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Greenock, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Greenock is a mid-size city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 41,280. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.4 /5.0
A Great
41,280 Population 585/sq mi density
39 ft Elevation 12 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
65.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$46,546 Median Income
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$46,546 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$143,318 home value, $1,164/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population41,280
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density585/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,546
Per Capita$46,546
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A+
Home Value$143,318
Rent$1,164
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units16,512

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain65.2 in/yr
Sunny Days218/yr
Elevation39 ft (12 m)

Education

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

Community

Population41,280
Population Density585 / sq mi
Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Coordinates55.9484°, -4.7612°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation65.2 inches (1,657 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$46,546
Median Age40.6 years

About Greenock

Greenock is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 41,280. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 65.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Greenock has a population of 41,280 with a density of 585 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

41,280
Total Population
585
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

Greenock vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Greenock is $46,546, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $46,546 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $895, 38% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 3,756 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Greenock vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,546
38% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$46,546
Avg Weekly Wage$895

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)3,756

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Greenock is $143,318, 49% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,164 (0% below the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 16,512 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,318
49% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,164
0% below United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units16,512

Property Tax

Climate in Greenock

Greenock has an average annual temperature of 8.9°C (48°F). The hottest month is Aug (14.3°C), the coldest is Jan (4.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1440 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.1°C / 39°F -1.6° / 10.1° 123.5
Feb 4.8°C / 41°F -1.8° / 9.9° 146.3
Mar 5.3°C / 42°F -0.9° / 11.7° 118.8
Apr 7.1°C / 45°F -0.4° / 14.7° 66.9
May 10.3°C / 51°F 3.1° / 18.8° 87.3
Jun 13°C / 55°F 6.4° / 21.4° 85.8
Jul 14.1°C / 57°F 8.7° / 22.1° 117.6
Aug 14.3°C / 58°F 8.2° / 22.1° 129.3
Sep 12.4°C / 54°F 5.6° / 20.5° 111.8
Oct 9.5°C / 49°F 3.1° / 14.8° 162.0
Nov 6.7°C / 44°F 0.4° / 12.6° 130.9
Dec 4.8°C / 41°F -0.8° / 10.9° 160.1
Greenock experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 218 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 65.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days218 days/yr

Geography

Elevation39 ft (12 m)
Area70.6 sq mi (182.8 km²)
Population Density585/sq mi
Coordinates55.9484°N, 4.7612°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 65.2"
72% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 7.80"
Driest Month (May) 3.39"

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 M3.8 116 km
May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 81 km
Jan 23, 2011 28 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M3.5 116 km
Aug 17, 1994 40 km SE of Portree, United Kingdom M3.2 146 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 96 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 33 km
May 18, 2013 27 km NE of Tobermory, United Kingdom M2.9 109 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 118 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 33 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 81 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 60 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 46 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 42 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 32 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 82 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 - - 111 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 7.8 in Wettest
February 38°F (4°C) 5.2 in Coldest
March 40°F (5°C) 5.8 in
April 44°F (7°C) 3.4 in
May 49°F (10°C) 3.4 in Driest
June 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
July 57°F (14°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 56°F (13°C) 4.7 in
September 53°F (11°C) 6.3 in
October 48°F (9°C) 7.1 in
November 42°F (6°C) 7.1 in
December 39°F (4°C) 7.2 in

Greenock has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 38°F in February to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 65.3 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.8") and May the driest (3.4").

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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 Density585/sq mi
Total Area70.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Colleges & Universities in Greenock

Institution Type Founded Website
Argyll College UHI - Dunoon University - ,
Argyll College UHI - Rothesay Learning Centre University - ,
Scottish Centre for Ecology and the Natural Environment University - ,

Schools in Greenock

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Cedars School Of Excellence - - - -
Lady Alice Primary School - - - -
Notre Dame High School - - - -
Whinhill Primary School - - - -
St Mary's Primary School - - - -
St Patrick's Primary School - - - -
Ardgowan Primary School - - - -
All Saints Primary School - - - -
King's Oak Primary School - - - -
Lomond View Academy - - - -
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Radio Stations near Greenock

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Linn Classical classical MP3 320 kbps
Linn Jazz jazz MP3 320 kbps
Buena Vida community radio, multi genre MP3 192 kbps
HBSA Hospital Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Johnstone Sound - MP3 320 kbps
Quality Radio - MP3
Impact-Digital-Radio - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Greenock

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Balloch Steam Slipway
Benmore Gallery
Cartoon Exhibition
Castle House Museum Dunoon
Geilston Garden
Greenock Fire Museum & Heritage Centre
Hill House
Kelburn Museum
Largs Museum
McLean Museum and Art Gallery
Museum of the Cumbraes
Scottish Submarine Centre
Skelmorlie Secret Bunker Museum
Weaver's Cottage

Libraries in Greenock

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Balloch Library0.0
Beith Library0.0
Bridge of Weir community library0.0
Cardross Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Dalry Library0.0
Dumbarton Library0.0
Fairlie Library0.0
Garrison House0.0
Johnstone Library0.0
Kilbirnie Library0.0
Largs Library0.0
Lochwinnoch Library0.0
Watt Memorial Library0.0

Hotels in Greenock

4 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Holiday Inn Express
Premier Inn
The Bay Hotel
Tontine Hotel

Restaurants in Greenock

7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

China Garden
Chow's
The Exchange
The Point
Tonino's
West
White Hats

Cafes in Greenock

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Balfe
Esplanade Cafe
Starbucks

Cinemas in Greenock

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Greenock Waterfront Cinema

Theatres in Greenock

2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Albany
The Beacon

Train Stations in Greenock

5 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cartsdyke
Drumfrochar
Greenock Central
Greenock West
Whinhill

Bus Stations in Greenock

3 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Greenock Bus Station (Kilblain Street)
Greenock Bus Station (Nicolson Street)
Greenock Bus Station (West Stewart Street)

Gas Stations in Greenock

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
Morrisons
Tesco Extra

Banks in Greenock

1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

TSB

Shopping Malls in Greenock

2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Oak Mall
Oak Mall

Gyms in Greenock

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #13825272867

Golf Courses in Greenock

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Greenock Golf Club
Whinhill Golf Course

Stadiums & Teams in Greenock

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Ski Resorts Near Greenock

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 Greenock

16 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
Kier Garden Airstrip-Small Airport
Kilkerran UL-Small Airport
Mayfield Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Nethershields Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
New Grimmet Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Oban AirportOBNSmall Airport
South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Strathaven Airfield-Small Airport
Thornhill Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Greenock

5 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bow Road Post Office
Cathcart Street Post Office
Greenock Post Office
James Watt Dock Post Office
Murdieston Street Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Greenock

17 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cedar Hall
Christian Fellowship
Diocese of Paisley -- St. Mary's Catholic Church
Elim Pentecostal Church
Finnart St Paul's Church
Greenock Baptist Church
Greenock East United Reformed Church
Greenock Methodist Church
Greenock West United Reformed Church
Lyle Kirk
St Patrick's
St. John's Episcopal Church
St. Laurence
The Mount Kirk
The Salvation Army - Greenock
Wellpark Mid-Kirk
Westburn

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UFO Sightings
1
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 Greenock

What is the population of Greenock?

Greenock has a population of 41,280 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 585 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 Greenock expensive to live in?

The median household income is $46,546, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $143,318 (49% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,164 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Greenock?

Greenock has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 218 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 65.2 inches.

How is the job market in Greenock?

Greenock has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $895. There are 3,756 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Greenock?

The median home value in Greenock is $143,318. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,164. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Greenock?

50.0% of adults in Greenock 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 Greenock?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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