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Howwood, United Kingdom
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Howwood is a small town in Scotland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,580. Elevation: 125 ft (38 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Howwood
Howwood is a village in Renfrewshire, Scotland. It is between Johnstone and Lochwinnoch, just off the A737 dual carriageway between the nearby town of Paisley and the Ayrshire border. It is served by Howwood railway station.
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| Population | 1,580 |
| Population Density | 12 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Coordinates | 55.8106°, -4.5573° |
| 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 | $50,462 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Howwood
Howwood is a small town in United Kingdom (Scotland) with a population of 1,580. The city sits at an elevation of 125 feet (38 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
Howwood vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Howwood vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $50,462 |
| 33% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $50,462 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $970 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 144 |
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 | $199,347 |
| 29% below United Kingdom avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,262 |
| 9% above United Kingdom avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 632 |
Property Tax
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 | 125 ft (38 m) |
| Area | 133.0 sq mi (344.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 55.8106°N, 4.5573°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 | - | - | 129 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 5.7 in | Wettest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 4.0 in | Coldest |
| March | 41°F (5°C) | 4.5 in | |
| April | 44°F (7°C) | 2.6 in | Driest |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 2.7 in | |
| June | 54°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| July | 57°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 57°F (14°C) | 3.8 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 5.0 in | |
| October | 48°F (9°C) | 5.7 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 5.5 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 5.4 in |
Howwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 39°F in February to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (5.7") and April the driest (2.6").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 12/sq mi |
| Total Area | 133.0 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Howwood
3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Anthony's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Howwood Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Corseford School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Howwood
17 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 | |
| Celtic Music Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Orryy Live | 24/7, bouncy | MP3 | |
| Capital FM Glasgow | - | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Buena Vida | community radio, multi genre | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Impact-Digital-Radio | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Go Radio Glasgow | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Quality Radio | - | MP3 | |
| Johnstone Sound | - | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Jambo! Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| HBSA Hospital Radio | - | MP3 128 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 |
Museums in Howwood
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balloch Steam Slipway | ||||
| Big Idea | ||||
| Clydebank Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| Dean Castle Country Park Rural Life Centre | ||||
| Dick Institute | ||||
| Dundonald Castle Vistor Centre | ||||
| Fairfield Heritage Centre | ||||
| Geilston Garden | ||||
| Glasgow Museums Resource Centre | ||||
| Glenlee Visitor Centre | ||||
| Greenock Fire Museum & Heritage Centre | ||||
| Hill House | ||||
| House for an Art Lover | ||||
| Lochgoin Museum | ||||
| McLean Museum and Art Gallery | ||||
| North Ayrshire Heritage Centre | ||||
| Paisley Museum and Art Galleries | ||||
| Renfrew Museum | ||||
| Scottish Maritime Museum | ||||
| Scottish Maritime Museum Puffer Café and Shop | ||||
| Scottish Submarine Centre | ||||
| Sma' Shot Cottages | ||||
| The Burrell Collection | ||||
| The Govan Stones | ||||
| Victoria Park Fossil Grove | ||||
| Weaver's Cottage | ||||
| Wellwood Burns Centre and Museum |
Libraries in Howwood
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew Fisher Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Anniesland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Balloch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Barrhead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bearsden Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Beith Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bellfield Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bishopton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bourtreehill Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bridge of Weir community library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardonald Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cardross Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dalmuir Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dalry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dreghorn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dumbarton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Duntocher Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Elder Park Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Erskine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ferguslie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Foxbar Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glenburn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hurlford Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Irvine Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Johnstone Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilbirnie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilwinning Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Knightswood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lochwinnoch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mearns Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Milngavie Library & Community Education Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Neilston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| New Tweedie Hall and Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newmilns Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Paisley Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Renfrew Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Robertson Tryst Library & Learning Resource Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Springside Library and Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Stevenston Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Thornliebank Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Watt Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Westerton Hall and Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Howwood
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kilmarnock Indoor Market |
Hotels in Howwood
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Howwood
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Howwood
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Howwood
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Howwood
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Howwood
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Ski Resorts Near Howwood
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 Howwood
19 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 |
| Cumbernauld Airport | - | Small Airport |
| East Lochlane Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kier Garden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Kilkerran UL | - | Small Airport |
| Mayfield Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mosside Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Nethershields Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| New Grimmet Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| South Barnbeth Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Stonehill Farm Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Strathaven Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Thornhill Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Howwood
2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Howwood Parish Church | |
| The Church Of Christ The King |
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What is the population of Howwood?
Howwood has a population of 1,580 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 12 people per square mile, spread across 133.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Howwood expensive to live in?
The median household income is $50,462, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $199,347 (29% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,262 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
What is the weather like in Howwood?
Howwood 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 Howwood?
Howwood has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $970. There are 144 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Howwood?
The median home value in Howwood is $199,347. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,262. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Howwood?
50.0% of adults in Howwood 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 Howwood?
90% of residents speak only English at home.