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Dreghorn, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Dreghorn is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 3,640. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

4.4 /5.0
A Great
3,640 Population 589/sq mi density
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
41.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$51,196 Median Income
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$51,196 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$165,301 home value, $1,280/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population3,640
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density589/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,196
Per Capita$51,196
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,301
Rent$1,280
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units1,456

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)

Education

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

Community

Population3,640
Population Density589 / sq mi
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates55.6081°, -4.6223°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation41.9 inches (1,065 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$51,196
Median Age40.6 years

About Dreghorn

Dreghorn is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 3,640. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Dreghorn has a population of 3,640 with a density of 589 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 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

3,640
Total Population
589
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
6.2mi²
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

Dreghorn vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Dreghorn is $51,196, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,196 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $985, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 331 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Dreghorn vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,196
32% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$51,196
Avg Weekly Wage$985

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)331

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Dreghorn is $165,301, 41% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,280 (10% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,456 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,301
41% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,280
10% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units1,456

Property Tax

Dreghorn experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area6.2 sq mi (16.0 km²)
Population Density589/sq mi
Coordinates55.6081°N, 4.6223°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 41.9"
10% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.80"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.17"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 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 M3.5 102 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 116 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 64 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 146 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 84 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 65 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 102 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 98 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 69 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 59 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 148 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 63 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 117 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
720 HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) Questionable Earthquake 137 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 4.4 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 3.2 in
March 42°F (5°C) 3.5 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.2 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.2 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.4 in
July 58°F (15°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.4 in
September 54°F (12°C) 4.2 in
October 49°F (10°C) 4.8 in Wettest
November 44°F (6°C) 4.6 in
December 41°F (5°C) 4.4 in

Dreghorn has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 39°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 41.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.8") and April the driest (2.2").

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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 Density589/sq mi
Total Area6.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Dreghorn

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St John Ogilvie Primary School
Greenwood Academy
Elderbank Primary School
Dreghorn Primary School and Early Years
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Radio Stations near Dreghorn

17 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
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 Dreghorn

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ayr Through the Ages - The Heritage Hub
Bachelor's Club
Batchelor's Club
Big Idea
Burns Cottage
Burns House Museum
Cartoon Exhibition
Dean Castle Country Park Rural Life Centre
Dick Institute
Dundonald Castle Vistor Centre
Kelburn Museum
Largs Museum
North Ayrshire Heritage Centre
Paisley Museum and Art Galleries
Robert Burns Birthplace Museum
Scottish Maritime Museum
Scottish Maritime Museum Puffer Café and Shop
Sma' Shot Cottages
Weaver's Cottage
Wellwood Burns Centre and Museum
West Kilbride Museum

Libraries in Dreghorn

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alloway Library0.0
Andrew Fisher Library0.0
Barrhead Library0.0
Beith Library0.0
Bellfield Community Library0.0
Bourtreehill Library0.0
Bridge of Weir community library0.0
Carnegie Library0.0
Dalry Library0.0
Dreghorn Library0.0
Fairlie Library0.0
Ferguslie Library0.0
Forehill Branch Library0.0
Foxbar Library0.0
Glenburn Library0.0
Hurlford Community Library0.0
Irvine Library0.0
Johnstone Library0.0
Kilbirnie Library0.0
Kilwinning Library0.0
Largs Library0.0
Lochwinnoch Library0.0
Neilston Library0.0
New Tweedie Hall and Library0.0
Paisley Central Library0.0
Prestwick Library0.0
Robertson Tryst Library & Learning Resource Centre0.0
Springside Library and Community Centre0.0
Stevenston Library0.0
The Lorimer Library0.0
Troon Library0.0
West Kilbride Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Dreghorn

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kilmarnock Indoor Market

Hotels in Dreghorn

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gailes Hotel

Clinics in Dreghorn

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bourtreehill Medical Practice

Dentists in Dreghorn

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Storm Dental

Gas Stations in Dreghorn

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP

Golf Courses in Dreghorn

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Dundonald Links
Western Gailes Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in Dreghorn

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Ski Resorts Near Dreghorn

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 Dreghorn

18 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
Mayfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Nethershields Farm AirstripSmall Airport
New Grimmet Farm AirstripSmall Airport
South Barnbeth Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Strathaven AirfieldSmall Airport
Thornhill AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Dreghorn

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bourtreehill Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dreghorn

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Relief Parish Church
St John Ogilvie Parish Church
The Life Church in Irvine

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 Dreghorn

What is the population of Dreghorn?

Dreghorn has a population of 3,640 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 589 people per square mile, spread across 6.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Dreghorn expensive to live in?

The median household income is $51,196, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $165,301 (41% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,280 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Dreghorn?

Dreghorn has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 41.9 inches.

How is the job market in Dreghorn?

Dreghorn has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $985. There are 331 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Dreghorn?

The median home value in Dreghorn is $165,301. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,280. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Dreghorn?

50.0% of adults in Dreghorn 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 Dreghorn?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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