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Gifford, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Gifford is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 780. Elevation: 377 ft (115 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
780 Population 2/sq mi density
377 ft Elevation 115 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
32.5 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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Full City Profile

People

Population780
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density2/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 Units312

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain32.5 in/yr
Sunny Days277/yr
Elevation377 ft (115 m)

Education

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

Community

Population780
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation377 ft (115 m)
Coordinates55.9033°, -2.7459°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation32.5 inches (826 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,167
Median Age40.6 years

About Gifford

Gifford is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 780. The city sits at an elevation of 377 feet (115 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 32.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Gifford has a population of 780 with a density of 2 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

780
Total Population
2
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

Gifford vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Gifford 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 71 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Gifford vs United Kingdom

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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)71

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Gifford 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 312 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 Units312

Property Tax

Gifford experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July. The area gets 277 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 32.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 377 feet.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average45.9°F
15% below United Kingdom avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days277 days/yr

Geography

Elevation377 ft (115 m)
Area331.2 sq mi (857.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates55.9033°N, 2.7459°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 32.5"
14% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.35"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.01"

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 M3.0 108 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 105 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 110 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 91 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 126 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 109 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 128 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 3.1 in Coldest
February 37°F (3°C) 2.2 in
March 40°F (4°C) 2.5 in
April 43°F (6°C) 2.0 in Driest
May 48°F (9°C) 2.3 in
June 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
July 57°F (14°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 3.0 in
September 53°F (11°C) 3.0 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.4 in Wettest
November 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in
December 38°F (3°C) 2.9 in

Gifford has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 37°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.4") and April the driest (2.0").

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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 Density2/sq mi
Total Area331.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Gifford

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Yester Primary School
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Radio Stations near Gifford

10 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Capital FM Edinburgh edinburgh, pop MP3 128 kbps
Forth1 pop music, popular AAC+ 47 kbps
East Coast FM Haddington easy listening MP3 320 kbps
BFBS Scotland AAC+ 64 kbps
Edge 1 MP3
TD1 Radio MP3 192 kbps
Radio ENRG alternative, edinburgh MP3
242 RADIO MP3 128 kbps
EHFM community radio, edinburgh MP3 192 kbps
Radio GH folk MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Gifford

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
1722 Waggonway Heritage Centre
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 Seabird Centre
Thirlestane Castle

Libraries in Gifford

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dunbar LIbrary0.0
East Linton Library0.0
George Waterston Library0.0
John Gray Centre0.0
Lauderdale Library0.0
Longniddry Library and Community Centre0.0
North Berwick Library0.0
Tranent Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Gifford

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
East Fortune Sunday Market
Haddington Farmers' Market
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Cafes in Gifford

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lanterne Rouge cafe

Monuments in Gifford

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mercat Cross

Castles in Gifford

1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Yester Castle

Golf Courses in Gifford

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Castle Park Golf Course
Gifford Golf Club

Breweries in Gifford

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Archerfield Fine Ales

Airports Near Gifford

27 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edinburgh AirportEDILarge Airport
Dundee AirportDNDMedium Airport
Leuchars Station AirfieldADXMedium Airport
Archerfield AirstripSmall Airport
Balado AirfieldSmall 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
Hilton of Carslogie AirstripSmall Airport
Kingsmuir AirfieldSmall Airport
Kirriemuir Farm StripSmall Airport
Latch Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Lempitlaw Farm AirstripSmall Airport
Midlem AirstripSmall Airport
Milfield Glider FieldSmall 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

Churches & Religious Organizations in Gifford

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bolton Parish Church
Garvald and Bara Parish Church
Yester Parish Church

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UFO Sightings
3
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Gifford

What is the population of Gifford?

Gifford has a population of 780 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 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 Gifford 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 Gifford?

Gifford has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 277 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 32.5 inches.

How is the job market in Gifford?

Gifford 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 71 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Gifford?

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

How are the schools in Gifford?

50.0% of adults in Gifford 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 Gifford?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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