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Harthill, United Kingdom

Scotland · United Kingdom

Harthill is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 3,710. Elevation: 646 ft (197 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.3 /5.0
A Great
3,710 Population 20/sq mi density
646 ft Elevation 197 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
59.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$52,159 Median Income
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$52,159 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$188,236 home value, $1,304/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Harthill

Harthill

Harthill is a rural village split between North Lanarkshire and West Lothian in Scotland, with most of the village in North Lanarkshire. It is located about halfway between Glasgow, 21 miles to the west, and Edinburgh, 25 miles (40 km) to the east. It lies on the River Almond about 2+1⁄2 miles (4 km) west of the small town of Whitburn. The closest major towns are Bathgate, 6 miles (9.7 km) away, and Livingston, 10 miles (16 km) away. Major towns within North Lanarkshire, such as Wishaw, Airdrie, Motherwell, Coatbridge and Bellshill are all around 10 to 15 miles to the west. The M8 motorway bypasses the village as does the village's service station.

People

Population3,710
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density20/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,159
Per Capita$52,159
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

A+
Home Value$188,236
Rent$1,304
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units1,484

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain59.2 in/yr
Sunny Days193/yr
Elevation646 ft (197 m)

Education

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

Community

Population3,710
Population Density20 / sq mi
Elevation646 ft (197 m)
Coordinates55.8607°, -3.7517°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceScotland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation59.2 inches (1,504 mm)
Annual Snowfall14.5 inches (37 cm)
Median Household Income$52,159
Median Age40.6 years

About Harthill

Harthill is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 3,710. The city sits at an elevation of 646 feet (197 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 56°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Harthill has a population of 3,710 with a density of 20 people per square mile, spread across 182.1 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

3,710
Total Population
20
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
182.1mi²
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

Harthill vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Harthill is $52,159, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $52,159 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,003, 30% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 338 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Harthill vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$52,159
31% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$52,159
Avg Weekly Wage$1,003

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)338

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Harthill is $188,236, 33% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,304 (12% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,484 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$188,236
33% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,304
12% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units1,484

Property Tax

Climate in Harthill

Harthill has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 726 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 75.1
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 46.1
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 65.3
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 44.2
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 48.7
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 55.9
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 63.8
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 54.8
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 74.2
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 73.5
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 53.9
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 70.1
Harthill experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 193 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 14.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 646 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 56°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average47.6°F
12% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average56°F (14°C)
Sunny Days193 days/yr

Geography

Elevation646 ft (197 m)
Area182.1 sq mi (471.6 km²)
Population Density20/sq mi
Coordinates55.8607°N, 3.7517°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.2"
56% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 14.5"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.02"
Driest Month (Apr) 2.60"

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 M3.5 144 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M3.0 54 km
May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 85 km
Jun 20, 2003 14 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.8 56 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 144 km
Mar 7, 1998 13 km E of Oban, United Kingdom M2.7 112 km
Nov 30, 1997 4 km NNE of Kippen, United Kingdom M2.7 41 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 105 km
Apr 24, 2000 12 km NNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.6 135 km
Jun 20, 2003 12 km NNW of Balfron, United Kingdom M2.5 54 km
Jan 9, 1990 29 km W of Aberfeldy, United Kingdom M2.5 95 km
May 28, 2008 12 km WNW of Penrith, United Kingdom M2.5 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (4°C) 6.0 in Wettest
February 38°F (3°C) 4.1 in Coldest
March 41°F (5°C) 4.5 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in Driest
May 50°F (10°C) 2.8 in
June 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
July 56°F (14°C) 3.0 in
August 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in Warmest
September 53°F (12°C) 4.8 in
October 48°F (9°C) 5.6 in
November 42°F (5°C) 5.5 in
December 39°F (4°C) 5.7 in

Harthill has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 38°F in February to 57°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 50.7 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.0") and April the driest (2.6").

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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 Density20/sq mi
Total Area182.1 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Harthill

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Greenrigg Primary School - - - -
Alexander Peden Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Harthill

9 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Clyde Built Radio arts, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Capital FM Glasgow - AAC 48 kbps
Regal Radio blues, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Jambo! Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Heart FM Glasgow - AAC 48 kbps
Sunny G Community Radio community MP3 320 kbps
Radio Buena Vida community radio, music MP3 192 kbps
100.8 Home Radio - MP3
Stirling Community Radio - MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Harthill

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Almond Valley Heritage Centre
Bannockburn Heritage Centre
Bennie Museum
Biggar and Upper Clydesdale Museum
Biggar Gasworks Museum
Blackridge Museum
Bo'ness Motor Museum
Callendar House
Culross Palace
Cumbernauld Museum
Falkirk Museums Workshop and Store
Kinneil Museum
Lanark Museum
Linlithgow Museum
Motherwell Heritage Centre
Museum of Scottish Railways
Polmaise Colliery Museum
Robert Owen's House
Shotts Heritage Centre
The Dunmore Pineapple
The Wee Museum of Memory
Whitburn Community Museum

Libraries in Harthill

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Abronhill Library0.0
Airdrie Library0.0
Airdrie Public Library & Observatory0.0
Bannockburn Library0.0
Bathgate Library0.0
Blackridge Library0.0
Bo'ness Library0.0
Bonnybridge Library0.0
Carluke Library0.0
Carmondean Library0.0
Chapelhall Library0.0
Cleland Library0.0
Cowie Library0.0
Cumbernauld Library0.0
Denny Library0.0
Falkirk Library0.0
Fauldhouse Library0.0
Grangemouth Library0.0
Kincardine Library0.0
Lanark Library0.0
Lanthorn Library0.0
Larbert Library0.0
Larkhall Library0.0
Lesmahagow Library0.0
Linlithgow Library0.0
Meadowbank Library0.0
Oakley Community Library0.0
Plean Library0.0
Shotts Library0.0
Slamannan Library0.0
Stonehouse Library0.0
Valleyfield Library0.0
West Lothian Local History Library0.0
Whitburn Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Harthill

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Market Square

Restaurants in Harthill

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Heart of Scotland Services
Wild Bean Cafe

Cafes in Harthill

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Country Café

Monuments in Harthill

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Peden's Stone

Zoos in Harthill

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Scottish Owl Centre

Gas Stations in Harthill

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP Heart of Scotland (East)
BP Heart of Scotland (West)
GB #2677653152

Golf Courses in Harthill

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Polkemmet Golf and Driving Range

Breweries in Harthill

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Alechemy

Stadiums & Teams in Harthill

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Harthill

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 Harthill

30 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Edinburgh AirportEDILarge Airport
Glasgow AirportGLALarge Airport
Dundee AirportDNDMedium Airport
Balado Airfield-Small Airport
Balgrummo Steading Airstrip-Small Airport
Benston Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Blair Drummond Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Broomhill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Buchlyvie Airstrip-Small Airport
Castleton Farm-Small Airport
Cumbernauld Airport-Small Airport
Dollar airstrip-Small Airport
East Lochlane Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Fife Airport-Small Airport
Fingland-Small Airport
Hilton of Carslogie Airstrip-Small Airport
Kier Garden Airstrip-Small Airport
Latch Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Mosside Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Nethershields Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Perth/Scone AirportPSLSmall Airport
Polmont-Small Airport
Portmoak Glider Field-Small Airport
RAF Kirknewton-Small Airport
Sheardale airstrip-Small Airport
Skydive Strathallan-Small Airport
Stonehill Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Strathaven Airfield-Small Airport
Thankerton private airstrip-Small Airport
Thornhill Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Harthill

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Harthill Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Harthill

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Benhar Evangelical Church
Harthill St Andrews

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 Harthill

What is the population of Harthill?

Harthill has a population of 3,710 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 20 people per square mile, spread across 182.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Harthill expensive to live in?

The median household income is $52,159, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $188,236 (33% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,304 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Harthill?

Harthill has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 56°F in July. The area receives 193 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 59.2 inches, with 14.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Harthill?

Harthill has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,003. There are 338 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Harthill?

The median home value in Harthill is $188,236. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,304. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Harthill?

50.0% of adults in Harthill 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 Harthill?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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