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Carnwath, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Carnwath is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,430. Elevation: 715 ft (218 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,430 Population 8/sq mi density
715 ft Elevation 218 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
48.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$52,230 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$52,230 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$219,092 home value, $1,306/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Carnwath

Carnwath

Carnwath is a moorland village on the southern edge of the Pentland Hills of South Lanarkshire, Scotland. The village lies about 30 mi (50 km) south of both Edinburgh and Glasgow. It is bounded by the North Medwyn and South Medwyn watercourses.

People

Population1,430
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,230
Per Capita$52,230
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A
Home Value$219,092
Rent$1,306
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units572

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation715 ft (218 m)

Education

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

Community

Population1,430
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation715 ft (218 m)
Coordinates55.7004°, -3.6258°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation48.7 inches (1,238 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$52,230
Median Age40.6 years

About Carnwath

Carnwath is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,430. The city sits at an elevation of 715 feet (218 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 48.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Carnwath has a population of 1,430 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 182.1 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

1,430
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
182.1mi²
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

Carnwath vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Carnwath is $52,230, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,230 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,004, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 130 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Carnwath 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

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)130

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Carnwath is $219,092, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,306 (12% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 572 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

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

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units572

Property Tax

Carnwath 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 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 715 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average45.7°F
15% below United Kingdom avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation715 ft (218 m)
Area182.1 sq mi (471.6 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates55.7004°N, 3.6258°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.7"
28% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 5.47"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.60"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

10 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M2.6 on Nov 1, 2017.

Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 72 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 67 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 74 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 129 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 60 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 115 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 116 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 72 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 114 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 5.5 in Coldest, Wettest
February 37°F (3°C) 3.9 in
March 39°F (4°C) 4.3 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.6 in Driest
May 49°F (9°C) 2.7 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in
July 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 56°F (13°C) 3.6 in
September 52°F (11°C) 4.7 in
October 47°F (8°C) 5.3 in
November 41°F (5°C) 5.2 in
December 38°F (3°C) 5.4 in

Carnwath has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 37°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.5") and April the driest (2.6").

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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 Density8/sq mi
Total Area182.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Carnwath

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Carnwath Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Carnwath

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Capital FM Edinburgh edinburgh, pop MP3 128 kbps
Regal Radio blues, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Forth1 pop music, popular AAC+ 47 kbps
BFBS Scotland - AAC+ 64 kbps
Edge 1 - MP3
Radio ENRG alternative, edinburgh MP3
242 RADIO - MP3 128 kbps
EHFM community radio, edinburgh MP3 192 kbps
Radio GH folk MP3 128 kbps
Stirling Community Radio - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Carnwath

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Almond Valley Heritage Centre
Bennie Museum
Biggar and Upper Clydesdale Museum
Biggar Gasworks Museum
Blackridge Museum
Broxburn Community Museum
Crawfordjohn Heritage Venture
Douglas Heritage Museum
Lanark Museum
Robert Owen's House
Shotts Heritage Centre
The Wee Museum of Memory
Whitburn Community Museum

Libraries in Carnwath

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Almondbank Library0.0
Bathgate Library0.0
Blackridge Library0.0
Carluke Library0.0
Carmondean Library0.0
Fauldhouse Library0.0
Lanark Library0.0
Lanthorn Library0.0
Ratho Library0.0
Shotts Library0.0
Slamannan Library0.0
The Lex Davidson Library0.0
Whitburn Library0.0

Cafes in Carnwath

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Apple Pie Bakery

Monuments in Carnwath

3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Market Cross
Memorial to Sir John Mann
Mercat Cross

Golf Courses in Carnwath

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Carnwath Golf Club

Breweries in Carnwath

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Alechemy
Broughton Ales

Stadiums & Teams in Carnwath

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Carnwath

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Newmilns Snow & Sports Complex 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Carnwath

31 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edinburgh AirportEDILarge Airport
Balado Airfield-Small Airport
Balgrummo Steading Airstrip-Small Airport
Benston Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Blair Drummond Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Broomhill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Buchlyvie Airstrip-Small Airport
Castleton Farm-Small Airport
Cumbernauld Airport-Small Airport
Dollar airstrip-Small Airport
East Lochlane Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Fife Airport-Small Airport
Fingland-Small Airport
Glenswinton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Hilton of Carslogie Airstrip-Small Airport
Kier Garden Airstrip-Small Airport
Latch Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Mosside Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Nethershields Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Perth/Scone AirportPSLSmall Airport
Pilmuir Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Polmont-Small Airport
Portmoak Glider Field-Small Airport
RAF Kirknewton-Small Airport
Sheardale airstrip-Small Airport
Skydive Strathallan-Small Airport
Stonehill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Strathaven Airfield-Small Airport
Teuchats Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Thankerton private airstrip-Small Airport
Thornhill Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Carnwath

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Carnwath Post Office and Shop

Churches & Religious Organizations in Carnwath

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Carnwath Parish 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 Carnwath

What is the population of Carnwath?

Carnwath has a population of 1,430 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 182.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Carnwath 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 Carnwath?

Carnwath 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 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.7 inches.

How is the job market in Carnwath?

Carnwath 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 130 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Carnwath?

The median home value in Carnwath is $219,092. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,306. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Carnwath?

50.0% of adults in Carnwath 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 Carnwath?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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