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Coylton, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Coylton is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,180. Elevation: 240 ft (73 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

4.3 /5.0
A Great
2,180 Population 3/sq mi density
240 ft Elevation 73 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
43.7 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$54,707 Median Income
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$54,707 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$214,941 home value, $1,368/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Coylton

Coylton

Coylton is a village and civil parish in South Ayrshire, Scotland. It is five miles east of Ayr and 2+1⁄2 miles west of Drongan, on the A70. Sundrum Castle Holiday Park is to the west of the village, in the grounds of Sundrum Castle, which partly dates to the 13th century. A rocking stone stands atop the Craigs of Kyle near Coylton. It weighs about 30 tons and rests upon two stones. A large standing stone known as Wallace's Stone stands nearby. The village is also home to a parish church of the Gothic style, built in 1832.

People

Population2,180
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density3/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,707
Per Capita$54,707
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A
Home Value$214,941
Rent$1,368
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units872

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Sunny Days257/yr
Elevation240 ft (73 m)

Education

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

Community

Population2,180
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Coordinates55.4453°, -4.5195°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation43.7 inches (1,111 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$54,707
Median Age40.6 years

About Coylton

Coylton is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 2,180. The city sits at an elevation of 240 feet (73 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.7 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Coylton has a population of 2,180 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 708.3 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

2,180
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
708.3mi²
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

Coylton vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Coylton is $54,707, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,707 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,052, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 198 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Coylton vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$54,707
27% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$54,707
Avg Weekly Wage$1,052

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)198

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Coylton is $214,941, 24% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,368 (18% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 872 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,941
24% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,368
18% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units872

Property Tax

Coylton experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 257 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 240 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days257 days/yr

Geography

Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Area708.3 sq mi (1,834.6 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates55.4453°N, 4.5195°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.7"
15% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.00"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

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

May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 117 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 131 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 81 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 68 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 82 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 117 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 117 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 84 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 75 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 132 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 81 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 134 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 130 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 4.5 in
February 39°F (4°C) 3.2 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 3.6 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.4 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.4 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.6 in
July 58°F (14°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.3 in
October 49°F (9°C) 5.0 in Wettest
November 43°F (6°C) 4.8 in
December 40°F (5°C) 4.5 in

Coylton has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 39°F in February to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.0") and April the driest (2.4").

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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 Density3/sq mi
Total Area708.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Coylton

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Coylton Primary
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Radio Stations near Coylton

18 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Linn Classical classical MP3 320 kbps
Clyde Built Radio arts, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Linn Jazz jazz MP3 320 kbps
Celtic Music Radio MP3
Orryy Live 24/7, bouncy MP3
Capital FM Glasgow AAC 48 kbps
Buena Vida community radio, multi genre MP3 192 kbps
Regal Radio blues, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Impact-Digital-Radio MP3 128 kbps
Go Radio Glasgow MP3 128 kbps
Quality Radio MP3
Johnstone Sound MP3 320 kbps
Jambo! Radio MP3 192 kbps
HBSA Hospital Radio MP3 128 kbps
Heart FM Glasgow AAC 48 kbps
Sunny G Community Radio community MP3 320 kbps
Radio Buena Vida community radio, music MP3 192 kbps
100.8 Home Radio MP3

Museums in Coylton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ayr Through the Ages - The Heritage Hub
Bachelor's Club
Batchelor's Club
Big Idea
Burns Cottage
Burns House Museum
Darvel Telephone Museum
Dean Castle Country Park Rural Life Centre
Dick Institute
Dundonald Castle Vistor Centre
Lochgoin Museum
Robert Burns Birthplace Museum
Scottish Maritime Museum
Scottish Maritime Museum Puffer Café and Shop
Wellwood Burns Centre and Museum

Libraries in Coylton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alloway Library0.0
Andrew Fisher Library0.0
Bellfield Community Library0.0
Bourtreehill Library0.0
Carnegie Library0.0
Dreghorn Library0.0
Forehill Branch Library0.0
Hurlford Community Library0.0
Irvine Library0.0
Kilwinning Library0.0
Maybole Library0.0
Newmilns Library0.0
Prestwick Library0.0
Springside Library and Community Centre0.0
Stevenston Library0.0
The Lorimer Library0.0
Troon Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Coylton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kilmarnock Indoor Market

Cafes in Coylton

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Me's

Castles in Coylton

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sundrum Castle

Gas Stations in Coylton

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Thames

Golf Courses in Coylton

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Roodlea Golf Course

Stadiums & Teams in Coylton

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Coylton

2 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Coylton

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Glasgow AirportGLALarge Airport
Glasgow Prestwick AirportPIKLarge Airport
Benston Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Blair Drummond Private AirstripSmall Airport
Buchlyvie AirstripSmall Airport
Bute AirfieldSmall Airport
Carlung FarmSmall Airport
Castle Kennedy AirfieldSmall Airport
Cumbernauld AirportSmall Airport
Glenswinton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Kier Garden AirstripSmall Airport
Kilkerran ULSmall Airport
Lennox Plunton AirstripSmall Airport
Mayfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Mosside Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Nethershields Farm AirstripSmall Airport
New Grimmet Farm AirstripSmall Airport
South Barnbeth Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Stonehill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Strathaven AirfieldSmall Airport
Thornhill AirfieldSmall Airport
Wigtown AirfieldSmall Airport

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 Coylton

What is the population of Coylton?

Coylton has a population of 2,180 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 708.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Coylton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $54,707, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $214,941 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,368 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Coylton?

Coylton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 257 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.7 inches.

How is the job market in Coylton?

Coylton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,052. There are 198 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Coylton?

The median home value in Coylton is $214,941. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,368. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Coylton?

50.0% of adults in Coylton 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 Coylton?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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