaven vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Buckhaven, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.4% have high blood pressure. 9.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.9% report binge drinking. 79.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Buckhaven vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
High Blood Pressure26.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.8%
30% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity79.9%
Depression13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%

Food & Exercise

Buckhaven experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. The area receives 7.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days205 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.3 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall7.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates56.1715°N, 3.0338°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.9 in Wettest
February 38°F (4°C) 1.9 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 2.2 in
April 44°F (7°C) 1.8 in Driest
May 49°F (10°C) 2.1 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.2 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 2.2 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in
November 42°F (6°C) 2.4 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in

Buckhaven has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F — from 38°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.9") and April the driest (1.8").

36.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 7% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 96.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.2%
7% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Buckhaven

What is the population of Buckhaven?

Buckhaven has a population of 4,340 residents and is located in United Kingdom.. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Buckhaven expensive to live in?

Buckhaven is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.9 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Buckhaven?

Buckhaven has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 44.3 inches, with 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Buckhaven?

Buckhaven has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Buckhaven?

36.2% of adults in Buckhaven hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Buckhaven?

The obesity rate in Buckhaven is 26.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.8% of adults are smokers. 79.9% are physically inactive. 13.5% of residents report depression.

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