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Garelochhead, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Garelochhead is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,110. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
2,110 Population 30/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
73.9 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,543 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$49,543 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$217,874 home value, $1,239/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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People

Population2,110
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density30/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,543
Per Capita$49,543
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A
Home Value$217,874
Rent$1,239
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units844

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain73.9 in/yr
Sunny Days202/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)

Education

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

Community

Population2,110
Population Density30 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates56.0820°, -4.8291°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation73.9 inches (1,878 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,543
Median Age40.6 years

About Garelochhead

Garelochhead is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 2,110. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 73.9 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Garelochhead has a population of 2,110 with a density of 30 people per square mile, spread across 70.6 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

2,110
Total Population
30
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
70.6mi²
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

Garelochhead vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Garelochhead is $49,543, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,543 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $953, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 192 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Garelochhead vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,543
34% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,543
Avg Weekly Wage$953

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)192

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Garelochhead is $217,874, 23% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,239 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 844 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$217,874
23% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,239
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units844

Property Tax

Garelochhead experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 202 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 73.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days202 days/yr

Geography

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area70.6 sq mi (182.8 km²)
Population Density30/sq mi
Coordinates56.0820°N, 4.8291°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 73.9"
95% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 9.02"
Driest Month (Jun) 3.74"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

16 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 M3.8 101 km
May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 75 km
Jan 23, 2011 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.5 101 km
Aug 17, 1994 40 km SE of Portree, United Kingdom M3.2 131 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 90 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 95 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 132 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 27 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 75 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 45 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 44 km
Aug 28, 1995 5 km NNW of Aviemore, United Kingdom M2.7 142 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 43 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 69 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 102 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 9.0 in Coldest, Wettest
February 38°F (3°C) 5.9 in
March 40°F (4°C) 6.5 in
April 43°F (6°C) 3.9 in
May 49°F (9°C) 3.9 in
June 53°F (11°C) 3.7 in Driest
July 56°F (13°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 56°F (13°C) 5.2 in
September 52°F (11°C) 7.1 in
October 47°F (8°C) 8.2 in
November 42°F (5°C) 8.0 in
December 39°F (4°C) 8.2 in

Garelochhead has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 38°F in January to 56°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 74.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.0") and June the driest (3.7").

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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 Density30/sq mi
Total Area70.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Garelochhead

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Garelochhead Primary School
Lochgoilhead Primary School
Luss Primary School
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Radio Stations near Garelochhead

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Linn Classical classical MP3 320 kbps
HBSA Hospital Radio MP3 128 kbps
Johnstone Sound MP3 320 kbps
Quality Radio MP3
Impact-Digital-Radio MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Garelochhead

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Balloch Steam Slipway
Benmore Gallery
Bute Museum
Castle House Museum Dunoon
Geilston Garden
Greenock Fire Museum & Heritage Centre
Hill House
Inveraray Jail
McLean Museum and Art Gallery
Scottish Submarine Centre
Skelmorlie Secret Bunker Museum
Strachur Smiddy

Libraries in Garelochhead

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Cardross Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Rothesay Library0.0
Watt Memorial Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Garelochhead

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Loch Fyne Farm Shop

Hotels in Garelochhead

14 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anchor Inn
Ardgartan Hotel
Arrochar Hotel
Claymore Hotel
Culzean House
Drymsinie House Hotel
Loch Long Hotel
Lodge Loch Lomond
Rowardennan Hotel
Tarbet Hotel
The Ardentinny
The Heron
The Inn on Loch Lomond
Whistlefield Hotel

Cafes in Garelochhead

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Boatshed

Castles in Garelochhead

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Carrick Castle

Clinics in Garelochhead

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lochgoilhead Medical Centre

Train Stations in Garelochhead

2 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arrochar and Tarbet
Garelochhead

Gas Stations in Garelochhead

3 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Faslane Fuel Depot
Gulf
Gulf

Golf Courses in Garelochhead

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Drimsynie Estate Golf Course Lochgoilhead

Breweries in Garelochhead

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Fyne Ales

Stadiums & Teams in Garelochhead

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Garelochhead

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 Garelochhead

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Glasgow AirportGLALarge Airport
Glasgow Prestwick AirportPIKLarge Airport
Benston Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Buchlyvie AirstripSmall Airport
Bute AirfieldSmall Airport
Carlung FarmSmall Airport
Conaglen House AirstripSmall Airport
Glensanda AirstripSmall Airport
Kier Garden AirstripSmall Airport
Kildalloig AirstripSmall Airport
Mayfield Farm AirstripSmall Airport
New Grimmet Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Oban AirportOBNSmall Airport
South Barnbeth Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Strathaven AirfieldSmall Airport
Thornhill AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Garelochhead

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Arrochar Post Office
Garelochhead
Lochgoilhead Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Garelochhead

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of Scotland Strone & Ardentinny

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Waterfalls
3
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 Garelochhead

What is the population of Garelochhead?

Garelochhead has a population of 2,110 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 30 people per square mile, spread across 70.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Garelochhead expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,543, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $217,874 (23% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,239 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Garelochhead?

Garelochhead has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 202 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 73.9 inches.

How is the job market in Garelochhead?

Garelochhead has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $953. There are 192 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Garelochhead?

The median home value in Garelochhead is $217,874. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,239. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Garelochhead?

50.0% of adults in Garelochhead 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 Garelochhead?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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