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Dunkeld, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Dunkeld is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,340. Elevation: 194 ft (59 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,340 Population 8/sq mi density
194 ft Elevation 59 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
39.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$50,716 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$50,716 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$285,648 home value, $1,268/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Dunkeld

Dunkeld

Dunkeld is a town in Perth and Kinross, Scotland. The location of a historic cathedral, it lies on the north bank of the River Tay, opposite Birnam. Dunkeld lies close to the geological Highland Boundary Fault, and is frequently described as the "Gateway to the Highlands" due to its position on the main road and rail lines north. Dunkeld has a railway station, Dunkeld & Birnam, on the Highland Main Line, and is about 25 kilometres north of Perth on what is now the A9 road. The main road formerly ran through the town, however following the modernisation of this road it now passes to the west of Dunkeld.

People

Population1,340
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density8/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,716
Per Capita$50,716
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B
Home Value$285,648
Rent$1,268
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units536

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation194 ft (59 m)

Education

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

Community

Population1,340
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Coordinates56.5655°, -3.5856°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation39.1 inches (994 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$50,716
Median Age40.6 years

About Dunkeld

Dunkeld is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,340. The city sits at an elevation of 194 feet (59 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Dunkeld has a population of 1,340 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 176.3 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

1,340
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
176.3mi²
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

Dunkeld vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Dunkeld is $50,716, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,716 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $975, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 122 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Dunkeld vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$50,716
33% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$50,716
Avg Weekly Wage$975

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)122

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Dunkeld is $285,648, 1% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,268 (9% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 536 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$285,648
1% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,268
9% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units536

Property Tax

Dunkeld has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 265 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 39.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 194 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below United Kingdom avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Area176.3 sq mi (456.5 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates56.5655°N, 3.5856°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.1"
3% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.88"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Nov 1, 2017.

Aug 4, 2017 31 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.8 134 km
Jan 23, 2011 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.5 137 km
Aug 17, 1994 40 km SE of Portree, United Kingdom M3.2 146 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 68 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 132 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 68 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 104 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 56 km
Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 77 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 137 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 68 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 47 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 4.9 in Coldest, Wettest
February 36°F (2°C) 3.1 in
March 39°F (4°C) 3.4 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.1 in Driest
May 49°F (9°C) 2.5 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 56°F (14°C) 2.7 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.5 in
October 46°F (8°C) 4.1 in
November 40°F (5°C) 3.9 in
December 37°F (3°C) 4.0 in

Dunkeld has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 36°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.9") 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 Density8/sq mi
Total Area176.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Dunkeld

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Royal School of Dunkeld - - - -
Moore House Group - Dunkeld Campus - - - -
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Radio Stations near Dunkeld

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CareSound Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Radio GH folk MP3 128 kbps
Stirling Community Radio - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Dunkeld

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Black Watch Museum
Cluny House Gardens
Perth Museum
Pitlochry & Moulin Heritage Centre
Stanley Mills
The Library of Innerpeffray
William Soutar's House

Libraries in Dunkeld

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
AK Bell Library0.0
Birnam Library0.0
Blairgowrie Library0.0
Community Archive0.0
Dunkeld Community Archive0.0
Gillingham Library0.0
Glenalmond College Library0.0
Pitlochry Library0.0
Scone Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Dunkeld

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Blairgowrie Farmers' Market

Hotels in Dunkeld

8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Atholl Arms Hotel
Birnam Hotel
Dunkeld House Hotel
Merryburn Hotel
Perth Arms Hotel
Royal Dunkeld Hotel
Tay House
Taybank

Restaurants in Dunkeld

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Taybank Pizza
Woodlands Bistro

Cafes in Dunkeld

8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Birnam Arts Cafe
Clootie Dumpling
Dunkeld's
Granny Blacks
Palmerston's Restaurants
Redwood Wines
Taybank
The Birnam Oak Cafe

Monuments in Dunkeld

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Benachally Monument

Clinics in Dunkeld

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Craigvinean Surgery

Dentists in Dunkeld

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

iblu Dentist

Veterinaries in Dunkeld

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Dunkeld Vet

Train Stations in Dunkeld

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dunkeld and Birnam

Gas Stations in Dunkeld

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Young's Garage

Golf Courses in Dunkeld

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dunkeld and Birnam Golf Club

Breweries in Dunkeld

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Innis & Gunn
Moulin Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Dunkeld

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Dunkeld

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Glenshee Ski Center 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Dunkeld

30 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edinburgh AirportEDILarge Airport
Dundee AirportDNDMedium Airport
Leuchars Station AirfieldADXMedium Airport
Aboyne Airfield-Small Airport
Balado Airfield-Small Airport
Balgrummo Steading Airstrip-Small Airport
Blair Atholl Airfield-Small Airport
Blair Drummond Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Broomhill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Buchlyvie Airstrip-Small Airport
Cumbernauld Airport-Small Airport
Dollar airstrip-Small Airport
East Lochlane Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Feshiebridge Glider Field-Small Airport
Fife Airport-Small Airport
Hilton of Carslogie Airstrip-Small Airport
Kier Garden Airstrip-Small Airport
Kirriemuir Farm Strip-Small Airport
Latch Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Nairns Mains Airstrip-Small Airport
Perth/Scone AirportPSLSmall 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
Teuchats Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Thornhill Airfield-Small Airport
Tullochgribban-High Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Dunkeld

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Birnam Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Dunkeld

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Dunkeld Cathedral
Little Dunkeld Kirk
St Columba's
St. Mary's Church

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Dunkeld

What is the population of Dunkeld?

Dunkeld has a population of 1,340 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 176.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Dunkeld expensive to live in?

The median household income is $50,716, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $285,648 (1% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,268 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Dunkeld?

Dunkeld has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.1 inches.

How is the job market in Dunkeld?

Dunkeld has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $975. There are 122 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Dunkeld?

The median home value in Dunkeld is $285,648. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,268. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Dunkeld?

50.0% of adults in Dunkeld 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 Dunkeld?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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