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Holytown, United Kingdom
Scotland · United Kingdom
Holytown is a small city in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 5,080. Elevation: 335 ft (102 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Holytown
Holytown is a village situated to the east of Bellshill and north of Motherwell in North Lanarkshire, Scotland. Most local amenities are shared with the adjacent villages of Carfin, Newarthill and New Stevenston which have a combined population of around 20,000 across the four localities.
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| Population | 5,080 |
| Population Density | 3,117 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 335 ft (102 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.8201°, -3.9727° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Scotland |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 59.2 inches (1,504 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 14.5 inches (37 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $52,159 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Holytown
Holytown is a small city in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 5,080. The city sits at an elevation of 335 feet (102 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.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Holytown vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Holytown vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,159 |
| 31% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $52,159 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,003 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 462 |
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 | $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
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 2,032 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.6°F |
| 12% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 56°F (14°C) |
| Sunny Days | 193 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 335 ft (102 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,117/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.8201°N, 3.9727°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (4°C) | 6.1 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 4.6 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.8 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.7 in | |
| July | 56°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 5.1 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 5.9 in | |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 5.8 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 5.9 in |
Holytown has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 38°F in January to 58°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 52.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and April the driest (2.7").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 3,117/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.6 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Holytown
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christ The King Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Holytown Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Holytown
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linn Classical | classical | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Clyde Built Radio | arts, community radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Capital FM Glasgow | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Linn Jazz | jazz | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Orryy Live | 24/7, bouncy | MP3 | |
| Celtic Music Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Buena Vida | community radio, multi genre | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Regal Radio | blues, community radio | MP3 128 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 | |
| 100.8 Home Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Stirling Community Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Holytown
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auld Kirk Museum | ||||
| Blackridge Museum | ||||
| Callendar House | ||||
| Colzium Museum | ||||
| Cumbernauld Museum | ||||
| David Livingstone Museum | ||||
| Kilsyth Museum | ||||
| Lanark Museum | ||||
| Low Parks Museum | ||||
| Motherwell Heritage Centre | ||||
| National Museum of Rural Life | ||||
| Robert Owen's House | ||||
| Shotts Heritage Centre | ||||
| Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life |
Libraries in Holytown
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abronhill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Airdrie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Airdrie Public Library & Observatory | 0.0 | |||||
| Baillieston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Barmulloch Community Centre and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blackridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Blantyre Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bonnybridge Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bothwell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Burnbank Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cambuslang Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carluke Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chapelhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cleland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Condorrat Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Craighead Library Craighead Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Cumbernauld Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dennistoun Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Denny Library | 0.0 | |||||
| East Kilbride Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Falkirk Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Greenhills Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hamilton Town House Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hillhouse Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilsyth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lanark Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Larbert Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Larkhall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lennoxtown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lenzie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lesmahagow Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library @ The Bridge | 0.0 | |||||
| Main Street Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Parkhead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Plean Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Riddrie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rutherglen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shettleston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shotts Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Slamannan Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Leonards Library & Community Hall | 0.0 | |||||
| Stepps Cultural Centre & Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stonehouse Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Uddingston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| William Patrick Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Holytown
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blochairn Car Boot Sale | |||||
| Blochairn Car Boot Sale | |||||
| InShopz | |||||
| Market Square |
Dentists in Holytown
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Holytown
1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Holytown
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Holytown
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 Holytown
28 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Airport | EDI | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Airport | GLA | Large Airport |
| Glasgow Prestwick Airport | PIK | Large Airport |
| Balado Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Benston Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Blair Drummond Private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Broomhill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Buchlyvie Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Cumbernauld Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Dollar airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| East Lochlane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kier Garden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kilkerran UL | - | Small Airport |
| Latch Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mosside Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nethershields Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| New Grimmet Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Perth/Scone Airport | PSL | Small Airport |
| Polmont | - | Small Airport |
| Portmoak Glider Field | - | Small Airport |
| RAF Kirknewton | - | Small Airport |
| Sheardale airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Skydive Strathallan | - | Small Airport |
| South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stonehill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Strathaven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Thankerton private airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Thornhill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Holytown
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Calton Athletic Recovery Group |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Holytown
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Christ the King Catholic Church | |
| Holytown Parish Church |
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What is the population of Holytown?
Holytown has a population of 5,080 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 3,117 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Holytown 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 Holytown?
Holytown 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 Holytown?
Holytown 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 462 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Holytown?
The median home value in Holytown is $188,236. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,304. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Holytown?
50.0% of adults in Holytown 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 Holytown?
90% of residents speak only English at home.