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Buckie, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Buckie is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 8,430. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
8,430 Population 4,323/sq mi density
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
27.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$43,108 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$43,108 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$255,123 home value, $1,078/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population8,430
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density4,323/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,108
Per Capita$43,108
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B
Home Value$255,123
Rent$1,078
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units3,372

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain27.3 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)

Education

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

Community

Population8,430
Population Density4,323 / sq mi
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates57.6757°, -2.9624°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation27.3 inches (693 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$43,108
Median Age40.6 years

About Buckie

Buckie is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 8,430. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Buckie has a population of 8,430 with a density of 4,323 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 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

8,430
Total Population
4,323
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
2.0mi²
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

Buckie vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Buckie is $43,108, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,108. The average weekly wage is $829, 42% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 767 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Buckie vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$43,108
43% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$43,108
Avg Weekly Wage$829

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)767

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Buckie is $255,123, 9% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,078 (7% below the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,372 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$255,123
9% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,078
7% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units3,372

Property Tax

Climate in Buckie

Buckie has an average annual temperature of 9.2°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (15°C), the coldest is Jan (3.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 0 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.8°C / 39°F 1.2° / 6.4° 0.0
Feb 4.5°C / 40°F 1.5° / 7.5° 0.0
Apr 7.8°C / 46°F 4.2° / 11.4° 0.0
May 10.4°C / 51°F 6.8° / 14° 0.0
Jun 12.6°C / 55°F 9.4° / 15.7° 0.0
Jul 15°C / 59°F 11.5° / 18.4° 0.0
Aug 14.4°C / 58°F 11° / 17.8° 0.0
Sep 12.7°C / 55°F 9.2° / 16.2° 0.0
Oct 9.6°C / 49°F 6.5° / 12.8° 0.0
Nov 6.6°C / 44°F 3.7° / 9.5° 0.0
Dec 4.2°C / 40°F 1.3° / 7.2° 0.0
Buckie experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 286 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 27.3 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density4,323/sq mi
Coordinates57.6757°N, 2.9624°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.3"
28% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.76"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Aug 28, 1995.

Jul 26, 1992 45 km E of Portree, United Kingdom M2.8 150 km
Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 72 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 2.4 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 1.9 in
March 41°F (5°C) 2.1 in
April 44°F (7°C) 1.7 in Driest
May 49°F (9°C) 1.9 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.1 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.5 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.7 in
October 48°F (9°C) 2.8 in Wettest
November 43°F (6°C) 2.7 in
December 40°F (4°C) 2.4 in

Buckie has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 39°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 27.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.8") and April the driest (1.7").

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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 Density4,323/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Buckie

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Millbank Primary School — — — —
St Peter's RC Primary School — — — —
Buckie High School — — — —
Portessie Primary School — — — —
Cluny Primary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Buckie

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Buckie

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Buckie and District Fishing Heritage Centre
Fochabers Folk Museum and Heritage Centre
WDC Scottish Dolphin Centre
Whisky Museum

Libraries in Buckie

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

Hotels in Buckie

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Old Coach House Hotel
The Brig and Barrel Hotel

Restaurants in Buckie

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Akash Tandoori
China Town Restaurant
Granny C's
NEW Buckpool Chinese Takeaway
Sandisons Cafe Bar

Cafes in Buckie

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

J.G. Ross
Le Cafe Coull
Pozzi J P

Clinics in Buckie

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ardach Helath Centre

Dentists in Buckie

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

8to8 Dental
Buckie Dental Practice

Veterinaries in Buckie

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Seafield Veterinary Group

Gas Stations in Buckie

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Esso
GB #12458921225
Tesco

Banks in Buckie

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Scotland
TSB

Gyms in Buckie

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #11029858072
Motion Fitness

Airports Near Buckie

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
RAF LossiemouthLMOMedium Airport
Aboyne Airfield—Small Airport
Boyndie Airstrip—Small Airport
Easterton Glider Field—Small Airport
Insch Airstrip—Small Airport
Netherley Private Airstrip—Small Airport
Old Meldrum—Small Airport
Pittodrie-House—Small Airport
Shempston Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Viewfield Airstrip—Small Airport
Whiterashes Farm Airstrip—Small Airport

Post Offices in Buckie

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Buckie Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Buckie

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints
Buckie Baptist Church
Buckie Church of Christ
Buckie Methodist Church
Buckie South and West Church of Scotland
Gospel Hall
North Church
Portessie Methodist Church
Rathven Parish Church
Riverside Christian Church
St Peter's Church
The Salvation Army - Buckie

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 Buckie

What is the population of Buckie?

Buckie has a population of 8,430 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 4,323 people per square mile, spread across 2.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Buckie expensive to live in?

The median household income is $43,108, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $255,123 (9% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,078 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Buckie?

Buckie has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.3 inches.

How is the job market in Buckie?

Buckie has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $829. There are 767 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Buckie?

The median home value in Buckie is $255,123. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,078. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Buckie?

50.0% of adults in Buckie 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 Buckie?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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