Faifley, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Faifley is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 4,860. Elevation: 341 ft (104 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

4,860 Population 50/sq mi density
341 ft Elevation 104 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
66.5 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Faifley

Faifley

Faifley is a large estate forming part of the town of Clydebank, Scotland, adjoining the former village of Hardgate, with a population of approximately 5,001. Along with Duntocher and Hardgate, Faifley falls within West Dunbartonshire's Kilpatrick ward with a combined population of 12,719 in 2011.

People

Population4,860
Density50/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain66.5 in/yr
Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Population4,860
Population Density50 / sq mi
Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Coordinates55.9285°, -4.3851°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation66.5 inches (1,688 mm)
Annual Snowfall10.6 inches (27 cm)

About Faifley

Faifley is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 4,860. The city sits at an elevation of 341 feet (104 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Faifley experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. Annual precipitation totals 66.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 10.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 341 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average48.4°F
10% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)

Geography

Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Area96.5 sq mi (250.0 km²)
Population Density50/sq mi
Coordinates55.9285°N, 4.3851°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 66.5"
75% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 10.6"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.34"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.72"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 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 M3.8 131 km
May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 104 km
Jan 23, 2011 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.5 132 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 119 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 27 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 125 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 103 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 28 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 104 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 76 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 31 km
Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 149 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 65 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 27 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 80 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
720 HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) Questionable Earthquake - - 133 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 6.3 in Wettest
February 39°F (4°C) 4.4 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 4.8 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.7 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
July 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.8 in
September 53°F (12°C) 5.1 in
October 48°F (9°C) 6.0 in
November 42°F (6°C) 5.8 in
December 39°F (4°C) 5.8 in

Faifley has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 39°F in February to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 53.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and April the driest (2.7").

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Schools in Faifley

5 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Drumchapel High School - - - -
Edinbarnet Primary School - - - -
St Joseph's Primary School - - - -
Langfaulds Primary School - - - -
St Clare's Primary;Drumchapel Family Learning Centre;Drumchapel Outreach Creche - - - -
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Radio Stations near Faifley

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 Faifley

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Auld Kirk Museum
Balloch Steam Slipway
Clydebank Museum and Art Gallery
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
Lochgoin Museum
National Museum of Rural Life
National Piping Centre
Paisley Museum and Art Galleries
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
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
Weaver's Cottage

Libraries in Faifley

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Anniesland Library0.0
Balfron Library0.0
Balloch Library0.0
Barmulloch Community Centre and Library0.0
Barrhead Library0.0
Bearsden Library0.0
Beith Library0.0
Bishopton Library0.0
Bridge of Weir community library0.0
Bridgeton Library0.0
Busby Library0.0
Cambuslang Library0.0
Cardonald Library0.0
Castlemilk Library0.0
Clarkston Library0.0
Couper Institute Library0.0
Craighead Library Craighead Community Centre0.0
Dalmuir Library0.0
Dennistoun Library0.0
Drymen Library0.0
Dumbarton Library0.0
Duntocher Library0.0
Eaglesham Library0.0
East Kilbride Library0.0
Elder Park Library0.0
Erskine Library0.0
Ferguslie Library0.0
Foxbar 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
Glenburn Library0.0
Gorbals Library and Real Learning Centre0.0
Govanhill Library0.0
Greenhills Library0.0
Hillhead Library0.0
Ibrox Library0.0
Johnstone Library0.0
Knightswood Library0.0
Langside Library0.0
Lennoxtown Library0.0
Lenzie Library0.0
Library at GoMA0.0
Lochwinnoch 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
New Tweedie Hall and 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
Robertson Tryst Library & Learning Resource Centre0.0
Royston Library0.0
Rutherglen Library0.0
Shettleston Library0.0
Springburn Library0.0
St Leonards Library & Community Hall0.0
Stepps Cultural Centre & Library0.0
Thornliebank Community 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 Faifley

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
Marketland
Marketland
McIver's Markets
McIver's Markets
Savoy Centre
Savoy Centre
The New Market
The Square Yard

Dentists in Faifley

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Peel Glen Dental Practice

Golf Courses in Faifley

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Clydebank & District Golf Course
Windyhill Golf Club

Breweries in Faifley

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

Stadiums & Teams in Faifley

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Faifley

3 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 - - -
Glencoe Mountain Resort 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Faifley

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
Cumbernauld Airport-Small Airport
Dollar airstrip-Small Airport
East Lochlane Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Kier Garden Airstrip-Small Airport
Kilkerran UL-Small Airport
Mayfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Mosside Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Nethershields Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
New Grimmet Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Polmont-Small Airport
Sheardale airstrip-Small Airport
Skydive Strathallan-Small Airport
South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Stonehill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Strathaven Airfield-Small Airport
Thornhill Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Faifley

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hecla Avenue Post Office

Treatment Centers in Faifley

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Calton Athletic Recovery Group

Churches & Religious Organizations in Faifley

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Faifley Parish Church
St Joseph's RC Church
St Laurence Roman Catholic Church
St Mark's Church of Scotland

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Waterfalls
2
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Waterfalls Near Faifley

2 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Faifley.

Name Description
Grey Mare's Tail Waterfall
Lady's Linn

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 Faifley

What is the population of Faifley?

Faifley has a population of 4,860 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 50 people per square mile, spread across 96.5 square miles.

What is the weather like in Faifley?

Faifley has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 66.5 inches, with 10.6 inches of snow.

Nearby Cities

Duntocher, SCT 6,880 pop · 1.2 mi Clydebank, SCT 26,320 pop · 2.0 mi Dalmuir, SCT 8,933 pop · 2.1 mi Bearsden, SCT 28,120 pop · 2.2 mi Milngavie, SCT 12,940 pop · 2.5 mi Old Kilpatrick, SCT 4,680 pop · 2.8 mi Erskine, SCT 15,510 pop · 3.2 mi Inchinnan, SCT 1,860 pop · 3.4 mi Renfrew, SCT 22,570 pop · 3.9 mi Bishopton, SCT 5,330 pop · 4.8 mi Strathblane, SCT 1,990 pop · 5.0 mi Glasgow, SCT 635,640 pop · 6.6 mi Bishopbriggs, SCT 23,540 pop · 6.6 mi Torrance, SCT 2,290 pop · 6.8 mi
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