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Gullane, United Kingdom

Scotland · 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Gullane is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,570. Elevation: 112 ft (34 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,570 Population
112 ft Elevation 34 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
44.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,167 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$49,167 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
36.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,167
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.2%
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 26.8%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
32% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

People

Population2,570
Median Age40.6 yrs
DensityN/A
Male / Female49% / 51%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,167
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty0.5%

Health

Obesity26.8%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.8%
Depression13.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI9 (Good)
Rain44.3 in/yr
Sunny Days205/yr
Elevation112 ft (34 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.2%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.3%
Population2,570
Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Coordinates56.0365°, -2.8283°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation44.3 inches (1,124 mm)
Annual Snowfall7.5 inches (19 cm)
Median Household Income$49,167
Median Age40.6 years

Is Gullane a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gullane receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Gullane offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gullane is $49,167, 35% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Gullane experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches, including 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9.

Gullane has a population of 2,570. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.8% female and 49.2% male. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 88.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,570
Total Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Gullane vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Gullane vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gullane is $49,167, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 85.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Gullane vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,167
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$49,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living85.90 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Gullane, 26.8% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 26.4% have high blood pressure. 9.8% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 10.9% report binge drinking. 79.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 13.5% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Gullane vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity26.8%
16% below US avg
Diabetes5.8%
High Blood Pressure26.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.8%
30% below US avg
Binge Drinking10.9%
Physical Inactivity79.9%
Depression13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%

Food & Exercise

Gullane experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 205 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.3 inches. The area receives 7.5 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 9 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 112 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (15°C)
Sunny Days205 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.3 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall7.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median9.0
RatingGood
Good Days %93.2%

Geography

Elevation112 ft (34 m)
Coordinates56.0365°N, 2.8283°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 2.2 in
February 38°F (4°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
March 42°F (5°C) 1.8 in
April 45°F (7°C) 1.6 in
May 50°F (10°C) 1.9 in
June 55°F (13°C) 1.9 in
July 60°F (15°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 2.4 in
September 54°F (12°C) 2.4 in
October 49°F (9°C) 2.5 in Wettest
November 42°F (6°C) 2.3 in
December 39°F (4°C) 2.1 in

Gullane has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F — from 38°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 24.8 inches, with October being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.6").

36.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 7% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 96.3% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.2%
7% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.3%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Gullane

What is the population of Gullane?

Gullane has a population of 2,570 residents and is located in United Kingdom.. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.8% female and 49.2% male.

Is Gullane expensive to live in?

Gullane is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 85.9 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $49,167, 35% below the national average of $75,149.

What is the weather like in Gullane?

Gullane has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 205 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 44.3 inches, with 7.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 9.

How is the job market in Gullane?

Gullane has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Gullane?

36.2% of adults in Gullane hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Gullane?

The obesity rate in Gullane is 26.8% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.8% of adults are smokers. 79.9% are physically inactive. 13.5% of residents report depression.

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