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Drongan, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Drongan is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 3,170. Elevation: 348 ft (106 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
3,170 Population 5/sq mi density
348 ft Elevation 106 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
54.8 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,944 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$249,800 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Drongan

Drongan

Drongan is a former mining village in East Ayrshire, some 8 miles (13 km) east of Ayr and west of Cumnock. It had a population of 4686 in 2011.

People

Population3,170
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,944
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$249,800
Rent$1,249
Ownership63.0%
Housing Units1,268

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain54.8 in/yr
Sunny Days237/yr
Elevation348 ft (106 m)

Education

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

Community

Population3,170
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Coordinates55.4350°, -4.4555°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation54.8 inches (1,391 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Drongan

Drongan is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 3,170. The city sits at an elevation of 348 feet (106 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 54.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Drongan has a population of 3,170 with a density of 5 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. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average).

Population

3,170
Total Population
5
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

Drongan vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Drongan is $49,944, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 288 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Drongan vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,944
34% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,944
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)288

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Drongan is $249,800, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,268 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$249,800
11% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,249
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.0%
Owner-Occupied63.0%
Renter-Occupied37.0%
Housing Units1,268

Property Tax

Drongan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 237 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 348 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average46.0°F
15% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days237 days/yr

Geography

Elevation348 ft (106 m)
Area708.3 sq mi (1,834.6 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates55.4350°N, 4.4555°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 54.8"
44% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.22"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.91"

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 M3.5 121 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 135 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 82 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 64 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 83 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 121 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 119 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 79 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 128 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 M2.5 135 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 6.0 in
February 37°F (3°C) 4.1 in Coldest
March 40°F (4°C) 4.7 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.9 in Driest
May 49°F (9°C) 3.0 in
June 53°F (12°C) 3.0 in
July 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 56°F (13°C) 4.1 in
September 52°F (11°C) 5.4 in
October 47°F (9°C) 6.2 in Wettest
November 42°F (5°C) 6.1 in
December 39°F (4°C) 5.9 in

Drongan has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 37°F in February to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 54.7 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.2") and April the driest (2.9").

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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 Density5/sq mi
Total Area708.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Drongan

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Littlemill Primary - - - -
Drongan Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Drongan

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
Regal Radio blues, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Buena Vida community radio, multi genre MP3 192 kbps
HBSA Hospital Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Impact-Digital-Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Go Radio Glasgow - MP3 128 kbps
Quality Radio - MP3
Jambo! Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Johnstone Sound - MP3 320 kbps
Heart FM Glasgow - AAC 48 kbps
Sunny G Community Radio community MP3 320 kbps
Radio Buena Vida community radio, music MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Drongan

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

Libraries in Drongan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alloway Library0.0
Andrew Fisher Library0.0
Bellfield Community Library0.0
Bourtreehill Library0.0
Carnegie Library0.0
Cumnock 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
The Lorimer Library0.0
Troon Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Drongan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Kilmarnock Indoor Market

Stadiums & Teams in Drongan

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Drongan

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 Drongan

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Glasgow AirportGLALarge Airport
Glasgow Prestwick AirportPIKLarge Airport
Benston Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Blair Drummond Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Buchlyvie Airstrip-Small Airport
Bute Airfield-Small Airport
Carlung Farm-Small Airport
Castle Kennedy Airfield-Small Airport
Cumbernauld Airport-Small Airport
Falgunzeon Glider Airfield-Small Airport
Glenswinton Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kier Garden Airstrip-Small Airport
Kilkerran UL-Small Airport
Lennox Plunton Airstrip-Small Airport
Mayfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Mosside Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Nethershields Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
New Grimmet Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Stonehill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Strathaven Airfield-Small Airport
Thornhill Airfield-Small Airport
Wigtown Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Drongan

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Drongan Mobile Service Post Office
Rankinston Mobile Service Post Office

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 Drongan

What is the population of Drongan?

Drongan has a population of 3,170 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 5 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 Drongan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $249,800 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Drongan?

Drongan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 237 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 54.8 inches.

How is the job market in Drongan?

Drongan has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 288 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Drongan?

The median home value in Drongan is $249,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.

How are the schools in Drongan?

50.0% of adults in Drongan 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 Drongan?

90% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability.

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