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East Linton, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

East Linton is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,700. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,700 Population 5/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
35.1 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,167 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$49,167 median income, 4.8% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.4 / 5.0
$369,988 home value, $1,229/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About East Linton

East Linton

East Linton is a village and former police burgh in East Lothian, Scotland, situated on the River Tyne and A199 road five miles east of Haddington, with an estimated population of
1,790 in 2020.
During the 19th century the population increased from 715 inhabitants in 1831 to 1,042 by 1881. The 1961 census showed the village had a population of 1,579. The number dropped significantly at the end of the 20th century, but has subsequently risen again.

People

Population1,700
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,167
Per Capita$49,167
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

C
Home Value$369,988
Rent$1,229
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units680

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain35.1 in/yr
Sunny Days272/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)

Education

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

Community

Population1,700
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates55.9874°, -2.6568°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation35.1 inches (892 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,167
Median Age40.6 years

About East Linton

East Linton is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,700. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 36°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.1 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

East Linton has a population of 1,700 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 331.2 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

1,700
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
331.2mi²
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

East Linton vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in East Linton is $49,167, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,167 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $946, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 155 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: East Linton vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,167
35% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,167
Avg Weekly Wage$946

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)155

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in East Linton is $369,988, 31% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,229 (6% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 680 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$369,988
31% above United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,229
6% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units680

Property Tax

East Linton has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 272 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 35.1 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below United Kingdom avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days272 days/yr

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area331.2 sq mi (857.9 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates55.9874°N, 2.6568°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.1"
8% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.66"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M2.5 on May 28, 2008.

Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 111 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 116 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 113 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 93 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 136 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 112 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 127 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 145 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 36°F (2°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 2.5 in
March 39°F (4°C) 2.7 in
April 42°F (6°C) 2.1 in Driest
May 48°F (9°C) 2.4 in
June 53°F (12°C) 2.5 in
July 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in Warmest
August 56°F (13°C) 3.2 in
September 52°F (11°C) 3.2 in
October 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in Wettest
November 40°F (5°C) 3.4 in
December 37°F (3°C) 3.3 in

East Linton has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 36°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.1 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.7") 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 Density5/sq mi
Total Area331.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in East Linton

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
East Linton Primary School
Stenton Primary School
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Radio Stations near East Linton

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
East Coast FM Haddington easy listening MP3 320 kbps
Dundee Radio Club community radio, field recordings MP3 320 kbps
TD1 Radio MP3 192 kbps
Tay Bridges Radio MP3 320 kbps

Museums in East Linton

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Coastal Communities Museum
Dunbar Town House Museum and Gallery
Glenkinchie Distillery Visitor Centre
John Gray Centre
John Muir Birthplace
Myreton Motor Museum
National Museum of Flight
Preston Mill
Scottish Fisheries Museum
Scottish Seabird Centre
St Monans Heritage Collection

Libraries in East Linton

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Colinsburgh Galloway Library0.0
Dunbar LIbrary0.0
East Linton Library0.0
Elie Library0.0
George Waterston Library0.0
John Gray Centre0.0
Longniddry Library and Community Centre0.0
North Berwick Library0.0
Pittenweem Library0.0
St Monans Library0.0
Waid Library0.0

Farmers Markets in East Linton

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
East Fortune Sunday Market
Haddington Farmers' Market
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Hotels in East Linton

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Linton

Restaurants in East Linton

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Merryhatton Garden Centre
Wok N Go noodlebar

Cafes in East Linton

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Barney's Coffee Shop
Hometown - Mindful Coffee Roasters
Smeaton Tearoom
Tyninghame Smithy

Monuments in East Linton

3 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Haddington Obelisk
R34 Memorial
Rennie Memorial

Castles in East Linton

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hailes Castle
Stoneypath Tower

Train Stations in East Linton

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

East Linton

Banks in East Linton

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

RBS Mobile Bank

Breweries in East Linton

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Archerfield Fine Ales
Futtle

Airports Near East Linton

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edinburgh AirportEDILarge Airport
Dundee AirportDNDMedium Airport
Leuchars Station AirfieldADXMedium Airport
Archerfield AirstripSmall Airport
Baldardo FieldSmall Airport
Balgone AirstripSmall Airport
Balgrummo Steading AirstripSmall Airport
Castleton FarmSmall Airport
Charterhall AirfieldSmall Airport
East Fortune AirfieldSmall Airport
Eccles Newton Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Fife AirportSmall Airport
FinglandSmall Airport
Forfar AirstripSmall Airport
Hilton of Carslogie AirstripSmall Airport
Kingsmuir AirfieldSmall Airport
Kirriemuir Farm StripSmall Airport
Lempitlaw Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Midlem AirstripSmall Airport
Milfield Glider FieldSmall Airport
Montrose AirstripSmall Airport
Nairns Mains AirstripSmall Airport
Nether Huntlywood AirstripSmall Airport
Perth/Scone AirportPSLSmall Airport
Pilmuir Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Portmoak Glider FieldSmall Airport
RAF KirknewtonSmall Airport
Teuchats Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in East Linton

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
East Linton Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in East Linton

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Prestonkirk
St Mary's
Stenton Parish Church
Whittingehame Parish Church

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 East Linton

What is the population of East Linton?

East Linton has a population of 1,700 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 331.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is East Linton expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,167, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $369,988 (31% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,229 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in East Linton?

East Linton 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 56°F in July. The area receives 272 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.1 inches.

How is the job market in East Linton?

East Linton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $946. There are 155 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in East Linton?

The median home value in East Linton is $369,988. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,229. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in East Linton?

50.0% of adults in East Linton 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 Linton?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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