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Cove, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Cove is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 7,060. Elevation: 249 ft (76 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

4.3 /5.0
A Great
7,060 Population 76/sq mi density
249 ft Elevation 76 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
30.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$50,825 Median Income
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Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$50,825 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$178,855 home value, $1,271/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Cove

Cove

Cove Rangers Football Club is a senior Scottish football club currently playing in Scottish League One. They are based in the Altens area of Aberdeen and play their football at Balmoral Stadium, having left their former home at Allan Park, Cove Bay in April 2015.

People

Population7,060
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density76/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,825
Per Capita$50,825
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A+
Home Value$178,855
Rent$1,271
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units2,824

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain30.9 in/yr
Sunny Days280/yr
Elevation249 ft (76 m)

Education

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

Community

Population7,060
Population Density76 / sq mi
Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Coordinates57.1000°, -2.0833°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation30.9 inches (786 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$50,825
Median Age40.6 years

About Cove

Cove is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 7,060. The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet (76 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Cove has a population of 7,060 with a density of 76 people per square mile, spread across 92.5 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

7,060
Total Population
76
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
92.5mi²
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

Cove vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Cove is $50,825, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,825 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $977, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 642 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cove vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$50,825
32% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$50,825
Avg Weekly Wage$977

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)642

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Cove is $178,855, 37% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,271 (9% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,824 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,855
37% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,271
9% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units2,824

Property Tax

Climate in Cove

Cove has an average annual temperature of 8.7°C (48°F). The hottest month is Jul (14.6°C), the coldest is Jan (3.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 836 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.9°C / 39°F 1.5° / 6.3° 67.9
Feb 4.2°C / 40°F 1.4° / 7° 59.6
Mar 5.6°C / 42°F 2.3° / 8.9° 55.7
Apr 7.4°C / 45°F 3.9° / 11° 57.9
May 9.8°C / 50°F 6° / 13.7° 53.5
Jun 12.6°C / 55°F 9° / 16.1° 69.4
Jul 14.6°C / 58°F 10.9° / 18.3° 70.7
Aug 14.4°C / 58°F 10.7° / 18.1° 67.8
Sep 12.5°C / 55°F 9.1° / 15.9° 60.2
Oct 9.4°C / 49°F 6.5° / 12.3° 101.4
Nov 6.2°C / 43°F 3.6° / 8.9° 92.8
Dec 4°C / 39°F 1.5° / 6.5° 78.6
Cove experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 280 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 30.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 249 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below United Kingdom avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days280 days/yr

Geography

Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Area92.5 sq mi (239.7 km²)
Population Density76/sq mi
Coordinates57.1000°N, 2.0833°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 30.9"
19% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.23"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.05"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 108 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 2.1 in
March 41°F (5°C) 2.3 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.1 in Driest
May 49°F (10°C) 2.1 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.2 in
July 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in
October 47°F (9°C) 3.2 in Wettest
November 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in
December 37°F (3°C) 2.9 in

Cove has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 36°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.0 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.2") and April the driest (2.1").

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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 Density76/sq mi
Total Area92.5 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Cove

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Loirston School
Charleston School
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Radio Stations near Cove

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Greatest Hits Non-Stop MP3 160 kbps
NOW Radio 80s 80's, 80s MP3
Radio North Angus MP3 48 kbps
Mearns FM MP3 96 kbps
Pure Beat Radio MP3 320 kbps
Original 106 adult contemporary, pop music MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Cove

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Aberdeen Art Gallery
Aberdeen Art Gallery
Aberdeen Maritime Museum
Aberdeen Maritime Museum
Aberdeen Maritime Museum
Aberdeen Science Centre
Aberdeen Science Centre
Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Blairs Museum
Blairs Museum
King's Museum
King's Museum
Pitmedden Garden & Museum of Farming Life
Provost Skene's House
Provost Skene's House
The Gordon Highlanders Museum
The Gordon Highlanders Museum
The Grassic Gibbon Centre
Tolbooth Museum
Tolbooth Museum
Tolbooth Museum
Zoology Museum
Zoology Museum

Libraries in Cove

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Advocates Library and Committee Room0.0
Airyhall Library0.0
Balmedie Library0.0
Bridge of Don Library0.0
Bucksburn Library0.0
Carnegie Library0.0
City of Aberdeen Central Library0.0
Cove Library0.0
Cults Library0.0
Dyce Library0.0
Kincorth Library0.0
Mastrick Library0.0
Newmachar Library0.0
Newtonhill Library0.0
Northfield Library0.0
Peterculter Library0.0
Portlethen Library0.0
Sir Duncan Rice Library0.0
Stonehaven Library0.0
Taylor Library0.0
Taylor Library0.0
Tillydrone Library0.0
Tillydrone Library0.0
University Library0.0
University of Aberdeen Medical Library0.0
University of Aberdeen Medical Library0.0
Westhill Library0.0
Woodside Library0.0

Hotels in Cove

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cove Bay Hotel

Clinics in Cove

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cove Bay Medical Centre

Dentists in Cove

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bupa Dental Care

Gas Stations in Cove

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

H2 Aberdeen

Breweries in Cove

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
House of Botanicals
House of Botanicals

Stadiums & Teams in Cove

TeamLeagueDivision
Balmoral Stadium
Pittodrie Stadium

Ski Resorts Near Cove

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Garthdee Ski Centre 0.0 $0

Airports Near Cove

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aberdeen International AirportABZLarge Airport
Baldardo FieldSmall Airport
Boyndie AirstripSmall Airport
Easter Nether Cabra Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Forfar AirstripSmall Airport
Hatton AirstripSmall Airport
Insch AirstripSmall Airport
LaurencekirkSmall Airport
Longside AirfieldSmall Airport
Montrose AirstripSmall Airport
Netherley Private AirstripSmall Airport
Old MeldrumSmall Airport
Pittodrie-HouseSmall Airport
Whiterashes Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Cove

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Cove Bay Post Office

Treatment Centers in Cove

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alcohol & Drugs Action
Timmermarket Clinic

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cove

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Mary's 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 Cove

What is the population of Cove?

Cove has a population of 7,060 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 76 people per square mile, spread across 92.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Cove expensive to live in?

The median household income is $50,825, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $178,855 (37% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,271 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Cove?

Cove has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.9 inches.

How is the job market in Cove?

Cove has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $977. There are 642 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Cove?

The median home value in Cove is $178,855. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,271. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Cove?

50.0% of adults in Cove 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 Cove?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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