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Edzell, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Edzell is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 900. Elevation: 194 ft (59 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.2 /5.0
A Great
900 Population 776/sq mi density
194 ft Elevation 59 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
26.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$47,360 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$47,360 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$204,065 home value, $1,184/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population900
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density776/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,360
Per Capita$47,360
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A
Home Value$204,065
Rent$1,184
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units360

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain26.9 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation194 ft (59 m)

Education

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

Community

Population900
Population Density776 / sq mi
Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Coordinates56.8091°, -2.6561°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation26.9 inches (684 mm)
Annual Snowfall2.7 inches (7 cm)
Median Household Income$47,360
Median Age40.6 years

About Edzell

Edzell is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 900. The city sits at an elevation of 194 feet (59 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 35°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 26.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Edzell has a population of 900 with a density of 776 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 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

900
Total Population
776
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
1.2mi²
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

Edzell vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Edzell is $47,360, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,360 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $911, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 82 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Edzell vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,360
37% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$47,360
Avg Weekly Wage$911

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)82

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Edzell is $204,065, 28% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,184 (2% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 360 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$204,065
28% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,184
2% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units360

Property Tax

Edzell experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. The area gets 287 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 26.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.7 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 194 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below United Kingdom avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation194 ft (59 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density776/sq mi
Coordinates56.8091°N, 2.6561°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 26.9"
29% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 2.7"
Wettest Month (Oct) 2.76"
Driest Month (Apr) 1.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.0. Most recent: M2.5 on Jun 20, 2003.

Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 129 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 130 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 115 km
Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 87 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 130 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 104 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 35°F (2°C) 2.7 in Coldest
February 36°F (2°C) 1.8 in
March 41°F (5°C) 2.0 in
April 44°F (7°C) 1.7 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.1 in
June 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
July 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in
September 53°F (12°C) 2.5 in
October 47°F (8°C) 2.8 in Wettest
November 40°F (4°C) 2.4 in
December 36°F (2°C) 2.3 in

Edzell has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 35°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 26.9 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.8") and April the driest (1.7").

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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 Density776/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Edzell

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Fettercairn School
Edzell Primary School
Lethnot Primary School
Stracathro Primary School
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Radio Stations near Edzell

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Dundee Radio Club community radio, field recordings MP3 320 kbps
Tay Bridges Radio MP3 320 kbps
NOW Radio 80s 80's, 80s MP3
Radio North Angus MP3 48 kbps
Mearns FM MP3 96 kbps
Pure Beat Radio MP3 320 kbps

Museums in Edzell

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Banchory Museum
Brechin Town House Museum
Glenesk Folk Museum
Meffan Institute Museum & Gallery
Montrose Air Station Heritage Centre
Montrose Museum
St Vigeans Sculptured Stones Museum

Libraries in Edzell

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Angus Archives0.0
Arbroath Library0.0
Brechin Library0.0
Forfar Library0.0
Inglis Memorial Hall0.0
Mearns Academy Library0.0
Montrose Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Edzell

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Arbroath Farmers' Market
Forfar Farmers' Market
Montrose Farmers' Market

Hotels in Edzell

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Glenesk Hotel
Panmure Arms Hotel

Cafes in Edzell

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Edzell Tweed Warehouse
Sinclair's Larder
Stracathro Hospital Canteen
The Arch Cafe & Bistro

Monuments in Edzell

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mercat Cross

Castles in Edzell

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Edzell Castle

Gas Stations in Edzell

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #3564430025
Hamish A MacKay

Golf Courses in Edzell

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Edzell Golf Club

Breweries in Edzell

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Burnside Brewery
Redcastle Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Edzell

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Edzell

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Garthdee Ski Centre 0.0 $0

Airports Near Edzell

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Aberdeen International AirportABZLarge Airport
Dundee AirportDNDMedium Airport
Leuchars Station AirfieldADXMedium Airport
Aboyne AirfieldSmall Airport
Baldardo FieldSmall Airport
Balgrummo Steading AirstripSmall Airport
Fife AirportSmall Airport
Forfar AirstripSmall Airport
Hatton AirstripSmall Airport
Hilton of Carslogie AirstripSmall Airport
Insch AirstripSmall Airport
Kingsmuir AirfieldSmall Airport
Kirriemuir Farm StripSmall Airport
LaurencekirkSmall Airport
Montrose AirstripSmall Airport
Netherley Private AirstripSmall Airport
Old MeldrumSmall Airport
Perth/Scone AirportPSLSmall Airport
Pilmuir Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Pittodrie-HouseSmall Airport
Portmoak Glider FieldSmall Airport
Teuchats Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Whiterashes Farm AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Edzell

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Edzell Post Office
Fettercairn Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Edzell

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Aberluthnott Parish Church
Edzell Parish Church
Stracathro Parish Church

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Edzell

What is the population of Edzell?

Edzell has a population of 900 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 776 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Edzell expensive to live in?

The median household income is $47,360, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $204,065 (28% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,184 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Edzell?

Edzell has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 26.9 inches, with 2.7 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Edzell?

Edzell has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $911. There are 82 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Edzell?

The median home value in Edzell is $204,065. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,184. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Edzell?

50.0% of adults in Edzell 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 Edzell?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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