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Carstairs Junction, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Carstairs Junction is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 780. Elevation: 650 ft (198 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 780 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 650 ft (198 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.6870°, -3.6630° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 46°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 48.7 inches (1,238 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $52,230 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Carstairs Junction
Carstairs Junction is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 780. The city sits at an elevation of 650 feet (198 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.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Carstairs Junction vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Carstairs Junction 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) | 71 |
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 | 312 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 45.7°F |
| 15% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 248 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 650 ft (198 m) |
| Area | 862.8 sq mi (2,234.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.6870°N, 3.6630°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 |
Carstairs Junction 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").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 1/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 Carstairs Junction
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carstairs Junction Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Carstairs Junction
11 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 | |
| 100.8 Home Radio | — | 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 Carstairs Junction
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual 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 Carstairs Junction
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Almondbank Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bathgate Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blackridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carluke Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carmondean Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fauldhouse Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lanark Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lanthorn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lesmahagow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shotts Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Lex Davidson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitburn Library | 0.0 |
Train Stations in Carstairs Junction
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Carstairs Junction
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alechemy | ||||
| Broughton Ales |
Stadiums & Teams in Carstairs Junction
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Carstairs Junction
1 ski resorts within range.
| Resort | Slopes (km) | Lifts | Peak (m) | Price | Season | Night | Park |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newmilns Snow & Sports Complex | 0.0 | — | — | $0 | — | — | — |
Airports Near Carstairs Junction
31 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Airport | EDI | Large 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 |
| Falgunzeon Glider Airfield | — | 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 |
| 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 Carstairs Junction
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Carstairs Junction Post Office |
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What is the population of Carstairs Junction?
Carstairs Junction has a population of 780 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1 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 Carstairs Junction 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 Carstairs Junction?
Carstairs Junction 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 Carstairs Junction?
Carstairs Junction 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 71 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Carstairs Junction?
The median home value in Carstairs Junction is $219,092. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,306. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Carstairs Junction?
50.0% of adults in Carstairs Junction 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 Carstairs Junction?
90% of residents speak only English at home.