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East Kilbride, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

East Kilbride is a mid-size city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 74,740. Elevation: 528 ft (161 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.2 /5.0
A Great
74,740 Population 87/sq mi density
528 ft Elevation 161 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
59.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$52,230 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$52,230 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$219,092 home value, $1,306/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population74,740
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density87/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,230
Per Capita$52,230
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A
Home Value$219,092
Rent$1,306
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units29,896

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain59.2 in/yr
Sunny Days193/yr
Elevation528 ft (161 m)

Education

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

Community

Population74,740
Population Density87 / sq mi
Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Coordinates55.7641°, -4.1767°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation59.2 inches (1,504 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.5 inches (37 cm)
Median Household Income$52,230
Median Age40.6 years

About East Kilbride

East Kilbride is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 74,740. The city sits at an elevation of 528 feet (161 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

East Kilbride has a population of 74,740 with a density of 87 people per square mile, spread across 862.8 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

74,740
Total Population
87
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
862.8mi²
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

East Kilbride vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in East Kilbride is $52,230, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,230 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,004, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 20 business establishments, including 7 restaurants. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: East Kilbride vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$52,230
30% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$52,230
Avg Weekly Wage$1,004

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)20

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare4
Retail1

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in East Kilbride is $219,092, 22% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,306 (12% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 29,896 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$219,092
22% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,306
12% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units29,896

Property Tax

Climate in East Kilbride

East Kilbride has an average annual temperature of 8.4°C (47°F). The hottest month is Jul (14.2°C), the coldest is Jan (3.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1331 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 3.1°C / 38°F -3.2° / 9.7° 105.8
Feb 4.1°C / 39°F -3.4° / 9.8° 132.4
Mar 4.8°C / 41°F -2° / 11.9° 107.6
Apr 6.6°C / 44°F -1.8° / 15.3° 64.6
May 10.2°C / 50°F 1.8° / 19.9° 86.5
Jun 12.9°C / 55°F 5.4° / 22.3° 81.1
Jul 14.2°C / 58°F 7.4° / 23.4° 115.3
Aug 14.1°C / 57°F 7° / 23° 124.8
Sep 12°C / 54°F 4° / 21° 102.0
Oct 8.9°C / 48°F 1.7° / 14.9° 152.1
Nov 5.8°C / 42°F -1° / 12.4° 116.9
Dec 3.8°C / 39°F -2.3° / 10.7° 142.4
East Kilbride experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 193 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 14.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 528 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Sunny Days193 days/yr

Geography

Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Area862.8 sq mi (2,234.7 km²)
Population Density87/sq mi
Coordinates55.7641°N, 4.1767°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.2"
56% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 14.5"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.46"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.87"

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 M3.5 121 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 136 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 47 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 147 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 81 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 49 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 98 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 45 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 M2.6 140 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 47 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 99 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (4°C) 6.5 in Wettest
February 38°F (3°C) 4.5 in Coldest
March 40°F (5°C) 4.9 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.9 in Driest
May 49°F (9°C) 3.0 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.9 in
July 56°F (14°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 56°F (14°C) 3.9 in
September 52°F (11°C) 5.4 in
October 47°F (8°C) 6.2 in
November 42°F (5°C) 6.1 in
December 39°F (4°C) 6.1 in

East Kilbride has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 38°F in February to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 55.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.5") 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. 4 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

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 Density87/sq mi
Total Area862.8 sq mi

Services

Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants7
Retail Stores1

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in East Kilbride

25 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Heathery Knowe Primary School
Auldhouse Primary School
St Leonard's Primary School
West Mains / Halfmerke Primary School
Castlefield Primary School
East Milton Primary School
Duncanrig Secondary School
Kirktonholme Primary School
St Kenneth's Primary School
St Vincent's Primary School
Crosshouse Primary School
Our Lady Of Lourdes Primary School
South Park Primary School
Long Calderwood Primary School
Murray Primary School
St Louise's Primary School
Hunter Primary School
St Andrew's and St Bride's High School
Blacklaw Primary School
Maxwellton Primary School
Canberra Primary School
Greenhills Primary School
St Hilary's Primary School
Mount Cameron Primary School
Calderglen and Sanderson High Schools
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Radio Stations near East Kilbride

19 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
Stirling Community Radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in East Kilbride

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Auld Kirk Museum
Burns House Museum
Clydebank Museum and Art Gallery
Colzium Museum
Cumbernauld Museum
Darvel Telephone Museum
David Livingstone Museum
Fairfield Heritage Centre
Glasgow Museums Resource Centre
Glasgow Police Museum
Glasgow Science Centre
Glenlee Visitor Centre
Greenbank Garden
Holmwood House
House for an Art Lover
Hunterian Museum
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Kilsyth Museum
Lochgoin Museum
Low Parks Museum
Motherwell Heritage Centre
National Museum of Rural Life
National Piping Centre
People's Palace
Provand's Lordship
Renfrew Museum
Riverside Museum
Royal Highland Fusiliers
Scotland Street School Museum
Scottish Football Museum
Sma' Shot Cottages
St Mungo Museum of Religious Life & Art
Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life
The Burrell Collection
The Govan Stones
The Mackintosh House
The Museum of Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow
The Tenement House
University of Glasgow Hunterian at Kelvin Hall
Victoria Park Fossil Grove

Libraries in East Kilbride

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Abronhill Library0.0
Airdrie Library0.0
Airdrie Public Library & Observatory0.0
Anniesland Library0.0
Baillieston Library0.0
Barmulloch Community Centre and Library0.0
Barrhead Library0.0
Bearsden Library0.0
Blantyre Library0.0
Bothwell Library0.0
Bridgeton Library0.0
Burnbank Library0.0
Busby Library0.0
Cambuslang Library0.0
Cardonald Library0.0
Castlemilk Library0.0
Chapelhall Library0.0
Clarkston Library0.0
Condorrat Library0.0
Couper Institute Library0.0
Craighead Library Craighead Community Centre0.0
Cumbernauld Library0.0
Dennistoun Library0.0
Duntocher Library0.0
Eaglesham Library0.0
East Kilbride Library0.0
Elder Park Library0.0
Giffnock Public Library0.0
Glasgow Centre For The Deaf0.0
Glasgow University Library Research Annexe0.0
Glasgow Women's Libraryü0.0
Glasgow Zine Library0.0
Gorbals Library and Real Learning Centre0.0
Govanhill Library0.0
Greenhills Library0.0
Hamilton Town House Library0.0
Hillhead Library0.0
Hillhouse Library0.0
Ibrox Library0.0
Kilsyth Library0.0
Knightswood Library0.0
Langside Library0.0
Larkhall Library0.0
Lennoxtown Library0.0
Lenzie Library0.0
Library @ The Bridge0.0
Library at GoMA0.0
Main Street Library0.0
Maryhill Library0.0
Mearns Library0.0
Milngavie Library & Community Education Centre0.0
Milton Library0.0
Milton Library and Learning Centre0.0
Mitchell Library0.0
Music Broth - Scotland's Loudest Library0.0
National Library of Scotland at Kelvin Hall0.0
Neilston Library0.0
Newmilns Library0.0
Paisley Central Library0.0
Parkhead Library0.0
Partick Library0.0
Pollokshaws Library0.0
Possilpark Library & Learning Centre0.0
Renfrew Library0.0
Riddrie Library0.0
Royston Library0.0
Rutherglen Library0.0
Shettleston Library0.0
Springburn Library0.0
St Leonards Library & Community Hall0.0
Stepps Cultural Centre & Library0.0
Stonehouse Library0.0
Thornliebank Community Library0.0
Uddingston Library0.0
University of Glasgow Library0.0
University of Strathclyde Library0.0
Westerton Hall and Library0.0
William Patrick Library0.0
Woodside Library0.0

Farmers Markets in East Kilbride

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Barras East End Studios
Barras East End Studios
Blochairn Car Boot Sale
Blochairn Car Boot Sale
Bridgeton Cross Retail Market
Bridgeton Cross Retail Market
Glasgow Antiques and Collectables Market
Glasgow Antiques and Collectables Market
Glasgow Farmers Market
InShopz
Market Square
Marketland
Marketland
McIver's Markets
McIver's Markets
Savoy Centre
Savoy Centre
The New Market
The Square Yard

Hotels in East Kilbride

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bruce Hotel
Crutherland House Hotel
Premier Inn
Premier Inn
Premier Inn
The Torrance Hotel

Restaurants in East Kilbride

10 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Atrium Court
Cathay Cuisine
Crooked Lum
Di Maggios
Harvester
Mata Hari
Richmond Oriental
Taj Palace
The Leeburn
Yakitori House

Cafes in East Kilbride

8 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Costa
Costa
Courtyard Cafe
Hunter House Cafe (Long Calderwood Farmhouse)
Ice Lab
Starbucks
Waterside Cafe
Wild Bean Cafe

Cinemas in East Kilbride

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Odeon

Theatres in East Kilbride

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Village Theatre

Monuments in East Kilbride

3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gate Pier
Gate Pier
Lindsay of Dunrod Armorial Stone

Castles in East Kilbride

3 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mains Castle
Site of Hamilton of Torrance Castle
Site of Kilbride Castle (Laigh Mains Motte)

Zoos in East Kilbride

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Calderglen Zoo

Dentists in East Kilbride

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #444926197
St Leonards Dental Practice

Veterinaries in East Kilbride

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Vets4Pets

Train Stations in East Kilbride

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

East Kilbride

Bus Stations in East Kilbride

1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

East Kilbride Bus Station

Gas Stations in East Kilbride

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
BP
BP
Buchandyke Petrol Station
Co-op
GB #458399002
Morrisons
Sainsbury's

Shopping Malls in East Kilbride

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Murray Square shops

Gyms in East Kilbride

2 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #685225011
Nuffield Health Fitness & Wellbeing

Golf Courses in East Kilbride

5 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brancumhall Golf Development Centre
East Kilbride Golf Club
Langlands Golf Club
Playsport Golf Test Drive Range
Torrance House Golf Club

Breweries in East Kilbride

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Drygate
Epochal Barrel Fermented Ales
Epochal Barrel Fermented Ales
Shilling Brewing Company
Shilling Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in East Kilbride

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near East Kilbride

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 East Kilbride

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Glasgow AirportGLALarge Airport
Glasgow Prestwick AirportPIKLarge Airport
Balado AirfieldSmall Airport
Benston Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Blair Drummond Private AirstripSmall Airport
Broomhill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Buchlyvie AirstripSmall Airport
Carlung FarmSmall Airport
Cumbernauld AirportSmall Airport
Dollar airstripSmall Airport
East Lochlane Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Glenswinton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Kier Garden AirstripSmall Airport
Kilkerran ULSmall Airport
Latch Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Mayfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Mosside Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Nethershields Farm AirstripSmall Airport
New Grimmet Farm AirstripSmall Airport
PolmontSmall Airport
Sheardale airstripSmall Airport
Skydive StrathallanSmall Airport
South Barnbeth Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Stonehill Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Strathaven AirfieldSmall Airport
Thankerton private airstripSmall Airport
Thornhill AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in East Kilbride

5 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Calderwood Post Office
East Kilbride Post Office
Greenhills Post Office
Maxwell Drive Post Office
St Leonards Post Office

Treatment Centers in East Kilbride

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Calton Athletic Recovery Group

Churches & Religious Organizations in East Kilbride

20 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Calderwood Baptist Church
Claremont Parish Church
East Kilbride Old Parish Church
East Mains Baptist Church
Greenhills Parish Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses
Moncreiff Parish Church
Plymouth Brethren Church
Saint Vincents
South Parish Church
St Andrews Methodist Church
St Bride's
St Mark's
St. Columba Lutheran Church
St. Leonards R. C. Church
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
The Salvation Army
West Kirk
Westwood Baptist Church
Westwoodhill Evangelical Church

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Waterfalls
11
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

Around East Kilbride

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 30
Hospitals 1
Pharmacies 3
Restaurants 7
Cafes 6
Bars 1
Supermarkets 1
Banks 1
Libraries 1
Parks 78
Places of Worship 1

Things to See Near East Kilbride

72 places within 15 km

⚱️ Archaeological Sites (54)
  • • Basket Kilns (destroyed)
  • • Beech Avenue (with agricultural ridge)
  • • Bothwellhaugh Roman Bathhouse
  • • Calderwood Castle
  • • Camp Knowe
  • + 49 more
🏰 Castles (18)
  • • Balgray Tower
  • • Cadzow Castle (ruin)
  • • Castlehill (Motte & ditches)
  • • Cathcart Castle
  • • Craigneith Castle
  • + 13 more

🇬🇧 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 East Kilbride

What is the population of East Kilbride?

East Kilbride has a population of 74,740 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 87 people per square mile, spread across 862.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is East Kilbride expensive to live in?

The median household income is $52,230, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $219,092 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,306 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in East Kilbride?

East Kilbride has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 193 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.2 inches, with 14.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in East Kilbride?

East Kilbride has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,004. There are 20 business establishments in the area, including 7 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in East Kilbride?

The median home value in East Kilbride is $219,092. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,306. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in East Kilbride?

50.0% of adults in East Kilbride 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 East Kilbride?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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