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Charlestown of Aberlour, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Charlestown of Aberlour is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,120. Elevation: 299 ft (91 m). Average temperature: 44°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,120 Population 1/sq mi density
299 ft Elevation 91 meters
44°F Avg Temperature 7°C
35.9 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

Population1,120
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density1/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 Units448

Climate

Avg Temp44°F (7°C)
Rain35.9 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation299 ft (91 m)

Education

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

Community

Population1,120
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation299 ft (91 m)
Coordinates57.4708°, -3.2251°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature44°F (7°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation35.9 inches (912 mm)
Annual Snowfall6.5 inches (16 cm)
Median Household Income$43,108
Median Age40.6 years

About Charlestown of Aberlour

Charlestown of Aberlour is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,120. The city sits at an elevation of 299 feet (91 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 44°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 55°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Charlestown of Aberlour has a population of 1,120 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,231.0 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

1,120
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
1,231.0mi²
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

Charlestown of Aberlour vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Charlestown of Aberlour 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 102 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Charlestown of Aberlour 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)102

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Charlestown of Aberlour 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 448 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 Units448

Property Tax

Climate in Charlestown of Aberlour

Charlestown of Aberlour has an average annual temperature of 9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (15°C), the coldest is Jan (3.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 664 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.8°C / 39°F 1.2° / 6.4° 49.6
Feb 4.5°C / 40°F 1.5° / 7.5° 43.5
Mar 5.9°C / 43°F 2.4° / 9.4° 39.6
Apr 7.8°C / 46°F 4.2° / 11.4° 42.0
May 10.4°C / 51°F 6.8° / 14° 50.7
Jun 12.6°C / 55°F 9.4° / 15.7° 61.4
Jul 15°C / 59°F 11.5° / 18.4° 60.3
Aug 14.4°C / 58°F 11° / 17.8° 66.8
Sep 12.7°C / 55°F 9.2° / 16.2° 66.9
Oct 9.6°C / 49°F 6.5° / 12.8° 71.8
Nov 6.6°C / 44°F 3.7° / 9.5° 56.9
Dec 4.2°C / 40°F 1.3° / 7.2° 54.4
Charlestown of Aberlour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 55°F in July. The area gets 271 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 35.9 inches. The area receives 6.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 299 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 55°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average44.2°F
18% below United Kingdom avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average55°F (13°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation299 ft (91 m)
Area1,231.0 sq mi (3,188.3 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates57.4708°N, 3.2251°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.9"
6% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 6.5"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.82"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.9. Most recent: M2.9 on Jun 8, 2006.

Jun 8, 2006 35 km ENE of Portree, United Kingdom M2.9 145 km
Jul 26, 1992 45 km E of Portree, United Kingdom M2.8 133 km
Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 46 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 114 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 3.8 in Coldest, Wettest
February 35°F (2°C) 2.6 in
March 38°F (3°C) 3.0 in
April 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in Driest
May 47°F (8°C) 2.4 in
June 52°F (11°C) 2.5 in
July 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in
September 50°F (10°C) 3.3 in
October 45°F (7°C) 3.8 in
November 40°F (4°C) 3.5 in
December 37°F (3°C) 3.4 in

Charlestown of Aberlour has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 35°F in January to 55°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.8") and April the driest (2.3").

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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 Density1/sq mi
Total Area1,231.0 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Charlestown of Aberlour

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Speyside High School — — — —
Aberlour Primary School — — — —
Craigellachie Primary School — — — —
Inveravon Primary School — — — —
Knockando Primary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Charlestown of Aberlour

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Charlestown of Aberlour

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Elgin Cathedral Museum
Elgin Motor Museum
Elgin Museum
Fochabers Folk Museum and Heritage Centre
Proposed Cabrach Heritage Centre
Tomintoul and Glenlivet Discovery Centre
WDC Scottish Dolphin Centre
Whisky Museum

Libraries in Charlestown of Aberlour

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Aberlour Library0.0
Dunbarney House0.0
Elgin Library0.0

Hotels in Charlestown of Aberlour

9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aberlour Hotel
Archiestown Hotel
Craigellachie Hotel
Dowans Hotel
Fiddichside Inn
Speybank B&B
The Delnashaugh Hotel
Woodburn
Woodville B&B

Restaurants in Charlestown of Aberlour

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aberlour Hotel Restaurant
The Copper Dog

Cafes in Charlestown of Aberlour

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Elchies Farm Shop Cafe
Fresh!
The Gather'n
The Patch

Monuments in Charlestown of Aberlour

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aberlour House, Column

Castles in Charlestown of Aberlour

3 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ballindalloch Castle
Blairfindy Castle
Drumin Castle

Dentists in Charlestown of Aberlour

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Speyside Dental Clinic

Veterinaries in Charlestown of Aberlour

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Aberlour Veterinary Practice

Gas Stations in Charlestown of Aberlour

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Craigellachie Petrol Station
GB #3307632601

Golf Courses in Charlestown of Aberlour

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ballindalloch Castle Golf Course

Stadiums & Teams in Charlestown of Aberlour

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Ski Resorts Near Charlestown of Aberlour

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Charlestown of Aberlour

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
RAF LossiemouthLMOMedium Airport
Aboyne Airfield—Small Airport
Ballone Castle Airstrip—Small Airport
Blair Atholl Airfield—Small Airport
Boyndie Airstrip—Small Airport
Easter Airfield—Small Airport
Easterton Glider Field—Small Airport
Feshiebridge Glider Field—Small Airport
Insch Airstrip—Small Airport
Montrose Airstrip—Small Airport
Pittodrie-House—Small Airport
Shempston Farm Airstrip—Small Airport
Tain Ultralight Airstrip—Small Airport
Tullochgribban-High Airstrip—Small Airport
Viewfield Airstrip—Small Airport

Post Offices in Charlestown of Aberlour

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Archiestown Post Office
Ballindalloch Post Office
Markpark

Churches & Religious Organizations in Charlestown of Aberlour

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Aberlour Parish Church
Craigellachie Church
Inveraven Church
Knockando Parish Church
St Margaret's Church
The Sacred Heart Catholic Church

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Charlestown of Aberlour

What is the population of Charlestown of Aberlour?

Charlestown of Aberlour has a population of 1,120 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,231.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Charlestown of Aberlour 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 Charlestown of Aberlour?

Charlestown of Aberlour has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 55°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.9 inches, with 6.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Charlestown of Aberlour?

Charlestown of Aberlour 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 102 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Charlestown of Aberlour?

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

How are the schools in Charlestown of Aberlour?

50.0% of adults in Charlestown of Aberlour 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 Charlestown of Aberlour?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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