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Helensburgh, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Helensburgh is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 13,720. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 13,720 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Coordinates | 56.0061°, -4.7265° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 66.5 inches (1,688 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 10.6 inches (27 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $49,543 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Helensburgh
Helensburgh is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 13,720. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 66.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Helensburgh vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Helensburgh vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,543 |
| 34% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $49,543 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $953 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,249 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $217,874 |
| 23% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,239 |
| 7% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 5,488 |
Property Tax
Climate in Helensburgh
Helensburgh 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.4°F |
| 10% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 57°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 194 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 89 ft (27 m) |
| Area | 6,357.5 sq mi (16,465.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 56.0061°N, 4.7265°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 720 | HEBRIDES (SCOTLAND) | Questionable Earthquake | - | - | 110 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 9.0 in | Wettest |
| February | 38°F (3°C) | 5.9 in | Coldest |
| March | 40°F (4°C) | 6.5 in | |
| April | 43°F (6°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 53°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | Driest |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 56°F (13°C) | 5.2 in | |
| September | 52°F (11°C) | 7.1 in | |
| October | 47°F (8°C) | 8.2 in | |
| November | 42°F (5°C) | 8.0 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 8.2 in |
Helensburgh has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 38°F in February to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 74.0 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.0") and June the driest (3.7").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6,357.5 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Helensburgh
7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Logie Baird Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Joseph's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Colgrain Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Hermitage Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Parklands School | - | - | - | - |
| Hermitage Academy | - | - | - | - |
| Lomond School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Helensburgh
16 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linn Classical | classical | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Clyde Built Radio | arts, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Linn Jazz | jazz | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Capital FM Glasgow | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Orryy Live | 24/7, bouncy | MP3 | |
| Celtic Music Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Buena Vida | community radio, multi genre | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HBSA Hospital Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Johnstone Sound | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Quality Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Go Radio Glasgow | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Impact-Digital-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 |
Museums in Helensburgh
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balloch Steam Slipway | ||||
| Cartoon Exhibition | ||||
| Castle House Museum Dunoon | ||||
| Geilston Garden | ||||
| Greenock Fire Museum & Heritage Centre | ||||
| Hill House | ||||
| Kelburn Museum | ||||
| Largs Museum | ||||
| McLean Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Scottish Submarine Centre | ||||
| Skelmorlie Secret Bunker Museum | ||||
| Weaver's Cottage |
Libraries in Helensburgh
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balloch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bishopton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridge of Weir community library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardross Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dumbarton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fairlie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Johnstone Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Largs Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lochwinnoch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| New Tweedie Hall and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Watt Memorial Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Helensburgh
2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Helensburgh
7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Helensburgh
5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Helensburgh
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Helensburgh
3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Helensburgh
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Helensburgh
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Helensburgh
3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Helensburgh
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Helensburgh
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Helensburgh
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Helensburgh
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Helensburgh
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 Helensburgh
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Glasgow Airport | GLA | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Prestwick Airport | PIK | Large 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 Airport | OBN | Small Airport |
| South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Strathaven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Thornhill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Helensburgh
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Churchill Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Helensburgh
7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Bethesda Christian Fellowship | |
| Christian Science Society | |
| Helensburgh Baptist Church | |
| Helensburgh Parish Church | |
| Helensburgh United Reformed Church | |
| St Joseph's Roman Catholic Church | |
| St. Michael & All Angels Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
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What is the population of Helensburgh?
Helensburgh has a population of 13,720 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 6,357.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Helensburgh expensive to live in?
The median household income is $49,543, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $217,874 (23% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,239 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Helensburgh?
Helensburgh has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 194 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 66.5 inches, with 10.6 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Helensburgh?
Helensburgh has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $953. There are 1,249 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Helensburgh?
The median home value in Helensburgh is $217,874. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,239. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Helensburgh?
50.0% of adults in Helensburgh 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 Helensburgh?
90% of residents speak only English at home.