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Colinton, United Kingdom
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Colinton is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 7,637. Elevation: 367 ft (112 m). Average temperature: 49°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Colinton
Colinton is a suburb of Edinburgh, Scotland situated 3+1⁄2 miles southwest of the city centre. Up until the late 18th century it appears on maps as Collington. It is bordered by Dreghorn to the south and Craiglockhart to the north-east. To the north-west it extends to Lanark Road and to the south-west to the City Bypass. Bonaly is a subsection of the area on its southern side.
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| Population | 7,637 |
| Population Density | 63 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 367 ft (112 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.9074°, -3.2561° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 49°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 47.0 inches (1,193 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 6.2 inches (16 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $54,825 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Colinton
Colinton is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 7,637. The city sits at an elevation of 367 feet (112 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.0 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Colinton vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Colinton vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $54,825 |
| 27% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $54,825 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,054 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 695 |
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 | $374,819 |
| 33% above United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,371 |
| 18% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 3,055 |
Property Tax
Climate in Colinton
Colinton has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 726 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.4°F |
| 9% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 204 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 367 ft (112 m) |
| Area | 121.0 sq mi (313.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 63/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.9074°N, 3.2561°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (5°C) | 3.0 in | |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 2.1 in | Coldest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| May | 49°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 2.7 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 2.9 in |
Colinton has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 38°F in February to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.1") and April the driest (1.9").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 63/sq mi |
| Total Area | 121.0 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Colinton
30 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxgangs Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Balgreen Nursery School | - | - | - | - |
| Carrick Knowe Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Pentland Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Redhall School | - | - | - | - |
| Longstone Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Cuthbert's RC Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gylemuir Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Bonaly Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Stenhouse Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Clovenstone Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Juniper Green Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Corstorphine Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Forrester High School | - | - | - | - |
| St Augustine's RC High School | - | - | - | - |
| Broomhouse Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Braidburn School | - | - | - | - |
| Balgreen Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| East Craigs Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wester Hailes High School | - | - | - | - |
| Sighthill Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Canal View Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Mark's RC Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Colinton Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Craigmount High School | - | - | - | - |
| Merchiston Castle School | - | - | - | - |
| Firrhill High School | - | - | - | - |
| Murrayburn Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| South Morningside Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Joseph's RC Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Colinton
11 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capital FM Edinburgh | edinburgh, pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CareSound Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Forth1 | pop music, popular | AAC+ 47 kbps | |
| East Coast FM Haddington | easy listening | MP3 320 kbps | |
| BFBS Scotland | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Edge 1 | - | MP3 | |
| TD1 Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio ENRG | alternative, edinburgh | MP3 | |
| 242 RADIO | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| EHFM | community radio, edinburgh | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio GH | folk | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Colinton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdour Heritage Centre | ||||
| Adam Smith Heritage Centre | ||||
| Anatomical Museum | ||||
| Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum | ||||
| Auld Wemyss Ways Heritage Centre | ||||
| Broxburn Community Museum | ||||
| Burntisland Heritage Exhibition | ||||
| Coastal Centre Exhibition | ||||
| Cockburn Geological Museum | ||||
| Dalkeith Museum | ||||
| Dynamic Earth | ||||
| Forth Bridges Light House Museum | ||||
| Heart of Midlothian Museum | ||||
| Heriot Watt Museum | ||||
| HMY Britannia | ||||
| Inchcolm Museum | ||||
| Kirkcaldy Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Museum Collections Centre | ||||
| Museum of Childhood | ||||
| Museum of Communication | ||||
| Museum of Edinburgh | ||||
| Museum of Magic, Fortune-Telling and Witchcraft | ||||
| Museum of Scottish Fire Heritage | ||||
| Museum on the Mound | ||||
| Musselburgh Museum | ||||
| National Mining Museum Scotland | ||||
| National Museum of Scotland | ||||
| National War Museum | ||||
| One O'Clock Gun Exhibition | ||||
| Prestongrange Mining Museum | ||||
| Prisoners of War Museum | ||||
| Queensferry Museum | ||||
| Scottish Vintage Bus Museum | ||||
| St Cecilia's Hall | ||||
| Surgeons' Hall Museums | ||||
| Talbot Rice Gallery | ||||
| The King's Gallery | ||||
| The Maltings | ||||
| The People's Story Museum | ||||
| The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum | ||||
| The Royal Scots Regimental Museum | ||||
| The Spirit of Leithers | ||||
| Trinity Apse | ||||
| Trinity House | ||||
| Writers' Museum |
Libraries in Colinton
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdour Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Advocates Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Almondbank Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Artiscience Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Balerno Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Balgreen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blackhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burntisland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cameron Smail Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardenden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Children's Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Colinton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Corstorphine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cowdenbeath Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Craigmillar Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Currie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dalgety Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dalkeith Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Danderhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Duloch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dunfermline Carnegie Library & Galleries | 0.0 | |||||
| Edinburgh College of Art Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Edinburgh Law School Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Edinburgh Napier Merchiston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Edinburgh University Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fountainbridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gilmerton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Gorebridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Granton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Inverkeithing Library and Heritage Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Jennie Lee Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kelty Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kinghorn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kirkcaldy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kirkliston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lasswade Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Leith Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library of Mistakes | 0.0 | |||||
| Loanhead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Map Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mayfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| McDonald Road Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Moray House Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Moredun Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Morningside Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Musselburgh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library of Scotland | 0.0 | |||||
| New College Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newbattle Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newington Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newtongrange Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Noreen and Kenneth Murray Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Oxgangs Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Piershill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Playfair Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portobello Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ratho Library | 0.0 | |||||
| RBGE Herbarium & Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rosyth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Scottish Poetry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Sighthill Learning Resource Centre (LRC) | 0.0 | |||||
| Sighthill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Signet Library | 0.0 | |||||
| South Neighbourhood Office and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| South Queensferry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stockbridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Templehall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Drumbrae Library Hub | 0.0 | |||||
| The Lex Davidson Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wester Hailes Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Windmill Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Colinton
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balerno Farmer's Market | |||||
| Edinburgh Farmers' Market | |||||
| Edinburgh Farmers' Market | |||||
| Grassmarket Market | |||||
| Grassmarket Market | |||||
| Kirkcaldy Farmers Market | |||||
| Leith Market | |||||
| Leith Market | |||||
| Stockbridge Market | |||||
| Stockbridge Market | |||||
| The Pitt | |||||
| The Pitt | |||||
| Tron Kirk Market | |||||
| Tron Kirk Market |
Hotels in Colinton
6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Colinton
29 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Colinton
35 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Colinton
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Colinton
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Colinton
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Colinton
2 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Colinton
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Colinton
6 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Colinton
16 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Colinton
8 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Colinton
4 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Colinton
10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Colinton
3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Colinton
8 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Colinton
6 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Colinton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barney's Beer | ||||
| Barney's Beer | ||||
| BellField Brewery | ||||
| Blair's Brewery | ||||
| Blair's Brewery | ||||
| Campervan Brewery | ||||
| Campervan Brewery | ||||
| Cold Town Brewery | ||||
| Cold Town Brewery | ||||
| Cross Borders Brewing Co. | ||||
| Edinburgh Beer Factory | ||||
| Edinburgh Beer Factory | ||||
| Krafty Brew | ||||
| Krafty Brew | ||||
| Newbarns Brewery | ||||
| Newbarns Brewery | ||||
| Pilot | ||||
| Pilot |
Stadiums & Teams in Colinton
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Colinton
34 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Airport | EDI | Large Airport |
| Dundee Airport | DND | Medium Airport |
| Leuchars Station Airfield | ADX | Medium Airport |
| Archerfield Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Balado Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Balgone Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Balgrummo Steading Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broomhill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Castleton Farm | - | Small Airport |
| Cumbernauld Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dollar airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| East Fortune Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| East Lochlane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Fife Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Fingland | - | Small Airport |
| Forfar Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Hilton of Carslogie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kingsmuir Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Kirriemuir Farm Strip | - | Small Airport |
| Latch Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Midlem Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mosside Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nairns Mains Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nether Huntlywood Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Perth/Scone Airport | PSL | 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 |
| Teuchats Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Thankerton private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Colinton
14 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Balgreen Road Post Office | |
| Broomhall Drive Post Office | |
| Carrickknowe Post Office | |
| Chesser Post Office | |
| Colinton Post Office | |
| Colinton Post Office | |
| Corstorphine Post Office | |
| Craiglockhart Post Office | |
| Drumbrae Newsagent | |
| Moat Place Post Office | |
| Old Saughton Post Office | |
| Oxgangs Post Office | |
| Sighthill Post Office | |
| Wester Hailes Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Colinton
52 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| A&E | ||
| ABC4D Antenatal Babyscan Clinic | ||
| Active Clinics | ||
| Allingham Physiotherapy | ||
| Ballenden House | ||
| Blackford Clinic | ||
| Brougham Foot Clinic | ||
| Bruntsfield Chiropractic Clinic | ||
| Castle Craig Hospital | ||
| City Chiropractic | ||
| Corstorphine Footcare | ||
| Crew 2000 | ||
| Dance Podiatry/Chiropody | ||
| Dermal Clinic | ||
| Edinburgh Chiropractic Clinic | ||
| Edinburgh Osteopathic Surgery | ||
| Edinburgh Rehab Centre | ||
| Edinburgh Sports Injury Clinic | ||
| Este Medical Group | ||
| Ferry Road Foot Clinic | ||
| Fertility & Reproductive Endocrine Unit | ||
| Gateway to Recovery Clinic | ||
| Inchkeith House - Podiatry Dept. | ||
| Lothian Optometry Teach & Treat (LOTT) | ||
| Lothian Sexual Health | ||
| Marchhall Centre | ||
| Meadowside Health Clinic | ||
| Minor Injuries Unit | ||
| Morningside Chiropractic | ||
| NHS Vaccination Centre | ||
| Ocean Terminal Vaccination Clinic | ||
| OPD1 | ||
| OPD2 | ||
| OPD3 | ||
| OPD4 | ||
| OPD5 | ||
| OPD6 | ||
| Pennywell Resource Centre | ||
| Pódia | ||
| Portobello Foot Care | ||
| Portobello Health Hub | ||
| Pregnancy Support Unit | ||
| Randolph Crescent Hostel | ||
| Spittal Street Clinic | ||
| Stockbridge Clinic | ||
| The Chiropractic Clinic | ||
| The Goddess Clinic | ||
| The MOLE Clinic | ||
| The Salt Cave | ||
| Trinity Podiatry | ||
| Victoria Medical Practice | ||
| Wight Chiropractic Clinic |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Colinton
35 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| All Nations Christian Fellowship | |
| Broomhouse Mosque | |
| Carrick Knowe Parish Church | |
| Colinton Parish Church | |
| Corstorphine Community Church | |
| Corstorphine Old Parish Church | |
| Craiglockhart Parish Church | |
| Craigsbank Parish Church | |
| Dhamma Padipa Temple | |
| Fairmilehead Parish Church | |
| Gds Church | |
| Greenbank Church | |
| Holy Trinity | |
| Hope City Church | |
| Juniper Green Parish Church | |
| Kingdom Hall | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs Witnesses | |
| Redeemer Church | |
| Saint Joseph's | |
| Salvation Army Church |
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What is the population of Colinton?
Colinton has a population of 7,637 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 63 people per square mile, spread across 121.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Colinton expensive to live in?
The median household income is $54,825, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $374,819 (33% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,371 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Colinton?
Colinton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 204 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.0 inches, with 6.2 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Colinton?
Colinton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,054. There are 695 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Colinton?
The median home value in Colinton is $374,819. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,371. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Colinton?
50.0% of adults in Colinton 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 Colinton?
90% of residents speak only English at home.