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Girvan, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Girvan is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 6,650. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.3 /5.0
A Great
6,650 Population 9/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
48.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$54,707 Median Income
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$54,707 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$214,941 home value, $1,368/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Girvan

Girvan

Girvan is a burgh and harbour town in Carrick, South Ayrshire, Scotland. Girvan is situated on the east coast of the Firth of Clyde, with a population of about 6,450. It lies 21 miles (34 km) south of Ayr, and 29 miles (47 km) north of Stranraer, the main ferry port from Scotland to Northern Ireland.

People

Population6,650
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,707
Per Capita$54,707
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A
Home Value$214,941
Rent$1,368
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units2,660

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

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

Community

Population6,650
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates55.2426°, -4.8555°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation48.4 inches (1,230 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$54,707
Median Age40.6 years

About Girvan

Girvan is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 6,650. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 48.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Girvan has a population of 6,650 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 708.3 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

6,650
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
708.3mi²
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

Girvan vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Girvan is $54,707, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $54,707 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,052, 27% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 605 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Girvan vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,707
27% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$54,707
Avg Weekly Wage$1,052

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)605

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Girvan is $214,941, 24% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,368 (18% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,660 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,941
24% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,368
18% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units2,660

Property Tax

Girvan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 248 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area708.3 sq mi (1,834.6 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates55.2426°N, 4.8555°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 48.4"
27% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.31"
Driest Month (May) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M2.6 on Nov 1, 2017.

May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 117 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 130 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 107 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 79 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 108 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 118 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 132 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 112 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 80 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 141 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 106 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 5.1 in
February 39°F (4°C) 3.7 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 4.0 in
April 44°F (7°C) 2.7 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in Driest
June 54°F (12°C) 3.0 in
July 57°F (14°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.4 in
October 49°F (9°C) 5.3 in Wettest
November 44°F (7°C) 5.3 in
December 41°F (5°C) 5.1 in

Girvan has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 39°F in February to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.3") and May the driest (2.5").

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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 Density9/sq mi
Total Area708.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Girvan

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Girvan Academy - - - -
Girvan Primary School - - - -
Sacred Heart Primary School - - - -
Invergarven School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Girvan

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
HBSA Hospital Radio - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Girvan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ayr Through the Ages - The Heritage Hub
Burns Cottage
Robert Burns Birthplace Museum

Libraries in Girvan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alloway Library0.0
Carnegie Library0.0
Forehill Branch Library0.0
Maybole Library0.0

Hotels in Girvan

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Woodland Bay Hotel

Restaurants in Girvan

4 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Austin's
Bombay Cuisine
Only Food and Sauces
The Harbour Cafe

Cafes in Girvan

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Graziano's
Maly's Cafe

Castles in Girvan

4 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Carleton Castle
Knockdolian Castle
Penkill Castle
Pinwherry Castle

Veterinaries in Girvan

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alan Jeans

Train Stations in Girvan

2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barrhill
Girvan

Gas Stations in Girvan

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Old Street Garage

Banks in Girvan

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Scotland

Golf Courses in Girvan

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Girvan

Stadiums & Teams in Girvan

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Girvan

2 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 - - -

Airports Near Girvan

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Glasgow AirportGLALarge Airport
Glasgow Prestwick AirportPIKLarge Airport
Benston Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Bute Airfield-Small Airport
Carlung Farm-Small Airport
Castle Kennedy Airfield-Small Airport
Kildalloig Airstrip-Small Airport
Kilkerran UL-Small Airport
Lennox Plunton Airstrip-Small Airport
Mayfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
New Grimmet Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Strathaven Airfield-Small Airport
Wigtown Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Girvan

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Colmonell Mobile Service Post Office
Girvan Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Girvan

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Methodist Church
Milestone
Milestone Christian Fellowship
North 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 Girvan

What is the population of Girvan?

Girvan has a population of 6,650 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 708.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Girvan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $54,707, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $214,941 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,368 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Girvan?

Girvan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 248 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 48.4 inches.

How is the job market in Girvan?

Girvan has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,052. There are 605 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Girvan?

The median home value in Girvan is $214,941. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,368. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Girvan?

50.0% of adults in Girvan 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 Girvan?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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